1. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech on immigration in Arizona last night, shortly after his meeting with Mexico’s President Enrique Peña Nieto. Trump stated, “We will build a great wall along the southern border. And Mexico will pay for the wall.” Interestingly, Peña Nieto claims he never said such a thing. “At the beginning of the conversation with Donald Trump I made it clear that Mexico will not pay for the wall,” he tweeted following Trump’s speech. (HP)
2. Gov. Paul LePage personally apologized to Democratic Rep. Drew Gattine on Wednesday for leaving a threatening and obscene voice mail on the lawmaker’s phone last week, but the governor said he will not resign and is ready to move on from the controversy. (PH)
3. Students in Portland and Westbrook went back to the classroom on Wednesday as the new school year kicked off. Around the state students in Bangor and Brewer will start on Thursday, September 1. Other districts like South Portland, Falmouth, Cape Elizabeth and Houlton will start after Labor Day. (WCSH)
4. As of yesterday on Instagram, you can pinch to zoom on photos and videos in your feed, on profiles and on Explore. (IG)
5. Starbucks Secret Menu update! You can hack an oatmeal bowl and make it into a delicious all-in-one breakfast treat. Perfect for breakfast on to go, the oatmeal latte combines nutritious grains with your favorite toppings and espresso to start your day with a kick. How to order the Oatmeal Latte: 1) Order an oatmeal bowl Made with steamed milk instead of water (we recommend soy or almond for an extra tasty treat) 2) Add 1 or 2 shots of espresso 3) Let cook for a few minutes 4) Top with toppings of choice
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