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Live updates - Trump orders the US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking the Strait of Hormuz. Follow live updates. The order comes after the US military seized another tanker Thursday associated with smuggling Iranian oil.
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Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son -- Prediction markets love the president's unpredictability because it leads to more wagers in these betting venues and more fees for them.33 minutes ago
Governor Tim Walz to release 'Good Neighbors,' inspired by ICE surge in Minnesota and the pushback -- Walz was a prominent critic of ICE's actions, including the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in January.1 hour ago
US reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift -- The move largely legitimizes medical marijuana programs in the 40 states that have adopted them.3 hours ago
An 'iconic image' or 'white supremacist propaganda'? It's not clear why the DHS posted a photo of Fenway Park.18 hours ago
RFK Jr. faces scrutiny from Hassan over HHS videos, clashes with Warren on drug pricing in tense Senate hearing21 hours ago
John Kerry tells Colbert that US would be better off 'if neither Iran nor Kash Patel are getting bombed'1 day ago
Janet Mills was Democrats' safe bet to face Susan Collins. Now she's falling behind.22 hours ago
N.H. lawmakers to vote on increasing tolls, civil rights, and k-12 education - The New Hampshire House and Senate are both back in session Thursday, with agendas that cover several topics of interest. Here are a few of the noteworthy items coming up for a vote.49 minutes ago
Mass. sheriffs know their budget process is 'deeply flawed.' They have ideas for how to fix it. -- In a letter sent last week to top budget writers, state's 14 county sheriffs outlined a series of reforms they say would begin to address the "real problems" Inspector General Jeffrey Shapiro found in their budget process.4 hours ago
'What message does this send?' Boston residents, advocates slam city officials for stalled safety upgrades to busy roads. -- About 50 people who testified during a lengthy City Council hearing said Mayor Wu's administration has delayed badly needed safety upgrades.1 hour ago
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Iran attacks 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends cease-fire. See how the day unfolded.33 minutes ago
Vaccines, budget cuts, and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.'s gauntlet of congressional hearings17 hours ago
Republicans had an Earth Day plan to limit species protections. It flopped.4 hours ago
Kalshi fines and suspends three political candidates for betting on their races10 hours ago
Immigration officer is charged with assault after protest outside Colorado ICE facility, DA says13 hours ago
In Virginia redistricting win, Democrats play hardball to thwart Trump13 hours ago
RFK Jr. faced the Senate. One lawmaker's competing loyalties were on display.15 hours ago
FBI said to have investigated Times reporter after article on Kash Patel's girlfriend16 hours ago