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A second flight of Iranian deportees, carrying 55, has left the US, Iran says -- The deportations come as tensions remain high between Iran and the US after America bombed Iranian nuclear sites during Tehran's 12-day war with Israel in June.1 hour ago
Trump says Netflix deal to buy Warner Bros. 'could be a problem' because of size of market share -- The publican president said he will be involved in the decision about whether the federal government should approve the $72 billion deal.1 hour ago
The Supreme Court weighs Trump's bid to fire independent agency board members -- Lawyers for the administration are defending President Trump's decision to fire Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter without cause and calling on the court to jettison the unanimous 1935 decision in Humphrey's Executor.3 hours ago
For the first time, skeptics of mainstream medicine are running the country. What comes next?1 day ago
After everything else this year, why the GOP is drawing the line at a possible war crime2 days ago
'Must be nice': House Speaker Johnson swore in Republican less than 48 hours after victory, in contrast to Arizona Dem3 days ago
Senator Jack Reed had concerns about Venezuelan boat strikes. Now, he's helping lead a Senate investigation.4 days ago
1 in 3 voters say they've considered leaving Massachusetts — even if they want to stay. 'Just outrageously expensive.' One-third of Massachusetts voters said they've considered leaving the state, according to a Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll of 500 voters.2 hours ago
'Badly misinformed' vs. 'fear-mongering': Wu, Collins escalate clash over Boston property taxes -- One day after Boston Mayor Michelle Wu renewed her legislative push to ease the pain of property tax hikes on Boston homeowners, the debate has already gotten heated.3 days ago
In Massachusetts visit, Trump's NIH chief defends move to prioritize funding research in places like Iowa, Nebraska -- Dr. Jay Bhattacharya told the Globe that he wants "scientists at every institution to be able to compete on the same level playing fields with the brilliant scientists here in Massachusetts."12 hours ago
RI POLITICS - City auditor accuses Providence council staffer of using taxpayer funds on politics - Taxpayers will cover the cost for a staffer to attend a Democratic Socialists of America Fund conference in New Orleans this weekend. The city's law office defended the use of the funds.12 hours ago
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Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in an Oval Office ceremony1 hour ago
Judge deals setback to Justice Department effort for new indictment against Comey1 hour ago
Winter is coming. Not all weather offices are ready.3 hours ago
The Supreme Court weighs another step in favor of broad presidential power sought by Trump3 hours ago
Hegseth defends strikes on alleged cartel boats, says Trump can order use of force 'as he sees fit'4 hours ago
Markey, Healey blame Trump's cut of $87M grant for pause at Somerville startup's construction of green cement plant7 hours ago
One step from citizenship, some find it eludes their grasp15 hours ago
Second strike scrutiny obscures larger question about Trump's boat attacks1 day ago