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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - Military plane that crashed in Iraq reportedly had a crew of at least 5, US official says. Follow live updates. The plane is part of the operation against Iran, but it was not immediately clear if there were any casualties.
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News Analysis - How Hegseth came to see moral purpose in war as weakness - In his view, the US military's strength is not rooted in its high ideals, humanity, or moral purpose, but rather its ability to punish adversaries.5 hours ago
Venezuela's Machado calls Trump a 'fundamental ally' despite US support for Delcy Rodríguez -- Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado acknowledged the "complex processes" ahead but maintained that the US government remains a vital partner for Venezuela.6 hours ago
R.I. Senate debates tax exemptions for data centers - Critics of the bills argued that the tech companies would likely build data centers even without tax incentives.6 hours ago
Iran's supreme leader resolves to keep fighting in his first public remarks -- The war continued to escalate on its 13th day as oil prices spiraled up again to $100 per barrel, and stocks sank worldwide over fears the conflict could drag on longer than hoped.1 hour ago
In a rare bipartisan win, Warren-backed housing bill passes the Senate, but faces a murky future11 hours ago
'The US initiated this.' Amid airstrikes, these Mass. natives had to find a way out5 hours ago
Late-night hosts roast Hegseth's $93 billion spending spree on fruit basket stands, rib-eye steaks, and ice cream machines1 day ago
Trump may have entered his most dangerous phase yet1 day ago
Mass. Senate asks SJC to weigh whether public records, stipends ballot questions are unconstitutional -- Massachusetts lawmakers are asking the state's highest court to weigh in on a pair of proposed ballot questions that would open their offices up to the state's public records law and reshape the stipends they earn.11 hours ago
Holocaust reference made by N.H. lawmaker condemned as 'unacceptable' -- The Republican state representative has been criticized in the past for social media posts that include racist, Islamophobic, and anti-immigrant messages.11 hours ago
YVONNE ABRAHAM - Just six days of war in Iran cost us $11.3 billion. 'What the [expletive] is wrong with us?' For perspective, the city of Boston's entire operating budget was $4.6 billion for 2025. A few days' worth of Iran spending could cover it.12 hours ago
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At 13, he was selling sneakers. At 18, he's facing terror charges.5 hours ago
The Trump administration goes to war, by any memes necessary6 hours ago
Trump endorses Jake Paul (who isn't running for office)8 hours ago
Long-serving Democrat Jim Clyburn of South Carolina will run for an 18th term in Congress9 hours ago
Boston firefighter, National Guard member reportedly injured in strike that killed 6 US soldiers11 hours ago
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