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Boston Globe - Politics
Pakistan and Iran aren't confirming Round 2 of US-Iran talks. See how the day unfolded. -- Vice President JD Vance and envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan for a second round of talks with Iran.
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US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in Caribbean Sea -- The Trump administration's campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 181 people in total.2 hours ago
Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild. -- The FBI has turned to social media campaigns to attract applicants.1 hour ago
Live updates - Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again. Here's what happened. Iran warned that it would continue to block transit as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports remained in effect.1 day ago
Warren rallies for Graham Platner in Maine, calling him 'real fighter' for sweeping change1 day ago
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration's 'fishing expedition' for R.I. voter records2 days ago
Todd Lyons, ICE head and South Boston native, on why he's leaving the Trump administration2 days ago
To remake higher ed, Trump is about to unleash his strongest tool yet2 days ago
Massachusetts has spent $4.8 million on eminent domain for Sagamore Bridge. That number will grow. -- The state plans to use the eminent domain law to take 13 homes, seven vacant properties, and some land at Market Basket in Bourne.2 hours ago
Beacon Hill's effort to restrict social media use by teens is clumsy and invasive, critics say - Proposals from on Beacon Hill aimed at curbing social media use among teens have run into a range of practical, constitutional, and security challenges.11 hours ago
YVONNE ABRAHAM -- Trump and Vance say God is on their side. Pope Leo would like a word. -- President Trump and Vice President Vance have been in a back-and-forth with the pope in recent days over the Iran war.16 hours ago
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Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including the controversial drug ibogaine2 hours ago
Kennedy changes his tone on vaccines, but maybe not his plans16 hours ago
Trump's dyslexia barbs stir anguish and anger, perpetuating a myth about the learning disability23 hours ago
Indiana primary will test Trump's control over Republican Party after redistricting defiance1 day ago
Oil prices fall sharply and Wall Street rallies to a record as Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what happened.1 day ago
US extends waiver on Russian oil sanctions to ease Iran war shortages despite Bessent denial1 day ago
Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as the US maintains its blockade1 day ago
Defense team in Charlie Kirk murder case says courtroom cameras are unfairly tilting case1 day ago