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Hernandez focus of grand jury probe into 2012 killings

Prosecutors say that Aaron Hernandez should be charged in the shooting death of two men on a South End street last July, according to law enforcement officials.

18-story apartment building proposed for Fenway area

The building on Boylston Street would be another element in an ongoing revitalization in the neighborhood.

Tense exchanges on Flemmi cross examination

Stephen “The Rifleman” Flemmi accused James “Whitey” Bulger of being a pedophile as Bulger’s lawyers questioned him sharply.

Menthol cigarettes likely pose health risk, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration said menthol is associated with younger people taking up smoking and that menthol smokers have a harder time quitting.

Red Sox starter Jon Lester got a hand from David Ortiz, as well as the fans, as he left the game in the top of the seventh inning.

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Lester is strong as Red Sox defeat Rays

Jon Lester pitched into the seventh inning, giving up two runs, as the Red Sox won the second game of a pivotal series between the AL East’s top two teams.

Clay Buchholz last pitched for the Red Sox on June 8.

Clay Buchholz cautious about return to Red Sox

Buchholz said he will be patient in his recovery and might not be ready to pitch until late August or early September.

Pork dumplings at Szechuan’s Dumpling.

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Good service, superb dumplings at Sichuan

An accessible, suburban spot like Szechuan’s Dumpling in Arlington is a welcome addition to any neighborhood.

A sticky question for MIT researchers: How do mussels stay put?

Scientists have gained an insight into how mussels adhere to objects, even in heavy waves, leading to possible human uses.

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Farah Stockman

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2013/07/23/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/stockman_90-1560.jpg The real marriage revolution

Marriage is not just some timeless institution that needs to be preserved. It has evolved over time, differing radically across cultures.

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Steve Addazio and his staff use Twitter, Instagram, and Vine to market BC.

BC recruiting modernized by Steve Addazio

The new coach, a latecomer to social media, has used his “#BeADude’’ campaign on Twitter, Instagram and Vine to build buzz about the school.

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