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Snowden is said to plan to seek asylum in Ecuador

Edward Snowden is wanted by the US for revealing classified surveillance programs and was reported to be in Moscow.

Celtics head coach Doc Rivers.

Celtics, Clippers near deal on Rivers, source says

The Clippers offered a 2014 first-round draft pick as compensation for letting Doc Rivers out of his contract, a league source said today.

Cameras, lights, satellite trucks, and reporters were across the street from Aaron Hernandez’s home in North Attleborough.

Media presence at Hernandez’s home continues

Journalists remained at the home of Patriot’s player Aaron Hernandez, but law enforcement officials did not comment and no arrests or other developments were announced.

With election approaching, Gomez, Markey woo voters

Two days before voters choose a new US Senator, the candidates crisscrossed Massachusetts today, making a final effort to rally the electorate.

Marathon winner gives medal to Boston at 10k race

The champion of the men’s 2013 Boston Marathon presented his medal to Mayor Thomas Menino as thousands gathered for the city’s first major race since the bombings.

Domenico Petrino, who witnessed the Marathon bombing, celebrated finishing the BAA 10K.

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Domenico Petrino, who witnessed the Marathon bombing, celebrated finishing the BAA 10K.

The champion of the men's Marathon, Lelisa Desisa (center), was introduced at the start of the race.

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The champion of the men's Marathon, Lelisa Desisa (center), was introduced at the start of the race.

More than 6,400 athletes gathered on Boston Common for the event.

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More than 6,400 athletes gathered on Boston Common for the event.

Elaine Vetter of Holden cheered for her daughter and husband.

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Elaine Vetter of Holden cheered for her daughter and husband.

Desisa (left) greeted bombing victims Adam Davis and his wife, Adrianne Haslet-Davis.

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Desisa (left) greeted bombing victims Adam Davis and his wife, Adrianne Haslet-Davis.

The 2013 winner also presented his medal to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino.

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The 2013 winner also presented his medal to Boston Mayor Thomas Menino.

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From Churchill to Oprah: The evolution of college commencement speakers

A review of Boston-area commencement speakers over the past century shows that leaders in politics, the arts, and education have given way to celebrities, media stars, and technology innovators.

Felix Doubront pitched five innings, allowing three runs on four hits and four walks.

tigers 7, red sox 5

Red Sox falter late in loss to Tigers

Two errors by the Red Sox helped load the bases for Torii Hunter, who hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the eighth inning.

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JOAN VENNOCHI

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2013/06/23/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/Joan_Vennochi_150px-1093.jpg Not talking of Newtown is cowardice

Gabriel Gomez has it backwards if he thinks the national debate about gun control should ignore the event that sparked it.

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Will Middlebrooks argued after being called out on strikes in a game last month.

For Will Middlebrooks, sophomore jinx continues

Except for a three-homer day in April, Middlebrooks has struggled mightily, and you wonder if the Red Sox will send him to the minors.

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A Boston Police officer exited the building at 153 Intervale St., where two men and one woman were killed early Saturday.

3 killed at Dorchester party

Police are searching for a suspect after two men and a woman, all in their early 20s, were fatally shot early Saturday.