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Linda Spears, the new head of the Department of Children and Families, is discovering how challenging it is to turn her lofty goals into reality.
Scientists in the Boston area say cutbacks in biopharma research could threaten the pipeline of new medical treatments.
Attorney General Maura Healey said her office would work with the Secretary of State to enforce the state?s public records law.
Senator Elizabeth Warren introduced legislation today that allows students to refinance loans at lower rates.
The study seems likely to inform the long-running debate on whether Mass. should allow more charter schools.
The attorneys said the phone calls, including two to NFL player Michael Pouncey, contained ?innocuous remarks.?
Gunmen kill at least 20 at museum in Tunisia?s capitalTwo gunmen were killed, but Prime Minister Habib Essid said a manhunt was on for at two or three others.
Netanyahu says he?ll work quickly to form new governmentThe prospect of a right-wing government prompted a hostile response from the Palestinian leadership.
Hillary Clinton attracted criticism after stepping down as secretary of state for making millions from speeches while mulling a presidential run.
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DAN SHAUGHNESSY
The athletic director is thrilled over the Huskies? first appearance in the NCAA Tournament since 1991.
Jillian Tenen didn?t dig her car out when it snowed on Jan. 28 because she had the flu. Then it snowed, again and again and again.
Some areas could get 4 inches of snow Friday into SaturdayStrong winds are expected into this evening, followed by cold temperatures and up to 4 inches of snow in Southeastern Mass. starting Friday.
Thunder 122, Celtics 118
Marcus Smart had a career-high 25 points, but it wasn?t enough for the Celtics to win.
Here?s everything you need to know about the resurgent ? dare we say playoff-bound? ? Celtics.
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The Necco Street Garage was sold twice in 20 months, its price rising 65 percent as parking takes on a premium in Boston.
Magazine
Planning a trip to Disney? Read this first.A major overhaul of parks technology means preparing for the perfect getaway has never been more exacting. Game on, mouse.
Munch Madness 2015
Who will win The Boston Globe?s annual restaurant tournament? It?s up to you. Cast your votes for round 1.
Gardner Museum commemorates theft onlineIn the run-up to the 25th anniversary of the Gardner Museum theft, the museum did something it couldn?t in 1990: Take to the Internet.
Day 8: Stephen Silva testifies about gunThis interactive timeline highlights trial coverage and a podcast featuring Globe columnist Kevin Cullen and WBUR reporter David Boeri.
NICHOLAS BURNS
Will Congress torpedo Obama?s Iran deal?America?s political paralysis may become our own worst enemy as we seek to maintain the lead global position of power.
The Northern Lights put on a show this week and were visible in locations around the world, including Nantucket.
One rules change proposal is a direct response to the eligible receiver tactic that the Patriots used last season.
The project, which will include 86 cars, could mean roomier rides and more reliability by next winter.
It?s a step the New York businessman has never taken before despite flirting with presidential runs since the 1980s.
The suspect is accused of killing one person and wounding five others across several locations in a Phoenix suburb.
While the Federal Reserve said it would no longer be ??patient?? in raising its benchmark rate, it also pointed out weaknesses in the economy.
Learn more about the heist, view the lost masterpieces, watch how the thieves broke in, and review the investigation.
In South Boston, the restaurant offers an appealing menu that doesn?t always taste as good as it sounds. But the place is still good fun.
the internationalist
ISIS?s destruction of antiquities a ?cultural emergency?The acts have prompted profound grief among people who already are deeply engaged with the loss of human life.
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