John Boehner struggled to knit together Republican factions and had become deeply unpopular with the conservative base.
Massachusetts will examine 21,000 nursing licenses after two more fraudulent credentials were discovered.
Analysis
Politics has been a subtext of the pope?s trip to the United States, and that includes debates over religious freedom.
20 years after his murder, prosecutor is rememberedPaul McLaughlin was assassinated on Sept. 25, 1995, the only Mass. prosecutor killed because of the job he did.
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Biotech exec Martin Shkreli has history of tough tacticsFour years ago, Shkreli asked the Food and Drug Administration to reject a new type of cancer diagnostic.
Cautious optimism at former air station in WeymouthA new owner of SouthField at the South Weymouth Naval Air Station has ambitious plans for development.
State poised to take over Weston Ski TrackThe same company has offered cross-country skiing at the state-owned Leo J. Martin Golf Course for 40 years. But that is about to change.
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It?s almost October, but a warmer than usual September means the Green Mountains are still living up to their name.
In the midst of a backlog, the retailer is urging customers who may want the boots before Christmas to order now.
How do you say thanks for 12 years of Spaghetti Nights? After long enjoying the Fitzsimmons? hospitality, Maynard residents showed their gratitude by secretly renovating the family?s home.
Dr. Jacob Jolij, polling respondents in the UK and Ireland, calculated the top 10 pop songs most likely to improve a listener?s mood.
A to-do list to get your home in order before the impending cold and snow.
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Alex Speier
It?s been a mostly forgettable season, but three events Friday night had the Red Sox and their fans buzzing.
With the Avett Brothers headlining Friday, the festival figured out that its mission is not about programming a specific genre of music.
JOAN VENNOCHI
The homeless crisis is intensifying in Massachusetts. Denying families access to shelter won?t change it.
At two Kennebunkport resorts, the trick is to make each guest feel appreciated and special through great effort that only appears to be absence of effort.
Editorial
Boehner?s departure a test for the GOPFor the Republicans, John Boehner?s resignation could not have come at a worse time.
Next challenge for Sanders is building on his supportBernie Sanders draws large crowds in New Hampshire. Now he needs to turn that enthusiasm into a developed political operation.
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The world leader of the Roman Catholic Church has already visited the White House and addressed a joint session of Congress.
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First impressions of the iPhone 6sThe new iPhone is here, and so were the crowds lined up outside the smartphone stores on Boylston Street.
The pope?s in the US. How well do you know him?With Pope Francis visiting the United States, we challenge you to show us how well you know him.
Check the latest scores from around Eastern Mass.
Campaigning in New Hampshire, US Senator Rand Paul said he would reject a continuing resolution on the federal budget.
According to The Sentencing Project, there are 2.2 million incarcerated Americans nationally and more than 22,000 in Massachusetts.
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A survey shows people don?t trust their self-parking systems to take the wheel.
Iran?s president on Friday urged ??quicker?? efforts to free citizens held in both Iran and the United States.
Marklin Candle Design created 50 commemorative candles given out to dignitaries at the Mass of Canonization of Junipero Serra.
The music festival has returned, with Of Monsters and Men, the Avett Brothers, Alabama Shakes, and more.
Healing circles are the newest concept to counter the damage done to survivors of the priest sex abuse scandal. Boston?s Voice of the Faithful invites the pope to a circle when he is in New York.
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Built to LastAdvances in concrete technology make the restoration of the Crane Estate Casino a permanent improvement.
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For one night, a bit of baseball bliss at Fenway Park
Neuroscientist calculates feel-good Top 10 playlist
Boehner sets off shock waves in House
Red Sox? Rich Hill tosses two-hit shutout
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