In Cambridge, looking for life in deepest space

David Weaver, an electrical engineer,  conducted a thermal test on a prototype at Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.

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A team from Harvard is refining instruments that will power what will be the largest telescope in the world.

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Not every Democrat is impressed with the Massachusetts senator.

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Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch conceded her meeting with Bill Clinton had cast a shadow over a federal investigation.

Manhole explosions cause evacuations in Brockton

An underground electrical fire caused 15 to 20 manhole explosions in downtown Brockton. No injuries were reported.

Tom Tong in Tom?s BaoBao in Harvard Square.

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Tired of burgers? How about a bao.

BaoBao, an offshoot of a popular chain with 200 restaurants in China, is opening its first US outpost in Cambridge.

Bangladeshi police took cover near a restaurant that was attacked by unidentified gunmen in the early hours.

Gunfire heard as Bangladesh forces move to free hostages

Bangladesh security forces backed by armored vehicles moved to end a 10-hour standoff Saturday morning.

Former Lakeville fire lieutenant indicted on rape, attempted rape charges

A grand jury indicted the former fire lieutenant on charges that he allegedly raped a subordinate firefighter and tried to rape another victim.

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The MBTA system has seen reports of major crimes drop by 31 percent during the first half of 2016.

A group of Boston Latin School students.

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System mulls changes to exam school admission rules

Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh says it?s premature to look at making any changes to admissions requirements.

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A dispute over an unpaid loan turned deadly in Tiverton, according to police.

The violations found by MLB occurred during the tenure of former Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington.

Red Sox penalized for international signing violations

Five prospects were declared free agents after the Sox were found to have circumvented the rules last year.

Fourth of July

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Boston?s loudest, most colorful show of the year begins quietly, a few days before the Fourth of July.

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From Cape Ann to Concord to Plymouth, there are parades and fireworks aplenty this holiday weekend.

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It was perfectly timed for the July 4, holiday weekend.

Woodman's in Essex, which claims to have invented the fried clam.

Who can claim the first fried clam?

On July 3, Woodmans of Essex will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the invention of the fried clam by its founder. But is the story true?

Apr 26, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Evan Turner (11) is defended by Atlanta Hawks forward Kent Bazemore (24) in the third quarter in game five of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Celtics 110-83. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Evan Turner gets $70 million deal in Portland

Turner said he relished Boston but there was ?a glass ceiling? here regarding playing time and salary.

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The Supreme Judicial Court unanimously approved the prosecution of a Plainville woman who allegedly convinced a friend to commit suicide in 2014.

Red Sox notebook

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The Red Sox, who were in first place in the AL East as recently as June 15, started the day five games behind the division-leading Orioles

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The battle actually took place on Breed?s Hill and ??it?s kind of annoying that the Bunkers get all the credit,? said Jed Breed.

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EDITORIAL

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The practice of withholding transcripts is bureaucratic passive aggression that only makes the student debt crisis worse.

Globe investigations

Families in fear

The state?s plan to close psychiatric hospitals has had unintended consequences.

The story behind 'Spotlight'

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?Spotlight? is based on the stories and the reporters behind the investigation of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.

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Andris Nelsons conducting the Boston Symphony Orchestra on its European tour in May.

Andris Nelsons withdraws from prestigious German festival

?Owing to a differing approach in various matters, the atmosphere at this year?s Bayreuth Festival did not develop in a mutually comfortable way for all parties,? said a statement.