Experts say new Trump tariffs will hit Massachusetts businesses, consumers
While industries in the state wait to see how much their costs will go up, many will pause any growth or hiring. Some say they will even consider layoffs.
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Frederick Wiseman, who captured the weirdness and wonder of everyday life, dies at 96
The prolific, pioneering filmmaker made dozens of documentaries and chronicled the inner workings of institutions. His 1967 film, Titicut Follies, revealed appalling conditions at a prison facility. -
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84
Jackson was a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King and became a leader of the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King was assassinated in 1968. -
Minnesota shooting of Venezuelan man is the latest where video evidence contradicts ICE accounts
Federal authorities have announced an investigation into two immigration officers who appeared to have made untruthful statements under oath about a shooting in Minneapolis last month. -
TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown
A shutdown of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has gone into effect. -
Federal authorities announce end to Minnesota immigration crackdown
Border czar Tom Homan said Thursday that "the surge is leaving Minnesota safer.” -
American Ben Ogden wins silver, breaking 50 year medal drought for U.S. men's cross-country skiing
Ben Ogden of Vermont skied powerfully, finishing just behind Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo of Norway. It was the first Olympic medal for a U.S. men's cross-country skier since 1976. -
The quest to warn everyone on Earth about deadly weather
People in poor countries often get little or no warning about floods, storms and other deadly weather. Local efforts are changing that, and saving lives. -
Pentagon says it’s cutting ties with ‘woke’ Harvard, discontinuing military training, fellowships
The move is the latest in a series of actions made by the Trump administration against Harvard.
