Today's Headlines
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Monday, June 16, 2025
Today's Headlines

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Red Sox

Red Sox trade Rafael Devers to Giants in stunning blockbuster

The Red Sox are trading their three-time All-Star and face of the franchise for a package of players including righthanded pitcher Jordan Hicks. Continue reading →

Immigration

‘I can’t take being locked up like this anymore.’ Detained immigrants at Burlington ICE facility allege unsafe conditions.

Some of the allegations from detained immigrants include, sleeping on concrete floors without mattresses or sheets, unable to shower, and denial of menstrual products. Continue reading →

Politics

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants health agencies to use a lot more AI. After the MAHA report, experts have some concerns.

Experts say the idea of HHS using the power of the technology is theoretically a good one. But in practice, they warn failing to understand its limitations could lead to potentially dangerous consequences. Continue reading →

Politics

Two former Charlie Baker appointees are vying to be governor. Those from Baker-world are starting to pick sides.

Massachusetts’ fledgling gubernatorial race so far includes two Republicans with government résumés inextricably tied to Charlie Baker. Continue reading →

World

Iran renews missile attacks on Israel, killing 5 and wounding dozens

One missile fell near the American consulate, and its concussion caused minor damage, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said on X. There were no injuries to American personnel. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Like school shootings, political violence is becoming almost routine

The statements of shock and condolences streamed in eerily one after another Saturday after the assassination of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband, and the attempted murder of another lawmaker and his wife. Continue reading →

Nation

Man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers is in custody after surrendering to police

A criminal complaint unsealed Sunday night says Vance Boelter, 57, faces two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of attempted second-degree murder. Continue reading →

Nation

Justice Department’s early moves on voting and elections signal a shift from its traditional role

In North Carolina, it was a lawsuit over the state’s voter registration records. In Arizona and Wisconsin, it was a letter to state election officials warning of potential administrative violations. And in Colorado, it was a demand for election records going back to 2020. Continue reading →

The World

World

Protests in Europe target mass tourism with squirt guns and roller bags

Residents in several European countries held protests, including some with squirt guns, against overtourism over the weekend. Continue reading →

World

At least 8 dead in shooting near Israeli and US-supported aid sites in Gaza

A shooting near Israeli- and US-supported food distribution points in the Gaza Strip left at least eight Palestinians dead Sunday, according to health officials. Continue reading →

World

A Congolese customs official who resisted corruption is beatified by the Vatican

The Vatican on Sunday beatified a Congolese customs worker who was killed for resisting a bribe, giving young people in a place with endemic corruption a new model of holiness: Someone who refused to allow spoiled rice to be distributed to poor people. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OpEds

How is Trump hurting the Massachusetts economy? Let me count the ways.

It doesn’t take a detective to figure out why the Massachusetts economy is fading faster than the rest of the country: Blame the unfriendly regime in Washington, D.C. Continue reading →

Editorials

Firing expert committee on vaccines won’t restore trust in science

Two of RFK’s appointments to ACIP have a history of peddling misinformation. Continue reading →

OpEds

Trump has come after me, and he may come after you

How far will his revenge agenda go? Continue reading →

Metro

Higher Education

Trump vs. Harvard: Key hearing on order barring international students set for Monday

Harvard is seeking an order that would allow student visa holders to enter the country while the university weighs its legal battle against Trump’s directive. Continue reading →