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Scholars said the chief justice’s decision to become the decisive fifth vote in a historic ruling counters the view that the court is sliding toward political activism.
Opinion | Senator Scott Brown
There are a number of reasons why a heavy-handed, one-size-fits-all health care law imposed by Washington is not the right answer, writes Senator Scott Brown in a Globe op-ed.
Ruling frames Obama battle with RomneyWhile President Obama praised the Supreme Court’s decision, Mitt Romney pledged to make repeal his first priority if elected.
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Tierney brother-in-law says he ‘told the truth’Daniel Eremian surrendered to authorities Friday and insisted he “told the truth’’ when he said US Representative John Tierney knew about his illegal business.
The blaze that killed one person and destroyed 346 houses did not grow or destroy any more homes overnight.
Brian McGrory
When a risk-taking entrepreneur tried to open a new burger restaurant in Newburyport, state officials began grabbing his money, botching facts, and butchering dreams.
The increases, retroactive to June 4, could spark outrage at a time when the state is struggling to fund basic services for the elderly and disabled.
Doc Rivers said the Celtics “needed to address height.” They did that in the 6-9 Sullinger and 7-0 Melo.
From the archives | Photos
The Blackfriars MassacreOn June 28, 1978, five bodies were found in the basement of the Blackfriars Pub on Summer Street in Boston. The gangland-style killing would be known as the “Blackfriars Massacre.”
Franklin Morales threw seven shutout innings, but the Red Sox’ bats and bullpen couldn’t support him.
The four-sided, colorful clock — one of the largest in the world — clunked alive Thursday after a rare hibernation.
A team of engineers helped the city build a prototype app that shows a real-time traffic picture.
Senator Edward M. Kennedy frequently alluded to the struggle for health care coverage for all Americans as the fight of his life.
Peter Madoff is poised to plead guilty to criminal charges in connection with the massive Ponzi scheme his brother ran.
You can get a densely congested but unparalleled insight into scrimshaw at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.
This movie is so much better than it needs to be that it’s sick, writes Ty Burr.
