Russia approves use of military in Ukraine

Russia’s parliament also recommended that Moscow’s ambassador be recalled from Washington over comments made by President Obama.

Unidentified armed men described by Ukrainian officials as Russian forces blocked a Ukrainian military base in Balaklava.

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Unidentified armed men described by Ukrainian officials as Russian forces blocked a military base in Balaklava, Crimea.

A man looked out from a military vehicle as troops described as Russian forces  took control the the Coast Guard offices in Balaklava.

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A man looked out from a military vehicle as troops described as Russian forces took control the the Coast Guard offices in Balaklava.

Pro-Russian protesters took part in a rally in Donetsk, Ukraine.

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Pro-Russian protesters took part in a rally in Donetsk, Ukraine.

The Russian flag was raised next to a regional government office in central Donetsk, Ukraine.

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The Russian flag was raised next to a regional government office in central Donetsk, Ukraine.

Unidentified masked individuals held a Russian flag as they blocked the Trade Union building in Semferopol, the administrative center of Crimea.

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Unidentified masked individuals held a Russian flag as they blocked the Trade Union building in Semferopol, the administrative center of Crimea.

Unidentified masked individuals threw a concrete block through a window as they storm the Trade Union building.

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Individuals threw a concrete block through a window as they stormed the Trade Union building.

People walked past anti-Yanukovych protesters guarding a barricade in Kiev's Independence Square.

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People walked past anti-Viktor Yanukovych protesters guarding a barricade in Kiev's Independence Square.

Local Ukrainians seek stronger US response

Many said President Obama’s stern warning to Russia on Friday was inadequate.

Patriots president Jonathan Kraft.

Jonathan Kraft touches on Welker fallout

During the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, the Patriots president remarked on the team’s acrimonious split with Wes Welker.

“You talk about Groundhog Day. This is Groundhog Year. What are we doing here today? Nothing, nothing,” Senate majority leader Harry Reid said.

Congress back to business but it’s still not working

This week solidified the sense that the looming midterm elections make it almost impossible to achieve compromise.

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MassEquality can march in the St. Patrick’s parade, provided it doesn’t have shirts or signs referring to sexual orientation.

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Many retailers say they are having trouble getting resupplied. BJ’s has even had to look for additional suppliers.

Justina Pelletier (left) with her parents, Linda and Lou Pelletier, at Boston Children's Hospital last year.

Mass. agency works to return teen to Conn.

Officials said they are actively working to return Justina Pelletier, who has been embroiled in a medical custody battle, to her home state.

MBTA’s naming rights plan stalls

No company made the minimum bid for renaming one of the subway stops or a subway line, the T said.

Penn CEO Timothy Wilmott (left), Jack Shepardson of Plainville, and Penn’s Eric Schippers spoke about the slots deal.

Penn National vows to fight repeal casino efforts

Penn National, which received the state’s sole slots parlor license, has extensive experience dealing with ballot measures.

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There are now dozens of ways to reach the public — the lack of value in almost direct proportion to how many outlets there are.

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The TAO Dance Theater brought two contrasting, experimental works to the Citi Shubert.

TAO Dance Theater is abstract in motion

TAO Dance brought two experimental works to the Citi Shubert that showcase why audiences have been so intrigued by the troupe.

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Downeast Cider growing in Charlestown

The company now cans two ciders, an original and a cranberry blend, from a 9,000-square-foot Charlestown warehouse.