Australia checking 2 objects in search for missing plane

Australia’s prime minister said objects possibly related to the jetliner were seen in satellite imagery and an aircraft was diverted.

Boston should be given approval over casino, Walsh says

Martin Walsh said that Boston is entitled to hold a referendum on the proposals for casinos in Everett and Revere.

Obama stirs speculation about Patrick’s future

“Deval would make a great president or vice president,” President Obama said, in remarks that will spark questions about the governor’s intentions.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2014/03/19/BostonGlobe.com/Foreign/Images/navy150-1870.jpg Ukraine says it will remove troops from Crimea

Russian forces seized military installations across Crimea a day after Russia annexed the peninsula.

Kelly Olynyk drve past Heat forward Michael Beasley en route to a layup in the first half.

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Celtics hold off Heat at TD Garden

The Celtics broke a five-game losing streak with a win against the defending champions, who were playing without LeBron James.

UMass forward Maxie Esho (1) dribbles up the court during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against George Washington in the quarterfinal round of the Atlantic 10 Conference tournament at the Barclays Center in New York, Friday, March 14, 2014. George Washington defeated UMass, 85-77. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

UMass to face Tennessee in NCAA Tournament opener

The UMass men’s basketball team now knows which team it will face on Friday.

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A trip to the theater, and a reason to question stereotypes

As the population becomes more diverse, audiences are becoming aware of a theatrical canon that seems to be dated.

Del Frisco’s Grille owners opened in Chestnut Hill aware they had a customer base there.

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With more restaurants, Newton becomes a culinary hub

Newton is seeing dining options that are increasing in number and range, making the city a haven for both foodies and more casual diners.

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//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2014/03/19/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/stockman-1825.jpg Outrage at DCF misses the point

The Department of Children and Families is easy to demonize, but Mass. won’t supply resources needed to protect kids.