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Once an industrial center, China's Northeast region is cultural hub

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This rust belt area is the source of music, literature, comedy and culture that have gained wide popularity.

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Sen. Sanders calls for Platner to drop out of U.S. Senate race in Maine after sexual assault allegation

U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders on Tuesday became the latest and most notable lawmaker to pull support for Maine Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner following an allegation of sexual assault, adding to a chorus of calls for him to step aside as party leaders scramble to determine the next steps.

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Venezuela's frayed health care system further strained by earthquake

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The health care system in Venezuela was already under strain before the earthquake. Now, medications and doctors are scarce, but the need for all kinds of medical care is increasing.

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Prom in Kyiv goes on without the teenager who planned it

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The New York Times tells the story of a prom in Kyiv where a boy danced alone after his date was killed in a Russian attack.

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Left to self-police, AI companies weaken safety commitments, study finds

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The leading artificial intelligence companies have quietly backed away from some safety protocols, according to a new third-party review.

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The red planes are coming! Royal Air Force to perform State House flyover Thursday

The United Kingdom's Royal Air Force aerobatic team, nicknamed the Red Arrows, is scheduled to perform a special flyover of the State House on Thursday afternoon. The aerial show is "in honour of the 250th anniversary of US independence" from Great Britain.

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U.S. men's national team loses to Belgium

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Did the controversy surrounding star striker Folarin Balogun’s red card reversal affect how the team played?

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NATO summit set to begin in Turkey

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Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, the illusion of appeasing President Trump has vanished, and Europe is being forced to take primary responsibility for its own defense.

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As Graham Platner 'takes time to reflect,' Maine Dems weigh their options in key Senate race

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Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate running against Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, has been accused of rape.

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How heat worsens air quality

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More than 150 million people in the United States live in areas affected by harmful levels of air pollution.

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Boston Fleet will call Agganis Arena their home next season

The Boston Fleet announced Tuesday that they would make Boston University's Agganis Arena their home venue for the 2026-2027 season. The PWHL team called the Tsongas Center in Lowell their home barn for their first three seasons.

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The behind-the-scenes scramble begins to replace Graham Platner as he weighs his future

Nearly all of the leaders of the Maine Democratic Party — including the party chairman, legislative leaders and other Democratic nominees for Congress and governor — have called on Platner to withdraw from the race. Meanwhile, the list of potential nominees to replace Platner is growing.

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Maine Democrats weigh alternatives to Graham Platner after sexual assault allegation

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Boston Globe political reporter James Pindell joins WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss who the party could tap to replace Graham Platner at the top of the ticket, were he to withdraw.

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Tips for cooking with a busy brain

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Catherine Smart's weekly podcast, "Not From Concentrate," helps people with busy brains lock in and have fun in the kitchen. Though her podcast, newsletter and upcoming cookbook are geared toward people with ADHD, her advice is universal.

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These unusual Connecticut River fish are 'ecosystem engineers.' How to stop worrying and love the lamprey

They’re long. They’re ancient. Their hideous whorl of a mouth looks like a “vortex of pain.” But sea lamprey are native to the the Connecticut River watershed and a vital part of the ecosystem.

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The best spots to see the tall ships in Boston — and how to get there

The MBTA plans to run special bus service to several Parade of Sail viewpoints on Saturday, from Castle Island to the Charlestown Navy Yard.

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Speed cameras in Connecticut are now ticketing in several highway work zones

Drivers who speed through certain work zones in Connecticut will be ticketed or issued official warnings via speed cameras. Going more than 10 miles per hour over the speed limit will result in a warning or a $75 ticket.

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Beacon Hill eyes eminent domain to revive Norwood Hospital

Should the bill reach Gov. Maura Healey's desk, the maneuver would resolve a remnant of the Steward Health Care bankruptcy saga that two years ago led to two hospital closures and prompted the state to seize St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton by eminent domain.

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Brad Stevens says Jaylen Brown trade was about Celtics' salary cap and future flexibility

Celtics president Brad Stevens says trading Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia was necessary for financial flexibility in the changing NBA landscape. Stevens acknowledged the emotional impact and said he understands fans' reactions.

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Celebrating a century of actor Harry Dean Stanton at the Brattle

"With his concave, craggly cheeks and haunted eyes, Harry Dean Stanton was nobody’s idea of a movie star," writes critic Sean Burns. Running July 12 through July 20, the series screens 13 of the most iconic titles from a filmography that spanned seven decades.

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Q & A with Jason Prokowiew, author of "War Boys: A Father and Son Memoir"

Jason Prokowiew’s "War Boys" braids the story of his father, Walter, who survived as a young boy taken in by a Nazi soldier in 1940s Belarus, and young Jason, who must navigate a childhood of fear and abuse in 1970s Massachusetts. In conversation with Alysia Abbott, Prokowiew reflects on how his father’s history intersects with his own ongoing story.

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Boston-area soccer bars are winning this World Cup — and hope to keep the streak going

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While the World Cup matches have provided lots of highs and lows for fans, it's been nothing but up for businesses in Greater Boston. Fans have come out in droves and local businesses are trying to make the most of the tournament.

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The science behind GLP-1s

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Roughly one in eight Americans say they are taking a GLP-1 drug -- and not just for weight loss. Studies show it can help heart disease, sleep apnea, addiction and even brain health. We speak with one of the lead scientists who discovered this gut hormone on how these drugs actually work in our bodies.

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SNAP error rate in Mass. highlights risk for nutrition program

Largely due to overpayments, Massachusetts registered a 12.5% error rate for SNAP benefits in fiscal year 2025, which could put the state on the hook to cover more of the cost of the federal food and nutrition assistance program.

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Conservationists are working hard to save the endangered frosted flatwoods salamander

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When a species is facing extinction, it takes an enormous human effort to stave it off.

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Tree laws raise legal, philosophical questions for homeowners

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Many towns have regulations about when a homeowner can cut down their own trees.

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Historian reflects on 250 years of American democracy, political crisis and reinvention

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Historian Heather Cox Richardson sees a current, unparalleled "attempt to dismantle our democracy."

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He's trained in spotting deepfakes. Now, he says he doesn't trust his own eyes

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Professor Hany Farid said deepfakes have become so good that they're evading tools he created to spot them.

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What to know about new changes to student loans

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These changes could impact repayment plans.

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Miracle fields strike out barriers for players with disabilities

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So-called miracle fields are constructed with rubberized turf that accommodates wheelchairs and assistive devices.