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Mass. judge allows a Republican accused of signature fraud to return to the ballot, blocks another

Judge Jeffrey Karp ruled that Republican attorney general hopeful Michael Walsh can return to the ballot for September's primary, despite accusations of fraudulent nomination signatures. In a separate case, Karp ruled that Anne Manning Martin, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor who was also accused of signature fraud, cannot appear on the primary ballot.

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Gov. Healey sends $300,000 in relief to shellfish harvesters disrupted by sewage overflow

The economic relief program will be administered by the Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries, who will distribute the $300,000 among shellfish harvesters who lost out during 12-day closure of shellfish beds along the North Shore.

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One year later, Fall River commemorates deadly Gabriel House fire

Ten residents were killed in the fire and more than 30 people were injured, including at least six firefighters. Mayor Paul Coogan will join a special ceremony in front of the Gabriel House building at 6:30 p.m. Monday.

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Proposed federal grant changes are alarming, illegal and 'bad for Boston,' say Mass. researchers and lawmakers

The Trump administration wants to make sweeping changes to the way federal grants are awarded and managed. Massachusetts researchers, public officials and scientific societies are pushing back, saying the proposal will harm science, people and the economy.

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Jackpod on hiatus

The Jackpod is taking a short break but we will be back with new episodes as soon as possible. Join the On Point Club for access to other exclusive content.

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Quiz: How will climate change affect Boston 100 years from now?

Boston will be a very different place in 100 years — likely even a different shape. The city is already feeling the effects of climate change, from more high tide flooding to hotter summers and more extreme storms.

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Was the World Cup worth it? Early numbers are encouraging for key Mass. industries

Massachusetts has wrapped up its hosting duties for the 2026 men's World Cup. And it remains to be seen what the full economic impact will be on the state. But so far, short-term rentals and bars have seen a boost.

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Photos: The Tall Ships are back in Boston

The Tall Ships have taken anchor in Boston. The globe-trotting convoy is back for the first time in nine years as part of Sail250, a months-long celebration of the nation's 250th birthday.

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Q&A with Heather Hach: 'We all need to tap into our inner Elle Woods'

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the movie "Legally Blonde," Cog editor Kate Neale Cooper spoke with Heather Hach, the Broadway librettist who helped take the film from screen to stage. "We’re all capable of becoming better versions of ourselves," said Hach. "We need Elle Woods to remind us of that."

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An 1877 tall ship from Galveston, Texas is celebrating Sail Boston

An 1877 tall ship from Galveston, Texas is one of only three ships of her kind in the world to still actively sail.

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Repost: Haunted By Ghosting

This episode was originally published on March 16th, 2017.

The term "ghosting" isn't a new concept anymore—the idea that someone suddenly and inexplicably disappears from your life. In the past, a total halt to communication with a friend might leave you feeling concerned that something bad happened to him/her. But at a time when our devices have made us more accessible than ever, this can leave the person who's been ghosted feeling rejected or unworthy.

The Sugars discuss ghosting with the essayist and cartoonist Tim Kreider. He's the author of We Learn Nothing, a collection of essays that includes a story about being ghosted by a childhood friend.

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Merrimack Valley Transit strike ends, with a one-year deal that doesn't solve the Saturday issue

A point of contention during negotiations has been the transit authority's desire to schedule bus drivers on Saturdays instead of allowing them to sign up for open shifts, as has been the practice for several decades.

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How AI is helping fight wildfires

Wildfires have burned hundreds of thousands of acres across the U.S. this summer. Now, firefighters are turning to new technology to help battle blazes, from AI cameras to vegetation-munching robots.

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Trump’s Justice Department to send election monitors to Mass., New Hampshire

Election monitors — who are usually Department of Justice attorneys — will be sent to Boston and New Bedford, according to federal and state officials. Manchester and Nashua are the two New Hampshire cities.

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Insider tips for navigating the Brimfield Antique Flea Market

The upcoming July 14-19 run marks the second of the Brimfield Antique Flea Market's three yearly runs. The event boasts “thousands” of vendors and attracts more shoppers than organizers can even count, according to Lori Faxon, owner of the Brimfield Antiques Center. Faxon shared tips on how to make the most of your time there.

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What are the political lessons from the Graham Platner debacle?

Democrats are now scrambling to find a replacement candidate.

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'Wildfire Days': Author Kelly Ramsey recounts her days as a hotshot firefighter

Kelly Ramsey worked as a hotshot firefighter in California for two seasons.

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Trump fires remaining members of Election Assistance Commission

The Election Assistance Commission is an independent, bipartisan commission that supports states in administering elections.

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World Cup music: From the stadiums to the stage

Shakira is just one of the pop superstars uniting for the first halftime show for a World Cup final.

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Battle over county elections in Arizona echoes 2020 showdown

Early voting is underway in Arizona for the July 21 primary election.

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What to expect from the Wimbledon finals

The women's final will be an all-Czech affair, while the men's finals will see two titans of the sport go to battle.

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The Dull Women's Club celebrates ordinary moments

Most of social media is like a highlight reel. People put pictures from their amazing vacations or celebrate major accomplishments. The Endless Thread team talks with a woman who created a space online to share ordinary, and yes, even dull moments with others.

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DOJ charges three major egg suppliers with price fixing

The price of eggs is almost 65% cheaper than it was in March of last year when it hit an all-time high of $6.23 a dozen. But behind the scenes, executives at America’s three largest egg producers were secretly colluding to hike the market price for eggs, according to the Justice Department.

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How much water do AI data centers use?

Most Americans oppose the construction of artificial intelligence data centers, in part because they require a lot of water to cool down servers that generate heat. But how much water do they really use, especially when compared to agriculture?

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World Cup quarterfinals continue

On Friday, Spain and Belgium will face off in Los Angeles. The winner will face France on Tuesday in Dallas in a semi-final match.    

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Invasive clams confirmed along northeastern coastline

Though invasive, the researchers said the presence of the Manila clam in New England waters is not all bad news.

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Former Olympian pleads not guilty in reflecting pool vandalism charge

Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty on Thursday to vandalizing a portion of the newly renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.

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Immigrants arrested in Houston tell different story about fatal shooting by ICE agents

Three immigrants say Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was not trying to ram Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents when the agents shot and killed him in Houston on Tuesday. 

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Amid blistering drought, feds tap New Mexico aquifers to build border wall without permits

Ranchers are concerned their already-fragile aquifers will be pumped dry.

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What's next for the Senate race in Maine

Pollster Andy Smith, director of the University of New Hampshire Survey Center, and Maine state Rep. Sean Faircloth join WBUR's Morning Edition to assess the Senate race in Maine after Democrat Graham Platner's said he would withdraw.