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The White House budget proposal calls for a roughly 30% increase in military spending while cutting domestic discretionary spending by about 10%, with major reductions to agencies like the EPA and State Department.
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Massachusetts House Democrats halted a bill that would have allowed legislative staff to unionize, leaving aides without collective bargaining rights as Senate leaders remain skeptical.
Petty Officer 1st Class Michael Papalegis, a native of Wilmington, Massachusetts, serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) in Gulfport, Mississippi, home to the Atlantic Fleet Seabees.
Boston Red Sox reliever Zack Kelly discusses facing Aaron Judge, a key postseason strikeout, and his son’s growing baseball card collection in a Five Questions interview.
Noah Song is competing for a Red Sox bullpen spot while staying off social media and avoiding attention, relying instead on routine and guitar to stay focused.
Massachusetts housing leaders warn a 2026 ballot proposal to cap rent increases could reduce housing supply, discourage development, and worsen affordability across the state.
A New Bedford Republican city councilor has entered the lieutenant governor race as Brian Shortsleeve’s preferred running mate, citing frustration with local government and a focus on schools, infrastructure, and taxpayer spending.
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Massachusetts housing leaders warn a 2026 ballot proposal to cap rent increases could reduce housing supply, discourage development, and worsen affordability across the state.
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A new book details how Joseph Stalin hunted down and killed Leon Trotsky in Mexico, exposing the brutality and global reach of Soviet Communism.
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) has a new proposal to tax wealth, not just income. Strip away the branding, and it comes down to something simple: envy.
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Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
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Massachusetts congressional candidate Gary Grossi criticizes Rep. Lori Trahan’s votes on women’s sports, arguing they undermine fairness, safety, and Title IX protections for girls.
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U.S. Senate candidate John Deaton contrasts his personal use of solar and EVs with Sen. Ed Markey’s climate policies, arguing Massachusetts “Net Zero” mandates are driving up costs and hurting working families.
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A Massachusetts ballot question led by Auditor Diana DiZoglio would expand public records laws to the legislature and governor’s office, aiming to increase transparency and accountability.
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An architect argues Massachusetts’ building code is driving up housing costs and limiting supply, making the case for allowing single-stair apartment buildings.
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Boston Mayor Michelle Wu publicly praised Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden after he charged a Boston police officer with manslaughter in a fatal shooting. That decision deserves scrutiny.
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John Deaton urges the Massachusetts congressional delegation to fund DHS, warning that delays could threaten national security and TSA operations.
The White House budget proposal calls for a roughly 30% increase in military spending while cutting domestic discretionary spending by about 10%, with major reductions to agencies like the EPA and State Department.
Massachusetts House Democrats halted a bill that would have allowed legislative staff to unionize, leaving aides without collective bargaining rights as Senate leaders remain skeptical.
Petty Officer 1st Class Michael Papalegis, a native of Wilmington, Massachusetts, serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) in Gulfport, Mississippi, home to the Atlantic Fleet Seabees.
Boston Red Sox reliever Zack Kelly discusses facing Aaron Judge, a key postseason strikeout, and his son’s growing baseball card collection in a Five Questions interview.
Noah Song is competing for a Red Sox bullpen spot while staying off social media and avoiding attention, relying instead on routine and guitar to stay focused.
A New Bedford Republican city councilor has entered the lieutenant governor race as Brian Shortsleeve’s preferred running mate, citing frustration with local government and a focus on schools, infrastructure, and taxpayer spending.
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Explore popular local craft breweries in Massachusetts, from Boston to Cape Cod. Discover New England IPA leaders, community taprooms, and why Bay State breweries continue to grow.
Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
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Best bars near Fenway Park: Five top places to drink before or after a Boston Red Sox game, including Bleacher Bar and Cask 'n Flagon.
Learn how to get a Massachusetts fishing license, including costs, age requirements, saltwater vs freshwater rules, and where to apply online or in person.
A Massachusetts bill would allow women to go topless in public by changing the state’s indecent exposure law. Here’s what the proposal does and what comes next.
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Boston Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle was baptized this offseason and tells NewBostonPost his faith is now central to his life and baseball career.
Gordon College President Michael Hammond shares how faith, family, and a career in Christian higher education shaped his leadership philosophy.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue outlines his faith-driven approach to education, economic growth, energy policy, and government accountability in the 2026 Massachusetts race.
Vermont officials reversed a policy requiring foster parents to affirm gender identity ideology after two Christian families sued, arguing the rule violated their First Amendment rights.
House Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka refused to comply with a 2024 voter-approved audit, turning personal against Auditor Diana DiZoglio as the legal battle intensifies.
The Board of Higher Education is on track to vote in early 2026 on whether to allow public and private colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement.
Voters in Lowell and a few surrounding towns will head to the polls in the winter of 2026 to elect a new senator.
The U.S. House voted 310-58 to honor the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a National Day of Remembrance, but Massachusetts Democrats Seth Moulton and Ayanna Pressley opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its portrayal of Kirk.
The Massachusetts Teachers Association hosted an LGBTQ+ summit featuring workshops on intersectionality, supporting LGBTQ students in schools, and a drag performance during the event.
Massachusetts education officials say the state still lacks a comprehensive plan to address teacher shortages, as regulators delay licensure changes and acknowledge efforts are too limited.
Massachusetts officials push to expand early college enrollment to 100,000 students by 2036, but funding, staffing and logistics challenges remain.
Boston Public Schools is touting record graduation rates, but critics point to policies eliminating failing grades and declining test scores.
The majority of voters across the country support state bans on transgender athletes competing in girls’ and women’s sports, according to The Center Square Voters' Voice Poll.