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Mar 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities and the pressure to discuss plastic surgery

Public figures often face expectations that don’t apply to regular people. A recent debate highlights this issue after a well-known personality called out celebrities for not being open about plastic surgery. She argued that if someone clearly looks different, they should explain why instead of stay

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Mar 20 2026WEATHER

Spring weather swings into Boston ahead of schedule

Boston residents have a few days to say goodbye to winter before spring officially arrives. A brief cold snap lingers today with partly sunny skies and temperatures barely reaching the mid-40s. While most of the day stays dry, light snow or rain could sneak in overnight as a weak system approaches f

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Boston’s Slushy Weather: What to Expect

Boston is in a long melt‑down period. Snowbanks still sit on the streets, which helps push the snow away but also traps water and creates puddles. At night the cold makes these pools harden again, only for the cycle to repeat the next day. It’s a tough situation for drivers and walkers alike. Some

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hot Noodles and Snowy Wins: A Boston Food & City Update

Boston’s winter is heating up with a new soccer team, hot soups, and a snowy challenge. The city’s pro women’s soccer club, Boston Legacy FC, will reveal its first uniforms tonight at the Cyclorama. Fans can win a kit by emailing a special address or proving membership with a screenshot. A bir

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Playing to Stay Healthy: How Games Change Health Habits

Public health is all about getting people to adopt healthier habits. But how do you make that happen in a world where everyone is glued to their screens? The answer might be in games. Yes, you heard it right. Games are not just for fun anymore. They are being used to encourage healthy behaviors. Ta

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Feb 13 2026WEATHER

Snow Likely to Skip Boston this Week

Boston’s weather has calmed for the moment. No major storms loom in the near future, and no harsh cold air is expected over the weekend. Temperatures will stay around 35 to 40 degrees, with occasional clouds drifting in. A brief flurry or light snow shower might happen Saturday morning, but it won’t

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Jan 28 2026WEATHER

Boston Braces for Bitter Cold: What You Need to Know

Boston is getting ready for a really cold week. Temperatures will drop to single digits at night and even go below zero on Friday night. But it will feel even colder because of the wind chill. On Wednesday morning, it could feel like -5 degrees. By the end of the week, an arctic air mass will make i

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Jan 20 2026WEATHER

Boston's Big Snowfall and the Chilly Days Ahead

Boston got a big surprise on Sunday night. A huge snowstorm hit the city, dropping between 4 to 6 inches of snow. Some areas, like Taunton, got even more, with up to 7 inches. This was the biggest snowfall of the season so far. At Logan Airport, they recorded 5. 3 inches of snow. That's almost half

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Jan 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Costs of Grazing on Public Lands

Public lands in the U. S. are vast, covering an area more than twice the size of California. These lands are used for many things, including grazing livestock. The government allows ranchers to use these lands for a fee, but the fees are much lower than what ranchers would pay on private land. In fa

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Jan 10 2026BUSINESS

Boston Scientific: A New Chapter in Valencia

Boston Scientific is on the move. The company's neuromodulation division, currently based in Valencia, is relocating to a new spot nearby. This shift is notable because it marks a change in the company's footprint in the area. The new location is the former home of Scorpion, a marketing firm. This

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