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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Biotech Boss Asks Governor for Help in Uncertain Times

Chris Viehbacher, the CEO of Biogen, had a message for Governor Maura Healey at a recent event hosted by the Associated Industries of Massachusetts. He was worried about the changes happening in Washington and how they might affect his business. Viehbacher pointed out that his company faces lots of

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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Cell Phones in Schools: Should Massachusetts Ban Them?

Imagine going to school and not having your phone by your side. That's what Attorney General Andrea Campbell is proposing with the new STUDY Act. The act aims to get phones out of classrooms from start to finish, or "bell-to-bell, " as she calls it. This isn't just about creating a good habit; it's

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Maura Healey Set to Unveil Higher Ed Funding Plan

Governor Maura Healey is ready to drop a big news bomb about money for colleges in Massachusetts. She's calling it a "major announcement, " and it's happening this Tuesday morning. The action starts at 11 a. m. and includes a sneak peek at the cybersecurity center at Bridgewater State University. Yo

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Jan 20 2025BUSINESS

Stopping Private Profiteering in Healthcare

After the collapse of Steward Health Care, which led to the closure of two hospitals and the loss of patient lives, Massachusetts has taken a big step. A new law aims to keep private equity out of local healthcare. This isn't about banning private equity, but making sure they can't squeeze money out

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

Drivers Unwittingly Involved in Package Theft Attempt

In Norfolk, Massachusetts, a clever but failed attempt to steal packages involved using food delivery drivers. The town's police were called to a home on Pennacook Street after reports of suspicious activity. They found that three DoorDash drivers had visited the address within a short time span to

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Young Snappers Capture High School Action

As the new year begins, high school photojournalists in Massachusetts are diving into their craft, capturing the excitement of sports and school events. Over 20 students have shared their work in this week's photo gallery, showcasing various sports like basketball, hockey, and swimming, as well as c

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Jan 05 2025SPORTS

Bengals' Playoff Hopes Live On: Burrow Leads Team to Narrow Win over Steelers

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are still in the playoff race after a close 19-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite being out of ideal playoff position, the Bengals showed their worth by winning five straight games to end the regular season. Their fate now rests on the outcomes of

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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Decoding the Genetic Dance: How Two Genes Team Up for Cancer Risk

Scientists are making big strides in understanding how our genes contribute to risk for esophageal cancer. This type of cancer, called esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC), often starts with a condition called Barrett's esophagus (BE). Many genetic factors have been linked to these conditions, but how th

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Dec 31 2024LIFESTYLE

Rhode Island's Top Baby Names: Charlotte and Liam Take the Lead

In the small state of Rhode Island, baby names have been following a clear trend over the past few years. For the third consecutive year, Charlotte has been the most popular name for girls. This year, there's a new king of the hill for boys: Liam. The health department shared this exciting news on M

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Dec 29 2024SCIENCE

Ticks & Their Microbes in El Salvador: New Findings

El Salvador hides a rich variety of ticks on its lands. From 2019 to 2021, researchers have found 216 ticks on dogs, wild animals, and even in the environment. These ticks aren't just any ticks; they're from 11 different species! Some of these include the Amblyomma species like dissimile and mixtum,

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