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Mass. Senate considers ending clock changes The proposed bill would do away with the clock changes and establish a permanent, consistent time system in the Bay State.

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A JetBlue flight from Boston to Florida was searched by federal agents after a reported bomb threat onboard Saturday afternoon. https://www.wcvb.com/article/jetblue-flight-bomb-threat-vero-beach/70742195 

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War has already displaced nearly a million Lebanese, and aid groups warn of a humanitarian crisis Hundreds of thousands of people in Lebanon have fled their homes since Israel issued mass evacuation orders and ramped up its airstrikes on the militant group Hezbollah.

War has already displaced nearly a million Lebanese, and aid groups warn of a humanitarian crisis | Click on the image to read the full story

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Police warn against Assembly Row street takeover Police said they are deploying more officers to the area and will take enforcement against any illegal activity.

Police warn against Assembly Row street takeover | Click on the image to read the full story

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Bomb threat reported on Boston flight bound for Florida, passengers say According to a Hearst Television reporter who was on board the plane, the pilot alerted passengers to a "security issue" shortly after landing and said they weren't allowed near the gate in Florida.

Bomb threat reported on Boston flight bound for Florida, passengers say | Click on the image to read the full story

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The reported threat occurred on a JetBlue flight to Vero Beach. https://www.wcvb.com/article/jetblue-flight-bomb-threat-vero-beach/70742195 

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Bomb threat reported on Boston flight bound for Florida, passengers say Passengers were escorted off the plane when federal authorities arrived to the scene.

Bomb threat reported on Boston flight bound for Florida, passengers say | Click on the image to read the full story

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3D printer, pressure cooker, other weapons found in Mass. college dorm room, DA says Detectives also found knives, swords, a gas mask, night vision goggles, and ball bearings inside the room, according to police.

3D printer, pressure cooker, other weapons found in Mass. college dorm room, DA says | Click on the image to read the full story

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8 accused of antifa ties convicted on terrorism charges over shooting at Texas immigration facility Attorneys for the defendants denied that their clients were affiliated with antifa and said they had gone to the Prairieland Detention Center last year to show support for immigrants inside.

8 accused of antifa ties convicted on terrorism charges over shooting at Texas immigration facility | Click on the image to read the full story

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Boston College swim team makes waves to fight cancer “I might as well swim for a good cause if I am going to be swimming," said Chloe Otten, a sophomore.

Boston College swim team makes waves to fight cancer | Click on the image to read the full story

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For weeks now demonstrators have gathered in Boston to voice their support for the Iranian people and U.S. military intervention. https://www.wcvb.com/article/boston-rally-iran-war/70741971 

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Israeli soldiers accused of brutally assaulting Palestinian detainee — The charges were just dropped The decision, which came as much of the country's attention was focused on the war with Iran, closed a flashpoint case that has bitterly divided Israel since the soldiers were arrested in 2024 at the notorious Sde Teiman military prison, prompting anger from members of the far-right government and hard-line ultranationalists who violently overran the prison in protest.

Israeli soldiers accused of brutally assaulting Palestinian detainee — The charges were just dropped | Click on the image to read the full story

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A Boston ballerina had words as sharp as her pirouettes this week for Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet.
https://www.wcvb.com/article/boston-artists-respond-timothee-chalemet-opera-ballet/70738634 

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History will be made at Gillette Stadium on Saturday with the start of a new era in Boston women's professional soccer. https://www.wcvb.com/article/boston-legacy-debut-gillette-stadium/70741567 

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Man shot and killed by police during alleged Roxbury carjacking identified A Dorchester man was shot and killed by Boston police after an alleged carjacking in Roxbury.

Man shot and killed by police during alleged Roxbury carjacking identified | Click on the image to read the full story

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Explosion rocks Amsterdam Jewish school in what mayor called a ‘targeted attack’ An explosion struck overnight at a Jewish school in Amsterdam after a Michigan synagogue was targeted in a car-ramming attack Thursday.

Explosion rocks Amsterdam Jewish school in what mayor called a ‘targeted attack’ | Click on the image to read the full story

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Former Logan Airport workers sue Trump admin. over job loss "I know how to work hard in difficult circumstances," said one of the plaintiffs. "I'm not an unacceptable risk."

Former Logan Airport workers sue Trump admin. over job loss | Click on the image to read the full story

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A South Carolina woman bought 4 lottery tickets, and all 4 were winners "I still haven't wrapped my brain around it," said the winner.

A South Carolina woman bought 4 lottery tickets, and all 4 were winners | Click on the image to read the full story

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Russian strike on the Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds at least 15, with peace talks stalled Local officials said the attack hit four districts and damaged homes, schools, businesses and critical infrastructure. Overnight into Saturday, Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery and port in Russia's southern Krasnodar region, local Russian officials reported.

Russian strike on the Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds at least 15, with peace talks stalled | Click on the image to read the full story

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A 53-year-old man was struck and killed by a car on Route 1 in Saugus Friday night. https://www.wcvb.com/article/pedestrian-struck-route-1-saugus/70740211 

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Before recent attack, Michigan synagogue had been bolstering its security The synagogue's security is being credited with saving lives in an event that ended with only the attacker dying.

Before recent attack, Michigan synagogue had been bolstering its security | Click on the image to read the full story

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After a mostly dry weekend, clouds will increase on Sunday ahead of a storm on Monday. https://www.wcvb.com/article/windswept-heavy-rain-massachusetts-monday/70732528 

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What is Kharg Island? Trump threatens Iranian oil infrastructure President Donald Trump says he will reconsider his decision to spare oil infrastructure on the island if Iran interferes with the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

What is Kharg Island? Trump threatens Iranian oil infrastructure | Click on the image to read the full story

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US eases some Russian oil sanctions but crude prices stay high "This easing alone by the United States could provide Russia with about $10 billion for the war," Zelenskyy said. "It spends the money from energy sales on weapons, and all of this is then used against us."

US eases some Russian oil sanctions but crude prices stay high | Click on the image to read the full story

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North Korea fires about 10 missiles toward sea in show of force, Seoul says The launches came as the U.S. and South Korean militaries conduct their annual springtime exercises involving thousands of troops.

North Korea fires about 10 missiles toward sea in show of force, Seoul says | Click on the image to read the full story

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US judge pauses termination of deportation protections for some Somali immigrants A federal judge in Massachusetts is temporarily blocking the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in the U.S. The judge issued an administrative stay on Friday

US judge pauses termination of deportation protections for some Somali immigrants | Click on the image to read the full story

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Helipad at US Embassy in Baghdad hit by a missile The sprawling embassy complex, one of the largest U.S. diplomatic facilities in the world, has been repeatedly targeted by rockets and drones fired by Iran-aligned militias.

Helipad at US Embassy in Baghdad hit by a missile | Click on the image to read the full story

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Pedestrian struck on Route 1 in Saugus, investigation underway Police say the crash happened near Collins Ave.

Pedestrian struck on Route 1 in Saugus, investigation underway | Click on the image to read the full story

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U.S. Postal Service releases new stamps honoring lowrider culture The U.S. Postal Service announced the release of new stamps celebrating lowrider culture.

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Behind the scenes aboard news chopper, Sky 5 Our eye in the sky, WCVB helicopter takes a team to deliver the news

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