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Hungary’s new leader seeks peace with EU

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Federal case brings verdict that Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally overcharge concert fans

America's largest concert promoter and ticket seller operate unfairly, say jurors who heard seven weeks of arguments and testimony. The jury, which heard two fans describe the hassles of buying tickets, decided that Live Nation -- a concert gian...

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Pete Hegseth recites prayer from Pulp Fiction during military sermon

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sparked attention after leading a Pentagon prayer service using a reworked “Bible verse” made famous in Pulp Fiction. The adapted passage — loosely inspired by the Book of Ezekiel — was reportedly recited before a hi...

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This week's word in the news: PETITIONER

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While presenting the citizens’ petition for debate at the April 11 Spring Town Meeting, petitioners argued that ICE operations in Plymouth have “created fear” and “disrupted lives” among the immigrant community, leading to what they call a distrust of local police.
The Boston Herald -- 04/20/2026

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Will oil freeway turn into toll road?

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