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Harvard sees dip in applications following antisemitism, plagiarism controversies

March 29, 2024

Harvard sees dip in applications following antisemitism, plagiarism controversies

Harvard University saw a small decline in total applications for admission in comparison to recent years, according to data provided Thursday by the Ivy League institution.

Dark money-fueled law firm joins Massachusetts climate suit against Big Oil

March 29, 2024

Dark money-fueled law firm joins Massachusetts climate suit against Big Oil

FIRST ON FOX: A California climate-focused law firm fueled by dark money quietly intervened in Massachusetts' Big Oil lawsuit, according to filings reviewed by Fox News Digital.

Harvard apologizes for, removes creepy book binding made of human skin: 'Past failures'

March 28, 2024

Harvard apologizes for, removes creepy book binding made of human skin: 'Past failures'

Harvard University removed a book binding made of human skin from a 19th century book in its libraries, citing ethical concerns and "past failures."

Suspect shoots robotic police dog in Massachusetts standoff; manufacturer says it's a first

March 27, 2024

Suspect shoots robotic police dog in Massachusetts standoff; manufacturer says it's a first

A robotic police dog disabled by a March 6 shooting is credited with helping avert a deadly confrontation during a Barnstable, Massachusetts standoff.

Former heads of Massachusetts veterans home where 76 died in COVID pandemic avoid jail time

March 27, 2024

Former heads of Massachusetts veterans home where 76 died in COVID pandemic avoid jail time

Two former officials of a veterans home in Massachusetts, where a severe COVID-19 outbreak resulted in at least 76 deaths, have settled their criminal case.

Families in Massachusetts overflow shelters will have to document efforts to find a path out

March 25, 2024

Families in Massachusetts overflow shelters will have to document efforts to find a path out

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced that families in overflow shelter sites will soon be required each month to document their path toward independence, such as looking for a job or housing.

FDA proposes ban on electrical shock devices used to stop aggressive behavior for the second time

March 25, 2024

FDA proposes ban on electrical shock devices used to stop aggressive behavior for the second time

The FDA has proposed banning electrical stimulation devices used to reduce or stop self-injurious or aggressive behavior due to the risk of injury they pose.

Massachusetts Senate passes bill criminalizing 'revenge porn'

March 21, 2024

Massachusetts Senate passes bill criminalizing 'revenge porn'

A Massachusetts bill criminalizing the nonconsensual dissemination of intimate images and videos has been approved by the state Senate.

IRS agent accused of filing false tax returns for three years: DOJ

March 20, 2024

IRS agent accused of filing false tax returns for three years: DOJ

An IRS agent living in Massachusetts and with advanced knowledge of auditing techniques allegedly filed false tax returns from 2017 to 2019.

Jordan opens House probe into how Haitian migrant charged with raping girl at Massachusetts shelter came to US

March 20, 2024

Jordan opens House probe into how Haitian migrant charged with raping girl at Massachusetts shelter came to US

Reps. Jim Jordan and Tom McClintock, R-Calif., launched a House Judiciary probe into how Cory Alvarez entered the U.S. and who sponsored the Haitian.