Human composting offers an environmentally friendly end. Some are pushing to legalize it in Illinois
CHICAGO -- Two summers ago, a newspaper article inspired Roxann Specht to write a detailed note containing her end-of-life requests. After sharing it with her husband, Gerald, he was similarly inspired but much more to the...Read more
Hollywood star Robert Duvall dies aged 95
Robert Duvall has died aged 95.
The Hollywood star passed away on Sunday (02.15.26), with his wife, Luciana, confirming that he was "at home, surrounded by love and comfort".
In a statement posted on Facebook, Luciana ...Read more
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey continues war of words against ICE
BOSTON — As concerns about an ICE surge, potential nearby detention facility and World Cup attendance continue to circulate, Gov. Maura Healey spoke on the issue again and called for defunding the immigration agency.
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Newly released police reports on MIT professor's killing reveal details into investigation
BOSTON — Police reports released to the Herald after a public records fight reveal new details about the hours leading up to and following the murder of an MIT professor in his Brookline home last year.
Nuno Loureiro ...Read more
Trump team's planned ACA rule offers its answer to rising premium costs: catastrophic coverage
The Trump administration has unveiled a sweeping set of regulatory proposals that would substantially change health plan offerings on the Affordable Care Act marketplace next year, aiming, it says, to provide more choice ...Read more
Trump administration formally denies Minnesota access to Alex Pretti evidence
The Trump administration has formally denied Minnesota law enforcement access to information and evidence from the FBI investigation into the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal agents on Jan. 24 in Minneapolis.
The ...Read more
Robert Duvall, acting legend known for intense roles, dead at 95
When Robert Duvall was floundering around in college, his father, a career Navy man who retired with the rank of rear admiral, told him to shape up — and start acting.
“I wasn’t pushed into it but suggested into it,...Read more
Michigan experts warn of worsened air quality after Trump climate move
WASHINGTON — Experts warn air quality will worsen because of the Trump administration's repeal of the legal basis for federal climate rules, despite a top federal regulator saying the move "does not change regulations on...Read more
Pentagon is close to cutting ties with Anthropic, report says
Anthropic’s talks about extending a contract with the Pentagon are being held up over additional protections the artificial intelligence company wants to put on its Claude tool, a person familiar with the matter said.
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Ukrainian refugee killed alongside boyfriend stationed at Fort Bragg, NC cops say
A Valentine’s Day double homicide in North Carolina is getting international attention due to one of the victims being a Ukrainian refugee.
The killing of Kateryna Tovmash, 21, marks the second time in six months a ...Read more
Maryland oyster industry reflects on low demand, challenging season
As the local oyster industry recovers from what they describe as one of the worst seasons in the state’s long history, many are reflecting on what factors have led to a staggering decrease in demand and sales.
The ...Read more
Frustration, fresh clues, new threat: Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case enters third week
As the investigation into the abduction of Nancy Guthrie entered its third week, authorities await key DNA evidence, President Trump threatened the abductors and daughter Savannah Guthrie urged her mother's kidnappers to ...Read more
Lander admits pulling punches against Goldman with redistricting looming
NEW YORK — Former Controller Brad Lander reportedly says he’s pulling punches in his challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman, D-New York, because their potential Democratic congressional primary race could get shaken up by an ...Read more
Florida among states in 'drug-resistent' salmonella outbreak linked to moringa
MIAMI — Moringa powder capsules have been recalled as a CDC and FDA investigation links the capsules to a new form of salmonella outbreak that the CDC calls “unusual and highly concerning.”
“The salmonella strain ...Read more
Minnesota farms face labor shortage as workers fear federal immigration action
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota farmers are worried they won’t have enough hands to tend livestock and manage crops this year, a consequence of ongoing federal immigration enforcement in the state targeting undocumented ...Read more
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer travels to Italy as part of ongoing trade mission
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's ongoing trade mission to Europe includes a stop in Italy, her office revealed Monday.
The Italy venture was a newly disclosed destination for a trip to Germany that the ...Read more
Monks' peace walk leaves political Annapolis captivated by calm
The Buddhist monks arrived at The Lawyer’s Mall below the State House steps last week, which has long been the scene of political protests.
In this sharply partisan era, almost any event can get cast as political if one...Read more
Rubio wraps Hungary's Orban in US embrace before tight election
Secretary of State Marco Rubio showered Viktor Orban with praise on a visit to Hungary as the U.S. doubled down on its support for the strongman leader before an election that could bring an end to his 16 years in power. ...Read more
Detectives suggest 'revenge' as possible Nancy Guthrie kidnap motive
Detectives have questioned if Nancy Guthrie could have been kidnapped as part of a "revenge" plot.
The 84-year-old mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie has been missing since February 1, and the Pina County Sheriff'...Read more
Teyana Taylor 'instant besties' with Julia Roberts
Teyana Taylor cried when she met Julia Roberts at the Golden Globe Awards.
The 35-year-old star - who scooped the Best Supporting Actress accolade at last month's ceremony for her turn in One Battle After Another - had ...Read more
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