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Hampshire College to Close After Fall Semester Amid Financial Struggles
Hampshire College in Massachusetts will close after the upcoming fall semester due to ongoing financial difficulties. The decision underscores the broader crisis facing small liberal arts institutions in the U.S., with potential ripple effects on local communities and higher education policies.
Mitt Romney Celebrates 20 Years of Massachusetts Healthcare Law
Mitt Romney celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Massachusetts health care law he signed in 2006, which cut uninsured rates and influenced national policy. The event underscores the law's significance amid bipartisan debates on health reform today.
RFK Jr. Changes CDC Vaccine Panel Rules, Bypassing Court Order and Increasing Control
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has approved new rules for the CDC vaccine advisory panel, which experts say could help him bypass a court order that had frozen the committee. The changes increase his influence over vaccine policy and may impact public health oversight in the US.
Massachusetts Court Allows Lawsuit Against Meta Over Child Addiction to Instagram
The Massachusetts Supreme Court has allowed a lawsuit against Meta for allegedly designing addictive features on Instagram that target children. This decision could lead to increased legal and regulatory pressure on social media companies to prioritize user safety.
24 US States Sue EPA for Rescinding Key Greenhouse Gas Emissions Finding
A group of 24 states filed a lawsuit against the EPA for withdrawing a key 2009 finding that labeled greenhouse gases as a public health threat. This challenges the Trump administration's move to weaken federal climate protections and could affect the future of US emissions regulations.
Robert Goddard Launches First Modern Rocket 100 Years Ago in Massachusetts
Robert Goddard launched the world’s first modern liquid-fueled rocket in Auburn, Massachusetts, 100 years ago. The flight initiated the era of modern space exploration and set the stage for future advancements in rocketry and space travel.
RFK Jr. Faces Backlash Over Comments on Sugary Drinks at Dunkin’ and Starbucks
RFK Jr. drew criticism following remarks about the health safety of sugary drinks at Dunkin’ and Starbucks. His comments have sparked controversy amid ongoing debates over sugar consumption and public health.