75 years ago, the Celtics made history by drafting the NBA’s first Black player
Chuck Cooper was a rookie on the first Celtics team to end the season with a winning record. And a separate pick, Bob Cousy, would eventually become his close friend.
Massive changes at the EPA will roll back much-needed scientific research, environmental experts say
EPA administrator Lee Zeldin promised significant changes at the agency. What does that mean for private citizens and scientists?
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Local nonprofits lose millions in federal funds for violence prevention
In the termination letters sent out this week, the DOJ offered organizations a 30-day window to appeal. -
Outgoing METCO head stands behind the program despite recent attacks on DEI
“It is pretty appalling to see what's happening at the federal level,” says METCO President Milly Arbaje-Thomas. “The fact that we're even looking to dismantle words that are positive.” -
GBH Daily: MFA will send Benin bronzes back
The Benin Kingdom Gallery will close at the end of the month. -
Lawmakers visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rümeysa Öztürk at Louisiana ICE facilities
Sen. Ed Markey and U.S. Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Jim McGovern meet with detained international students. -
College presidents sign letter of ‘moral courage’ and condemn Trump’s actions
Leaders with the American Association of Colleges and Universities call for “constructive engagement” and condemn the Trump administration when it comes to higher education.
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