Attorneys for Rümeysa Öztürk and government argue before district judge
Öztürk's attorneys accused agents of shopping for a favorable court. The government said the case should be dismissed or moved to Louisiana, where she is being held.

Jeff and Julie Kinney have big plans for Plainville
Author of the bestselling “Wimpy Kid” series is writing a new chapter for his adopted hometown.
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Harvard scientist with valid visa detained for bringing frog embryos to Logan Airport
Scientist opposed Russian invasion of Ukraine and fears deportation. -
Mass. lawmakers demand release of Tufts grad student detained by ICE
U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley and other lawmakers are calling for the release of Tufts graduate student Rümeysa Öztürk. -
Politics-related stress driving uptick in demand for mental health services, providers say
Studies show political polarization is associated with anxiety and depression. -
Wellesley College non-tenured faculty go on strike
One third of faculty takes to picket line, citing stalled negotiations around pay and workload issues. -
Sex workers, allies speak out as details of brothel scandal emerge
Supporters hope lawmakers will consider sex work decriminalization bills this session.
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