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Front Page - 2010-12-02

Tax break for employer health plans a target again

WASHINGTON - Job-based health care benefits could wind up on the chopping block if President Barack Obama and congressional Republicans get serious about cutting the deficit. More »

FDA reviews 2 new drugs to reduce prostate cancer

WASHINGTON - Regulators said Monday that two drugs from GlaxoSmithKline and Merck reduce the risk of prostate cancer in men, though scientists questioned the drugs' overall benefit, since the tumors they prevent are usually not life-threatening. More »

Rep. Rangel wants House to reject censure

WASHINGTON - Rep. Charles Rangel is ready to make a last stand to salvage his reputation and tell the House that a censure should be reserved for crooked politicians. More »

How Congress' tax-cut decision may affect economy

WASHINGTON - On this, economists agree: Extending tax cuts passed under President George W. Bush for low-and middle-income people would strengthen the weak economy. More »


Mass. Dems, GOP study elections for keys to 2012

Massachusetts Democrats and Republicans are chewing over this year's two marquee political races for lessons they can use in 2012 - including U.S. Sen. Scott Brown's re-election campaign. More »

Documentary series features Rox success

When people think of Roxbury, the last thing that comes to mind is business and organizational success or the phrase, "Roxbury is rich!" More »

Puerto Rican vets launch Mass. monument campaign

A group of Puerto Rican veterans in Massachusetts has launched a campaign to raise money for a monument to honor Puerto Ricans who have served in the U.S. military. More »