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FDA: Issues may exist with more drugs from Mass. firm

Federal health officials today warned of the possible risk of infection from other drugs made by the Framingham firm tied to the meningitis outbreak. (Globe, 2:46 p.m.)
Campaign 2012 -- Politics news

Mitt Romney raises $170.5m, President Obama $181m in race's final month

Mitt Romney and the GOP raised a record amount in September, but still trailed President Obama and the Democratic Party in fund-raising. (Globe, 3:46 p.m.)

Boy, 14, arraigned in fatal stabbing

14-year-old boy will be charged as adult

A not guilty plea was entered today on behalf of Ernest Watkins IV, who is being charged as an adult in connection to the Oct. 6 fatal stabbing. (Globe, 4:30 p.m.)

Facing criticism for out-of-state travel, Governor Patrick drops by press gallery

The governor's visit to the State House press gallery came after he traveled out of state to attend a gay rights gala and to stump for President Obama. (Globe, 3:58 p.m.)

On eve of retrial, judge allows new testimony in Mattapan quadruple slaying

Marcus Hurd, who was wounded in the quadruple slaying, will be allowed to testify that he recognizes one of the gun-wielding men in the attack. (Globe, 5:02 p.m.)

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GOP faith unshaken in supply-side tax policies

The basic ingredients of Mitt Romney’s plan to slash tax rates are steeped in doctrine that has inspired Republican conservatives for decades.
Opinion | Dan Shaughnessy

Patriots embarrassed by Pete Carroll

Pete was pumped and jacked on the Seattle sideline as the Seahawks stunned the Patriots for easily one of the worst losses of the Belichick-Kraft era.

MFA showcases Mario Testino

The fashion photographer’s first exhibition in the US, opening at Boston’s MFA, is aptly titled “In Your Face.”
Opinion | Adrian Walker

Eliminate the City Council districts

Given the changes in the electorate, an open system would produce a more diverse Boston City Council.

Compounding pharmacies vary widely

The outbreak of infections linked to a potentially tainted steroid has abruptly thrust a niche area of drug preparation into public view.
Opinion | JULIETTE KAYYEM

Khadafy son should be tried by Libya

Libya is involved in a senseless power struggle with the International Criminal Court over who has jurisdiction in the trial of Saif Khadafy.

Nuance giving health field its voice

Burlington speech giant Nuance Communications expanded deeper into the medical technology business with two big acquisitions in just the past few weeks.

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Since these songs were so popular, we thought we'd test your lyrics knowledge. Can you guess the chorus of the top 15 pop songs of the last two decades? Let's find out!

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How to turn your basement into a kids' playroom

How to turn your basement into a kids' playroom

Give your kids their own designated section of the house by transforming a basement space into a playroom. We've got some ideas for you.
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High Octane and a Princess

High Octane and a Princess

Vancouver-based Reuters photographer Andy Clark has a long history with motorsport. Here are some photographs Clark took at Agassiz Speedway.

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Stucco home has touches of old mountain inn

Known as Pineledge, this stately stucco home was built in 1907 and seems like it is frozen in time.
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Has Ford created the great escape?

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