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Quote of the Day by America's most original poet of all time, Emily Dickinson: 'That it will never come again...'- 'Because I Could Not Stop for Death' poet’s timeless reminder about the beauty of fleeting moments

Emily Dickinson's famous words remind us that life's sweetness comes from its temporary nature. The poet, who lived a quiet life in Amherst, Massachusetts, understood that moments gain value because they cannot be repeated. Her insights into impermanence offer a timeless lesson on appreciating the present. Dickinson's legacy continues to…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

California Rideshare Drivers Move Toward Unionizing, Following Massachusetts

Uber and Lyft drivers in both states say low pay, rising gas prices and a lack of transparency in how they're compensated have fueled organizing efforts.

Capital & Main · Jun 17

Home-Delivered Medically Tailored Meals Cut Hospitalizations by 31% in Medicaid Patients — and Saved Money Too

Nature Medicine study: medically tailored home meals cut Medicaid hospitalizations 31%, ER visits 20%, saving $3,433 per patient. At least 12 states are now expanding this.

Medical Daily · Jun 17

The Real Reason Stefon Diggs' Ex-Chef Accused Him of Violent Assault

The NFL has decided not to discipline Stefon Diggs after reviewing assault and strangulation allegations made by his former personal chef, following the receiver's acquittal in a Massachusetts court. The ruling removes a major hurdle as the veteran free agent looks to revive his career on the field.

International Business Times UK · Jun 14

Your Uber Driver May Soon Be Unionized. At What Cost?

It is in part an attempt to treat gig workers as full-scale employees rather than independent contractors. Drivers and riders will pay the price.

Reason · Jun 13

Here's why Scotland will have 'home advantage' in World Cup matches

IN June, the Scotland football team will travel 3000 miles across the Atlantic to begin their World Cup campaign in Boston, Massachusetts.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 13

Tartan Army celebrations kick off in Boston for Scotland’s first World Cup match

Scotland will take on Haiti in Massachusetts in their first World Cup match for 28 years.

Evening Standard · Jun 13

Pucker up! Dog kissing booth takes over Massachusetts neighborhood

A three-year-old golden retriever named Driver has taken the hearts of those in downtown Waltham

The Independent UK · Jun 12

Massachusetts family lose $12,000 on Vrbo vacation home after ‘state of emergency’ declared in Hawaii

Steve Cavagnaro, from the Boston area, had planned the vacation with his family in early March

The Independent UK · Jun 12

Massachusetts mom ready to admit killing her 3 kids with exercise equipment, prosecutors allege ‘extreme atrocity and cruelty’

Her defense blames overmedication and postpartum psychosis.

We Got This Covered · Jun 12