Israel Settlement Boycotts Risk Broader Economic Isolation
Israel settlement boycotts led by the UK could spill into wider economic isolation as banks and importers de-risk, Bloomberg warns ahead of elections.
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Government news from The Boston Report on federal, Massachusetts and Boston agencies, budgets, transit, housing and the public policy that affects residents.
Third-Country Deportations: What the Supreme Court Ruled
Third-country deportations can resume after the Supreme Court paused a Boston judge’s ruling. Key facts, the dissent, December arguments and what comes next.
Malaysia Myanmar Repatriation Begins as UN Warns of Risks
Malaysia Myanmar repatriation began with about 1,500 returns as the UN warns of danger, a day after a Kyauktaw airstrike reportedly killed 50. What to know.
Morocco’s First Female Prime Minister: Who Is She?
Morocco’s first female prime minister, Fatima Zahra El Mansouri: who she is, how the king chose her, and the coalition math she faces in a 395-seat parliament.
Immigrants Lead Boston: City Defends Civic Training Program
Immigrants Lead Boston drew criticism over a taxpayer-funded civic course. The city says it is open to residents with immigrant-community ties, including citizens.
MBTA Bus Camera Enforcement Starts Oct. 1 on Silver Line
MBTA bus camera enforcement begins Oct. 1 with educational notices on SL4 and SL5. Fines start in 2027. Here’s how warnings, tickets and appeals will work.
Russia 2027 Defense Budget Jumps 27% to $203 Billion
Russia’s 2027 defense budget would jump 27% to 17.1 trillion rubles, about $203 billion, Reuters reported, as Moscow plans for a prolonged war economy.
US Forces Exit Iraq as Coalition Mission Ends
US forces exit Iraq as the last coalition troops leave Erbil, ending Operation Inherent Resolve amid fears militias and Islamic State could fill a vacuum.
Boston Roxbury Grant Lawsuit Targets $20M DOT Cancellation
The Boston Roxbury grant lawsuit challenges the U.S. DOT’s cancellation of a $20M RAISE grant over EV charging. DOT says it is reviewing the lawsuit now.
Boston Overdose Response Grants: $700K for Six Groups
Boston overdose response grants total $700,000 for six community groups through mid-2028, and BPHC is expanding PAATHS care coordination, the city said.