Nevada considering strict condom regulation for porn films

LAS VEGAS — Adult film production migrated from California to Nevada after voters in Los Angeles County approved a law requiring condom use on set. Now, a condom use requirement could follow. Nevada health officials said Friday that they're considering...

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Sales of existing homes fall in '14 Sales of existing homes in the U.S. fell last year for the first time since 2010, despite several factors that typically help the market, including low mortgage rates. For all of 2014, existing home sales dipped...

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Joe Kennedy III backs free community college tuition

U.S. Rep. Joseph P. Kennedy III yesterday praised President Obama's proposal to make community college free for qualifying students, but acknowledged the challenge Democrats face in getting it approved and funded by a Republican-controlled Congress....

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Acura TLX more than sporty sedan

The longer I drove this car, the more I liked it. And, as it revealed more of its personality to me, the more I realized the subtle sophistication of the 2015 Acura TLX SH-AWD. From the fuel-efficient yet powerful 3.5-liter 290-hp VTEC V­6 turbo engine...

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Bow-front duplex is decked out

This stylish duplex condo in the Eight Streets area of the South End has had a recent high-end makeover and includes two private decks as well as an outdoor parking space. The three-bedroom condo at 38 Upton St. No. 4, on the market for $1,995,000,...

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Train operator fines piling up

MBTA commuter rail operator Keolis Commuter Services continues to rack up fines for delayed trains and other performance issues, with penalties totaling $1.62 million for November and December. The MBTA, which awarded the French transportation giant...

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Governor reassures leaders local aid won’t get cut

Gov. Charlie Baker has vowed not to cut local aid to close a $765 million budget gap, and the head of the Massachusetts Municipal Association says he expects the state's chief executive will leave alone the money that is vital to cities and towns in...

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New Balance steps in to team up with Rockport

Investment firm Berkshire Partners and New Balance are buying the Canton-based Rockport Co. shoe brand from Germany's Adidas Group for $280 million. The Boston companies have a purchase agreement for the 44-year-old Rockport, which makes dress and casual...

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DAVOS WATCH: Week of meetings, speeches enters last day

DAVOS, Switzerland — The World Economic Forum held in the Swiss ski resort of Davos has the official goal of "improving the state of the world." In practice, it's a massive networking event that brings together 2,500 heads of state, business leaders,...

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Fake schools draw scrutiny of federal investigators

SAN FRANCISCO — From her hometown in India in 2010, Bhanu Challa said she had no reason to doubt that Tri-Valley University was a legitimate American school where she could pursue a master's degree. Its website featured smiling students in caps and gowns...

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