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This home lets the sunlight in
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This home lets the sunlight in
This ranch in Wayland sits on 5 acres and has many windows and skylights.
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Suffolk DA: Lover's quarrel preceded fatal South Boston fire

The girlfriend of the mother of two young sisters killed in a South Boston fire was arrested today on murder and arson charges. (Boston Globe)
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Globe exclusive -- A rare birth

First-ever photos of a right whale calving

First ever photos of a right whale birth (New England Aquarium Photo)
No human had ever seen the birth of the federally endangered whale -- until these photographs were taken in the winter of 2005, according to the New England Aquarium. Above, mother Cat's Paw and baby Resolution swam together a few weeks after birth.
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Obama nearly tied in superdelegate count

After adding at least seven Democratic superdelegates today, Barack Obama, with 270, has nearly pulled even with Hillary Clinton who has 271.5, according to the latest unofficial tally. (Boston Globe)
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Burma seizes UN aid supplies

As residents of Burma tried to recover from last week's cyclone, the country's military junta seized UN aid shipments and told the US it could send only one cargo plane with relief supplies. (AP)
UN appeals for $187 million in aid for cyclone victims
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Chilean volcano erupts

Take a look at the effects of the Chaiten volcano in Chile's remote Patagonia, which began erupting last week. Thousands have been evacuated from the area.
Expert: Chile volcano eruption at critical stage
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Mother's Day brunch options

From purse-shaped cake at Aujourd'hui to seafood paella at Meritage, you just might find something right for your mom this Mother's Day. Check out these Boston-area dining options.
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Living large in Rhode Island

Living large in Rhode Island

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