China drops controversial ‘hurt feelings’ clause from public security admin law

The original clause – “producing, disseminating, propagating or spreading articles or remarks that are harmful to the spirit or the feelings of the Chinese nation” – has been removed from the article. In the first proposed draft amendment released in September, the clause stipulated six acts that could attract up to 15 days in detention, … Read more

Wu, Healey junket to Italy an expensive diversion from real problems

While Gov. Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu hobnob with Pope Francis at the Vatican and Italian business leaders next week – no doubt taking in all the great things about Italy like wine and pasta and sightseeing – they are leaving behind a troubling state of affairs in the Bay State. Read original … Read more