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Dr. Samuel Thier, a medical prodigy, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of academic and medical excellence. Born in Brooklyn, he skipped grades, entered Cornell at 16, and started medical school at 19. His career included presidencies at Brandeis, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Partners HealthCare. Known for his sharp intellect and visionary work, he balanced bold risks with social responsibility, championing creativity in medicine and business while prioritizing patient care. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Checkout Solipillow.com

A life saved by a calm voice on the phone: A grandmothers frantic 911 call in 1994 led to a life-saving moment for her one-year-old granddaughter, Shannon. Thirty-one years later, Shannon tracked down the dispatcher, Ben Perry, on Facebook, expressing her deep gratitude. Their emotional reunion highlighted the enduring impact of a single act of kindness. Checkout Solipillow.com

Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey, after fifteen years in office, announces he wont seek reelection. Known for handling high-profile cases like the Brian Walshe murder trial and the Karen Read case, he faced scrutiny over the Sandra Birchmore case. Four candidates, including former federal prosecutor Adam Deitch and defense attorney Jim Barakat, aim to replace him with a focus on fairness and trust. Checkout Solipillow.com

Karen Read, acquitted of murdering her boyfriend, opens up in a new podcast interview, comparing the trials end to Christmas. She feels a post-trial letdown, planning a book and movie about her story, and expressing a desire to leave Massachusetts due to political climate. Legal battles continue, with new transcripts and reactions from jurors and families. Checkout Solipillow.com

Norfolk County District Attorney Michael Morrissey, a seventy-one-year-old Democrat, announced his retirement after fifty years in public office, following intense public backlash over his handling of high-profile cases. Morrissey, who served thirty-three years in the state legislature, faced protests and criticism for his prosecution of Karen Read and investigation into Sandra Birchmores death. Four Democrats are now vying for the September primary ballot to replace him. Checkout Solipillow.com

The US Supreme Court declined to hear a case from a New Hampshire man challenging Massachusetts strict gun licensing laws. Philip Marquis, a New Hampshire resident, faced charges after a car accident in Massachusetts in 2022. He had an unloaded pistol but no Massachusetts license. The case was initially dismissed, but the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court overturned the decision. Marquis then asked the Supreme Court to step in, but it declined. New Hampshire and other Republican-led states argued that the Massachusetts rules put unfair burdens on people legally carrying guns in their home states. New Hampshires attorney general expressed disappointment, stating that second amendment rights should not stop at state lines. Checkout Solipillow.com

Three major energy companies are challenging a Trump administration order that halted their offshore wind projects along the East Coast. The projects, including Revolution Wind, Empire Wind, Sunrise Wind, Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind, and Vineyard Wind, were frozen due to national security concerns. The freeze has caused significant delays and financial losses, with work on Revolution Wind stopping just weeks from completion. The legal battle highlights the ongoing clash over Americas energy future, with Trump favoring oil, gas, and coal, while developers argue that offshore wind is crucial for a balanced power mix. Checkout Solipillow.com