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June 30, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines Boston Boston’s new public restroom map already has over 150,000 views Released ahead of the World Cup and Tall Ships festival, the tool already draws thousands of clicks a day. By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com Read more News Ne Where Where to see 4th of July fireworks in Mass. for America’s 250th birthday Massachusetts towns are celebrating America's 250th with fireworks and festivities, from the Esplanade to Tanglewood. See the full list of celebrations. By Liesel Nygard | LNygard@masslive.com MORE    Lottery Powerball: See the winning numbers in Monday’s $360 million drawing Check your numbers to see if you hit it big in Monday's jackpot. By National Desk MORE    Politics What Mass. agencies are doing to stop the sewage overflow into the Merrimack River Amid calls from local officials for a more coordinated, urgent response, the Healey-Driscoll administration detailed how state agencies are helping end the crisis and protect natural resources. By Susannah Sudborough | SSudborough@masslive.com MORE    See more news Sports Sports German soccer fan Freddy is helping America like the World Cup and ourselves a little more An anonymous German tourist became an accidental influencer by celebrating the everyday American experiences we take for granted By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Sports Paraguay and Germany revealed what American soccer is still chasing Watching Paraguay celebrate their victory over Germany revealed what the U.S. needs most isn't just success, but fans invested enough to feel heartbreak and joy. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ Willson Contreras is grieving for his home country — and can’t hide his emotions| Sean McAdam Baseball can only distract so much for a Red Sox slugger who's dealing with tragedy in his native country. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE