Porter Square Station in Cambridge has a grand total of 199 stairs, making it the deepest station in the MBTA system. The station was built through solid bedrock, going under the Fitchburg commuter rail line and private properties. Commuters often face issues with the escalators, as they are frequently out of service, leaving them with no choice but to climb the daunting stairway.
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Mass. judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump's plan to offer financial incentives to federal workers to leave their jobs, extending the deadline for applications. The program, orchestrated by Elon Musk, aims to downsize the government, but is being challenged by labor unions. Democrats warn that workers may not get paid and urge them not to accept the offer. The administration is pressuring employees to leave, warning of layoffs or furloughs, while emphasizing loyalty and misconduct...
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