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Failing the DNA test
Massachusetts is one of only two states without a law granting inmates the right to test DNA evidence to prove their innocence. A long-contested bill may finally change that.
Exclusive Sunday Preview | Ideas
Is air travel about to get better?
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Glamour and convenience have given way to delays, long lines, and lost luggage. But new technology means relief may be in sight.
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Red Sox’ search process is a mess
The Red Sox’ search for a manager has gone on for seven weeks. Dan Shaughnessy asks what is taking so long in what he calls a “ridiculous dog and pony show.”
Murray denies improper relationship with McLaughlin
Lieutenant Governor Timothy P. Murray insisted he was only doing his job in talking frequently with former Chelsea Housing director Michael E. McLaughlin, who resigned amid furor over his pay.
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Scot Lehigh
Who seems more like a senator?
See how Republican Senator Scott Brown and Democratic rival Elizabeth Warren responded to questions about what the congressional debt supercommittee should do.
Paterno has treatable lung cancer
Former Penn State coach Joe Paterno has a treatable form of lung cancer, according to his son.
Mass. CEO ranks double number of women, to 6
Women’s progress in breaking through the glass ceiling remains frustratingly slow, according to the Boston Club, the women’s business group that conducts the survey.
“I hope the colleges see this is not a blame game, not an assault, but just the reverse.”
Paul Grogan, chief executive officer of the Boston Foundation
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Columnists
Metro
Family of slain police officer receives Hanna Medal of Honor
The widow and children of Woburn police officer John B. Maguire, who was shot and killed during a robbery attempt in 2010, accepted the award in his memory today.
Business
Investors shift fears on debt to Spain, France
Though Italy has been struggling in the market spotlight for days, investors yesterday turned their attention to France and Spain, whose borrowing costs spiked during the day.
Politics
Gingrich to visit Harvard today
Former House speaker and Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich and his wife will screen their film about American exceptionalism at the Harvard Institute of Politics.
Nation & World
FDA revokes approval of Avastin for advanced breast cancer
The agency based its decision on studies concluding that the drug didn’t improve the quality of life nor extend the lives of women with metastatic breast cancer.
Sports
Despite hot streak, Bruins still chasing playoff field
Even with their win streak at seven games, the Bruins remain on the outside of the projected eight-team playoff lineup in the Eastern Conference.
Movies
MOVIE REVIEW
‘Descendants’ highlights a dad in Hawaii shaken by life
The film, starring George Clooney, is about saying goodbye to the things we take for granted.
Arts
MUSIC REVIEW
Ludovic Morlot and BSO find easy chemistry
Morlot has the honor of filling James Levine’s shoes as conductor of two subscription programs Levine mapped out before his resignation.
Special reports
Globe Spotlight Report
Under the influence
Full coverage of the Globe’s investigation into OUI acquittal rates.
Opinion
“Even as computers have transformed our lives, the technology revolution hasn’t yet led to significant changes in how students are taught.”
Edward L. Glaeser
Ideas
“It may seem intimidating when we say you are going to help transcribe ancient Greek papyri, but it’s all about pattern recognition, and the brain excels at pattern recognition.”
James Brusuelas, an Oxford classicist who is part of the Ancient Lives team