Paul Ryan fueled by the issues

As Paul Ryan prepares to accept the GOP nomination for vice president, an examination of his first race in Wisconsin underscores the type of candidate he would become.

Abortion ban won’t happen on Romney’s watch, sister says

Mitt Romney’s oldest sister, Jane, said he wouldn’t pursue a federal ban on abortion if elected president.

Yahoo fires bureau chief for Romney remark

The editor was caught on a microphone at the convention saying Mitt Romney and his wife were “happy to have a party with black people drowning.”

Hurricane Isaac

Isaac, downgraded to tropical storm, slogs inland

Louisiana officials said they may have to intentionally breach a levee in a flooded area as Isaac made a slow, drenching trek inland.

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‘Le Pants King’ hits the streets of Boston

Justin Pomerleau, 24-year-old from Allston, created his character and start-up mobile clothing shop last August.

Justin Pomerleau with his traveling clothing shop in Somerville’s Union Square.

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Justin Pomerleau with his traveling clothing shop in Somerville’s Union Square.

One of the hand-printed T-shirts.

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One of the hand-printed T-shirts.

Studded shorts splashed by paint.

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Studded shorts splashed by paint.

His sister’s line of homemade soaps.

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His sister’s line of homemade soaps.

Pomerleau's cart with his logo printed on the side.

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Pomerleau's cart with his logo printed on the side.

Justin Pomerleau took a picture of Mercedes-Star Smith Sullivan after she bought a pair of sunglasses.

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Justin Pomerleau took a picture of Mercedes-Star Smith Sullivan after she bought a pair of sunglasses.

Nationally, the average tuition at private four-year schools reached $28,500 this year, according to the College Board.

Families misjudge college savings

Parents and students have unrealistic expectations about what college will cost— and what graduates will make.

A policeman fired at protesting miners outside a South African mine in Rustenburg on Aug. 16.

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Mine killings echo old South Africa

In the worst state suppression of labor unrest in the 18 years of the “free” South Africa, police shot dead 34 workers and wounded 78 others.

Bill Belichick has only a couple more days to get the Patriots roster down to 53 players.

Patriots v. Giants, 7 p.m.

Trying to piece together final Patriots roster

Ahead of the team’s final exhibition game tonight, some educated guesses at what the 53-man roster will look like.

Message to readers

A change to commenting

We’re launching new article comments and personal profiles on BostonGlobe.com Wednesday afternoon, and want to explain some changes that you’ll see.

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Movie Review

Hans Olav Brenner (left) and Anders Danielsen Lie in “Oslo, August 31st,” directed by Joachim Trier.

‘Oslo’ is moving and masterful

A coolly observed yet boundlessly compassionate day in the life of a recovering drug addict, Joachim Trier’s drama “Oslo, August 31st” breaks your heart many times over.

Food & dining

At Avila, seared halibut with spicy tempura tomato, braised greens, and lemon mostada.

How Boston restaurants use local, seasonal produce

Across New England, it’s peak season for fruits and vegetables. Chefs browse area gardens, farms, and farmers’ markets for produce they love to feature.

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