Fung Wah company pulls buses off the road
The bus company, which runs a popular Boston-New York trip, took almost its entire fleet off the road after state inspections found structural cracks in 21 of its 28 buses.
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Tom Brady agrees to contract extension, according to report
The Patriots quarterback’s deal will keep him with the team through the 2017 season, or when he’s 40 years old, Sports Illustrated’s Peter King reports.
Markey, Lynch agree to six debates
The debates between the Democratic candidates for US Senate will be held in Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, New Bedford, and a sixth community yet to be decided.
C. Everett Koop, influential surgeon general, dies at 96
Koop brought attention to a range of public health concerns, including abortion and AIDS.
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Warren, representatives blast sequester
Elizabeth Warren and other members of the state’s delegation spoke out Monday against the automatic cuts set to begin on March 1.
Mediterranean diet reduces heart disease, study finds
The diet eschews red meats and processed food in favor of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts, olive oil, and wine.
After threatening boycott, Syrian leaders to meet
Skeptical opposition leaders agreed to a conference in Rome that will be the centerpiece of John Kerry’s first overseas trip as secretary of state.
editorial | Open up, Boston
To keep newcomers, promote a more welcoming civic life
Somewhere near the heart of Boston’s civic life is an inner circle that can widen its boundaries to include more of the region’s leading innovators.
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Sports
On Baseball
Jon Lester out to be the ace once again
Lester, still trying to repair his mechanics, said he “absolutely” envisions himself as a top-tier starter again.
Metro
Body found under I-93 in Boston may be homicide victim, police say
The body of a male was at the intesection of Albany and Traveler streets, State Police said.
Columnists
Nation & World
British cardinal resigns amid scandal, to skip papal conclave
Cardinal Keith O’Brien, Britain’s highest-ranking Catholic leader, is resigning as archbishop in the wake of misconduct allegations.
Politics
POLITICAL NOTEBOOK
New group seeks to ‘strengthen progressive movement’
Two top political consultants to President Obama are forming a new public advocacy group.
Business
Leica Biosystems plans R&D expansion in area
Leica Biosystems, which quietly moved into the Boston area last fall, is gearing up for significant hiring, the company says.
Arts
Book Review
‘If a Stranger Approaches’ by Laura Kasischke
This collection of short stories artfully plays with the line that divides private fantasy from public acts.
Health and wellness
Daily Dose
Quality TV programs lead to better behavior in kids
Research published last week suggests the type of programs children watch on TV can affect their behavior.
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