Human genes can’t be patented, high court rules
The Supreme Court’s decision could profoundly affect the medical and biotechnology industries, but was seen as a major win for researchers and patients.
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The Supreme Court’s decision could profoundly affect the medical and biotechnology industries, but was seen as a major win for researchers and patients.
Trial of ‘Whitey’ Bulger
A retired State Police detective who led the agency’s surveillance of “Whitey” Bulger at a garage near Boston Garden is resuming testimony today.
On the campaign trail, Gabriel Gomez downplays his career in private equity, and hand in layoffs and offshoring jobs.
More than 100 people completed a training program for the homeless run by the Pine Street Inn.
Philip Tuttle shouldn’t have been out on his boat alone, but he is not one easily told what to do.
Tech Lab
If you don’t want to be tracked online, there are apps for deleting cookies, hiding your network address, and ensuring that your messages are not intercepted.
Christopher L. Gasper
For Bruins fans, the Game 1 loss stings. But it could be a sign that this will be a terrific series in the Stanley Cup Final.
Dan Shaughnessy
After more than five periods of crunching, white-knuckle hockey, the Blackhawks showed why they are favorites for the Stanley Cup.
JOAN VENNOCHI
The Republican Senate candidate is a confusing blur of statements and positions that make it difficult to understand who he is and where he stands.
Down 3-1, the Blackhawks kept fighting, right to the last shot. And they proved they are the best team yet the Bruins have faced.
Nava blasted a two-run home run that turned into the difference as the Red Sox beat the Rays after a spot start from Alfredo Aceves.
The man and woman found dead inside a home on Central Avenue were killed in a “targeted attack,” the Cape and Islands district attorney said.
Fueled by hot temperatures, changing gusts, and bone-dry forests, the Black Forest Fire is the most destructive in state history.
President Obama breezed through the city Wednesday to stump for Edward Markey’s Senate campaign.
A cybercrime ring allegedly tried to steal at least $15 million by hacking into a dozen financial institutions and the US military’s payroll service.
With “Man of Steel,” director Zack Snyder has made a superhero blockbuster that carries the weight of its fraught times — at least until the last half hour.
Ami Albernaz’s weekly roundup of bargains includes Thomas Pink’s semi-annual sale.
Full Globe coverage of the gangster’s ongoing trial, life on the run, and notorious legacy in Boston.