Dzhokhar Tsarnaev gets ultimate penalty

Jurors sentenced Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to death, rejecting the defense?s argument that he was simply a follower of his older brother.

KEVIN CULLEN

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/15/BostonGlobe.com/Metro/Images/cullen--90x90.png After what jurors saw, no simple choice

The jury wasn?t dealing with this in the abstract. It was in front of them, day after day, for two months.

The jury rejected the four key aspects of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev?s defense case. Pictured: Tsarnaev stood with his attorneys as his sentence was read on Friday.

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Defense unable to generate sympathy for a terrorist

In what may have been pivotal in the decision, the jury rejected the defense contention that Tsarnaev was remorseful.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/15/BostonGlobe.com/Metro/Images/0a1ca2c6db514c8288b7aee295b88637-235d2d39516940aea0548c448c00aa0d-2.jpg After the sentencing, what happens next?

Though the jury?s verdict is binding, it legally remains a recommendation until a US judge acts upon it.

3 people shot overnight in Lynn

Two victims were transported to Mass. General, and police do not have a suspect in custody.

Patrons gathered outside T.T. the Bear?s Place in Cambridge on Friday night.

Cambridge mainstay T.T. the Bear?s Place to close in July

T.T.?s landlord says the legendary rock club?s owner informed him that the venue is shutting down.

Warren spoke at an American Prospect forum on the role of journalism in progressive politic on Wednesday.

How Warren gained influence and avoided ?fringe? label

Much of Elizabeth Warren?s power stems from her deep understanding and relentless focus on fiscal issues.

Clay Buchholz was outstanding for the Red Sox, allowing three hits in eight innings with 11 strikeouts, but the bullpen failed in the ninth.

Mariners 2, Red Sox 1

Red Sox lose in 9th, and John Farrell takes the fall

The manager elected to pitch to Mariners star Nelson Cruz with first base open in the ninth.

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Near-death experience inspires new vision

Kevin Colleran, an early Facebook staffer, nearly died in a February crash. Now he finds that life is sweeter.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/11/BostonGlobe.com/Lifestyle/Images/lorenz_Disastertraining_010.jpg Harvard program for relief workers tests students in crisis situations

The Harvard University Humanitarian Academy?s culminating event had students responding to a fictitious situation in ?Worani.?

Charles Stith (left) said Boston University does not do enough to attract or support black students and faculty.

BU is accused of bias against blacks

The founder of BU?s African Presidential Center said plans to close the facility reflect broader racial discrimination at the school.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/12/BostonGlobe.com/Lifestyle/Images/snackinglate.jpg Heavy late-night snacker? Might be all in your head

Snacking may be the result of reduced brain activity in response to food in the evening as compared to the morning.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/16/BostonGlobe.com/National/Images/473543418.jpg Mitt Romney lasts two rounds in ring against Evander Holyfield

Romney and the former heavyweight champion squared off Friday at a charity fight night in Salt Lake City.

The lawsuit against the Paramount restaurant on Beacon Hill (above) also includes the Paramount in South Boston.

Paramount restaurant sued on overtime

Workers say they are being paid in cash for overtime hours, without time-and-a-half compensation.

Music Review

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/05/12/BostonGlobe.com/Arts/Images/112281010.jpg The Tallest Man on Earth plays it subtle at Orpheum

On the road for the first time with a full band, Kristian Matsson loses none of his intimacy.

The Big Picture

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Living with creatures

Photographers have documented the relationships between humans and animals in countless ways.