Donald Trump had a mixed record in Atlantic City

A triumphant Donald Trump heralded the opening of the Taj Mahal Casino in Atlantic City on April 5, 1990.

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For a time, it felt like Trump made the old casino town great again. But then, for some, his dream became a nightmare.

Kevin Cullen

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?This reunion has cost me a fortune,? says 77-year-old Johnny Lucas, now living in Australia, ?but I?m a lot richer for it.?

Tough times, no easy answers for Pilgrim plant

Analysts are questioning the parent company?s ability to continue operating its beleaguered nuclear plants across the country.

Crux | Pope's visit to the US

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//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/27/BostonGlobe.com/National/Images/John_Allen-1533.png In summary, papal trip highlighted Francis? strengths

During his trip to Cuba and the US over the last week, Pope Francis demonstrated his popularity and his deft political touch.

Pope Francis spoke from the steps of Independence Hall.
People in the crowd listened, shed tears,  and snapped photos as Pope Francis spoke at Independence Hall.

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Pope?s words hit home, but some hear silence

In Pope Francis? otherwise triumphant US visit, his remarks on sexual abuse have, for some, sounded a flat note.

Yvonne Abraham

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You?d think his trial, with its weeks of gruesome testimony, would have put to rest some of the mythology.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/24/BostonGlobe.com/Business/Images/turner092415BIZ27millennialre12.jpg Millennials face tough obstacles to buying a home

Student debt, a lack of savings thanks to hefty rents, and limited housing stock all make it a challenge for younger adults to buy.

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/27/BostonGlobe.com/Metro/Images/200_martin_richard_statue.jpg Martin Richard lives on in bronze

The young victim of the Marathon bombings, remembered for a sign he held in school, was honored by Bridgewater State University on Saturday.

Red Sox DH David Ortiz appears more than capable of hitting 40 homers next season at age 40.

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DAN SHAUGHNESSY

There?s a reason for hope at Fenway in 2016

Tough questions do need to be answered, but Dave Dombrowski?s presence gives fans a reason to be optimistic.

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Springfield?s Joshua Washburn was a lost child and troubled man. Now, saved by faith and family, he is risking it all in Syria.

Trevor Noah is the new host of ?The Daily Show.?

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Trevor Noah keeps his cool as he readies for ?Daily Show?

A tough childhood has helped Noah keep his life in perspective as he takes over the iconic show, starting Monday.

Nantucket Boy Scouts on the Camp Richard obstacle course.

Boy Scout organizations split over Nantucket property

A plan to sell a patch of pristine island property has pitted leaders of Boy Scouts on Nantucket and Cape Cod against each other.

Patriots coach Bill Belichick (left), offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, and the rest of the coaching staff are always cooking up scheme quirks. Wide receiver Julian Edelman said of McDaniels: ?It?s like a mad chemist back there, doing his magic. I don?t know what he?s doing. I?m just going to go with it.?

Ben Volin | On Football

Game-planning for the Patriots is nearly impossible

Every team in the NFL strives for versatility, but the Patriots are the rare team that can pull it off.

OKEMO MOUNTAIN RESORT

Fall foliage trips your kids will love (Really!)

Forget the slow-going, scenic byways clogged with leaf peepers. Instead, consider these fun activities where spectacular scenery is only part of the equation.

Your winter home checklist

A to-do list to get your home in order before the impending cold and snow.

John Calipari was joined on stage by many former players during the enshrinement ceremony for the Class of 2015 of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

GARY WASHBURN I SUNDAY BASKETBALL NOTES

John Calipari?s impact on game is undeniable

His tactics and philosophies have been criticized, but the Kentucky coach has huge support from former players.

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The tangled history of barbed wire

An examination of barbed wire shows it is the infernal gift that keeps on giving.

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A proper tirade about grammar

What this country needs is a constitutional amendment mandating a grammar app for all online writing.

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JOAN VENNOCHI

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/25/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/vennochi-1363.png Moving the goal posts on homelessness

The homeless crisis is intensifying in Massachusetts. Denying families access to shelter won?t change it.

Ground Game

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Bernie Sanders draws large crowds in New Hampshire. Now he needs to turn that enthusiasm into a developed political operation.

The Big Picture

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Pope Francis? mission to the US

The world leader of the Roman Catholic Church has already visited the White House and addressed a joint session of Congress.

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BetaBoston | Hiawatha Bray

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/25/BostonGlobe.com/Business/Images/fd77fd0f42a14bc29041a91fcce6dc84-fd77fd0f42a14bc29041a91fcce6dc84-0.jpg First impressions of the iPhone 6s

The new iPhone is here, and so were the crowds lined up outside the smartphone stores on Boylston Street.

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//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2015/09/23/BostonGlobe.com/Foreign/Images/Quiz-Know-Pope.jpg The pope?s in the US. How well do you know him?

With Pope Francis visiting the United States, we challenge you to show us how well you know him.