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A demonstrator held a sign with pictures of Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas, Brett Kavanaugh, Samuel Alito, Amy Coney Barrett, and Neil Gorsuch outside the Supreme Court on Tuesday.

Asserting that fetuses have rights, draft opinion could lead to abortion ban even in states like Mass., experts warn

The legal arguments cited in the Supreme Court draft opinion could give political momentum to efforts to enact a federal abortion ban on the grounds that a fetus is an unborn human being with its own rights.

See live updates about the response to the Supreme Court draft opinion

Did Trump’s Supreme Court nominees hide their abortion views? Here’s what Gorsuch and Kavanaugh said about Roe during their hearings

In 2 key New England races, the candidates disagree over abortion — and the outcomes could have a major impact

If Roe goes, so will the filibuster. But it won’t be today — and it won’t be the Democrats.

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‘Angry and upset and determined.’ Visibly rattled Elizabeth Warren reacts to Roe v. Wade leak in video
One observer on social media commented that Warren appeared to be channeling the rage so many on the left felt Tuesday.

What will happen to abortion pills? Five things to know if Roe v. Wade is overturned
If the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, it would restrict abortions at a time when abortion pills just became easier for people to access.

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New round of state abortion battles winding up after leaked draft opinion

Partial building collapse reported in South Boston, police say; three rushed to hospital, 1 with life-threatening injuries

A building partially collapsed in South Boston on Wednesday afternoon, injuring three people, one of whom has life threatening injuries, officials said Wednesday evening.

2,985 confirmed cases and 14 deaths. See the latest COVID-19 data from Mass.

With state coffers overflowing, Senate leader joins Baker in calling for tax relief package

Senate President Karen E. Spilka, citing boffo April tax revenues, said Wednesday that she’s asked her fellow senators to “pursue a tax relief package” before July 31.

State approves pared down expansion at MGH, growth at Brigham Faulkner
State regulators approved the construction of two connected clinical towers at Massachusetts General Hospital and additional patient capacity at Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital on Wednesday, giving final state sign off on approximately $2 billion in projects.

The John Adams Courthouse, home to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.

On ‘millionaires tax’ ballot question, Mass. high court weighs just how well voters speak legalese

Arguments before the Supreme Judicial Court on Wednesday focused on how the tax-raising constitutional amendment should be summarized for voters.

Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell arrived to speak at a news conference at the Federal Reserve, Wednesday, in Washington.

Fed raises key rate by a half-point in bid to tame inflation

The increase in the Fed's key rate raised it to a range of 0.75 percent to 1 percent, the highest point since the pandemic struck two years ago.

Malden is one of the most diverse towns in Massachusetts with at least 70 languages spoken in its public schools and an ever-changing mix of new arrivals putting down roots. But the demographics aren't always reflected in City Hall (left).

In Malden, a diverse city strives to be ‘a place for everyone’

Nearly half of residents in the blue-collar town of 60,000 are foreign-born. But for years, these groups have been largely locked out of city politics — and even city services.

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Opinion

Demonstrators gather outside the State House in Boston to show support and rally for abortion rights on May 3.

We’re about to find out how much voters care about abortion rights

The way to reverse the antiabortion trend is to change the people who are elected to office.

KIMBERLY ATKINS STOHR

Annotating Justice Alito’s draft abortion opinion

Alito’s first draft is a good one. But first drafts change.

A rollback of rights must not stand

IDEAS | BARBARA WALLRAFF

May I have a word: It’s five letters, and it ought to exist

Just as 19th-century antislavery publications reframed and amplified the quest for abolition, The Emancipator centers critical voices, debates, and evidence-based opinion to reframe the national conversation on racial equity and hasten a more racially just society.

Black wealth series | Part 2

Giving credit where it’s due

“Credit scores are the perfect example of how structural racism works,” says Chi Chi Wu of the National Consumer Law Center.

The Globe turns 150

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Following Supreme Court ruling, Salem’s Satanic Temple wants to fly its flag at Boston City Hall

The Satanic Temple has applied to fly its flag at City Hall Plaza — a move made immediately in the wake of an unanimous US Supreme Court ruling earlier this week that found the city of Boston violated the First Amendment rights of a Christian group by refusing to fly a flag bearing a cross outside City Hall in 2017.

Baby coyote is mistaken for lost puppy and taken home by a Dover-area family
One local family got a surprise when the lost puppy they found and took home turned out to be a baby coyote.

Amber Heard testifies she was assaulted by Johnny Depp
Actor Amber Heard told jurors Wednesday how difficult it has been for her to relive her troubled marriage to Johnny Depp as part of a libel lawsuit he filed against her.

Nantucket residents vote to allow people to go topless at beaches
After about 30 minutes of debate, residents at the Annual Town Meeting voted Tuesday 327 to 242 to approve the measure drafted by resident Dorothy Stover, a sex educator who runs the online Nantucket Love School.

Russia pounds Ukraine, targeting supply of Western arms
Heavy fighting also raged at the Azovstal steel mill in Mariupol that represented the last pocket of Ukrainian resistance in the ruined southern port city, according to the mayor.

Slovakia, Hungary won’t back EU sanctions on Russian energy

‘My heart just sunk.’ She flew into Boston to surprise her boyfriend — but then he tested positive for COVID
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Nadia Frye Leinhos of Brighton (center) led a chant as she marched after an emergency rally for abortion rights at the State House on Tuesday.

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The Uterine State of America: Our lives depend on Roe v. Wade

America should not be able to hold a person hostage to their pregnancy, make one’s body a prison, and then call itself a land of liberty.

Gabriela ‘Gigi’ Coletta wins Lydia Edwards’ old Boston City Council seat
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How Harvard could spend that $100 million to unwind its legacies of slavery
Harvard University is committing $100 million toward reparations after releasing a report detailing the institution’s ties to slavery. The university said the money will go toward helping it “redress — through teaching, research, and service — our legacies with slavery.” Here are some ideas.

‘As of now, I am retired.’ KISS 108’s Matt Siegel steps down after 41 years
Matt Siegel, host of the longtime “Matty in the Morning” show on Kiss 108 FM, told listeners Tuesday morning that he’s retiring, emotionally capping a four-decade run in which he amassed a huge following on the airwaves but more recently stirred controversy over impolitic remarks on gender issues.

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Flowers from Brattle Square Florist are among many ways to show your mom some love, and they're open all year.

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Star Wars characters stood on the Fenway Park infield for a group photo before the game celebrating Star Wars Day at Fenway Park in 2017.

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KIMBERLY ATKINS STOHR

Annotating Justice Alito’s draft abortion opinion

Supreme Court Police officers set up barricades on the sidewalk as abortion rights and antiabortion activists demonstrate in front of the Supreme Court Building on May 3.

Alito’s first draft is a good one. But first drafts change.

Senator Susan Collins of Maine responded to the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade by saying that, if accurate, the decision would be completely inconsistent with what Justice Neil Gorsuch and Justice Brett Kavanaugh said in their hearings and in meetings during their confirmation hearings

A rollback of rights must not stand

Laurence H. Tribe

The new Supreme Court’s iron fist

Abortion rights demonstrators outside the Supreme Court following a leaked draft opinion that the Supreme Court has potentially voted to overturn Roe v. Wade.

This could be the unsettling end of Roe v. Wade as ‘settled law’

IDEAS | CHARLES M. SENNOTT

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SCOTUS & Roe v. Wade: The latest

New round of state abortion battles winding up after leaked draft opinion

A draft opinion suggests the US Supreme Court could be poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, according to a Politico report. Here are the latest updates.

With state coffers overflowing, Senate leader joins Baker in calling for tax relief package

Senate President Karen E. Spilka, citing boffo April tax revenues, said Wednesday that she’s asked her fellow senators to “pursue a tax relief package” before July 31.

Partial building collapse reported in South Boston, police say; three rushed to hospital, 1 with life-threatening injuries

A building partially collapsed in South Boston on Wednesday afternoon, injuring three people, one of whom has life threatening injuries, officials said Wednesday evening.

How Harvard could spend that $100 million to unwind its legacies of slavery

Harvard University is committing $100 million toward reparations after releasing a report detailing the institution’s ties to slavery. The university said the money will go toward helping it “redress — through teaching, research, and service — our legacies with slavery.” Here are some ideas.

Sports

Real Madrid celebrated an unlikely victory over Manchester City.

Real Madrid scores two late goals in two minutes to reach Champions League final against Liverpool

Madrid forced extra time and defeated Manchester City to advance on the two-leg aggregate, 6-5.

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Packers and Giants will compete at London stadium Oct. 9

It will be the Packers first international regular-season game.

Arizona Diamondbacks' pitcher Madison Bumgarner, left, is restrained by bench coach Jeff Banister while arguing with umpires after the first inning of a baseball game against the against the Miami Marlins, Wednesday, May 4, 2022, in Miami. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol)

Diamondbacks overcome Madison Bumgarner’s ejection to edge Marlins

Bumgarner was tossed after the first inning over his objection to a foreign-substance check by first base umpire Dan Bellino.

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How Harvard could spend that $100 million to unwind its legacies of slavery

Harvard University is committing $100 million toward reparations after releasing a report detailing the institution’s ties to slavery. The university said the money will go toward helping it “redress — through teaching, research, and service — our legacies with slavery.” Here are some ideas.

Fed raises rates half a percentage point, its largest increase since 2000

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a half-percentage point and announced a plan to shrink its massive bond holdings, decisive measures aimed at tamping down the fastest inflation in four decades.

Intuit to pay $141m settlement over ‘free’ TurboTax ads

Tripadvisor picks advertising tech exec as next CEO

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Cycling in Acadia National Park offers spectacular views and is accessible to both beginners and experienced cyclists.

The best way to explore Maine’s Acadia National Park is by bicycle

From rock climbing to race car driving, let an expert be your guide for a New England adventure

Turmeric cauliflower with cashews and raita

Recipes: Curried chicken with rice and more dishes inspired by India

Mother’s Day gift guide: Seven ideas from local shops to show mom you care

metro

A rendering of the recently approved MGH building on Cambridge Street.

State approves pared down expansion at MGH, growth at Brigham Faulkner

Demonstrators rally at Harvard Yard to protest possible reversal of Roe v. Wade after leaked Supreme Court opinion

On ‘millionaires tax’ ballot question, Mass. high court weighs just how well voters speak legalese

sports

Ja Morant (right) had some words for Stephen Curry after the Grizzlies evened up the series on Tuesday.

Stephen Curry, Ja Morant enjoying challenge of battling in West semis

Game 25: Angels at Red Sox lineups and notes

Here’s an early look at the key position battles on the Patriots roster

business

Akamai's headquarters in Kendall Square.

Internet giant Akamai’s financial results hit by war and inflation

After another strong quarter, CVS raises outlook for 2022

N.Y. colleges can no longer withhold transcripts due to unpaid debt

politics

Harvard University students from left Kaitlin Shannon, Ariel Beck, and Saba Mehrzad rallied in Harvard Yard on Wednesday to defend abortion rights.

New round of state abortion battles winding up after leaked draft opinion

Donald Trump Jr. speaks with Jan. 6 committee

Did Trump’s Supreme Court nominees hide their abortion views? Here’s what Gorsuch and Kavanaugh said about Roe during their hearings

Nation

Representative Madison Cawthorn, a North Carolina Republican, spoke during a campaign-style rally for former president Donald Trump at The Farm at 95 in Selma, N.C., on April 9.

Cawthorn fighting ballot challenge in N.C.

Amber Heard testifies she was assaulted by Johnny Depp

2,985 confirmed cases and 14 deaths. See the latest COVID-19 data from Mass.

World

At a workshop in Ukraine that is providing support to the country's armed forces to fight against invading Russian forces, a Ukrainian drone operator demonstrated a racing drone being modified.

US and Ukrainian drone enthusiasts turn hobby into weapon of war

Human Rights Watch says Russian soldiers tortured people in Central African Republic

Slovakia, Hungary won’t back EU sanctions on Russian energy

opinion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presents the Order of Princess Olga, a Ukrainian civil decoration, to US Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi during a visit by a US congressional delegation, on April 30, in Kyiv.

Memo to Dems: Don’t play chicken with aid for Kyiv

Innovation doesn’t mean what you think it does

A public bank would bring benefits to Mass.

lifestyle

"Overthinking About You: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD, and/or Depression" by Allison Raskin.

I know, I know, I’m overthinking it

‘My heart just sunk.’ She flew into Boston to surprise her boyfriend — but then he tested positive for COVID

Dave Chappelle attacked on stage during show

food & dining

Omakase at Cafe Sushi near Harvard Square.

AAPI Heritage Month is a chance to celebrate Asian restaurants

Recipes: Curried chicken with rice and more dishes inspired by India

‘We’re bringing back community. This is a place to bond.’

travel

A Tailwind Air seaplane shown in Boston Harbor in 2021.

Planning a trip to Provincetown? Boston travelers can soon hop on a seaplane.

These 3 New England beaches were named among the best in the US by Travel + Leisure

A Brutalist beauty, the power of picture books, and an intimate Alaskan cruise

Arts

"Watermark," 2022, two-channel video installation with sound.

‘Rights Along the Shore’ probes painful history of segregation and swimming

Boston Children’s Museum celebrates trans children’s dreams in new exhibit

Are we ready to look at ‘Philip Guston Now’?

Books

Exposing mysteries of a small seaside town in ‘Vigil Harbor’

Reading when you’re looking for a challenge

Money, legacy, family, and lies all matters of ‘Trust’

Movies

From left: Stephanie Hsu, Michelle Yeoh, and Ke Huy Quan in "Everything Everywhere All at Once."

3 films that capture the messiness of being a mom

Comedian Iliza Shlesinger will perform in Providence in September

In ‘Dr. Strange 2,’ Benedict Cumberbatch is back as the sourest of Marvel superheroes

Television

Colin Firth and Toni Collette in "The Staircase."

Step by step, ‘The Staircase’ brings nuance to a murder mystery

In the end, bad choices overwhelm ‘Ozark’

Latest ‘Scandal’ exposes more real-life notoriety

music

Koffee performs at the 2022 Coachella festival in Indio, Calif., last month.

Breakout reggae star Koffee has something special brewing

Olivia Rodrigo in the driver’s seat at Roadrunner

Dolly Parton, Eminem, Lionel Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame

Theater/Dance

Ariana DeBose posed with her Oscar for best supporting actress at the Governors Ball after the 94th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, March 27, 2022. DeBose, who has appeared in six Broadway shows, including Hamilton, will host the 2022 Tony Awards.

Ariana DeBose to host upcoming Tony Awards

Two Irish dance extravaganzas step into town

Even the oldest work on Alvin Ailey’s programs feels contemporary

globe local

Amy Comander, an oncologist at Newton Wellesley Hospital and director of breast oncology and cancer survivorship at the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham, held a yoga class on the green at The Street Chestnut Hill to raise money for the Ellie Fund.

Ellie Fund offers a helping hand to those fighting breast cancer

‘Perfect Storm’ author to speak in Gloucester on May 13

Newton’s PorchFest returns in June with an afternoon of free music

Obituaries

Internet pioneers gathered in Boston in 1994. Front row, from left: Robert Taylor, Frank Heart, Roland Bryan, and Douglas Engelbart. Back row, from left: Severo Ornstein, Barry Wessler, Mr. Walden, Jon Postel, Leonard Kleinrock, Wesley Clark, Ben Barker, and Truett Thach.

David Walden, computer scientist at dawn of Internet, dies at 79

Ron Galella, a celebrity-hounding, genre-bending photographer, dies at 91

Norman Mineta, who served two presidents in Cabinet, dies at 90