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Dr. Gregory Piazza examined a patient at the Shapiro Cardiovascular Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

This next step of integrating Mass General Brigham will be the toughest one yet

Starting in October, MGB will start bringing together its largest services, shuffling egos at some of the country’s top hospitals.

MGB commits to multimillion dollar cost-cutting plan. Here’s what happens next

The savings will largely be achieved through a combination of lowered prices, reduced hospitalization rates, and shifting some hospital care to people’s homes.

Zelensky, in Kennedy School address, says Putin plans to press ‘hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians’ into Russian forces
The referendums taking place in Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine, likely followed by the annexation of those areas, are part of a plan to compel Ukrainians into military service against their own country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday.

Book excerpts: The Trump era

Trump referred to supporters as ‘[expletive] crazy,’ claimed he was ‘having meetings’ during Jan. 6 attack, Haberman book says
Snippets from several new books about the Trump administration provide an inside look at explosive encounters between members of Trump’s Cabinet and White House officials on a variety of topics.

Appeals ruling leaves Trump fate in defamation suit in flux

Where will Hurricane Ian hit? Here’s the outlook for 6 Florida cities.

Ian is expected to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane — but will likely weaken when it makes landfall along the Florida Gulf Coast.

Dave Epstein: Ian lining up to clobber Florida’s west coast Map: Storm tracker shows Ian's projected path

Jan. 6 committee postpones Wednesday hearing due to Hurricane Ian, panel announces

The committee had planned to hold what was likely to be its final investigative hearing Wednesday afternoon, but members decided at the last minute to delay it as it became clear that Hurricane Ian was churning on a collision course toward Florida.

Maine man convicted of assaulting law enforcement officers during Jan. 6 insurrection Capitol rioter a ‘one man wrecking ball,’ gets 7 year term

Manchin ends pipeline push, easing path for spending bill

Both chambers of Congress must approve legislation by Friday, which is the end of the fiscal year, to prevent a partial government shutdown.

‘A hostile act’: CDC eases masking rules for hospitals and nursing homes, but they won’t apply to Mass. yet

The revised guidelines immediately sparked controversy among public health experts.

Representative Jim McGovern’s mission to end hunger takes the spotlight at White House conference
Representative Jim McGovern's decade-old goal of hosting a White House conference on hunger, nutrition, and health comes to fruition Wednesday. It's the first since the one his mentor spearheaded more than 50 years ago.

Brian Hoyer has lost his last 11 NFL starts, but he is likely to get the call Sunday.

While Mac Jones seeks a second opinion on ankle, Patriots express faith in Brian Hoyer

"He’s always ready to take that next snap when he is called on," quarterbacks coach Joe Judge said of Hoyer, who may well start against the Packers Sunday.

Boston startup Endstate sells shoes with chips in them that link to a companion NFT. Cofounders Stephanie Howard and Bennett Collen come from the worlds of shoe design and blockchain tech.

innovation beat

Why a Boston sneaker design veteran and crypto entrepreneur are making NFT shoes

A shoe designer and a blockchain entrepreneur have teamed up to launch Endstate, a local startup that sells more than just sneakers.

Imelda Staunton portrays Queen Elizabeth II in the final two seasons of "The Crown."

TV CRITIC'S CORNER

Second to last season of ‘The Crown’ premieres Nov. 9

The new episodes will be set in the 1990s, during the tenure of John Major (Jonny Lee Miller) as the prime minister. They will focus on the collapsing marriage between Prince Charles (Dominic West) and Princess Diana (Elizabeth Debicki).

Hispanic Heritage Month

MARCELA GARCÍA

How I learned to stop worrying and love Hispanic Heritage Month
Is dedicating only a month every year to honor Latino culture just another example of “Hispandering”?

Documentando el corazón infatigable de Chelsea Ideas | Rarely seen snapshots of Latino Boston Read more Hispanic Heritage Month stories

Mi Historia en Boston

La risa es la distancia más corta entre dos culturas
Por mucho que lo intentara, sabía que iba a seguir cometiendo errores verbales, culturales, sociales y profesionales en mi nuevo país.

Opinion

Protesters shout slogans as they hold photos of Iranian Mahsa Amini during a protest outside the Iranian Embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus on Sept. 27. pm, T

Tara D. Sonenshine

The women of Iran need the world to protest with them

History shows that when Iranians protest, their ability to move the needle is constrained by the amount of support they receive from different factions inside the country, and policies outside the region.

The battle within the state Republican Party

Brett Favre, welfare queen

Rosalyn Negrón, Rebecca Herst, and Antonio Raciti

Greater Boston’s climate adaptation field is divided by race

With the Celtics and Udoka, it’s about brand

Black Progress Index | Andre Perry

What’s going right about Black life? The Black Progress Index tells us what, where, and how
We assembled data from as many U.S. counties as possible to identify the strongest predictors of well-being, with life expectancy as the primary measure. The index analyzes these places and more.

High Med. Low

Select a county:

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150 years of The Boston Globe

Scenes from a century and a half, as covered by the Boston Globe.

Spotlight investigation

Part 1

A celebrated surgeon, a trail of secrets and death
Dr. Yvon Baribeau set a record for malpractice settlements, and many colleagues tried desperately to stop him. But hospital executives let him go on and on.

Timeline: What the public didn't know about Dr. Yvon Baribeau Video: What the Spotlight Team’s investigation discovered about Dr. Baribeau N.H. hospital promises review after revelations about doctor with 21 malpractice settlements

Dr. Yvon Baribeau

A crisis of conscience, with lives on the line

Alarmed doctors at Manchester's Catholic Medical Center tried to get a troubled colleague barred from surgery. But hospital leaders resisted. Then came the "summer of death."

More recent stories

Disgraced former head of homeless shelter to plead guilty to stealing from organization
Casa Nueva Vida was forced to cease operations after theft charges against Manuel Duran.

Body of Maine boy, 14, found; was reported missing last week
Theo Ferrara, 14-year-old Freeport, Maine boy who went missing last week, was found dead Tuesday in the waters of Maquoit Bay, officials said.

Canadian hiker carried nearly two miles during rescue in White Mountain National Forest

A 62-year-old Canadian hiker was carried nearly two miles in a rescue basket after she was injured while hiking in the White Mountain National Forest on Monday, according to a statement from New Hampshire Fish and Game.

THE GREAT DIVIDE

‘The Mary Lyon way’: A Boston inclusion school’s successful approach to re-engagement
The full-inclusion school in the Boston system could have fallen apart during the pandemic. Here’s why it soared instead.

As much as possible, Joe Mazzulla will strive for continuity with Celtics
Coach Ime Udoka is absent for the season, but the other pieces are in place for the defending Eastern Conference champions, so why disturb that?

A very hot topic: Everything you need to know about induction cooktops
If you’re embarking on a kitchen remodel or just swapping out your cooktop or range, you’ve likely been introduced to induction. It acts like the new kid on the block, but it’s not — it’s just finally getting the attention it deserves.

Recommended reads

Dr. Ximena Venegas inside the first Boston location of Tend, a technology-driven dental company.

CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

Orthodontist vs. insurer: How Question 2 could bring sweeping changes to dental industry

If Question 2 passes, it could affect not just the insurers that do business here, but also dentists and orthodontists — not to mention anyone with dental insurance.

The Greater Boston housing market is cooling, but it’s no easier to buy a house
Rising mortgage rates, inflation, and a stark supply shortage have pushed housing even further out of reach for many, with some measures of affordability hitting their lowest point in over 30 years.

Massachusetts has one of the highest rates of employees working from home
Cambridge had the state’s highest percentage of people working from home in 2021 at 44.4 percent, with Boston trailing not far behind at 30.3 percent.

‘Soul-sucking’: Why some Gen Zers are quitting the 9-to-5
The monotonous nature of a typical office job is the subject of an extremely relatable viral TikTok trend.

video

Culture & Lifestyle

Carly Rae Jepsen performs at Roadrunner.

At Roadrunner, Carly Rae Jepsen cuts to all the feelings

Billy Novick (left) and Guy Van Duser

Nearly 50 years on, Guy Van Duser and Billy Novick are still swinging

Mishy Jacobson in "Ada and the Engine" at Central Square Theater.

With a few clanks, ‘Ada and the Engine’ offers an eye-opening ride through computer history

Mikhail Svetlov (bass) as The Baron in "The Miserly Knight."

Odyssey Opera soars in Rachmaninoff’s ‘Troika’

Special Projects

Back to Boston

Welcome Back to Boston

Consider this our love letter to the city, a celebration of all it has to offer visitors and locals alike.

Top Spots to Live in Greater Boston in 2022

A guide to 36 Greater Boston communities where demand — and prices — are surging.

Jeneé Osterheldt

A Beautiful Resistance

Black joy, Black lives, as celebrated by culture columnist Jeneé Osterheldt.

‘On the Street’: The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods

The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Protesters shout slogans as they hold photos of Iranian Mahsa Amini during a protest outside the Iranian Embassy in Nicosia, Cyprus on Sept. 27. pm, T

Tara D. Sonenshine

The women of Iran need the world to protest with them

Few trees and plantings visible along Warren Avenue create a heat island for the residents who live outside of Nubian Square, June 2021. Neighborhoods with higher amounts of asphalt and concrete are hotter, and more dangerous, especially as the city heats up from climate change.

Rosalyn Negrón, Rebecca Herst, and Antonio Raciti

Greater Boston’s climate adaptation field is divided by race

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka and Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora.

With the Celtics and Udoka, it’s about brand

In November 2021, the Kayak office in Cambridge is shown with empty work stations because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Kayak had called employees back to the office three days a week, then switched to work from anywhere after employees asked for more flexibility.

How remote work withers our social networks

Mary Gaines, a resident of the Golden Keys Senior Living apartments, displayed contaminated water in her kitchen in Jackson, Miss., on Sept. 1. A recent flood worsened Jackson's longstanding water system problems.

A deteriorated water system erodes public trust in Jackson, Miss.

Four girls at an athletic field in Roxbury, at a recreational sporting event sponsored by La Alianza Hispana.

IDEAS | OMAR VEGA

Rarely seen snapshots of Latino Boston

Metro

Body of Maine boy, 14, found; was reported missing last week

Theo Ferrara, 14-year-old Freeport, Maine boy who went missing last week, was found dead Tuesday in the waters of Maquoit Bay, officials said.

Forecast | Dave Epstein

Ian lining up to clobber Florida’s west coast

In the case of those on the west coast of Florida, it's better to be overprepared, than underprepared, because Hurricane Ian is likely to cause catastrophic damage wherever it lands and perhaps beyond.

MGB commits to multimillion dollar cost-cutting plan. Here’s what happens next

The savings will largely be achieved through a combination of lowered prices, reduced hospitalization rates, and shifting some hospital care to people’s homes.

This next step of integrating Mass General Brigham will be the toughest one yet

Starting in October, MGB will start bringing together its largest services, shuffling egos at some of the country’s top hospitals.

Sports

Kelsey Plum went up for a shot between two defenders in a Group A win over Bosnia & Herzegovina at Sydney.

US 121, Bosnia and Herzegovina 59

US women’s basketball sets team record with 27th consecutive World Cup win

The Americans, who haven’t lost since the 2006 semifinals against Russia, won 26 in a row from 1994-2006 leading up to that contest.

Shakira Cadet of Durfee headlines the EMass field hockey Players of the Week

FIELD HOCKEY | PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

EMass field hockey: A game-winning goal vs. Dartmouth by Durfee’s Shakira Cadet headlines the Players of the Week

The junior increased her season point total to 10, thanks to a five-goal week that included a hat trick versus Rockport.

DeAndre Yedlin got some hang time while battling Saudi Arabia's Hattan Bahebri for an aerial ball.

united states 0, saudi arabia 0

US men’s soccer plays scoreless tie against Saudi Arabia, increasing concern ahead of World Cup

In its last seven games against World Cup-bound nations, the US has one win, three losses, and three ties, getting shut out six times.

While Mac Jones seeks a second opinion on ankle, Patriots express faith in Brian Hoyer

Red Sox need to win the offseason to avoid being a punch line again next year

Meet the latest additions to the Celtics’ 2022-23 training camp roster

Business

State Street hires new CEO for asset management arm

Stories you may have missed from the world of business.

JetBlue CEO first witness in US lawsuit against two airlines

Government lawyers used airline executives’ own words Tuesday in trying to persuade a federal judge to kill a partnership between American Airlines and JetBlue Airways.

MGB commits to multimillion dollar cost-cutting plan. Here’s what happens next

Wall Street remains unsteady after a painful stretch for investors

magazine

Homeowner/decorator Hanwen (Evan) Bai displays his father-in-law’s creations on walnut shelves in the living room of the South Boston condo he shares with his husband. “He prefers darker wood tones, so I decided on walnut early on,” Bai says.

Your Home | Small Spaces

A scientist with a newly launched decorating career creates calm in his condo

This week's daters: Rafael and Genevieve.

Dinner with Cupid

'She looked like she'd put in some effort, which made me nervous'

Boston Veg Food Fest will be held Saturday and Sunday.

YOUR WEEK AHEAD

Five things to do for fun in and around Boston, Sept. 26-Oct. 2

Tyrone Anthony Figueroa teaching at East Boston High School.

My Boston History

Now that I'm a teacher and coach, I know I've 'made it'

metro

Manuel Duran’s expected guilty plea will end a tragic chapter for Casa Nueva Vida, which was absorbed by another organization after the allegations against Duran surfaced last year and the state cut off funding.

Disgraced former head of homeless shelter to plead guilty to stealing from organization

IRA gunrunner: ‘I never trusted Whitey Bulger.’

Martha’s Vineyard High School’s Danielle Charbonneau named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year

sports

Noah Vonleh, who was born in Salem, is on the Celtics' training camp roster.

Meet the latest additions to the Celtics’ 2022-23 training camp roster

As much as possible, Joe Mazzulla will strive for continuity with Celtics

Game 154: Orioles at Red Sox lineups and notes

business

Rose Staram, owner and founder of RoseMark Productions.

Rose Staram has become a go-to events production person for Democratic campaigns

Meta removes Chinese effort to influence US elections

The Greater Boston housing market is cooling, but it’s no easier to buy a house

politics

Representative Jim McGovern, a Worcester Democrat, spoke at a hearing of the House Rules Committee, which he chairs, on Aug. 10.

Representative Jim McGovern’s mission to end hunger takes the spotlight at White House conference

Biden is hoping small changes go a long way on immigration

Jan. 6 committee postpones Wednesday hearing due to Hurricane Ian, panel announces

Nation

The US Capitol in Washington, D.C.

Manchin ends pipeline push, easing path for spending bill

Millions of Americans will save on Medicare fees next year

Capitol rioter a ‘one man wrecking ball,’ gets 7 year term

World

Fallen electricity lines, metal and tree branches littered a street after Hurricane Ian hit Pinar del Rio, Cuba, Tuesday.

Hurricane Ian strikes Cuba; Florida braces for Category 4 damage

Preordained vote to wrap up in Russia-held areas of Ukraine

Japan’s former leader Abe honored at divisive state funeral

opinion

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka and Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora.

With the Celtics and Udoka, it’s about brand

How I learned to stop worrying and love Hispanic Heritage Month

How remote work withers our social networks

lifestyle

Shakira.

Shakira ordered to stand trial for tax fraud in Spain

Art Walk Project puts public art on the map with free, self-guided tours

John Cena sets world record after granting 650 Make-A-Wish wishes

food & dining

From 2018 Veg Food Fest: Adam Bauman, the exhibitor, handing out samples of his botanical drinks for his company Bauman’s Best Botanicals.

The Boston Veg Food Fest returns this weekend with even more vendors

Lord Hobo to open new location in Somerville

Raising The Bar is ‘mixology without the alcohol’

travel

Frederik Mayet leans on a cross before heading to the stage for his impending crucifixion scene. Under his loincloth he wears a climbing belt, which will be used to attach him to the cross. Mayet is the first Jesus in his family, and it’s a big deal.

‘We must do this’: German village fulfills promise to God by staging Passion Play every 10 years

Robots, runs, and King Tut

Can I get a refund for these airline credits on Expedia?

Arts

Installation view, "A Touch Could Be The Spark, How Will I Recognize You?" Inkjet print series in "Sofía Córdova: Backed Up Into Dawn" at Tufts University Art Galleries, 2022.

Sofía Córdova eyes the other side of apocalypse

‘How could a piece of art possibly help the world?’ Warren commissions mural to further awareness of climate change.

The Hispanic history I carry with me: Rixy

Books

Amanda Darrow, director of youth, family and education programs at the Utah Pride Center, poses with books that have been the subject of complaints from parents in recent weeks on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.

Libraries face increased attempts to ban books

Joshua Bennett on reading ‘to pursue astonishment’

Two books on pandemic parenting

Movies

From "My Imaginary Country."

‘My Imaginary Country’: watching Chile’s present overcome its past

Steve Carell spotted out shopping in Chestnut Hill: ‘Dude loves malls’

Just Jaeckin, whose ‘Emmanuelle’ was a scandalous success, dies at 82

Television

Imelda Staunton portrays Queen Elizabeth II in the final two seasons of "The Crown."

Second to last season of ‘The Crown’ premieres Nov. 9

Steve Carell spotted out shopping in Chestnut Hill: ‘Dude loves malls’

This week’s TV: ‘SNL’ cast shrinks, Jan. 6 hearings resume, and a new ‘Interview with the Vampire’

music

Carly Rae Jepsen performs at Roadrunner.

At Roadrunner, Carly Rae Jepsen cuts to all the feelings

Nearly 50 years on, Guy Van Duser and Billy Novick are still swinging

Father John Misty re-energizes old favorites at Leader Bank Pavilion

Theater/Dance

Comedian Steve Sweeney

Steve Sweeney opens a cozy comedy club in Quincy

With a few clanks, ‘Ada and the Engine’ offers an eye-opening ride through computer history

For ‘Little Shop of Horrors,’ a not-so-little shot of hurrahs

globe local

Attendees of Hummingbird Books' first Local Author Book Fair mingle with authors at their tables Sept. 15.

‘Why not bring them all together?’ Newton bookstore hosts local authors

Archeologists dig into what’s buried on Burial Hill

Beach gathering will once again show Hull is No Place for Hate

Obituaries

FILE - President Bill Clinton talks with New Jersey Gov. Jim Florio, left, prior to making an address on his national service plan at the Lewis Brown Athletic Center on the campus of Rutgers University in Piscataway, N.J., on Monday, March 1, 1993. Florio, who narrowly lost his re-election bid in 1993 died Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. He was 85. His law partner Doug Steinhardt and current Gov. Phil Murphy confirmed Florio died in statements on Monday. (AP Photo/Marcy Nighswander, File)

Former NJ governor James Florio dies at 85

Egyptian cleric revered by Muslim Brotherhood dies at 96

Just Jaeckin, whose ‘Emmanuelle’ was a scandalous success, dies at 82