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Supreme Court clears way for Jan. 6 committee to get records from Arizona Republican leader

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the Capitol to get phone records belonging to the leader of the Arizona Republican Party.
Pence escalates criticism of Trump’s Jan. 6 actions, calling him ‘reckless’

Suspect in University of Virginia shooting that left three dead taken into custody

The suspect in the shooting that killed three members of the university's football team was taken into custody more than 13 hours after he allegedly gunned down fellow students in a bus as they returned from a school field trip, authorities said.

Biden discusses Taiwan with Xi in effort to avoid ‘conflict’

The nearly three hour sit-down came at a critical juncture for the two countries amid increasing economic and security tensions.

Amazon is said to plan to lay off thousands of employees

The cuts will focus on Amazon’s devices organization, including the voice-assistant Alexa, as well as at its retail division and in human resources.
Jeff Bezos says he will give away most of his fortune

Markey tangles with Musk over Twitter
In the latest twist in the saga of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, a Washington Post reporter created, with Markey’s permission, a fake profile for the senator that the troubled social media site then verified under new rules introduced by Musk.

As recreational marijuana prices plummet in Massachusetts, medical sales slump
Consumers aren't complaining, but state data suggest the state's cannabis sector is stumbling.

Why Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen could get burned in the FTX crypto collapse

With the collapse of crypto exchange FTX sending shockwaves through the digital currency market, analysts are wondering how the company’s bankruptcy filing will affect its former celebrity ambassadors, a glitzy roster that included Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen, and NBA star Steph Curry.
2022 Midterm elections

Track live results of the House races that remain uncalled

While control of the Senate has been settled, the House is still up for grabs. Here’s a closer look at some of the most competitive districts — the ones that are likeliest to decide control of the House.
Congress faces leaders in flux, big to-do list post-election Democrats’ Senate victory hands Biden a critical guardrail against the GOP

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203

GOP

212

U.S. House

218 seats for the majority

Dem

203(-8)

GOP

212(+7)

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0(+0)

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Right-leaning nonprofit increasingly targets Mass. teaching of gender, race, and sex education
“I’ve never seen anything like this before in all my years here,” said Wellesley School Superintendent David Lussier. “They try to go after superintendents and get people fired.”

MATTHEW GILBERT | YOUR TV GPS

This week’s TV: ‘The Crown’ and the truth, Jesse Eisenberg as ‘Fleishman,’ and the end of ‘Dead to Me’

I’m tired of hearing about how “The Crown” isn’t accurate. It’s historical fiction, like so many of our beloved royal dramas — and the same could be said of Shakespeare's plays.
Dave Epstein | Forecast

Bundle up, the cold has finally arrived. And it may bring a few snowflakes midweek.

As the first November nor’easter approaches, it may bring enough cold air that inland areas could see some wet snowflakes.

Moon rocket launch looms as NASA evaluates hurricane damage

NASA started the countdown Monday for this week’s planned liftoff of its new moon rocket, although hurricane damage could cause yet another delay for the test flight.

How Keurig made its coffee machines smarter

Keurig turned its popular coffeemaker into a “smart” device, powered by artificial intelligence, that can offer personalized recommendations using the data it collects on a user’s brewing habits.
Opinion
IDEAS | MILES TAYLOR

The midterms and Trump’s return show why we need a third party

I was a lifelong Republican, but I see now that the GOP can’t be saved. So I am helping to start a new party.
EDITORIAL

Hospitals are short of workers and crowded ERs are a symptom of the crisis
Ro Khanna

Up next for Democrats: Regaining trust on the economy
Tanzina Vega

Musk is taking away people’s power with Twitter
D. Stephen Voss

Don’t be surprised by red-state Kentucky’s rejection of abortion amendment
The Emancipator

Under my skin

This Veterans Day, J. Michael Martinez writes about how the U.S. treats its veterans and anybody caught in the crossfire of its wars. Born with a skin defect inherited from his father, Martinez tells his story about Agent Orange and its generational effects.
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Special reports

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.
Part 2: A crisis of conscience, with lives on the line Timeline: What the public didn't know about Dr. Yvon Baribeau
Globe Magazine

The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts 2022

The Women’s Edge and Globe Magazine celebrate the state’s leading companies and nonprofits run by women.
See the full Women & Power issue from Globe Magazine

Celebrating 150 years of The Boston Globe

We’re marking the Globe’s 150th year with a look back through 15 decades of coverage. Explore 150 of the most significant front pages, revisit classic sports moments, try a crossword from 1917, and more.
44 indelible images from more than a century of Boston Globe photography Play this Boston Globe crossword puzzle from 1917

More recent News

Zelensky calls liberation of Kherson ‘beginning of the end’

The retaking of Kherson was one of Ukraine’s biggest successes in the nearly 9-month-old war, dealing another stinging blow to the Kremlin. It could serve as a springboard for more advances into occupied territory.
CIA director warns Russian spy chief against deploying nukes

Police investigate smash-and-grab burglary at Newton jewelry store

At least three suspects were involved in a break-in early Sunday morning at New England Diamond and Jewelry Buyers on Washington Street in Newton, according to police.

How a tweak to a popular rental voucher program is reshaping where people live in Boston

Three years ago, Boston asked the feds to make rental vouchers worth more in pricier neighborhoods, and the results have been striking.

What’s the future of downtown Providence? It’s a mixed bag.
The city looks different, post-pandemic, as commercial landlords find that in some places, “revitalization” may mean “residential space” rather than “return to office.”

World Anti-Doping Agency seeks four-year ban for Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva
WADA also wants Valieva to be disqualified from all competitions since December 2021, including losing the gold medal she won in the team event at the Beijing Olympics in February.

Patriots defensive coaches Jerod Mayo and Steve Belichick have connected — on just about everything
Their friendship was forged during Mayo’s playing days, but the closeness was borne out of hours watching film.

Recommended reads

She was a celebrated oncologist. Why did she hide her breast cancer until it was too late?

Jane Weeks was a doctor at Boston's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, who was dying of the disease. She didn't tell her husband, but when he found out, she demanded that he keep it a secret.

Kendall Square remains a work in progress. Here’s what’s under construction
The pace of work in Cambridge’s Kendall Square will accelerate in 2024, when MIT starts to demolish and reshape what’s called the Volpe Center, a 14-acre site between Broadway and Binney Street.

HOLIDAY ARTS PREVIEW
10 TV specials for the holidays, including Ralphie, Dolly, the Waltons, and more
The Guardians of the Galaxy, an animated "Christmas Carol," and a Will Ferrell/Ryan Reynolds comedy are also here for the holidays.

CHRISTOPHER MUTHER
I traveled 1,600 miles on an Amtrak sleeper train. After 36 hours on board, here’s the verdict.
I endured two stale empanadas and one tiny bar of soap for a lot of stunning views. Were they worth it?

Culture & Lifestyle

Artists at Humphreys Street Studios secure their space

The 10th Boston International Kids Film Festival spotlights local stories

STL GLD expands its sound and vision with ‘Rock Boyega’

Special Projects

Welcome Back to Boston

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

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.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

EDITORIAL

Hope for democracy, in the concession speeches given by some Trump-backed candidates
IDEAS | STEPHEN KINZER

A startling split in the Iranian American community
Elissa Ely

About those political yard signs …

EDITORIAL

A warning for lawmakers in Question 1′s narrow win
JEFF JACOBY

DeSantis is an improvement over Trump, but the GOP can do better
IDEAS | MARY ZIEGLER

The abortion rights movement may be regaining the upper hand

Metro

Why Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen could get burned in the FTX crypto collapse

With the collapse of crypto exchange FTX sending shockwaves through the digital currency market, analysts are wondering how the company’s bankruptcy filing will affect its former celebrity ambassadors, a glitzy roster that included Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen, and NBA star Steph Curry.
RI SPORTS

Rhode Island’s new soccer team is Rhode Island FC

The USL Championship soccer team will not look up to a franchise in Boston, the developer said. It’s set to kick off in 2024.
RI HEALTH

R.I. residents struggle to meet basic needs, new Blue Cross Blue Shield index shows

Indicators related to affordable housing, childcare, education, jobs, medical care, access to food, and other basic needs all trended downward in the The Rhode Island Life Index 2022, published on Monday by BCBSRI and the Brown University School of Public Health.
RHODE MAP

How five below-the-radar ballot questions went last week

The Providence elected school board, school regionalization in Newport/Middletown, lifting term limits in Warren, and more.

Sports

Patriots

Bill Belichick cited a Bills-Vikings controversy to explain why he favors an NFL rule change

The Patriots coach would like to see teams be able to challenge plays in the final two minutes of a half if the officials do not stop play.
MIAA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS

Road to Gillette: Friday and Saturday sites and times set for 16 MIAA football semifinals

In Division 1, Central Catholic-St. John's Prep (Cawley Stadium) and Methuen-Springfield Central (Shrewsbury) lined up for Friday night, along with Bishop Feehan-King Philip in D2.

Why Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen could get burned in the FTX crypto collapse

With the collapse of crypto exchange FTX sending shockwaves through the digital currency market, analysts are wondering how the company’s bankruptcy filing will affect its former celebrity ambassadors, a glitzy roster that included Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen, and NBA star Steph Curry.
RI SPORTS

Rhode Island’s new soccer team is Rhode Island FC

World Anti-Doping Agency seeks four-year ban for Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva
Patriots

Patriots defensive coaches Jerod Mayo and Steve Belichick have connected — on just about everything

Business

Amazon is said to plan to lay off thousands of employees

The cuts will focus on Amazon’s devices organization, including the voice-assistant Alexa, as well as at its retail division and in human resources.

Why Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen could get burned in the FTX crypto collapse

With the collapse of crypto exchange FTX sending shockwaves through the digital currency market, analysts are wondering how the company’s bankruptcy filing will affect its former celebrity ambassadors, a glitzy roster that included Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen, and NBA star Steph Curry.

Jeff Bezos says he will give away most of his fortune

FTX fiasco sparks billions of dollars of outflows from crypto exchanges
magazine
Globe 150

44 indelible images from more than a century of Boston Globe photography
PERSPECTIVE

How I outraged friends and family: By not having a smartphone
Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘I was a tad sleepy. I’m not used to being out on a Sunday evening.’
COOKING

Recipes: Crispy Sichuan-chili chicken and two more sweet and savory meals

metro

Bundle up, the cold has finally arrived. And it may bring a few snowflakes midweek.

Right-leaning nonprofit increasingly targets Mass. teaching of gender, race, and sex education

Omakase, anyone? In Providence, 16 courses of chef’s choice sushi

sports

Christian McCaffrey’s TD, stout defense lead 49ers past shorthanded Chargers

Rare goal from Tomas Nosek seals the Bruins’ record-setting victory

Wellesley girls win third consecutive MIAA Division 2 swimming title

business

How Keurig made its coffee machines smarter

Historic preservation in Providence has negatively impacted some neighborhoods in the past. One organization is trying to change that.

Musk touches on Twitter criticism, workload at G-20 forum

politics

Biden discusses Taiwan with Xi in effort to avoid ‘conflict’

Supreme Court clears way for Jan. 6 committee to get records from Arizona Republican leader

Track live results of the House races that remain uncalled

Nation

Suspect in University of Virginia shooting that left three dead taken into custody

Moon rocket launch looms as NASA evaluates hurricane damage

Why Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen could get burned in the FTX crypto collapse

World

CIA director warns Russian spy chief against deploying nukes

Indonesian officials: Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov taken to hospital

Turkey detains Syrian suspect in bombing that killed 6

opinion

DeSantis is an improvement over Trump, but the GOP can do better

How can hospitals turn away sick children?

GOP feels the Trump effect, and it smarts

lifestyle

‘It’s a Date!’ skips the small talk, goes straight for the funny business

Everyone is getting married and having kids, and I’m lonely

Cold comfort: Here’s what parents should do about RSV, flu, and COVID, too

food & dining

Omakase, anyone? In Providence, 16 courses of chef’s choice sushi

Pescador opens in Kenmore Square; Sub Rosa slides into the South End

Recipes: Crispy Sichuan-chili chicken and two more sweet and savory meals

travel

Lights in Maine, festivities in the Berkshires, and luxury lodges in Botswana

These are the top travel-inspired baby names

Get sporty at these local halls of fame

Arts

For World War II veterans, a R.I. museum that honors and preserves their memories

A ‘Solstice’ for the senses at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge

Art from Microsoft founder Paul Allen sells for $1.5 billion

Books

In Russell Banks’s new novel, ‘The Magic Kingdom,’ an aged exile details the darker side of utopia

Kerri K. Greenidge’s ‘The Grimkes’ examines slavery’s enduring family legacy

Alejandro Varela on becoming a serious reader

Movies

In ‘Is That Black Enough for You?!?,’ history lesson meets film criticism

Black enough for me: Two critics discuss ‘Is That Black Enough for You?!?’

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ mourns its fallen hero

Television

This week’s TV: ‘The Crown’ and the truth, Jesse Eisenberg as ‘Fleishman,’ and the end of ‘Dead to Me’

Dave Chappelle offers advice to Ye in ‘Saturday Night Live’ monologue

Cast members move on quickly from ‘This Is Us’

music

Jonathan Cohen is the Handel and Haydn Society’s new artistic director

10 holiday classical concerts, from dueling ‘Messiahs’ to a Moravian Christmas

10 concerts that will add some pop to the season

Theater/Dance

Boston Dance Theater completes ‘The Carol Kaye Project’

The holidays’ most festive dance performances include 7 different Nutcrackers

For theatergoers, 10 holiday shows to celebrate the season

globe local

Double your pleasure

How many people could say they lived the life they dreamed?

Hingham voters say yes to funding two major projects

Obituaries

Brian O’Doherty, art critic and (conceptual) art creator, dies at 94

Mimi Parker, moody alt-rock vocalist, is dead at 55

Gallagher, watermelon-smashing comedian, is dead at 76