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A mix of riders, some wearing masks and others not, disembarked from a commuter rail train at South Station after a mask mandate was lifted last April.

How a flawed study reignited the mask debate

You may have thought the question of masking was settled, or at least that we had all agreed to disagree, but no such luck.

State and federal officials for the first time allow ropeless lobstering in areas closed to protect right whales
Lobstermen have been pleading for a way to fish in closed waters off the Massachusetts coast, and now they can if they use a new kind of fishing gear that aims to eliminate the threat to North Atlantic right whales.

Michael Delaney’s role as a lawyer in a notorious N.H. sexual assault case creates problems for his judicial nomination
The brewing controversy raises questions about whether one incident by a respected lawyer acting on behalf of a client should sink his nomination.

Former president Donald Trump, right, talked with Donald Trump Jr., center, and Tucker Carlson during the Bedminster Invitational LIV Golf tournament in Bedminster, N.J., July 31, 2022.

Tucker Carlson called Trump ‘a demonic force.’ Read text exchanges between Fox News employees about voter fraud.

The correspondence obtained by Dominion Voting Systems, which includes thousands of emails and text messages from Fox employees, are all part of the $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit it filed against the network.

‘It is going to be disruptive.’ MassHealth rolls set to shrink by 300,000, Healey estimates

Many will no longer qualify as the state “redetermines” MassHealth eligibility for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

Healey unveils first budget proposal, including plans for $1 billion in ‘millionaires tax’ revenue

Here are the highlights from Governor Maura Healey's first budget, a plan that reflects some of her early promises from the campaign trail.

Healey proposal could cover community college tuition for thousands of Mass. residents

Working On It

‘The Good Life’ apparently requires other people
Harvard researchers' new book reveals lessons learned from a very long study of what makes people happy.

Family of Robinson Lalin, man dragged to death by Red Line train, sues MBTA

Robinson Lalin’s death was one in a long series of grave safety issues on the MBTA that spurred the FTA to take an increased oversight role of the agency and conduct a nearly unprecedented federal safety inspection last year.

Mother sues Northampton over teen’s suicide after years of alleged bullying

“What you have here is a systematic failure on behalf of a school district to fulfill its obligation to students to protect their physical and mental well-being,” Laura Mangini, an attorney representing the girl’s family, said Tuesday.

Wrong way driver on Mass. Pike in Boston strikes several vehicles

NTSB to investigate near collision at Logan International Airport

Linus Ullmark left no doubt that he is the best goalie in the NHL right now with his performance in Calgary.

kevin paul dupont | on hockey

Dogged Bruins return from the West having asserted their superiority with a 4-0 trip

Sensational goaltending and a few clutch plays brought them that fourth win in Calgary — even on a night when they had no business winning.

Despite his résumé, Matt Patricia isn't getting much attention in the coaching market, though he did interview for Denver's defensive coordinator position.

ben volin | on football

Matt Patricia deserves better than what he has gotten from the Patriots

Not to defend the way he ran the offense, but Patricia was set up to fail by the Patriots, and they aren't doing much to break his fall.

My brother can’t stop joking around. How do I get him to have a serious conversation?

Plus, opening doors for others.

Opinion

All three of the state’s casinos admitted accepting bets on Massachusetts college teams.

Casinos violated a new state law on sports betting. Now what?

Massachusetts legalized gambling on sports, with the exception of local college teams. All three of the state’s casinos have accepted bets on local games anyway.

IDEAS | STEPHANIE BYTTEBIER

Where civic discourse is civil, too

IDEAS | ELIZABETH SVOBODA

Has creativity become an empty term?

KIMBERLY ATKINS STOHR

When it comes to student loan forgiveness, John Roberts borrows from GOP playbook

Richard Neal looks at T train factory with an eye on jobs and a chip on his shoulder

The Emancipator

Saving Black homes lost to tax inequity

For decades, the sale of tax debt and unfair property assessments have disproportionately caused Black Americans to lose their homes across the United States. A Chicago program is helping some Black families keep their homes, but its leaders say structural change is needed.

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photo illustration of David Sabatini. photo by Jonathan Wiggs /Globe Staff

Spotlight Report: Fate and the fallen star

Boston, MA—12/14/2022 - Commuters wait for the T to arrive at Ruggles Station. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff)

Boston doesn’t work if the T doesn’t work

Members of the 2001 Patriots team that won the franchise’s first title.

Darkness on the edge of the Patriots dynasty

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Gary Washburn | on basketball

After Knicks debacle, Celtics respond admirably by conquering Cavaliers
Wednesday night was a prime example of how well the Celtics can play against a quality opponent when they’re focused.

Resurgent Jayson Tatum drops 41 points as Celtics survive another scare from the Cavaliers

Bernie’s on a very capitalist tour against capitalism and his fans couldn’t be happier
Fans who came out to see Senator Bernie Sanders rail against capitalism on Wednesday night weren't happy about having to buy their tickets through Ticketmaster, but they didn't fault their hero for operating within a system they see as unfair, either.

The bald eagle found poisoned in Arlington cemetery has died, officials say
The eagle had been in critical condition for several days when she suddenly hemorrhaged and began to bleed internally, officials said.

Former Everett schools superintendent is released from jail early
Frederick Foresteire served 19 days of a 90-day sentence for indecent assault and battery on three women and was released after a judge ruled that the 79-year-old was sickly and did not pose a flight risk.

Odie Henderson Review | ★★★1/2

‘The Quiet Girl’ is a meditation on loneliness and the power of love
Nominated for the best international feature Oscar, writer-director Colm Bairéad’s Irish-language film is as beautiful as it is devastating.

Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge announces it will close its doors at the end of March
For years, it’s been a cozy neighborhood haunt where you could grab a beer and check out a new band. But soon, Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge will close its doors for the last time.

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An alleged drug trafficker, a detective trying to take him down, and the woman caught in the middle

With a massive investigation at stake, her allegations have sent shockwaves through New Bedford’s police department, courthouses, and jail cells.

ANALYSIS | James Pindell

It might not be obvious, but Ron DeSantis just soft launched his 2024 presidential campaign
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis hasn’t filed paperwork or declared his candidacy yet, but he’s walking and talking like someone running for president.

This Maine beach named one of the 10 best in the US, according to new rankings
It’s the only beach in New England to make the top 10 — or for that matter, the top 25, according to the 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best list from Needham-based Tripadvisor.

PERSPECTIVE

The thing that could finally get us to eat less meat is — meat
We’ll never give up factory farming unless we have better options. Thanks to technology, we might soon have them.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Isabelle Higgins, “October 1, 2021,” 2023. The oil on canvas is part of the exhibition "Between You and Me" at LaMontagne Gallery, Boston.

‘Between You and Me’ is a portrait of two portraitists

Regan Sims (foreground) rehearses a scene from “K-I-S-S-I-N-G” with Patrese D. McClain at the Calderwood Pavilion.

In playwright Lenelle Moïse’s ‘K-I-S-S-I-N-G,’ a portrait of the artist as a young woman

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Fran Lebowitz’s withering view of humankind is kvetched in stone

Roasted Cabbage with Crispy Crumbs

Is cabbage the new cauliflower (which was the new Brussels sprouts)?

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Two Weeks in America

We sent a dozen journalists on the road across this complex country. They found it’s better than you think.

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Welcome Back to Boston

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

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

The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

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A Beautiful Resistance

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

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

This trip also left me with more insights on how to revitalize the US manufacturing base.

How US can keep the peace between Taiwan and China

Wei Huang applies the final press on Army dress pants in the factory in Lawrence.

IDEAS | JOAN VENNOCHI

Threading the needle to keep clothing manufacturing alive in Massachusetts

Outgoing president Gerald Ford (right) reached to shake hands with President Jimmy Carter (left) at the Capitol in Washington on Jan. 20, 1977 after Carter took the oath of office. Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger (center left) administered the oath of office and first lady Rosalynn Carter (center right) are also pictured.

I opposed Jimmy Carter, but I praise him

If there is one thing about herself that Nikki Haley has constantly emphasized, it is her pride in being the daughter of Ajit and Raj Randhawa, who emigrated from India in the 1960s.

Let Nikki be Nikki

Charlestown High School is one school in the Boston Public School system.

Last year’s BPS agreement with the state begins to bear fruit

IDEAS | KAT ROSENFIELD

The illusion of a frictionless existence

Metro

‘It’s about trying to honor who they are’: The philosophy of singer and storyteller Bill Harley

Known for his work with kids and families, the Rhode Island Music Hall of Famer talks about finding his voice, and recent work for his grown-up audience.

The role of teachers? ‘To empower students to recognize that the world needs their talents.’

On the Rhode Island Report podcast, award-winning Central Falls science teacher David Upegui talks about why left the Ivy League to teach at the high school he attended.

How a flawed study reignited the mask debate

You may have thought the question of masking was settled, or at least that we had all agreed to disagree, but no such luck.

NTSB to investigate near collision at Logan International Airport

The LearJet was taking off and JetBlue Flight 206 was preparing to land when the incident occurred a little before 7 p.m. Monday, according to flight officials.

Sports

Al Horford (right) and Jayson Tatum combined for 10 3-pointers and 64 points.

Gary Washburn | on basketball

After Knicks debacle, Celtics respond admirably by conquering Cavaliers

Wednesday night was a prime example of how well the Celtics can play against a quality opponent when they’re focused.

Hopkinton senior Sean Golembiewski took center stage after winning the MSTCA boys' pentathlon at the Reggie Lewis Center.

MSTCA BOYS' PENTATHLON

Hopkinton’s Sean Golembiewski has a grand time winning the MSTCA boys’ pentathlon state title; St. John’s Prep captures team title

The senior, a hurdler and high jumper by trade, submitted a sterling effort in his second ever attempt at the 1,000-meter run (2 minutes, 47.31 seconds) to put him over the top in Wednesday's meet at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center.

A first-year varsity starter, Braintree goalie Ryan Cochrane (30) and his teammates celebrated a Division 1 first-round win over Bay State Conference rival Weymouth at Zapustas Arena.

BOYS' HOCKEY: BRAINTREE 1, WEYMOUTH 0

From third string to starter, Ryan Cochrane in command as Braintree boys’ hockey blanks rival Weymouth in Division 1 opener

In front of a crowd of 987 at Zapustas Arena, Cochrane tallied a 17-save shutout and senior Charlie DiMartino tapped in a back-door pass from junior defensemen Joe Joyce with just over three minutes to play for the victory.

Celtics 117, Cavaliers 113

Resurgent Jayson Tatum drops 41 points as Celtics survive another scare from the Cavaliers

PGA Tour moves toward elite field with no cuts amid several changes for 2024

ACC TOURNAMENT | BC 62, GEORGIA TECH 57

Dontavia Waggoner returns from nine-game absence to spark Boston College women’s basketball to ACC Tournament win

Business

Biden administration releases new cybersecurity strategy

The US government plans to expand minimum cybersecurity requirements for critical sectors and be faster and more aggressive in preventing cyberattacks before they occur

Europe inflation eases slightly as consumer pain persists

Inflation has eased only slightly in the 20 countries that use the euro currency as the pain from higher costs for food and fuel persists.

Starbucks violated worker rights in union fight, labor judge says

Former Patriots assistant Brian Flores can make his case to a jury, instead of arbitration, a federal judge rules

magazine

Pigs on a farm in Illinois.

The thing that could finally get us to eat less meat is — meat

Her boyfriend doesn’t want her to have any male friends

Cod With Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, and Capers.

Three recipes that add exciting flavors to cod

Utopia Seaport Festival will be at the Flynn Cruiseport Terminal in South Boston from Thursday to Sunday.

YOUR WEEK AHEAD

Five things to do for fun in and around Boston, Feb. 27-March 5

metro

Governor Maura Healey was surrounded by Cabinet members as she announced the budget proposal Wednesday.

Healey unveils first budget proposal, including plans for $1 billion in ‘millionaires tax’ revenue

Why is there an Adderall shortage in New England?

Former Everett schools superintendent is released from jail early

sports

Northeastern's Peyton Anderson (91) celebrates with Taze Thompson after scoring less than a minute into the game, the first of her two goals against Boston College in the Hockey East semifinals.

With two goals from Peyton Anderson, Northeastern women’s hockey downs Boston College, skates into seventh straight Hockey East title game

Marblehead’s Baxter Jennings and Cate Honos race to MIAA Alpine titles, and St. John’s Prep makes a repeat run for team championship

Former Patriots assistant Brian Flores can make his case to a jury, instead of arbitration, a federal judge rules

business

Delta pilots approve new contract with hefty raises

Healey unveils first budget proposal, including plans for $1 billion in ‘millionaires tax’ revenue

Why is there an Adderall shortage in New England?

politics

President Biden.

Biden administration releases new cybersecurity strategy

Obama praises woman behind ‘Fired up’ chant as she retires

Bernie’s on a very capitalist tour against capitalism and his fans couldn’t be happier

Nation

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with the crew capsule Endeavour lifts off from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla., on March 2.

SpaceX launches US, Russia, UAE astronauts to space station

Engagement vs entertainment: Murdaugh draws mass attention

Trump cowboy found not guilty of campaign finance charge

World

The Russian flag is painted on the stone where the Little Mermaid sits on, after the sculpture was vandalized, in Copenhagen, Denmark, on March 2.

Statue of Little Mermaid in Denmark vandalized again

Over 26,000 evacuated as floods hit Malaysia again; 1 dead

US approves selling Taiwan munitions worth $619 million

opinion

If there is one thing about herself that Nikki Haley has constantly emphasized, it is her pride in being the daughter of Ajit and Raj Randhawa, who emigrated from India in the 1960s.

Let Nikki be Nikki

On second thought, maybe Roe wasn’t so great for abortion rights

John Kerry has a planet to save

lifestyle

Helena Wurzel’s “Snapshots” exhibit is featured at the Praise Shadows Art Gallery in Brookline until March 19. She stands in front of “Walk and Talk," 2021.

Intimate moments of self-reflection in seemingly ordinary spaces in Helena Wurzel’s solo exhibition

Why ‘Massachusetts’ is misspelled on some new signs in Washington, D.C.

He doesn’t have time for me

food & dining

Owners Ryan Magee (left) and Patrick Magee pose for a photo at Atwood's Tavern in Cambridge in 2016. The Cambridge restaurant and live music venue will close March 31, 2023.

Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge announces it will close its doors at the end of March

Amid the shelves of his new store, an Afghan interpreter has a message for Congress and President Biden

Redefining Irish pub fare at the Dubliner

travel

Here's what to put in your carry-on bag to make for a more peaceful trip.

What you need to pack in the ultimate carry-on bag

Four New England inns for cross-country skiers

A weekend of love and pampering in Jackson, N.H.

Arts

Vadym Belikov, "Launch of S-300 missiles from the territory of Belgorod (Russia) towards Kharkiv (Ukraine). . . ." 2022

At the MFA, a small photography show leaves a big impression

Intimate moments of self-reflection in seemingly ordinary spaces in Helena Wurzel’s solo exhibition

DeCordova announces suspension of indoor exhibitions for up to three years

Books

Nick Offerman in a scene from “The Last of Us.”

‘The Good Life’ apparently requires other people

Bellingham author and illustrator works with Matthew McConaughey on new children’s book

Publisher to release ‘classic’ Roald Dahl books after backlash

Movies

Catherine Clinch as Cáit in a scene from “The Quiet Girl,” written and directed by Colm Bairéad.

‘The Quiet Girl’ is a meditation on loneliness and the power of love

‘Creed III’ pulls no punches

Gordon Pinsent, award-winning Canadian actor, dies at 92

Television

Matthew Rhys in "Perry Mason," which returns for season 2 on HBO March 6.

Some returning series are returning very soon

Production design worth mooning over in ‘Hello Tomorrow!’

Berklee student scores golden ticket at ‘American Idol’ audition

music

Owners Ryan Magee (left) and Patrick Magee pose for a photo at Atwood's Tavern in Cambridge in 2016. The Cambridge restaurant and live music venue will close March 31, 2023.

Atwood’s Tavern in Cambridge announces it will close its doors at the end of March

SZA makes a strong connection at the TD Garden

With a Tania León commission and ‘Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk,’ Boston Symphony Orchestra teases 2023-24 season

Theater/Dance

"Girl from the North Country" will play Boston in 2024.

Broadway In Boston announces 2023-24 season

Hoops and history converge in Lyric Stage’s ‘The Great Leap’

Fran Lebowitz’s withering view of humankind is kvetched in stone

globe local

Lynne Viti, Westwood’s first poet laureate, whose latest poetry collection called “The Walk to Cefalu” came out in September.

Viti has big plans as town’s first poet laureate

Milton asks governor to stop demolition of stairs at MBTA station

Where all dogs (and cats, rabbits, and birds) go to heaven

Obituaries

Ms. Kasabian, speaking at a news conference held at end of her 18 days on stand as a prosecution witness in the Manson Family murder trials in Los Angeles in 1970.

Linda Kasabian, Manson Family member and key trial witness, dies at 73

Gleb Pavlovsky, Putin image adviser who became harsh critic, dies at 71

Bob Richards, 97, pole-vaulting star who landed on Wheaties box, dies