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As Vivek Ramaswamy takes center stage, so do his views on racism

Doubting the lasting effects of racism in America has been at the core of Ramaswamy’s pitch since his 2021 book decrying “wokeism” made him a conservative media darling.
Opinion: Why Vivek Ramaswamy is catching on in New Hampshire and beyond

White 14-year-old held in juvenile detention on charges he called Black teen racial slur, tried to drown him

The defendant, identified as John Sheeran of Chatham in a police report obtained by the Globe, was found dangerous and held without bail by a Barnstable Juvenile Court judge at his arraignment on charges of attempted murder and assault with a dangerous weapon, officials said.

COVID-19 levels are on the rise again in Mass. Here’s what to know.
As summer slides into fall and children around the state return to school, the uptick in COVID-19 that began in July is continuing, with hospitalizations now at a five-month high.

Proud Boys leader Ethan Nordean gets 18 years in prison, tying for longest sentence in Jan. 6 attack

A one-time leader in the Proud Boys far-right extremist group has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 riot at the US Capitol, tying the record for the longest sentence in the attack.

Brockton School Committee calls for investigation following surprise $14 million deficit

The board also appointed Deputy Superintendent of Operations James Cobbs as the district’s acting superintendent as the district’s current leader remains on extended medical leave..

State asks UMass Memorial to delay closure of Leominster hospital’s maternity unit

DeSantis won’t meet with Biden during president’s trip to survey Idalia damage

‘I’ll always keep it’: A look at the objects that remind roaming college students of home

From a Kirby toy to sea glass and a inspirational skateboard deck, five college students moving into new apartments showed us the objects they brought along to remind them of home.

Joe Montana doesn’t believe that Tom Brady is the best quarterback in NFL history

Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana — largely considered the greatest QB in history before Brady’s ascension — tabbed another signal caller as the best football has seen. Can you guess who?

This Maine inn ranked 4th-best bed and breakfast in the US, according to USA Today

Looking to get away at a bed and breakfast in New England? This Maine inn was ranked among the top 10 in the country for its “charm and heartfelt hospitality” by USA Today readers.
Opinion
MARCELA GARCÍA

‘Blue Beetle’s’ Latino superpower

Although it has its share of Hispanic stereotypes, “Blue Beetle” also contains a meaningful layer that will resonate with some Latinos.
EDITORIAL

Enrique Pepén for City Council in District 5

Alex Beam

We can’t miss you if you won’t go away
IDEAS | Jacqueline Grennon Brooks

Saying goodbye to ideas that no longer work
NEWSLETTERS

An epidemic of American gun violence viewed from abroad

News you can use

The Old Farmer’s Almanac is forecasting a snowy winter in New England
The forecast for a snowy winter is similar to the prediction offered by its rival publication, Farmers’ Almanac, which is also forecasting lots of wintry precipitation and snowstorms.

The Sumner Tunnel has finally reopened. Here’s what you need to know.
After a two-month closure that shut down a main route from Logan International Airport for critical repairs, the Sumner Tunnel reopened Friday.

Fun things to do Labor Day weekend in and around Boston
Classic suggestions for soaking up the last bits of summer in style.

More recent News

Former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed, whose son was killed in crash with Princess Diana, dies at 94
Mr. Al Fayed, a self-made Egyptian businessman who also once owned the Fulham Football Club, was devastated by the death of son Dodi Fayed in the car crash in Paris with Princess Diana 26 years ago.

Dog killed in Hopkinton, as officials again warn of coyote attacks
Hopkinton residents are being advised to use caution while on the Whisper Way, Yellow, and Red Trails in town after a coyote killed a woman’s dog while they were out for a walk Thursday afternoon, police said, in the latest coyote attack on a pet or person in populated portions of Eastern Massachusetts.

Ta’Kiya Young’s family urges officer’s arrest after video shows him killing the pregnant Black woman
Ta'Kiya Young, a 21-year-old from Columbus, was pronounced dead shortly after the Aug. 24 shooting outside a grocery store in the suburb of Blendon Township. Her unborn daughter did not survive.

Everett woman charged in connection with Medford hit-and-run that injured motorcyclist

Lovaine Jeanty was charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, leaving the scene of a crash involving personal injury, leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage, and reckless operation of a motor vehicle, police said.

Jack Teixeira, Air National Guardsman accused of leaking top secret information, loses appeal of detention order

In a 16-page ruling, US District Judge Indira Talwani refused to overturn an order requiring Teixeria to remain in jail while awaiting trial on espionage charges.

Travelers hoping to enjoy one last summer fling over Labor Day weekend should expect lots of company

The Federal Aviation Administration predicts that this will be the third busiest holiday weekend of the year so far, behind only the Juneteenth weekend, which included Father's Day, and the Presidents Day break.

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Some Medford students hacked CharlieCards. Then they told the MBTA how they did it.

Four high schoolers found a way to boost the cash value of any CharlieCard without paying a dime, using either a homemade electronic “vending machine” or a custom app running on a standard Android smartphone.

In Roxbury, historic duplex offers chance to amplify Boston’s slavery ties
Anyone unfamiliar with the history of 42-44 Shirley may grimace at the aging structure, but historians see the dilapidated house as a prime candidate for community investment.

Squint and you’ll see Quint: Ian Shaw channels his dad in the ‘Jaws’-inspired ‘The Shark Is Broken’
In the play he wrote based on a real-life episode during the filming of “Jaws,” Shaw portrays his father, actor Robert Shaw, who was unforgettable as the film’s grizzled shark hunter.

PARENTING UNFILTERED
A wish list for newly minted parents of teens
Here’s what I wish for me — and for all of us who are watching our little kids turn into bigger ones.

Culture & Lifestyle

A look at design through a feminist lens; a children’s tale by the booksellers at I AM Books; Salem Literary Festival opens this week

Author readings around Boston Sept. 3-9

If you like ‘Suits,’ then try these shows on for size

Why is this 12-foot-tall puppet coming to Boston?

Special Projects

Boston thrives off the dreams of young people. But can they make it here?

Baby boomers and Gen Xers benefited from economic conditions that do not exist for millennials. And by many measures, the path ahead for Gen Z is even more fraught.

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

With the MBTA engulfed by issues, everyday riders are feeling the pain.

How the missing become the uncounted

Inside the government’s flawed approach to finding missing persons.

Two Weeks in America

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

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

IDEAS | TOM JOUDREY

In 1909, E.M. Forster foresaw the real threat from AI
SCOT LEHIGH

What you can do about climate change. Readers have suggestions.
EDITORIAL

Council allegations highlight need for anti-bullying rules
Carlo Ratti and Michael Baick

What do Barbie Land and Los Alamos have in common?
JOAN VENNOCHI

A troubling reality for the GOP: No middle ground on abortion

IDEAS | OMER AZIZ

My farewell love letter to Boston

Metro

Dog killed in Hopkinton, as officials again warn of coyote attacks

Hopkinton residents are being advised to use caution while on the Whisper Way, Yellow, and Red Trails in town after a coyote killed a woman’s dog while they were out for a walk Thursday afternoon, police said, in the latest coyote attack on a pet or person in populated portions of Eastern Massachusetts.

In daring, daylong rescue, crews reach stranded hikers on Mount Katahdin in Maine

First responders who joined the daring rescue of six hikers on Mount Katahdin in Maine last weekend had to contend with 30 mph winds and plummeting temperatures during an operation that lasted 21 hours, according to a nonprofit rescue group that helped bring the trapped hikers to safety.

Brockton School Committee calls for investigation following surprise $14 million deficit

The board also appointed Deputy Superintendent of Operations James Cobbs as the district’s acting superintendent as the district’s current leader remains on extended medical leave..

At the Crane Estate in Ipswich, a dancing ban by the stage leaves revelers divided

When the Trustees of Reservations announced the dance ban in late July, just after a Beatles cover band performance, they pointed to rowdy behavior as part of the decision.

Sports

LIBERTY 89, SUN 58

Connecticut Sun routed by New York Liberty, now locked into No. 3 seed for playoffs

Tiffany Hayes scored 11 points to lead the Sun, who had won four of five coming into the game with the lone loss coming against the Liberty on Aug. 24.
ROYALS 13, RED SOX 2

Red Sox’ losing streak at five after drubbing at hands of Royals, one of the ugliest losses in franchise history

James Paxton got a road trip off to a bad start for the Red Sox, allowing six runs in 1⅓ innings. It was the worst start of Paxton’s career, the first time he had lasted fewer than two innings while allowing so many earned runs.
GUARDIANS 3, RAYS 2

Bo Naylor’s big seventh-inning hit pushes Guardians past Rays

Naylor doubled to bring home the go-ahead run for Cleveland. Tampa Bay remains firmly in control of the top wild-card spot in the American League.
MLB

Jasson Domínguez youngest Yankee to homer in first career game, and he does it against Justin Verlander
RED SOX NOTEBOOK

No matter how crowded Red Sox’ outfield gets, red-hot Adam Duvall will remain in play
High school cross-country runners to watch

Here are the boys’ and girl’s cross-country runners to watch in 2023

Business

S&P 500 loses its sole black female CEO with Walgreens departure

The drugstore chain said Friday that Rosalind Brewer departed by mutual agreement, and the move took effect Thursday.

This Boston company is rethinking the way digital tickets are sold

True Tickets is helping event organizers keep better track of the identity of their ticket buyers and prevent scammers from selling fraudulent tickets.
RI FOOD & DINING

Giant ‘stuffies’ are part of a new R.I. tourism campaign. Locals aren’t the biggest fans.

Student loan payments are due again. Here are 5 things to know.
magazine
Globe Magazine

He's the youngest soccer player ever signed by the Revolution
MISS CONDUCT

How do you get people to leash their dogs in places where it’s required?
Globe Magazine

Smugglers dumped drugs off the coast. Struggling Maine fishermen saw a jackpot.
Globe Magazine

He was caught trying to scam a COVID fund. Then he vanished.

metro

State asks UMass Memorial to delay closure of Leominster hospital’s maternity unit

EEE found in Mass. for first time since 2020, just ahead of Labor Day weekend

Three factors at play in Tuesday’s R.I. congressional primary

sports

Central Catholic football still benefitting from the knowledge of longtime coach Chuck Adamopoulos

Brookline boys’ cross-country aims not only for a repeat Division 1 title but a bow on the national stage

With spider bites and fainting in the past, Tommy Paul helps American men enjoy banner day at US Open

business

Lawsuits accuse Burger King, others of ads that misrepresent their foods

A cooler job market is just what we need

Some Medford students hacked CharlieCards. Then they told the MBTA how they did it.

politics

DeSantis won’t meet with Biden during president’s trip to survey Idalia damage

Proud Boys leader Ethan Nordean gets 18 years in prison, tying for longest sentence in Jan. 6 attack

As Vivek Ramaswamy takes center stage, so do his views on racism

Nation

Hawaii investigates unsolicited land offers as the state tries to keep Lahaina in local hands

Ta’Kiya Young’s family urges officer’s arrest after video shows him killing the pregnant Black woman

Biden wants an extra $4 billion for disaster relief, bringing the total request to $16 billion

World

Typhoon Saola makes landfall in southern China after nearly 900,000 people moved to safety

Gabon opposition leader alleges the ousted president’s family arranged the coup to retain power

India’s opposition parties team up to challenge Modi’s Hindu nationalist party in 2024 elections

opinion

Breastfeeding While Black and Thriving

What you can do about climate change. Readers have suggestions.

Council allegations highlight need for anti-bullying rules

lifestyle

PEM turns cultural perceptions of bats upside down

His mother expects him to help with her farm property

A wish list for newly minted parents of teens

food & dining

Beach culture is on the menu at Brookline’s new bartaco location

Somerville’s Cantina La Mexicana is closing; Blue Ribbon Brasserie prepares for a fall opening

‘Our love letter to Mexico’: New restaurant on Providence’s Federal Hill pays homage to traditional cuisine

travel

Giant ‘stuffies’ are part of a new R.I. tourism campaign. Locals aren’t the biggest fans.

This Maine inn ranked 4th-best bed and breakfast in the US, according to USA Today

King Richard’s Faire, Italian heritage tours, and a spacious travel bag

Arts

At Mystic Seaport Museum, Alexis Rockman’s massive ‘Oceanus’ is a monument to the sea

Cartoonist Barbara Shermund makes a comeback

At Peabody Essex Museum, Gio Swaby’s virtuosic portraits of Black women in thread and fabric

Books

Butcher or baronet?

Author readings around Boston Sept. 3-9

Did Orwell’s wife write herself out of history?

Movies

True-crime docuseries ‘Never Let Him Go’ chronicles Cambridge man’s quest for justice

Summer movies postmortem: Our critic on 4-star favorites, forgettable flops, and films he wished he’d reviewed

Taylor Swift is bringing The Eras Tour movie to theaters

Television

‘Blue Bloods’ mines the past to ride out the present

If you like ‘Suits,’ then try these shows on for size

A couple of picks from the AMC series popping up on Max

music

Nick Carter of Backstreet Boys facing civil lawsuits in Vegas alleging sexual assault decades ago

After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the US

Zelda soundtrack as legendary as the game itself

Theater/Dance

Squint and you’ll see Quint: Ian Shaw channels his dad in the ‘Jaws’-inspired ‘The Shark Is Broken’

In the Huntington’s ‘Prayer for the French Republic,’ antisemitism strikes at a Jewish family’s idea of home

Why is this 12-foot-tall puppet coming to Boston?

Health

Changing the landscape of cancer care in R.I.: Lifespan, Brown to seek NCI designation

To better understand alcohol addiction, new research is turning to fruit flies

Stanford president to resign after investigation finds he failed to ‘decisively and forthrightly’ correct research

Obituaries

Former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed, whose son was killed in crash with Princess Diana, dies at 94

Gil Brandt, one of the builders of the Dallas Cowboys into ‘America’s Team,’ dies at 91

Tina Howe, playwright best known for ‘Coastal Disturbances,’ dies at 85