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Vermont man arraigned on attempted second degree murder charges in shootings of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

Jason J. Eaton, 48, was arraigned Monday on three counts of attempted second-degree murder for allegedly shooting three college students of Palestinian descent near the University of Vermont campus in Burlington in what authorities are investigating as a possible hate crime.

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says
The agreement brings the prospect of a longer halt to the war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

What to know about the Green Line closures starting today
Much of the MBTA’s oldest line — including all its downtown Boston rails — will close for more than a week Monday as workers repair tunnels, rails, and ties.

Larry Edelman | Trendlines

After falling out with Trustees of Reservations, John Judge will lead Greater Boston Boy Scouts

Judge takes over as the Boy Scouts of America seek to rebuild from the pandemic and sexual abuse scandals.

Cyber Monday? What Cyber Monday? E-retailers are no longer willing to wait.

The Globe followed Brunt Workwear, an online apparel seller, as it geared up for Black Friday — not Cyber Monday.

The Fine Print: Cash is no longer king. Paying by plastic is the new norm.

Efforts to undermine voters’ decisions are part of a perilous pattern, specialists say

Democracy experts say state lawmakers who try to reject the will of the voters are starting down a dangerous path.

Providence City Council can intervene in controversial tax breaks for wealthy developer, judge rules

Forecast | Dave Epstein

November ends with cool, dry weather throughout the week

Boston man arrested after alleged vandalism spree that included Holocaust Memorial, Paul Revere’s tombstone

Small businesses are approaching landlords more and more to negotiate new lease terms, such as lower rents or deferments on payments. Clover recently struggled to find compromise with its Back Bay landlord and filed for bankruptcy shortly after.

Why landlords hold the post-pandemic fate of downtown in their hands like never before

Restaurants and retailers still struggling to meet the terms of leases they signed before COVID are approaching landlords with creative proposals to restructure their monthly rent check. The answers often determine the fate of the business.

Balance of power poised to flip on Everett School Committee after election
More than half of the candidates the mayor endorsed lost their races, a rebuke from voters after the mayor pushed the School Committee to oust the superintendent earlier in the year over objections from the community.

Giants 10, Patriots 7

CHRISTOPHER L. GASPER

The only answer at quarterback for the Patriots right now is to move on from Mac Jones
He’s not the franchise quarterback for the future, and he shouldn’t be the starting quarterback of the present.

Your view: Should the Patriots bench Mac Jones for the rest of the season?

‘Please get rid of Mac Jones.’

nicolestk

Dan Shaughnessy

Are the Patriots tanking? Bill Belichick is wired to win, but this hideous loss makes us wonder.

Ben Volin: Ugly loss to the Giants seals it: It’s over for Bill Belichick with the Patriots

Chad Finn | Unconventional Review

The Patriots are awful to watch, but a loss to the Giants was the best outcome

Patriots 2024 NFL Draft odds: New England third in race for No. 1 overall pick

PERSPECTIVE

The Globe’s film critic picks 6 holiday movies that are actually good

This year, Odie Henderson decided to put together a little holiday movie festival.

Beyond the Gilded Gate

Reimagining an American ideal

California is trying to tackle its housing crisis by rethinking the traditional single-family home. Why isn’t Massachusetts?

Explore the project

James Monteiro is the founder of the Reentry Campus Program, which helps currently and formerly incarcerated people finish post-secondary education and certification programs.

INNOVATOR Q&A

After 20 years in and out of prison, a degree gave him a second chance. Now he’s helping others do the same.

James Monteiro is the founder of the Reentry Campus Program, which helps incarcerated people finish post-secondary education and certification programs.

Briana Scurry did her part for the 1999 World Cup champions by coming up big in the penalty shootout against China.

The Tradition

‘Like a phoenix from the ashes’: Catching up with Briana Scurry, former UMass and US soccer star, as she rises again

The former goalkeeper, a key part of the 1999 World Cup team that inspired a generation, will be honored at The Tradition this week.

Former Bruin Bob Sweeney, long the face of the Bruins Foundation, to be honored at The Tradition

Eddie Murphy in Amazon's "Candy Cane Lane."

MATTHEW GILBERT | YOUR TV GPS

This week’s TV: Eddie Murphy makes a deal with an elf, ‘Bookie’ debuts, and the return of Blue Sky shows

Eddie Murphy stars in Amazon’s holiday comedy, “Candy Cane Lane,” as a man driven to win his neighborhood’s home decoration contest.

Opinion

After a hearing in a Colorado courtroom, Judge Sarah B. Wallace ruled that while former president Donald Trump did “engage in an insurrection," she would not disqualify him from the ballot.

EDITORIAL

Challenges to Trump’s eligibility are murky at best. But there is a clear way to stop him.

Even the perception that the next president was chosen by legal maneuvers, as opposed to the will of the people, could cause more damage to the Republic. Trump should be defeated at the ballot box instead.

ALEX BEAM

‘Napoleon’ isn’t accurate? Excuse me, mate, were you there?

NOT SO FAST, FASHION

Tips: How to be stylish without killing the planet

Anita Soracco

Climate education should be taught in schools

William Lefebvre and Victoria Wisniewski

Gen Z takes a seat — and sets the table — at COP28

More recent News

Now eligible for March Madness, Merrimack men’s basketball is on a mission
The Warriors had to stay home last season despite winning the conference championship, but their transition to Division 1 is complete.

More than 80 years later, the victims of the Cocoanut Grove fire are remembered
Families of victims and survivors remembered the club fire, which broke out the evening of Nov. 28, 1942, and killed at least 490 attendees.

BOOKS

Tess Gerritsen spies literary opportunity in the unexpected

The Maine-based former surgeon turned thriller writer and filmmaker talks about the life of spies, getting older, and the lessons of romance novels

Where did the New Hampshire Hospital shooter get his guns? Authorities are investigating.

The attorney and 2A advocate who represented John Madore in a prior incident involving guns says the status quo in New Hampshire inappropriately allows prohibited people to slip through the state’s background check process

Christian school that objected to transgender athlete sues Vermont after it’s banned from competing

Mid Vermont Christian School of Quechee forfeited the Feb. 21 game, saying it believed that the transgender player jeopardized “the fairness of the game and the safety of our players.”

‘Person of interest’ detained after fire set at Westborough police station

Firefighters responded to a report of a blaze inside the police station at 45 West Main St. at about 8:20 p.m. and arrived within minutes to find heavy smoke in the lobby, officials said.

For some families, the right to shelter isn’t a right at all

Each year, the state formally denies hundreds of families seeking a temporary place to stay. Many more seek emergency shelter but never complete an application.

In Robert Kennedy Jr.’s run for president, a faint line to his family can be found
Despite being greeted by widespread horror and pained dismissal, Robert Kennedy Jr.’s quest has, in its outlandish improbability, at least faint trace elements of the family’s political playbook.

Teslas, taxes, and millions in real estate: A lawsuit bubbles at Tree House Brewing
A minority shareholder at the Charlton-based beer company has sued its partners for a pattern of behavior he says caused him and the brewery financial damage.

Globe Magazine

30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England
Globe staffers and other writers share the special places and experiences that keep them cozy — and make the cold months worth savoring.

Culture & Lifestyle

Taylor Swift, shown at her May 19 Gillette Stadium concert, has announced that her “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" film is coming to streaming Dec. 13.

Taylor Swift announces streaming date for ‘Eras Tour’ film, new songs

From left: Adam Yiqi Huang, Jin Chen, Fei Peng, and Kaye Huiyuan Hu in a rehearsal of Vermilion Theater's "God of Carnage," running Dec. 1-3 at Plaza Theatre at Boston Center for the Arts.

Vermilion Theater presents ‘God of Carnage’ as a Mandarin and English production

Patricia Cornwell discusses Kidman as Scarpetta, Bigfoot, and her brand new book

Gloucester Mayor Greg Verga prepares to cut the ribbon for The Cut, as director of operations Travis Siewers (holding daughter Clementine) and Tom Clark, concert and event manager, look on.

Coming to Gloucester, a new destination for live music

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, 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

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

Brittany Tee, Soomaiiah Quraiishi, and Reina Morales Rojas are among thousands of people thought to be missing from Massachusetts.

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.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Racks of clothing are organized by decade at The Garment District, a used-clothing store in Cambridge.

Kimberly Atkins Stohr

Polls show consumers want to buy clothes that are better for the planet. Can they?

Jews prayed at the Western Wall, beside the Temple Mount, known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary, or the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, in the Old City of Jerusalem on Oct. 16.

EDITORIAL

Want to learn more about the Middle East? Start here.

Massachusetts Auditor nominee Diana DiZoglio speaks during a campaign rally in support of the statewide Massachusetts Democratic ticket on Nov. 2, 2022, in Boston.

JEFF JACOBY

Look who’s backing DiZoglio’s ballot campaign

IDEAS | ERINNE MAGEE

This holiday season, try skipping the gift list

Andre 3000 attends the GQ Men of the Year Party 2023 VIP dinner at Chateau Marmont on Nov. 16 in Los Angeles, Calif.

Renée Graham

With the lilt of a flute, a legendary rapper carves a path for Black men to grow and evolve

A dog named Ducky demonstrated FluentPet's communication buttons during the Pepcom Digital Experience before the CES tech show in January.

IDEAS | Linda Rodriguez McRobbie

If your dog could speak, would you like what it said?

Metro

Vermont man arraigned on attempted second degree murder charges in shootings of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

Effort aims for greater equity in the state’s fractured public health system

A bill under consideration in the state Legislature would make new public health standards law.

RI COURTS

Providence City Council can intervene in controversial tax breaks for wealthy developer, judge rules

The city council will now attempt to overturn the 30-year tax deal granted by previous city leaders to Arnold “Buff” Chace and his 10 downtown properties.

NH Crime

Where did the New Hampshire Hospital shooter get his guns? Authorities are investigating.

Sports

BC's Cutter Gauthier leads Hockey East (and is second in the nation) with 12 goals.

men's college hockey notebook

BC was in top form, and other takeaways from the weekend in men’s college hockey

The second-ranked Eagles hit the road and came away with a pair of victories over Notre Dame and Harvard.

The Tradition

‘Like a phoenix from the ashes’: Catching up with Briana Scurry, former UMass and US soccer star, as she rises again

The former goalkeeper, a key part of the 1999 World Cup team that inspired a generation, will be honored at The Tradition this week.

Bruins

Former Bruin Bob Sweeney, long the face of the Bruins Foundation, to be honored at The Tradition

The Boxborough native and Boston College grad has been around the franchise since he was drafted in 1982.

Bruins

Looking for NHL talent? Bruins center Trent Frederic’s basement was a good place to start.

men's college basketball notebook

Now eligible for March Madness, Merrimack men’s basketball is on a mission

MLB

How Peter Bendix went from a Tufts sabermetrics course to running the Marlins

Business

Larry Edelman | Trendlines

After falling out with Trustees of Reservations, John Judge will lead Greater Boston Boy Scouts

Judge takes over as the Boy Scouts of America seek to rebuild from the pandemic and sexual abuse scandals.

Elon Musk visits Israel to meet top leaders as accusations of antisemitism on X grow

Musk, who’s been under fire over accusations of antisemitism flourishing on his social media platform X, paid a visit Monday to Israel, where he toured a kibbutz that was attacked last month by Hamas militants and was set to meet with top leaders.

Cyber Monday? What Cyber Monday? E-retailers are no longer willing to wait.

Biden to convene new supply chain council and announce 30 steps to strengthen US logistics

magazine

winter travel

30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England

Winter travel

New England ski resorts are rolling out upgrades this winter. Here’s what you should know.

This week's daters: Kayla L. and Gorden S.

Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘I could definitely see potential’

CONNECTIONS

My mission: Get the client to the Super Bowl. The client: A celebrity dog.

metro

The Rhode Island Medical Society wants to open a charter school for students in grades 7 through 12 from Pawtucket, Providence, and Central Falls.

An intriguing new charter school proposal

After 20 years in and out of prison, a degree gave him a second chance. Now he’s helping others do the same.

Police arrest suspect in the shooting of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

sports

It's been a tough year for Bill Belichick.

Bill Belichick was asked about a report that he’s leaving the Patriots. Here’s what he said.

See the schedule for this week’s high school Super Bowl games at Gillette Stadium

Previewing and predicting the Division 8 Super Bowl: Carver vs. West Boylston

business

2023 marks Merriam-Webster’s 20th anniversary choosing a top word.

What’s Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2023? Hint: Be true to yourself

Still looking for deals on holiday gifts? Retailers are offering discounts on Cyber Monday.

Court document claims Meta knowingly designed its platforms to hook kids, reports say

politics

Democracy experts say state lawmakers who try to reject the will of the voters are starting down a dangerous path.

Efforts to undermine voters’ decisions are part of a perilous pattern, specialists say

Members of Congress head for the exits, many citing dysfunction

Many voters are weary about a Biden-Trump rematch in 2024. Third parties hope they can fill the gap.

Nation

First lady Jill Biden waves as she visits local shops with family in Nantucket, Mass., on Nov. 25.

Jill Biden says White House decor designed for visitors to see the holidays through a child’s eyes

Final trial over Elijah McClain’s death in suburban Denver spotlights paramedics’ role

Rosalynn Carter tributes will highlight her reach as first lady, humanitarian, and small-town Baptist

World

This handout photo shows Sharon Hertzman, right, hugging a relative as they reunite at Sheba Medical Center in Ramat Gan, Israel, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.

Irregular meals, benches as beds. As freed hostages return to Israel, details of captivity emerge.

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says

Pope Francis getting antibiotics intravenously for lung problem, limiting appointments, Vatican says

opinion

Graffiti artist Jeff Saint works on a mural on March 31, 2020. He and fellow graffiti artist, Ryan McFee, painted the piece on a building adjacent to the Custom House Square in New Bedford.

Here’s one practical way to help retailers battered by online competition

Remembering my pal of pals, Edward Koren, whose second art was friendship

That test question again: A place, or not, for the MCAS?

lifestyle

Vermilion Theater presents ‘God of Carnage’ as a Mandarin and English production

Should I stay with my husband?

I don’t want to be the sugar daddy

food & dining

Exterior photo of the Kowloon in Saugus at dusk.

Brawl erupts at Kowloon restaurant on Route 1 in Saugus

Three quick egg recipes perfect for any meal of the day

Harvard Square’s Sea Hag is the little sister to Grendel’s Den

travel

New England ski resorts are rolling out upgrades this winter. Here’s what you should know.

How to act like a rude jerk while traveling. (But please don’t.)

Shelby Acosta on having curves, scoring a deal, and the appeal of airport food

Arts

The rooms where it happened: A new MFA show looks at photographers’ studios

Stolen . . . or saved? Professor accuses late minister of pilfering Edward Hopper artwork now at MFA.

’80s hip-hop culture, courtesy of Ice-T and DJ Afrika Islam, is on vivid display at Harvard

Books

Tess Gerritsen and her book “The Spy Coast”

Tess Gerritsen spies literary opportunity in the unexpected

Rhode Island bookstore offers holiday gift to support Indigenous author and museum; new book presents portrait of Bangor during a decade of change; Purple Couch Bookshop opens in North Andover

Vermont man arraigned on attempted second degree murder charges in shootings of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says The agreement brings the prospect of a longer halt to the war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

What to know about the Green Line closures starting today Much of the MBTA’s oldest line — including all its downtown Boston rails — will close for more than a week Monday as workers repair tunnels, rails, and ties.

After falling out with Trustees of Reservations, John Judge will lead Greater Boston Boy Scouts

Cyber Monday? What Cyber Monday? E-retailers are no longer willing to wait.

Efforts to undermine voters’ decisions are part of a perilous pattern, specialists say

Providence City Council can intervene in controversial tax breaks for wealthy developer, judge rules

November ends with cool, dry weather throughout the week

Boston man arrested after alleged vandalism spree that included Holocaust Memorial, Paul Revere’s tombstone

Why landlords hold the post-pandemic fate of downtown in their hands like never before

Balance of power poised to flip on Everett School Committee after election More than half of the candidates the mayor endorsed lost their races, a rebuke from voters after the mayor pushed the School Committee to oust the superintendent earlier in the year over objections from the community.

CHRISTOPHER L. GASPER The only answer at quarterback for the Patriots right now is to move on from Mac Jones He’s not the franchise quarterback for the future, and he shouldn’t be the starting quarterback of the present.

Are the Patriots tanking? Bill Belichick is wired to win, but this hideous loss makes us wonder.

The Patriots are awful to watch, but a loss to the Giants was the best outcome

The Globe’s film critic picks 6 holiday movies that are actually good

Reimagining an American ideal

Explore the project

After 20 years in and out of prison, a degree gave him a second chance. Now he’s helping others do the same.

‘Like a phoenix from the ashes’: Catching up with Briana Scurry, former UMass and US soccer star, as she rises again

This week’s TV: Eddie Murphy makes a deal with an elf, ‘Bookie’ debuts, and the return of Blue Sky shows

Challenges to Trump’s eligibility are murky at best. But there is a clear way to stop him.

‘Napoleon’ isn’t accurate? Excuse me, mate, were you there?

Tips: How to be stylish without killing the planet

Climate education should be taught in schools

Gen Z takes a seat — and sets the table — at COP28

More recent News

Now eligible for March Madness, Merrimack men’s basketball is on a mission The Warriors had to stay home last season despite winning the conference championship, but their transition to Division 1 is complete.

More than 80 years later, the victims of the Cocoanut Grove fire are remembered Families of victims and survivors remembered the club fire, which broke out the evening of Nov. 28, 1942, and killed at least 490 attendees.

Tess Gerritsen spies literary opportunity in the unexpected

Where did the New Hampshire Hospital shooter get his guns? Authorities are investigating.

Christian school that objected to transgender athlete sues Vermont after it’s banned from competing

‘Person of interest’ detained after fire set at Westborough police station

Recommended reads

For some families, the right to shelter isn’t a right at all

In Robert Kennedy Jr.’s run for president, a faint line to his family can be found Despite being greeted by widespread horror and pained dismissal, Robert Kennedy Jr.’s quest has, in its outlandish improbability, at least faint trace elements of the family’s political playbook.

Teslas, taxes, and millions in real estate: A lawsuit bubbles at Tree House Brewing A minority shareholder at the Charlton-based beer company has sued its partners for a pattern of behavior he says caused him and the brewery financial damage.

Globe Magazine 30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England Globe staffers and other writers share the special places and experiences that keep them cozy — and make the cold months worth savoring.

Culture & Lifestyle

Taylor Swift announces streaming date for ‘Eras Tour’ film, new songs

Vermilion Theater presents ‘God of Carnage’ as a Mandarin and English production

Patricia Cornwell discusses Kidman as Scarpetta, Bigfoot, and her brand new book

Coming to Gloucester, a new destination for live music

Special Projects

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

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

How the missing become the uncounted

Two Weeks in America

FROM OUR PARTNERS

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Polls show consumers want to buy clothes that are better for the planet. Can they?

Want to learn more about the Middle East? Start here.

Look who’s backing DiZoglio’s ballot campaign

This holiday season, try skipping the gift list

With the lilt of a flute, a legendary rapper carves a path for Black men to grow and evolve

If your dog could speak, would you like what it said?

Metro

Vermont man arraigned on attempted second degree murder charges in shootings of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

Effort aims for greater equity in the state’s fractured public health system

Providence City Council can intervene in controversial tax breaks for wealthy developer, judge rules

Where did the New Hampshire Hospital shooter get his guns? Authorities are investigating.

Sports

BC was in top form, and other takeaways from the weekend in men’s college hockey

‘Like a phoenix from the ashes’: Catching up with Briana Scurry, former UMass and US soccer star, as she rises again

Former Bruin Bob Sweeney, long the face of the Bruins Foundation, to be honored at The Tradition

Looking for NHL talent? Bruins center Trent Frederic’s basement was a good place to start.

Now eligible for March Madness, Merrimack men’s basketball is on a mission

How Peter Bendix went from a Tufts sabermetrics course to running the Marlins

Business

After falling out with Trustees of Reservations, John Judge will lead Greater Boston Boy Scouts

Elon Musk visits Israel to meet top leaders as accusations of antisemitism on X grow

Cyber Monday? What Cyber Monday? E-retailers are no longer willing to wait.

Biden to convene new supply chain council and announce 30 steps to strengthen US logistics

30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England

New England ski resorts are rolling out upgrades this winter. Here’s what you should know.

Blind date: ‘I could definitely see potential’

My mission: Get the client to the Super Bowl. The client: A celebrity dog.

metro

An intriguing new charter school proposal

After 20 years in and out of prison, a degree gave him a second chance. Now he’s helping others do the same.

Police arrest suspect in the shooting of three men of Palestinian descent in Burlington, Vt.

Israel and Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says
The agreement brings the prospect of a longer halt to the war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

What to know about the Green Line closures starting today
Much of the MBTA’s oldest line — including all its downtown Boston rails — will close for more than a week Monday as workers repair tunnels, rails, and ties.

Balance of power poised to flip on Everett School Committee after election
More than half of the candidates the mayor endorsed lost their races, a rebuke from voters after the mayor pushed the School Committee to oust the superintendent earlier in the year over objections from the community.

CHRISTOPHER L. GASPER

The only answer at quarterback for the Patriots right now is to move on from Mac Jones
He’s not the franchise quarterback for the future, and he shouldn’t be the starting quarterback of the present.

Now eligible for March Madness, Merrimack men’s basketball is on a mission
The Warriors had to stay home last season despite winning the conference championship, but their transition to Division 1 is complete.

More than 80 years later, the victims of the Cocoanut Grove fire are remembered
Families of victims and survivors remembered the club fire, which broke out the evening of Nov. 28, 1942, and killed at least 490 attendees.

In Robert Kennedy Jr.’s run for president, a faint line to his family can be found
Despite being greeted by widespread horror and pained dismissal, Robert Kennedy Jr.’s quest has, in its outlandish improbability, at least faint trace elements of the family’s political playbook.

Teslas, taxes, and millions in real estate: A lawsuit bubbles at Tree House Brewing
A minority shareholder at the Charlton-based beer company has sued its partners for a pattern of behavior he says caused him and the brewery financial damage.

Globe Magazine

30 tiny, perfect things about winter in New England
Globe staffers and other writers share the special places and experiences that keep them cozy — and make the cold months worth savoring.