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Roxbury Tenants of Harvard was created to stop displacement decades ago. Can the affordable housing complex be duplicated?

About 2,200 live in the community, spread across apartments, condos, townhomes, and multi-unit houses. Almost all of the housing is for low- to moderate-income tenants.

Trump zigzags between economic remarks and personal insults at rally in Pennsylvania
Trump is rallying voters on Saturday in northeastern Pennsylvania, a swath of the pivotal battleground state where he hopes to earn a boost from conservative, white working-class voters.

More live election updates Tim Walz touts Nebraska roots in visit to his home state

‘The difference between a wedding and a funeral.’ Democrats gather in Chicago with newfound unity behind Harris.
YVONNE ABRAHAM

JD Vance and the GOP won’t leave women be. Not even in menopause.

Deploying on US soil: How Trump would use soldiers against riots, crime, and migrants

From drought to severe storms, climate change is a challenge for Maine’s iconic wild blueberries
Wild blueberries, a staple of Maine’s culture and economy, struggle to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. To save them, growers are changing the way they cultivate.

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‘That’s nice!’: Four New England jingles we still can’t get out of our heads
In the heyday of TV and radio, some of the region’s most iconic brands were defined by their jingles. These four were so catchy we’re still singing them.

Ben Volin I On football

Drake Maye is still the Patriots’ backup quarterback, but Jacoby Brissett’s leash is getting a lot shorter

Maye’s performance against the Eagles was certainly acknowledged by the coaches, and was eye-opening for the rest of us.
Taking a look at the most impactful injuries of NFL training camp Gasper: Young Patriots coaching staff also took a step forward Thursday night, putting Drake Maye in positions to succeed

Tentative deal could allow transgender girls to keep playing on girls’ sports teams in N.H.

The possible short-term agreement comes after two families challenged the enforcement of a newly signed New Hampshire law that bars trans girls from girls’ school sports statewide
Transgender girl’s family sues N.H. after school bars her from soccer practice under new state law

Cambridge Brewing Company announces it’s closing in December
The brew pub in Kendall Square opened in 1989.

Ex-Rep. George Santos expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in fraud case, AP source says
Former US Representative George Santos is expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in his federal fraud case, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Topless protesters at Boston Common demand gender equality

The “Topfreedom” protest was organized by groups who say legalizing toplessness for women would promote gender equality, as men are not bound by law to wear anything above the waist.

Hurricane Ernesto is downgraded to a tropical storm as it moves through Bermuda
The US National Hurricane Center warned of strong winds, a dangerous storm surge and significant coastal flooding.

Ernesto to whip up dangerous swells, rip currents along the East Coast

Before lobster, Maine had a thriving sardine industry. A sunken ship reminds us of its storied past.

An Israeli airstrike kills 18 members of a family in Gaza as mediators hope for a cease-fire

 Woman and two children among 10 killed in Israeli strike in southern Lebanon

Body of missing Easthampton man found in pond, authorities say

Fatal crash in Woburn under investigation

Driver arrested after leading police on wild pursuit in Chelmsford
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Self-proclaimed ‘sports dork’ Michael Felger of The Sports Hub feels like he ‘will do this forever’

Felger and co-host Tony Massarotti rarely address their enormous success, and certainly never at any length.
Peter Abraham | Sunday baseball notes

Why has no MLB team repeated in more than 20 years? Four-time World Series champion manager Bruce Bochy weighs in.

No team has repeated as World Series champion since the Yankees from 1998-2000.
Gary Washburn | Sunday basketball notes

With WNBA season starting back up, Connecticut Sun’s Alyssa Thomas didn’t have much time to celebrate her Olympic gold medal

The WNBA continued its season this past Thursday, just four days after the gold medal game.
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IDEAS | JOSÉ M. MUÑOZ

Picking up good vibes from a stranger? That might be your neurons aligning.

Neuroscientists are discovering that our brains behave in surprising ways when we interact with others.
NATE SILVER

The world of calculated risk-taking was the world in which I belonged
Jim McGovern

Tibetan people deserve their dignity — and their rights
MARCELA GARCÍA

Losing a pet: I asked, you answered
ALEX BEAM

Harris vs. Trump, hope vs. despair
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Jodi Picoult launches book tour with home-state N.H. stop
The New Hampshire resident touted her latest book, “By Any Other Name,” and discussed book bans in the first stop of her fall tour, at Chubb Theatre in Concord, N.H.

Three juveniles arrested for alleged ‘smash and grab’ at Hudson smoke shop
A 15-year-old boy from Boston, a 16-year-old from Quincy, and a 17-year-old from Danvers allegedly smashed a car into DAB Smoke Shop at 284 Washington St. at about 3:30 a.m. Saturday and fled with merchandise, Hudson police said in a statement.

Man shot in Dorchester, injuries are life-threatening, police say
Officers responded just after 2 a.m. Saturday to the area of Geneva Avenue and Dakota Street, where they found an adult male victim suffering gunshot wounds, police said.

Judge says Maine can forbid discrimination by religious schools that take state tuition money
A judge says Maine isn’t violating the constitutional rights of religious schools by requiring them to abide by a state antidiscrimination law to receive taxpayer-funded tuition assistance

What to know as India’s medics and women protest the rape and killing of a doctor
Anger at the Indian government’s failure to deter rising violence against women has fueled protests by medics and women’s groups across Indian cities after a trainee doctor was raped and killed last week.

With purple gold and bouncy metal, a Canadian chemist shines on YouTube
He is neither miracle worker nor magician. His secret is chemistry.

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‘Good riddance and goodbye.’ Healey announces deal to move six Steward hospitals to new owners.

Massachusetts will take control of St. Elizabeth’s through eminent domain, and new operators will take over all six hospitals.

‘I want to see something done’: As Maine mass shooting probe nears end, survivors want action to prevent future violence
For survivors and victims’ families, it has been an agonizing wait for the commission’s final report, which it expects to release Tuesday at Lewiston City Hall.

Gardening | Dave Epstein
Summer might be quickly waning, but your gardening can still heat up
Start taking advantage of the warm days and somewhat cooler nights of mid-August.

Why is Vermont more prone to flooding?
The state has experienced a steady and substantial rise in rainfall over the past five decades.

Culture & Lifestyle

John Cena wins big in ‘Jackpot!’

Dance Theatre of Harlem keeps lighting paths for young people of color

Born without a right hand, he set his heart on playing the violin. Now he has his own unique sound.

Two local authors launch Galiot Press, seeking books that ‘defy categorization’

Special Projects

Where do the 2023-24 Celtics stand among the greatest teams in NBA history?

Data show that these Celtics are truly extraordinary, a team of uncommon prowess on both ends of the court
HIGH & DRY

Priced out: How Boston’s broken liquor license system drives chefs from the city

A stubbornly high price tag for serving alcohol hurts thousands of hospitality workers, aspiring restaurateurs, and the city itself.
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Pothole season is upon us. See which neighborhoods have the most reports

Boston’s 311 data provides a day-by-day look at the condition of the city’s streets and sidewalks, which neighborhoods are hit hardest, and just how fast repairs are made.

Nightmare in Mission Hill

The story of how a murder in Mission Hill — the Carol Stuart shooting — terrorized and wounded a community of innocent people.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Carine Hajjar

Trump — king of the bros
RENÉE GRAHAM

Why is it always *that* antigay slur that men often use when angry at another man?
PODCAST | SAY MORE

‘People should be very prepared for the probability of a polling error.’ Five takeaways from pollster Nate Silver.
JOAN VENNOCHI

In her spat with Wu, Spilka protects the Senate and the business community
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Wu’s tiff with the Senate president over a tax bill accomplishes nothing
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Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

Ex-Patriot Joe Andruzzi takes 90 cancer patients for a ‘Codzilla’ ride around Boston Harbor

The Joe Andruzzi Foundation partnered with Boston Harbor City Cruises for its 13th Codzilla Up(Beat) Patient Outing on Friday. The former Patriot guard, whose NFL career ended with his own cancer diagnosis in 2007, founded his foundation a year later to help cancer patients around New England.

Brazilian entertaining legend Silvio Santos dies at 93

A Brazilian television executive and presenter, Silvio Santos was known for his beaming smile and catchphrase “Who wants money?”

Greg Kihn, who scored hits with ‘Jeopardy’ and ‘The Breakup Song,’ dies at 75

A low-key singer-songwriter, Greg Kihn drew from Buddy Holly and the Beatles while carving out a place for no-nonsense power pop at the height of the synth-pop era of the 1980s.

Jodi Picoult launches book tour with home-state N.H. stop

The New Hampshire resident touted her latest book, “By Any Other Name,” and discussed book bans in the first stop of her fall tour, at Chubb Theatre in Concord, N.H.

Sports

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Hideki Matsuyama in command at Memphis, up five headed into final day of PGA Tour playoff opener

With Matsuyama in command, the postseason opener has become all about moving on. The top 50 advance to the BMW Championship next week outside Denver and will be assured of getting into all the $20 million signature events next year.
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There is going to be a lot of pressure — and soon — for the Patriots to play Drake Maye, and other thoughts

There was a lot to like in Maye’s first real game action, Thursday night against the Eagles.
SOCCER

Liverpool, Arsenal kick off new English Premier League season with victories

Liverpool’s new era under Arne Slot began with a 2-0 victory over promoted Ipswich, with Mohamed Salah netting the second for his ninth goal in the opening round of a Premier League season, a new record.

Ex-Patriot Joe Andruzzi takes 90 cancer patients for a ‘Codzilla’ ride around Boston Harbor
GOLF

Strong finish pulls Rockland’s Megan Khang back within a shot of the lead with 18 to play at Women’s Scottish Open
red sox at orioles | 7:05 p.m. (NESN)

Game 122: Red Sox at Orioles lineups and notes

Business

Indonesia’s new capital isn’t ready yet. The president is celebrating Independence Day there anyway

Indonesia is marking 79 years of independence with a ceremony in its future new capital of Nusantara, a city still under construction

Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking ‘I agree’

A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app.

Strategist who ran DeSantis’ ill-fated bid is working with Musk to help organize voters for Trump

2022 was a down year for hospital CEO pay — except for Mass General Brigham
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The heiress at Harvard who helped revolutionize murder investigations — and the case she couldn’t forget
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‘That’s nice!’: Four New England jingles we still can’t get out of our heads
Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘We are both engineers who like cooking’
CONNECTIONS

My kid’s music picks on the radio sometimes make me cringe

metro

Tentative deal could allow transgender girls to keep playing on girls’ sports teams in N.H.

JD Vance and the GOP won’t leave women be. Not even in menopause.

Driver arrested after leading police on wild pursuit in Chelmsford

sports

Game 122: Red Sox at Orioles lineups and notes

Why has no MLB team repeated in more than 20 years? Four-time World Series champion manager Bruce Bochy weighs in.

Young Patriots coaching staff also took a step forward Thursday night, putting Drake Maye in positions to succeed

business

Harris offers proposals to cut food and housing costs, trying to blunt Trump’s economic attacks

‘Good riddance and goodbye.’ Healey announces deal to move six Steward hospitals to new owners.

Six R.I. car dealerships to pay more than $1 million in settlements over ‘add-on warranty’ fees

politics

Trump zigzags between economic remarks and personal insults at rally in Pennsylvania

Tim Walz touts Nebraska roots in visit to his home state where there’s a battle over one electoral vote

Trump zigzags between economic remarks and personal insults at rally in Pennsylvania

Nation

Harris campaign’s legal team takes shape as election battles heat up

Deploying on US soil: How Trump would use soldiers against riots, crime, and migrants

Ex-Rep. George Santos expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in fraud case, AP source says

World

Israeli strike on Lebanon kills at least 10

With purple gold and bouncy metal, a Canadian chemist shines on YouTube

Hurricane Ernesto is downgraded to a tropical storm as it moves through Bermuda

opinion

America can’t be ‘colorblind’ — too much history, too much nuance

Profit-driven diagnoses are par for our health care system

‘It makes no sense to just cede the future to China’: A climate check with Ed Markey ahead of the election

lifestyle

And the groom wore shorts

My ex still sends memes and old pictures

We asked seasoned parents about what mattered (and what didn’t) when their kids were little

food & dining

MIDA replaces DW French in the Fenway

Reading cookbooks and poetry to stay close to her mother

A rosé by any other name: Veteran Boston tech entrepreneurs launch winemaking business

travel

A little food, a little wine, a lot of fun, a way of life

Tasting our way through Croatia’s truffle country

Tacos, tortillas, and tejate: Eating and drinking our way through Oaxaca

Arts

Woven wonders at the Portland Museum of Art

At Bowdoin, men at war and women exalted as symbols of the state

At the MFA, Hyman Bloom and the cycle of life

Books

Jodi Picoult launches book tour with home-state N.H. stop

The quantum, eternal force of Audre Lorde

Author readings around Boston through Aug. 24

Movies

Five things to do around Boston, Aug. 19-25

His mom enrolled in bat mitzvah classes. He made a movie about it starring Carol Kane.

‘Alien: Romulus’: In space, no one can hear you meme

Television

Sharks are focus of new documentary film ‘Great White Summer’

Winning back then, hosting now

Matthew Perry’s assistant among 5 people, including 2 doctors, charged in ‘Friends’ star’s death

music

My kid’s music picks on the radio sometimes make me cringe

Jack Russell, Great White singer and survivor of R.I. nightclub fire, has died

The spirit of the Old Vienna Kaffeehaus will rise anew at a Hopkinton farm this weekend

Theater/Dance

Dance Theatre of Harlem keeps lighting paths for young people of color

For the local breakdancing community, Olympic attention is thrilling — and complicated

New ‘Glengarry Glen Ross’ on Broadway attracts Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk, and Bill Burr

Health

Medicaid-funded meal service ships unhealthy food to patients

What consumers should know about the FTC’s upcoming lawsuit against CVS over how it negotiates drug prices

What’s next for Roger Williams Medical Center? CEO warns Boston University could terminate affiliation, court docs show.

Obituaries

Brazilian entertaining legend Silvio Santos dies at 93

Greg Kihn, who scored hits with ‘Jeopardy’ and ‘The Breakup Song,’ dies at 75

Wally Amos, creator of Famous Amos cookies, dies at 88