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2024 Election

Donald Trump’s erratic endgame: Dark threats, personal insults, and some dancing

Donald Trump’s outbursts and hostilities are evidence that he should not be returned to the White House, Democrats and other critics say.
At town hall on women’s issues, Trump renews ‘enemy within’ talk

Candidate promises to reject corporate contributions drop as campaign finance reform wanes as core issue

Among the 10 most competitive Senate races this year, only two Democratic candidates have taken the no-corporate PAC pledge.
Live updates from the 2024 campaign trail

Warren, Deaton clash over immigration, abortion rights in first Senate debate

 In Mass. Senate race, there’s one issue at the center: Immigration
CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

$7.7m vs. $1.2m: On the MCAS ballot measure, business-backed opponents are getting outspent — and out-campaigned

 Backing MCAS ballot question, Warren breaks with GOP opponent — and Governor Healey

shirley leung
Would a new owner build an arena for the Celtics? Not so fast.
Amid Celtics sale speculation, a new stadium is the talk of the town. But building one would be very, very complicated.

Celtics finish up preseason play in good health and other observations from a loss to Raptors

Karen Read case to be featured in new 2-hour ‘Dateline NBC’ special
“I didn’t know what the hell happened. How did the night end up like this?” Read says in a preview clip. “I felt like I was living in a nightmare.”

Boston Dynamics, Toyota team up to build human-like robots, with AI
Toyota’s AI technology could help Boston Dynamics’ Atlas do more tasks without new software.

Family of Hingham High senior sues school officials, alleging wrongful punishment for using AI in history research project

Baby abandoned outside apartment building in Springfield, police say

‘You deserve to be here’: Panel recommends ways to boost diversity on Mass. college campuses

A committee of higher education officials appointed by the governor said the state should do more to help K-12 students understand their options and to reach more adult learners.

Should you stay or should you go?

Goodbye, Boston. You cost too much.

Massachusetts residents are enduring surging prices that nudge homeownership farther from reach and the nation’s highest child care costs.

Here’s why you should move to Mass.

News of the state’s population demise has been greatly exaggerated. Our health care, life sciences, education, technology, and financial sectors will remain big draws.

AS I SEE IT
‘What an amazing place. I don’t feel alone.’ At Dog Mountain, a tribute to unconditional love.
Dog Mountain, featuring its one-of-a-kind Dog Chapel, is a valentine to man’s (and woman’s) best friend.

Meet the five dogs running to become the Seaport’s first-ever dog mayor in Boston
Winter Outlook | Ken Mahan

Will New England see a repeat of last winter’s snow drought?

This winter may bring a tug of war between cold and warm spells.
As fall foliage crowds overwhelm popular destinations in N.H., officials consider new rules

Robert Kraft explains why he had to ‘fire’ Bill Belichick

Last January, the Patriots phrased Belichick's departure as a parting of ways. Now, Robert Kraft says it was a firing.

Film study: In one game, Drake Maye proves he can do more than his Patriots predecessors

Maye wasn’t super in his starting debut, but he showed why he was the No. 3 draft pick, and why he has a better chance to succeed than Jones did.
LOVE LETTERS

My husband once said he fantasized about others when with me. Isn’t that cheating?

Meredith has some advice for a reader who sees this as a violation of the commitment expected from a partner.

This Mass General doctor is making house calls to Hollywood film sets

Paul Heinzelmann is a self-described "Set MD" and the director of a new documentary, "Safe Sets: Dying to Work in the Film Industry."
TV Review

Jason Segel’s ‘Shrinking’ returns with its sense of warmth and connection intact

Season two of the Apple TV+ dramedy turns its focus to its characters' lack of boundaries.
Bill Lawrence talks New England roots, ‘Shrinking,’ and teaming up with Steve Carell for a new Mass.-set series

Harris vs. Trump on key issues

At town hall on women’s issues, Trump renews ‘enemy within’ talk

In talking about ‘freedom,’ Harris hopes she has a winning message on guns

Trump tested the limits on using the military at home. If elected again, he plans to go further.

Harris supported the Green New Deal. Now, she’s promoting domestic oil drilling.
Opinion
IDEAS | Gail Strock

In his workshop, Alzheimer’s fades and the father I knew returns

With wood and sandpaper in hand, my father and I forge small, precious connections.
JEFF JACOBY

Oklahoma urges private groups to launch charter schools — as long as they’re not religious
VENNOCHI, HAJJAR, AND LEHIGH

Three Opinion writers weigh in on the Warren-Deaton debate
Raymond La Raja

Why passing Question 1 would hurt democracy
EDITORIAL

Donald Trump’s debts and financial ties are a threat to national security

More recent News

Red Sox farmhand Mikey Romero turns hardship and even tragedy into a resolve to succeed
The infielder made impressive strides this year, despite dealing with the death of his father and some setbacks due to injuries.

Two Palestinian brothers lost everything in Gaza. A nonprofit brought them to Boston to heal.
HEAL Palestine is a nonprofit organization that addresses the humanitarian needs of youth in Gaza, where medical care dwindles by the day.

‘American Sports Story’ episode 6 recap: Aaron Hernandez’s conflicting identities collide, ending in tragedy
Episode 6 of “American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez,” which aired Tuesday on FX, depicts the escalating tragedy of Hernandez's life.

What’s behind the widening gender wage gap in the US?

In 2023, the gender wage gap between men and women working full-time widened for the first time in 20 years, post-pandemic labor market to blame.

Nebraska’s high court says people with felony records can register to vote

Nebraska’s high court says people with felony records can register to vote in a ruling with implications for the upcoming election.

Retrial begins for man accused of killing 11-year-old in Lawrence in 1988

Marvin McClendon Jr. is facing a charge of murder in the stabbing death of Melissa Ann Tremblay, who was 11 years old when she disappeared while waiting for her mother outside of a Lawrence bar.

Recommended reads

innovation economy

Junior Mints, golf balls, and leather jackets: 20 things still made in Massachusetts

No one would argue that we’re living through a golden age of manufacturing in Massachusetts, but you might be surprised what actually gets made here these days.

Hasbro eyes buildings in downtown and Dorchester for potential Boston headquarters
The company, long based in Rhode Island, is focusing its search on office buildings near South Station and the Southline complex on Morrissey Boulevard, according to sources.

‘Not just one big scandal, but two’: Norfolk DA Michael Morrissey on rocky political ground after Read, Birchmore cases
Serious political opponents who see an opening against an embattled district attorney are already starting to line up — even though the election is two years away.

What causes long COVID? For nearly half of cases, new research suggests an answer.
A study from researchers at Mass General Brigham may pave the way for effective treatments.

Culture & Lifestyle

Thanks to fate and friends: A love story years in the making

Olympians Stephen Nedoroscik and Ilona Maher dedicate ‘Dancing with the Stars’ performances to their sport and team

Just ask a local farmer: Growing a tasty spud is no small potatoes

Meet the artist dancing in a Dorchester tire shop

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.
Interactive map

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

VENNOCHI, HAJJAR, AND LEHIGH

Three Opinion writers weigh in on the Warren-Deaton debate
Sarah Stankorb

Why women have been leaving Christianity for decades
RENÉE GRAHAM

Finding solace from politics in baseball’s playoffs
IDEAS | Gloria Mark

How to read and listen more deeply
EDITORIAL

An overwhelmed Parole Board means justice delayed
IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore accuses Providence police officers of racism during traffic stop

Providence police early Wednesday pulled over an SUV driven by New England Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore, who received summonses for issues with the Jeep’s registration while taking to social media to accuse the officers of “unprofessional racism” during the encounter.

Karen Read case to be featured in new 2-hour ‘Dateline NBC’ special

“I didn’t know what the hell happened. How did the night end up like this?” Read says in a preview clip. “I felt like I was living in a nightmare.”
HEALTH

Despite challenges, New England states top Forbes’ health accessibility rankings

Massachusetts ranked No. 1, followed by Connecticut and Rhode Island. Utah, Nevada, and Texas were among the states with the worst access to health care.
NH POLITICS

N.H. governor candidates face tough questions on state’s possible billion-dollar budget gap

Kelly Ayotte and Joyce Craig each took a stab Tuesday at an unwieldy question that’s sure to test the leadership skills of whoever wins their Nov. 5 showdown to become New Hampshire’s next governor.

Sports

red sox

Red Sox farmhand Mikey Romero turns hardship and even tragedy into a resolve to succeed

The infielder made impressive strides this year, despite dealing with the death of his father and some setbacks due to injuries.
NWSL

‘I’m over the moon to have this back in Boston:’ Despite lukewarm response to name, BOS Nation FC excitement is apparent

The Boston NWSL franchise hosted 500 people downtown to celebrate its new name.
women's soccer

The Boston NWSL team finally has a name: Why they chose BOS Nation FC

The new women's soccer franchise will begin play in 2026, and with a cheeky campaign, the ownership group wants to make clear: "This is a new era in Boston via women’s sports.”
head of the charles

Your guide to the Head of the Charles: Course map, best spots to watch, insider tips if you go, T and parking info
Patriots

Robert Kraft explains why he had to ‘fire’ Bill Belichick

Olympians Stephen Nedoroscik and Ilona Maher dedicate ‘Dancing with the Stars’ performances to their sport and team

Business

HEALTH

Despite challenges, New England states top Forbes’ health accessibility rankings

Massachusetts ranked No. 1, followed by Connecticut and Rhode Island. Utah, Nevada, and Texas were among the states with the worst access to health care.

What’s behind the widening gender wage gap in the US?

In 2023, the gender wage gap between men and women working full-time widened for the first time in 20 years, post-pandemic labor market to blame.

Boston Dynamics, Toyota team up to build human-like robots, with AI
CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

$7.7m vs. $1.2m: On the MCAS ballot measure, business-backed opponents are getting outspent — and out-campaigned
magazine
MISS CONDUCT

My friend says my social media posts are divisive. What should I do?
COOKING | MAGAZINE

Recipes: Fall is the perfect time for pumpkin pie, curry squash soup, roasted squash
Globe Magazine

How a Satanic temple in Salem is staging a rebellion against the religious right

Best of the Best

We searched for Boston’s best breakfasts. These 12 places are winners.

metro

‘You deserve to be here’: Panel recommends ways to boost diversity on Mass. college campuses

Backing ballot question to eliminate MCAS graduation requirement, Warren breaks with GOP opponent — and Governor Healey

Will New England see a repeat of last winter’s snow drought?

sports

Three reasons BC football could win on the road at Virginia Tech, and three reasons they could lose

Would a new owner build an arena for the Celtics? Not so fast.

Film study: In one game, Drake Maye proves he can do more than his Patriots predecessors

business

Would a new owner build an arena for the Celtics? Not so fast.

After nearly two decades, a Newport restaurant is closing

How to protect your home in this new era of extreme flooding

politics

Harris to sit for her first Fox News interview; Trump to appear in two town halls

Harris returns to battleground Pennsylvania, with Republicans, as Trump pursues Latinos’ votes

Donald Trump’s erratic endgame: Dark threats, personal insults, and some dancing

Nation

Relatives of a Black man killed by Ohio police are settling their lawsuit

Nebraska’s high court says people with felony records can register to vote

An ex-politician faces at least 20 years in prison in the killing of a Las Vegas reporter

World

Israeli strikes kill 21 in Lebanon, including in a town with a dark history of civilian deaths

Zelensky’s ‘victory plan’ includes a big hurdle for the West: An invitation to Ukraine to join NATO

US official warns of growing North Korean military support for Russia’s war

opinion

Three Opinion writers weigh in on the Warren-Deaton debate

Finding solace from politics in baseball’s playoffs

A Kendall Square train station would be grand

lifestyle

Thanks to fate and friends: A love story years in the making

Snowport returns to the Seaport next month. Here’s what’s new this holiday season.

Love Letters Classics: Sailing ... takes him away

food & dining

After nearly two decades, a Newport restaurant is closing

He started making cooking videos to showcase Haitian cuisine. Now he serves it in the South End.

Roundhead to host Boston’s first-ever Latino beer festival

travel

As fall foliage crowds overwhelm popular leaf-peeping destinations in N.H., officials consider new rules

The best way to explore Prince Edward Island

Discovering the secrets beneath the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral

Arts

Lillian Schwartz, pioneer in computer-generated art, dies at 97

Breast plates, football padding, coquette fashion: Young designers take the spotlight at Boston Fashion Week event

At the MFA, ‘Georgia O’Keeffe and Henry Moore’ revels in rhyme not reason

Books

Adrift in Roman exile

He reads philosophy, fiction, and books on scuba diving

Local bestsellers for the week ended Oct. 13

Movies

This Mass General doctor is making house calls to Hollywood film sets

Boston Palestine Film Festival ‘dedicated to films that highlight and feature the Palestinian narrative’

‘Pet grief’ is very real. Director Yen Tan and Margaret Cho, in a rare non-comedic role, made a movie about it.

Television

Karen Read case to be featured in new 2-hour ‘Dateline NBC’ special

Jason Segel’s ‘Shrinking’ returns with its sense of warmth and connection intact

Olympians Stephen Nedoroscik and Ilona Maher dedicate ‘Dancing with the Stars’ performances to their sport and team

music

Nicholas Ma takes ‘Leap of Faith’ with new documentary about bridging theological and sociopolitical beliefs

Billie Eilish shines at a concert that shows off her fascinating, arena-filling pop fantasies

BSO demonstrates why Symphony Hall’s organ should be heard, not just seen

Theater/Dance

Meet the artist dancing in a Dorchester tire shop

In ‘Nassim,’ at the Huntington, the man offstage matters as much as the man onstage

Peabody native Alex Serino to play Albus Potter in ‘Cursed Child’ on Broadway

Health

About 30% of women are reinfected with a UTI within a year. This R.I. professor is looking for a way to change that.

Why is Lifespan buying hospitals in Massachusetts instead of saving two in Rhode Island?

R.I. Life Science Hub still in negotiations to develop lab incubator space: ‘In the business world... things moved a lot faster’

Obituaries

Thomas Donohue, who built Chamber of Commerce lobbying clout, dies at 86

Lillian Schwartz, pioneer in computer-generated art, dies at 97

Lilly Ledbetter, whose fight for equal pay changed US law, dies at 86