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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Lifestyle

George Vaill, the ‘free advice’ guy, is a source of wisdom in Harvard Square

For three years, George Vaill has been offering counsel to passersby in Harvard Square from his folding chair, to which he attaches a large sign offering “FREE ADVICE.” Continue reading →

Massachusetts

King’s Chapel in Boston reckons with complicated roots as it honors more than 200 enslaved connected to congregation

The Tremont Street church is embarking on an ambitious, public reinterpretation of its history, one that will acknowledge its links to slavery and the slave trade by honoring more than 200 enslaved people who have been discovered to be connected to the congregation. Continue reading →

Climate

‘Nothing like this has ever happened before’: The world’s oceans are at record-high temps

While ocean temperatures have been rising for at least 70 years, new measurements taken from a network of satellites, ships, and buoys around the globe show an unexpected spike that began in March and appears to be climbing. Continue reading →

Biotech

How data integrity issues roiled a biotech seen as ‘Moderna 2.0′

The concerns have led to major tumult at Somerville-based Laronde, according to a STAT and Boston Globe investigation. Continue reading →

World

US, China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing

US and Chinese officials say the United States and China have failed to overcome their most serious disagreements but were able to discuss them in a potentially constructive way and have agreed to continue talks. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

After a winter deluge, California rivers are too dangerous to enjoy

Since April, at least 16 people have died or gone missing in rivers across the state, according to newspaper reports. Continue reading →

Nation

‘Just disgusting’: A Nevada city confronts millions of smelly Mormon crickets

Millions of Mormon crickets have arrived in Elko, Nevada, the spindly copper creatures blanketing parts of the city, so staff members at the Shilo Inns Elko on Saturday discussed ways to combat them. Continue reading →

Nation

23 Shot, 1 fatally, at a Juneteenth celebration in Illinois

At least one person was killed and 22 others wounded in a shooting just after midnight Sunday at a large Juneteenth celebration in a strip mall parking lot in Willowbrook, Illinois, southwest of Chicago, officials said. Continue reading →

The World

World

Ukraine appears to make a small gain in the south in its counteroffensive

Ukrainian forces have retaken a small village in the south of the country, a local Russian official and military bloggers said. Continue reading →

World

Russia had means, motive, and opportunity to destroy Ukraine dam, drone photos and information show

Exclusive drone photos appear to show an explosive-laden car atop the structure, and two officials said Russian troops were stationed in a crucial area inside the dam where the Ukrainians say the explosion that destroyed it was centered. Continue reading →

World

Pope Francis thanks well-wishers for support during hospital stay

A thunderous cheer along with scattered calls of “Viva il papa!” — Italian for “Long live the pope!” — greeted the pontiff when he appeared at a window in the Apostolic Palace. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

How Massachusetts can defeat hunger

Many of the 1.8 million food insecure Bay State adults must consider daily trade-offs: Rent or groceries? Pay the utility bill or buy food to feed their family? Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Chris Christie charts a path for Republicans

Unlike most of his opponents in the Republican primaries, Christie is making a forceful and direct case for the party to move on from Trump. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Making way for bike and bus lanes (or dodging barriers in the path)

It may seem to the individual motorist that streets are more congested, but to the, say, 22 people on the bus or the many bike riders who travel faster and safer, it seems like a welcome relief. Continue reading →

Metro

Higher Education

New England colleges open doors to diversity in new class of leadership

New England colleges and universities are seeing a rise in more female presidents and leaders of color. Continue reading →

Health

Harvard Pilgrim data breach affected millions, yet insurer struggled to contact many potential victims for months

A class action lawsuit accuses the insurer of failing to protect health information and failing to promptly notify members of the breach. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Brookline buzzes with jubilant Juneteenth block party

Co-founder Adena Walker said the block party was designed to be intergenerational — featuring games for children and health advice for seniors — and as inclusive as possible. Continue reading →

Sports

us open

Wyndham Clark goes big for one-shot victory over Rory McIlroy in US Open to win first major title

McIlroy was trying win his first major since 2014. Continue reading →

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A day of bad putting costs Rory McIlroy shot at victory in US Open

McIlroy finished the day with 36 putts over 18 holes — no need for complex math there — and didn’t sink a single putt over 8 feet. Continue reading →

Peter Abraham | On baseball

Chris Murphy comes alive in his new relief role for the Red Sox

In the lefthander's five relief appearances for the WooSox and Red Sox since June 1, he has allowed two unearned runs, with two walks and 17 strikeouts over 13 innings. Continue reading →

Business

Business

Heat wave triggers big storms, power outages in Southeast, raises wildfire concerns in Southwest

Meteorologists said that potentially record-breaking temperatures would continue into midweek over southern Texas and much of the Gulf Coast. Continue reading →

Real Estate

After years and years of planning, Harvard is set to break ground on Allston research campus

Construction will begin this week on the first phase of Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus, which will include labs, housing, and a hotel. Continue reading →

tech lab

‘Everybody poops’: From BU and MIT engineers, a better toilet seat

Cleana has developed a new kind of toilet seat that raises or lowers itself to avoid unwelcome splashes, or to prevent objects from falling accidentally into the bowl. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Owen Gingerich, Harvard astronomer who bridged science and spirituality, dies at 93

“I believe in intelligent design, lower case ‘i’ and ‘d,’ ” Dr. Gingerich said of God's role in science. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Gordon McQueen, former Manchester United and Leeds player, dies at 70

Gordon McQueen began his career at Scottish club St. Mirren and went on to play in England. He was Britain’s most expensive player when he joined Man United for 495,000 pounds (now $626,000) in 1978. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Carol Higgins Clark, mystery writer, dies at 66

As a young woman, Carol Higgins Clark retyped manuscripts by her mother, famed mystery writer Mary Higgins Clark, before going on to become a bestselling suspense novelist herself. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

FILM

The 25th Roxbury International Film Festival kicks off this week

Its return June 20-July 2 offers a chance to catch a varied lineup of films and celebrate the anniversary through special events. There's a virtual program, too, for those who want to stream at home. Continue reading →

Movies

Nantucket Film Festival celebrates storytellers for the 28th year

The fully in-person program June 21-26 includes screenings at the Nantucket Dreamland Theater and White Heron Theatre Company, and events at area venues. Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

It’s off to the races for Steve Lacy at the Stage at Suffolk Downs

Lacy’s set capped off the first night of Re:SET Boston, a traveling concert series that christened the Stage at Suffolk Downs, Bowery Boston’s new outdoor venue at the former racetrack. Continue reading →