Boston Globe Today | June 21, 2023

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What we know about the missing submersible

Reporter Emily Sweeney breaks down a developing story involving that missing underwater vessel 900 miles off the coast of Cape Cod. Watch →

Hope for sickle cell treatment

Life sciences reporter Jonathan Saltzman introduces two new breakthrough treatments for sickle cell disease that could be approved by the end of this year. Watch →

Nation

Alito accepted Alaska resort vacation from GOP donors, report says

The Supreme Court justice did not disclose the trips on his financial disclosure for that year, ProPublica reports. Continue reading →

Nation

Math, reading scores at lowest level in decades

The Federal National Assessment of Educational Progress exam revealed disappointing trends for American students. Continue reading →

Nation

Capitol rioter who shocked police officer with stun gun is sentenced to over 12 years in prison

Daniel “D.J.” Rodriguez pleaded guilty to four felony charges, including conspiracy and assaulting a law enforcement officer with a deadly or dangerous weapon. He entered the guilty plea about two weeks before his trial was scheduled to start in Washington, D.C. Continue reading →

World

Allies pledge billions for Ukraine’s recovery as Zelensky stresses urgency

The prospect of using confiscated Russian assets to pay for part of the reconstruction emerged as a potent, if problematic, theme at the gathering. Continue reading →

World

A superyacht gave a lifeline to 100 migrants thrown into the sea

The incongruous image of the devastated survivors disembarking the Mayan Queen on a port in Kalamata, Greece, last week underlined what has become the strange reality of the modern Mediterranean: superyachts of the superrich share the seas with the most destitute on smuggler-operated boats perilously crossing to Europe. Continue reading →

World

War in Ukraine is worsening effects of climate change, Kerry says

Like climate change, the war is having a significant effect on strategic, health, and food security, as well as on global energy, he said. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Why Secretary of State Blinken’s meeting with China’s president was important

US-China tensions have been running alarmingly high, and the first step to cooling them is talking. Next comes the hard part. Continue reading →

OPINION

Despite all the bad news about the T, Phillip Eng is still optimistic about fixing it

The T’s new general manager knows that changing rider perception of a system in crisis is a big part of his job. Continue reading →

OPINION

Hunter Biden shows he isn’t above the rule of law

For a young voter like me, that is inspiring. Continue reading →

Metro

How Ayo Edebiri, a shy, serious kid from Dorchester, became a breakout star on ‘The Bear’

Widely acclaimed for her performance as a smart but insecure young chef, Edebiri doesn't seem too impressed with her success. The actress credits her upbringing in Boston with giving her perspective. Continue reading →

K-12

Here’s what’s in Healey’s proposed new sex ed framework

The updates, the first in 24 years, are “inclusive, medically accurate and age appropriate,” Healey said at a State House press conference about the proposed health and physical education framework. Continue reading →

K-12

Boston Latin Academy faculty provide fresh insight about no-confidence vote in head of school

Faculty cited lost learning time throughout this year due to incomplete class schedules and a lack of clear protocols to address student behavioral and safety issues. Continue reading →

Patriots

Few knew about Marte Mapu before the Patriots drafted him. But he’s looking like a perfect fit.

He is listed as a linebacker, but in spring practices, his talent and versatility at several spots were obvious. Continue reading →

women's soccer

In Women’s World Cup, expectations are high for US, but the competition is better

The soccer landscape has changed considerably in the last four years, with other nations closing the talent gap and the field expanded to 32 teams. Continue reading →

TWINS 5, RED SOX 4 (10 INNINGS)

Red Sox’ win streak ends at six because of missed opportunities and Twins’ perfect extra-inning execution

The Red Sox were 3 for 15 with runners in scoring position and left nine runners on base. Garrett Whitlock started and earned a no-decision after going seven innings. Continue reading →

Energy

MassDOT removing six unreliable EV chargers along Mass. Pike

The agency has begun looking for a bidder to remove the old chargers and install modern units. Continue reading →

THE FINE PRINT

The check is in the mail? You may be waiting awhile for that Mass Save rebate

For many residents, appreciation of Mass Save — which offers lucrative rebates for energy efficient steps — is mixed with frustration over how the program is managed. Continue reading →

Business

NYC food pantry helpline expands services to Boston

Lemontree is a nonprofit that utilizes a text message helpline to connect its clients to free food, a way of bringing technology-based solutions to the challenge of food insecurity. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Longtime AP State Department reporter George Gedda dies at 82

George Gedda's coverage of the State Department and international relations spanned more than four decades and he played a major role in explaining US foreign policy to the American public from Vietnam to Cuba, Afghanistan and Iraq. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Bob Brown, who brought crushing tenacity to NFL, dies at 81

Bob Brown, a hulking offensive lineman, brought an intimidating style to NFL play in the 1960s that turned blocking into a pummeling — with forearm jolts and thumb jabs — seeking to grind down opponents one hit at a time. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Paxton Whitehead, actor who found humor in the stodgy, dies at 85

Paxton Whitehead earned a Tony nomination for his role in a revival of “Camelot” and played the starchiest of stuffed shirts in films like the Rodney Dangerfield comedy “Back to School” and on hit 1990s sitcoms like “Friends” and “Mad About You." Continue reading →

TELEVISION REVIEW

With a little seasoning, ‘The Bear’ has gotten even better

The show returns for season two Thursday with a stronger sense of mission and identity, as it digs deeper into its cast of characters and, best of all, into the ecstasies and emotional incentives of being a chef and restaurateur. Continue reading →

Music

Brother Cleve’s vast vinyl collection has found a new home — and some of it could end up in yours

An estimated 4,000 LPs that belonged the late DJ — from Frank Zappa and classic punk to Bollywood soundtracks and “space-age bachelor pad” music — will roll out this summer in the bins at Want List Records in Newton. Continue reading →

ASK AMY

Alzheimer’s disclosure is met with … silence

Advice from Amy Dickinson. Continue reading →