Nation

From seat belts to library books, many new laws take effect in North Dakota

Among those already in effect are revised laws outlawing all abortions, except in cases where women could face death or a "serious health risk." Continue reading →

Nation

Judge blocks Ark. law banning librarians from giving minors ‘harmful’ books

US District Judge Timothy L. Brooks issued a preliminary injunction Saturday, siding with bookstores, libraries, and patrons in the state that argued in a lawsuit filed last month that parts of the law were unconstitutional. Continue reading →

Nation

$60 million refund request shows financial pressure on Trump from legal fees

The political action committee that former president Donald Trump is using to pay his legal bills faced such staggering costs this year that it requested a refund on a $60 million contribution it made to another group supporting the Republican front-runner, according to two people familiar with the matter. Continue reading →

World

Excavations uncover hints of Nero’s theater in Rome, and much more

Although chronicled by Roman-era historians, the theater had never emerged from Rome’s archaeologically rich underbelly. Continue reading →

World

West African nations threaten military action unless Niger coup is undone

West African leaders on Sunday threatened military action against Niger, where soldiers seized power in a coup Wednesday, unless the country’s democratically elected president is restored to office within a week. Continue reading →

World

At least 43 killed in blast at political rally in Pakistan

An explosion at a political rally on Sunday in northwest Pakistan killed at least 43 people and wounded 200 more, officials said, the latest sign of the deteriorating security situation in the country, where some militant groups have become more active over the past two years since finding a haven in neighboring Afghanistan under the Taliban administration there. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

When local cannabis zoning may be too restrictive

A court case debates whether Malden’s zoning unreasonably limits legitimate marijuana companies. Continue reading →

OPINION

Parenting in what feels like end times

I have slowly become terrified of what could happen to me, my child, or anyone else we care about. The mental load of parenting in 2023 is crushing. Continue reading →

LETTERS

The electrical workforce is ready to meet state’s clean energy goals

Local 103 membership has increased by nearly 2,500 members in the last several years. That growth is about to double as we prepare to add another 5,000 members over the next 5five years to meet the Commonwealth’s clean energy goals. Continue reading →

Social Justice

Robert Kraft, Meek Mill tell NAACP convention that Jewish, Black communities must combat hate together

As rising racism and antisemitism on the far right bring bigotry increasingly into the mainstream of American life, a Super Bowl-winning NFL team owner and a platinum-selling musical artist took center stage at the NAACP convention in Boston on Sunday and said the Black and Jewish communities must work hand-in-hand to combat hate. Continue reading →

New Hampshire

Nurse from N.H. kidnapped with her child in Haiti, nonprofit says

Alix Dorsainvil, 31, is a nurse who had been living in Haiti for “some time now” and is married to Sandro Dorsainvil, director of El Roi Haiti Outreach International, the organization said. She was kidnapped with her child near Port au Prince on Thursday. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

‘Feelings I hadn’t ever processed’: Families mark 50th anniversary of Logan crash with memorial service at airport chapel

The Rev. Christopher O’Connor, chaplain of Our Lady of the Airways Catholic chapel, began the morning by reading out the names of each victim, just before 9 a.m. Sunday. Continue reading →

on baseball

The Red Sox invested in Rafael Devers. Now he wants them to invest in the team for playoff push.

Devers believes chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom should add to the roster before the trade deadline on Tuesday afternoon. Continue reading →

PATRIOTS

Rookie wideout Demario Douglas continues to catch the eye, and other takeaways from Day 4 of training camp

Sixth-round draft pick Douglas, who goes by “Pop,” continues to live up to his nickname in the early days of Patriots training camp. Continue reading →

Gary Washburn

Once the glory position, elite running back is now treated like a leper in the NFL

Elite players are now being disparaged with their simple crime being too productive for their age. Continue reading →

Trendlines

Chatbots are coming for the journalism industry

A new generation of artificial intelligence systems promise to do what journalists do — but they have their limitations. Continue reading →

Business

New ownership brought Table Talk back from the brink. Now, it’s in expansion mode.

The Worcester-based piemaker is a beloved brand in New England, but few people knew how close the century-old company came to baking its last serving. Continue reading →

innovation economy

Fewer reports. More action. Mass. needs to step up its startup game in the post-COVID economy.

The state needs to present a more unified message on why this is a good place for entrepreneurs. Continue reading →

Obituaries

William H. Dilday Jr., history-making Black executive in TV, dies at 85

William H. Dilday Jr., history-making Black executive in TV, dies at 85 Continue reading →

Obituaries

William H. Dilday Jr., history-making Black executive in TV, dies at 85

William H. Dilday Jr., history-making Black executive in TV, dies at 85 Continue reading →

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MUSIC REVIEW

It’s sunny side up at Newport Folk Festival

Despite threatening forecasts, rain and lightning never arrived Saturday during the second day of the Newport Folk Festival. Continue reading →

Music

Meet the Beyoncé superfans who’ll be cheering their queen at Gillette Stadium

Beyoncé's BeyHive is alive and well in the Boston area. Continue reading →

Dance Review

Oona Doherty brings US premiere of a searching, existential ‘Navy Blue’ to Jacob’s Pillow

The Northern Ireland choreographer and her dancers explore themes of social unrest, political oppression, and the search for meaning. Continue reading →