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Thursday, August 10, 2023
Today's Headlines
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Health

Thousands with complicated disabilities languish as Massachusetts struggles with staff shortages at care programs

The people with the most extensive need for services are those most likely to be told they cannot return to the MassHealth-funded program. Continue reading →

Retail

Even as Boston tourism rebounds, small vendors struggle through the summer season

Hawkers of keychains, sunglasses, balloons, and local tours are blaming inflation and a stronger focus on big-ticket experiences for their slump in business. Continue reading →

Arts

Contested ‘Wounded Indian’ sculpture heading back to Boston after quarter-century dispute with Norfolk’s Chrysler Museum

“These ragtag guys up in Boston aren’t going away,” said the president of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association. “We’re a small organization compared to the Chrysler, but we were dead serious that we wanted this back.” Continue reading →

Jobs

Mass. guarantees workers up to 26 weeks of paid medical leave. But many don’t know that.

Some companies are punishing employees for taking time off for health or family reasons, even though the state guarantees workers up to 26 weeks of paid time off. Continue reading →

Boston Globe Today

Boston Globe Today | August 9, 2023

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What’s next after the state of emergency declaration?

WATCH: Reporter Samantha Gross on Governor Healey’s state of emergency to address the shelter crisis amidst an unprecedented influx of migrants. Watch →

No pickup in speed with MBTA slow zones

WATCH: Transportation reporter Taylor Dolven updates commuters about the latest progress the T has been making with their slow zones along the tracks. Watch →

The Nation

Nation

Special counsel obtained search warrant for Trump’s Twitter account

The warrant is the first known example of prosecutors directly searching Trump’s communications and adds a new dimension to the scope of the special counsel’s efforts to investigate the former president. Continue reading →

Nation

At least 6 killed in wildfires that devastated parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui, official says

Crews on Maui were battling multiple blazes concentrated in two areas: the tourist destination of West Maui and an inland, mountainous region. Continue reading →

Elections

Previously secret memo laid out strategy for Trump to overturn Biden’s win

The existence of the Dec. 6, 2020, memo came to light in last week’s indictment of Trump, though its details remained unclear. Continue reading →

The World

World

Two dead in a Russian attack on a Ukrainian city while a blast near Moscow kills one and wounds dozens

A Russian rocket attack on Wednesday killed two people and wounded at least seven others in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, which is near Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, Ukrainian officials said. Continue reading →

World

Dozens of migrants die after boat sinks in Strait of Sicily

Dozens of migrants died after their boat capsized in the Strait of Sicily, with just a handful rescued, survivors reported Wednesday, as yet another perilous attempt to cross the Mediterranean in a rickety, unsuitable vessel ended in disaster. Continue reading →

World

Dam in Norway partially bursts after days of heavy rain, flooding, and evacuations

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre warned that flooding would continue to be a threat as excess water flows downstream. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

Trump trial should be televised

It’s the United States v. Donald J. Trump — a former president is being prosecuted in our name. We have a right to be there. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Holden wants to hold the line on housing. It mustn’t win that fight.

More than one town’s NIMBYism is at stake in a new lawsuit. Continue reading →

LETTERS

The bar for Republicans’ integrity is too low

How does refusing to commit a crime and instead doing what is minimally required by law merit elevation to hero status? Continue reading →

Metro

Crime & Courts

Nurse from N.H. and her child released after abduction in Haiti, aid group says

Alix Dorsainvil, a 31-year-old nurse, and her child have been released after being held hostage in Port au Prince, the Christian humanitarian group she works for said Wednesday. Continue reading →

Politics

Healey signs $56 billion state budget more than a month into fiscal year

In signing the budget, Massachusetts becomes one of the last states in the country to approve a spending plan for the fiscal year that began 39 days ago. Continue reading →

Immigration

In our immigrant crisis, an opportunity

Welcoming the immigrants is also the smart thing to do. They’re good for Massachusetts, and we desperately need them. Continue reading →

Sports

red sox notebook

Bruised heel is vexing Justin Turner, who expects the effects of the injury to linger

Turner dismissed the idea of going on the injured list, and the Red Sox offense clearly is hurting without him at full strength. Continue reading →

Christopher L. Gasper

Warning, Boston College: This latest college football realignment should have you nervous

If estimable Stanford can be tossed aside like a candy wrapper, then the same fate could befall BC if the Atlantic Coast Conference fractured. Continue reading →

on soccer

World Cup 2023: All eight quarterfinalists sound the same confident note: Why not us?

Except for Japan, every country that has won this global festival has been eliminated. So the dream is up for grabs. Continue reading →

Business

Technology

Ginkgo Bioworks preps early-warning systems for next pandemic

The Boston company is monitoring airplane toilet waste for traces of new diseases, among other projects. Continue reading →

Commercial

Toast moving across town to Fort Point for its new headquarters

In a cost-saving move from the Fenway, the restaurant tech company will sublease space in the former LogMeIn headquarters. Continue reading →

Cybersecurity

Rapid7’s deep layoffs follow years of acquisitions and falling stock price

CEO Corey Thomas said the Boston cybersecurity firm would cut nearly 500 jobs, shrink its real estate footprint, and make a shift away from the “everything” strategy. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Paul Brodeur, environmental writer who exposed dangers of asbestos, dies at 92

Mr. Brodeur's investigative reporting “can be credited for saving thousands of lives,” wrote Richard Lemen, a retired assistant US surgeon general. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Robbie Robertson, lead guitarist and songwriter of The Band, dies at 80

Besides their successful run backing Bob Dylan, The Band reshaped and influenced American music with Robertson-written classics such as “The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek,” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.” Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Arts

Local SAG-AFTRA members rally on Boston Common against ‘greedy, greedy network executives’

The rally was the second held on Boston Common since SAG-AFTRA announced its strike on July 13. Continue reading →

Dance

Boston Ballet announces roster for 2023-2024 season

Seven new company dancers, among them a new principal, join Boston Ballet, while Boston Ballet II adds eight dancers. Continue reading →

Lifestyle

Documentary about Gazmine Mason, professional Black bowler from Cranston, to premiere at Rhode Island film festival

Gazmine Mason — also known as “GG” — has blazed a trail in the sport, becoming the first Black person to win singles and all events gold for Team USA. Continue reading →