Boston Globe Today | September 27, 2023

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Government shutdown is looming. Did the second debate matter?

WATCH: The government is expected to shut down. What does that mean for the candidates vying for the GOP nomination? Political reporter James Pindell weighs in. Watch →

‘Say More’ podcast in conversation with Heather Cox Richardson

WATCH: Host of the ‘Say More’ podcast Shirley Leung shares her podcast conversation with popular historian Heather Cox Richardson. Watch →

Nation

Justice Department accuses Trump lawyers of dragging their feet in documents case

The accusation of deliberate foot-dragging by the prosecutors in the office of special counsel Jack Smith was the latest salvo over the schedule of the classified documents trial, which — after weeks of contentious arguments — is set to begin in May in US District Court in Fort Pierce, Fla. Continue reading →

Nation

Court rejects Donald Trump’s bid to delay trial in wake of fraud ruling that threatens his business

The decision, by the state’s intermediate appellate court, clears the way for Judge Arthur Engoron to preside over a non-jury trial starting Monday in Manhattan in New York Attorney General Letitia James’s civil lawsuit. Continue reading →

Nation

House Republicans make their case for Biden impeachment inquiry at first hearing

The chairmen of the Oversight, Judiciary, and Ways and Means committees used the opening hearing of their impeachment inquiry to review the constitutional and legal questions involved. They are trying to show what they say are links to Biden’s son Hunter’s overseas businesses, though key witnesses said they do not yet see hard evidence of impeachable offenses. Continue reading →

World

Nagorno-Karabakh government says it will disband

The breakaway government of Nagorno-Karabakh said Thursday that it would cease to exist, formally ending more than 30 years of separatist rule, a week after a swift attack by Azerbaijan returned the mountainous enclave to Azerbaijani rule. Continue reading →

World

Western leaders urge arms manufacturing in Ukraine

The chief of NATO and the defense ministers of Britain and France have paid surprise visits to Kyiv, Ukraine, announced Thursday, in a show of continued solidarity, even as they emphasize the goal of pumping up weapons production within Ukraine. Continue reading →

World

China takes back pandas from zoos in US, UK

China is expecting its giant pandas back. The black-and-white star attractions in zoos in the United States and Britain are expected to return to their home country by the end of next year, in what analysts suggest is a possible change in tack in China’s approach to “panda diplomacy.” Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

CCC needs to get its act together

Chaos at the state cannabis regulatory body undermines the legal marijuana industry as it gets off the ground in Massachusetts. Continue reading →

OPINION

GOP presidential hopefuls fail to address the (orange) elephant in the room

Until the GOP presidential candidates tackle Donald Trump head-on, voters will ignore their visions for the country. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Mass. can help residents grapple with ‘crisis pregnancy centers’

All individuals in Massachusetts should have accurate and honest information to help them make the right decisions about their reproductive care. Continue reading →

Politics

City seeking to hire project manager to build Long Island Bridge linking Boston to recovery campus

Mayor Wu’s administration is looking to hire a project manager for the long-stalled replacement of the Long Island Bridge connecting Boston to a 35-acre recovery campus that’s gone unused since 2014. Continue reading →

Higher Education

Biden administration calls on colleges, states to prioritize diversity after Supreme Court decision to end affirmative action

The US Department of Education suggested ending admissions preferences for children of alumni and donors, sufficiently funding higher education institutions, and increasing outreach to K-12 schools that serve diverse students. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

Former Methuen police chief, officer indicted in public corruption case

Former Chief Joseph Solomon “repeatedly misused his position of authority as police chief to repeatedly undermine the law for his own benefit,” the attorney general said. Continue reading →

Sports Business

After a lengthy search, Fenway Sports Group adds Dynasty Equity as investor in Liverpool FC

Dynasty Equity, a global sports investment firm, is led by Jonathan Nelson and K. Don Cornwell. Continue reading →

Tara Sullivan

From Rory McIlroy to JT to one impressive rookie, the Ryder Cup should be a fascinating spectacle

Get ready for plenty of fist-pumping this weekend in what McIlroy calls “the purest competition in golf.” Continue reading →

on football

Six reasons to be optimistic about the Patriots’ chances against the Cowboys

Dallas started the season with blowout wins over the Giants and Jets, but several flaws were exposed in last week’s loss at Arizona. Continue reading →

Business

A new (old) sign for the ‘Old’ Hancock Tower

The insurer plans to put the sign that long graced center field at Fenway atop its Back Bay headquarters. Continue reading →

talking shop

New in town: A JP florist, a Harvard Square bookshop, and a downtown shoe store

A couple opens the floral shop of their dreams in Jamaica Plain, and other new stores. Continue reading →

Real Estate

City Council greenlights Wu’s hike to affordable housing requirement

The new policy would require that developers carve out 17 percent of new rental buildings at income-restricted affordable rents, with an additional 3 percent set aside for Section 8 voucher holders. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Najah Sallam, Lebanese singer and actress, dies at age 92

Lebanese singer and actress Najah Sallam surged to fame in the mid-20th century in the Middle East for her songs promoting pan-Arabism. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Marvin Newman, sports and street photographer, dies at 95

A renowned photographer, Marvin Newman brought a quirky, artistic eye to capturing shadows on a Chicago main street, people in front of shuttered storefronts on Coney Island in New York City, and athletes in competition, including Pittsburgh Pirate Bill Mazeroski smashing the 1960 World Series-winning home run. Continue reading →

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Books

Boston Public Library joins ‘Books Unbanned’ initiative, opening digital collection to teens, young adults across US

The program, first established by the Brooklyn Public Library last year, allows anyone from ages 13 to 26 who lives in the United States to obtain a Boston Public Library e-card to check out e-books and digital audiobooks. Continue reading →

Movies

Michael Gambon, actor who played Professor Dumbledore in 6 ‘Harry Potter’ movies, dies

Veteran actor Michael Gambon, who was known to many for his portrayal of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry Potter” films, has died, his publicist said Thursday. Continue reading →

FOOD

First-ever permanent Central Perk is opening soon in Boston. (Sorry, New York.)

“Friends” coffeehouse is set to open on Newbury Street. Continue reading →