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Politics

Some progressives split with Biden and the Democrats on unqualified support for Israel

The dynamic is on display in the Massachusetts congressional delegation, where Senator Ed Markey and Representative Ayanna Pressley joined their colleagues in condemning the attacks but stopped short of full support for Israel in how it responds. Continue reading →

Higher Education

Harvard president addresses Israel-Hamas war after blowback over university’s response

Shockwaves from the war between Israel and Hamas rippled through Harvard’s campus this week after student groups published an incendiary statement that appeared to justify Saturday’s terrorist attack. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Frank Chin, Chinatown activist who built community’s political power, dies

“Your vote is like money in your pocket,” Mr. Chin told Asian American residents, encouraging them to sign up to take part in democracy. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

Another patient sues former Brigham and Women’s doctor, alleging he sexually abused her during medical exams

Marianne “Mimi” DiTrani alleged Dr. Derrick Todd “sexually exploited, abused, harassed, and molested” her under the guise of medical treatment, according to legal filings. Continue reading →

World

Israel retakes towns near Gaza as its military readies major offensive

Israeli troops mostly retook control of towns near the Gaza Strip from Palestinian gunmen on Tuesday, four days after fighters for the militant group Hamas assailed Israeli civilians and soldiers in devastating attacks that killed hundreds, wounded thousands, and put the grieving country on the brink of a major military operation. Continue reading →

Boston Globe Today

Boston Globe Today | October 10, 2023

Watch the full episode of Boston Globe Today from October 10, 2023. Watch →

BC swimmers & divers push back on hazing suspension

WATCH: BC suspended the swimming & diving teams due to hazing allegations. Sports producer Emma Healy explains why some parents are challenging the narrative. Watch →

Children of Alzheimer's: Felice Freyer's story

WATCH: Boston Globe health reporter Felice Freyer turns the table on herself to discuss how Alzheimer's has impacted her family. Watch →

The Nation

Nation

Citing Trump’s online attacks, US prosecutors seek protections for potential jurors in election case

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday urged the judge overseeing Donald Trump’s election interference case in Washington to take steps to protect the identity of prospective jurors, citing the former president’s “continued use of social media as a weapon of intimidation in court proceedings.” Continue reading →

Nation

Fraud trial: Trump acknowledged penthouse size at 11,000 square feet, not 30,000 he later claimed

Donald Trump signed a document 30 years ago that gave the true size of his New York penthouse, which was later listed as far larger on financial statements, according to evidence Tuesday at the former president’s civil business fraud trial. Continue reading →

Nation

House disarray leaves path for Israel aid uncertain

Congressional leaders in both parties have pledged to approve emergency military support to Israel for its war against Hamas, but gridlock over federal spending and the Republican leadership crisis engulfing the House have raised questions about how and when such aid could be delivered. Continue reading →

The World

World

Zelensky says Gaza war furthers Russian aims

In remarks released on social media on Monday night, Zelensky, who has repeatedly expressed support for Israel, also appeared to seek to rally support for his country at a time when Ukraine is facing stiff Russian resistance on the battlefield amid signs of wavering support among a few of its allies. Continue reading →

World

Russia is denied a seat on the UN Human Rights Council

Russia failed to regain a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council after a majority of countries in the General Assembly voted against it on Tuesday, a sign that support for international efforts to isolate Moscow for its war in Ukraine remains significant after nearly 20 months of fighting. Continue reading →

World

Putin offers muted response to attack on Israel. That speaks volumes.

President Vladimir Putin of Russia has long cast himself as a friend of Israel and the Jewish people. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

After Hamas attack, Israel will protect its people and its future

Hamas has always been clear and consistent about its goal: the destruction of Israel. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

US must stand with Israel in face of barbaric war crimes

The Biden administration is doing the right thing in sending military aid to Israel. If congressional authorization is needed for additional aid, Congress needs to find a way to pass that legislation, regardless of its internal disarray. Continue reading →

OPINION

Israel and Gaza: In the futility of modern war, there are no winners

Nearly 2,000 people have reportedly been killed. Every war has atrocities, but this nascent battle is shaping up to be a war of atrocities. Continue reading →

Metro

Crime & Courts

Medfield man pleads not guilty to charges in fatal boat crash in Dennis

David Sullivan, who was indicted Sept. 29, appeared in Barnstable Superior Court and pleaded not guilty to multiple charges in connection with the boat crash that killed 17-year-old Sadie Mauro. He was released on $5,000 cash bail, his lawyer said. Continue reading →

Animals

Is your dog high? Here’s how to tell, and what to do next.

Your dog ate your homework, your lunch, and your weed? Local veterinarians warn that marijuana is harmful to pets. Continue reading →

Politics

Mass. police chiefs group come out against House’s gun bill

The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, which represents both municipal and campus police chiefs, conducted a poll Tuesday in which members unanimously voted against supporting the bill in its current form, its executive director said. Continue reading →

Sports

On Hockey

One constant for the Bruins as they prepare to drop the puck on their 100th season? Change.

They open with the Blackhawks at TD Garden Wednesday, the start of a centennial celebration with the backdrop of many roster moves. Continue reading →

christopher l. gasper

This season is Bill Belichick’s greatest challenge — and the biggest threat to his job

He must salvage a talent-deficient team of his own making before the season splinters into a million tiny pieces even he can’t glue back together. Continue reading →

Dan Shaughnessy

The Celtics draft pick who chose the priesthood over the NBA

“I decided that I wanted to live a life in which — at the end of my life — I had done good for other people,” Earle Markey said. Continue reading →

Business

Business

Star witness Caroline Ellison says FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried hoped to be US president someday

Caroline Ellison, the tech executive who ran Sam Bankman-Fried‘s hedge fund while sometimes dating him, testified Tuesday that he directed her to commit crimes before his cryptocurrency empire collapsed last November. She also revealed that her former boss and boyfriend thought he might be US president someday. Continue reading →

Business

Dana-Farber, Beth Israel unveil $1.68 billion cancer hospital project

The 300-bed cancer hospital would fulfill a longstanding vision Dana-Farber has had about how to deliver care. Continue reading →

innovation economy

Venture capital firms are turning to AI for a competitive edge. Will it work?

Cambridge VC firm Flagship Pioneering formed a group last year, called Pioneering Intelligence, that employs 15 people who are building AI tools for the investors and their startups. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Frank Chin, Chinatown activist who built community’s political power, dies

“Your vote is like money in your pocket,” Mr. Chin told Asian American residents, encouraging them to sign up to take part in democracy. Continue reading →

Obituaries

104-year-old Chicago woman dies days after making a skydive that could put her in the record books

Dorothy Hoffner’s close friend, Joe Conant, said she was found dead Monday morning by staff at the Brookdale Lake View senior living community. Conant said Hoffner apparently died in her sleep on Sunday night. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Kevin Phillips, 82, who foresaw GOP’s Southern strategy, dies

Kevin Phillips, a self-taught ethnographer whose groundbreaking findings in the mid-1960s heralded what he called an “emerging Republican majority” in national politics, based on a so-called Southern strategy that would help the party win five of the next six presidential elections, died Monday in Naples, Florida. He was 82. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

MOVIES

Boston Asian American Film Festival brings Asian American stories to the big screen

BAAFF celebrates its 15th anniversary with a diversity of voices. Continue reading →

GETTING SALTY

This professional dog walker unleashes her passion for cooking at Bar Mezzana

We caught up with the chef de cuisine to talk about her love for canines and pozole, and her undying adoration for Halloween. Continue reading →

FOOD

Trendy and tasty, tinned fish is both a ho-hum pantry staple and the hottest party fare

It's been around for a long time, but only recently achieved gourmet status. Here's why the shelf-stable snack is perfect for today’s more casual (and curious) eating styles. Continue reading →