Boston Globe Today | October 16, 2023

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GOP blames Biden for Israel-Hamas war. Policy experts disagree.

WATCH: Political reporter Jim Puzzanghera discusses the current U.S. foreign policy strategy in the Middle East. Watch →

Dan Shaughnessy is done with these Patriots

WATCH: Columnist and associate editor Dan Shaughnessy weighs in on Mac Jones' shortcomings, where it all went wrong for Bill Belichick, and what comes next. Watch →

Nation

Judge imposes limited gag order on Trump in election case

A judge imposed a limited gag order on former president Donald Trump on Monday, restricting Trump from making public statements attacking the witnesses and specific prosecutors or court staff members involved in the federal case concerning his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Continue reading →

Nation

Families separated at border by Trump reach settlement

Lawyers representing thousands of families separated at the southern border during a Trump administration crackdown have reached a settlement with the federal government that enables the migrants to remain in the United States and apply for asylum, putting them on the path to permanent legal residency. Continue reading →

Nation

For American evangelicals who back Israel, ‘neutrality isn’t an option’

The Rev. Jared Wellman took the stage Sunday morning at Tate Springs Baptist Church, 7,000 miles west of Jerusalem, to talk to his congregation about Israel. Continue reading →

World

Russia’s assault on a key eastern Ukraine city reported to be weakening as the war marks 600 days

Ukrainian forces repelled 15 Russian attacks from four directions on Avdiivka over the previous 24 hours, the Ukrainian General Staff said. Continue reading →

World

Four Ukrainian children abducted to Russia return home after Qatar intervention

The removal of children to Russia has been one of the most painful issues for Ukraine since Moscow launched its invasion last year; Ukraine’s government as well as parents and humanitarian groups have made strenuous efforts to get the children back. Continue reading →

World

Satellite photos show how Russia could be shipping arms from North Korea

The United States has repeatedly accused Russia for more than a year of buying weapons from North Korea. Continue reading →

OPINION

Not all young people view the 2024 New Hampshire primary the same

Whether you attribute that to selfishness or the very real challenges of life in 2023, it’s a warning to Democrats. Continue reading →

OPINION

The US should open its doors to displaced Palestinians amid Israel-Hamas war

Any politician who conflates Gazans — and the rest of the Palestinian population — with the terrorist group is being willfully ignorant. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Memo to chiefs: Gun control is your business too

ATF makes clear enforcement begins at the local level. Continue reading →

North Shore

Deaths of two divers have Cape Ann scuba community asking questions

Authorities have yet to announce how two experienced divers died on an easy test dive last week off a beach in Rockport. Continue reading →

Metro

Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators rally in Copley Square

Demonstrators carrying signs reading, “Free Palestine!” “End the Occupation Now!” and “Let Gaza Live!” spilled across the steps of the Boston Public Library’s main branch amid sporadic rain and later marched through the Back Bay, chanting, “Free, free, Palestine!” and “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free!” Continue reading →

Politics

Aides to Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui of Cambridge allege toxic workplace behavior

Siddiqui has positioned herself as a progressive champion, promising to lift the city’s lowest. But eight women who have worked for Siddiqui since 2017 allege that the mayor created a toxic work environment at odds with her public image. Continue reading →

ON BASEBALL

On the way to a 2-0 series lead, Rangers hitting coach Tim Hyers borrowed the approach of the 2018 Red Sox

In a new ballpark with expansive facilities and, yes, another well-paid lineup, Hyers has built a wrecking crew similar to the lineups he had in Boston. Continue reading →

tara sullivan

Looking ahead or looking back, it all looks grim for the Patriots

The Saints and Raiders were opponents they should have had a chance to beat. And now they get the Bills and Dolphins. Continue reading →

on football

NFL Week 6: Quarterback injuries are piling up around the league

Eight of 32 starting quarterbacks either didn’t play Sunday or got hurt during the game, and that doesn’t include Aaron Rodgers or Kyler Murray. Continue reading →

Business

‘Best commute I’ve ever had’: Red Line shutdown gives Fairmount Line a chance to shine

Over the next two weeks, the line is getting its chance to show what public transportation can be. Continue reading →

bold types

Year Up’s Chertavian finds a successor in Ellen McClain

Bold Types is our weekly roundup of movers and shakers on Boston's business scene. Continue reading →

Technology

First electric aircraft charging station in Mass. lands on the South Shore

Aviation startup Beta Technologies unveiled the state's first aircraft charging station at Marshfield Municipal Airport. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Phyllis Coates, the first Lois Lane on TV’s ‘Superman,’ dies at 96

A one-time chorus girl, Ms. Coates brought the iconic character to the small screen in 1952. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Phyllis Coates, the first Lois Lane on TV’s ‘Superman,’ dies at 96

A one-time chorus girl, Ms. Coates brought the iconic character to the small screen in 1952. Continue reading →

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LOVE LETTERS

A year later, it’s the same problem

We still haven’t met in person. Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

Maluma is a captivating ‘Don Juan’ at Agganis Arena

During his energetic set Sunday night, the Colombian singer alternately crooned heartfelt ballads and commanded the dance floor while thrilling the crowd. Continue reading →

Theater

With a reimagined show, Blue Man Group adds some new hues

The refresh is the first major overhaul to the company’s Boston production since 2011 and includes a new finale. Continue reading →