Boston Globe Today | October 23, 2023

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House chaos, Trump's Georgia problem, Minnesota Democrat eyes White House

WATCH: Reporter James Pindell weighs in on the chaos in Congress, Trump’s legal fight in Georgia, and explains why Biden isn’t on the ballot in New Hampshire. Watch →

Cancer among younger people on the rise

WATCH: Healthcare reporter Felice Freyer explains the connection between the environment and a rising number of cancer cases among people under 50. Watch →

Nation

‘Five families’ and factions within factions: Why the House GOP can’t unite

First, House Republicans chose an establishment guy to be their speaker. But the hard right got sick of him and dumped him after nine months. Then they turned to his No. 2, another mainstream conservative, who was promptly blocked. Then they tried an ultraconservative candidate, but mainstream members struck back, quickly killing his candidacy. Continue reading →

Nation

Even with carbon emissions cuts, a key part of Antarctica is doomed to slow collapse, study says

No matter how much the world cuts back on carbon emissions, a key and sizable chunk of Antarctica is essentially doomed to an "unavoidable" melt, a new study found. Continue reading →

Nation

University of Michigan slithers toward history with massive acquisition of jarred snake specimens

The development places the university in a unique position, according to Schneider, the research museum collections manager for the museum's division of reptiles and amphibians. Continue reading →

World

War in Ukraine is cruel math: Blood for land

As Russia mounted wave after wave of attacks over the summer, Sergeant Mykola Rogozovets and fellow members of his unit started drawing little plus signs in the dirt of their bunker while artillery shook the ground around them. Continue reading →

World

Maduro antagonist on track to win Venezuela primary

A center-right candidate appeared headed to victory in Venezuela on Monday in a primary election to choose an opposition candidate to compete in presidential elections next year — a vote that could prove pivotal to the fate of a country that has endured a decade of economic crisis and authoritarian governance. Continue reading →

World

After presidential race surprise, Argentine economy minister and right-wing populist look to runoff

Argentina’s economy minister and the antiestablishment upstart he faces in a presidential runoff next month began competing Monday to shore up the moderate voters they need. Continue reading →

OPINION

Three things Washington got wrong before the Hamas attack on Israel

What is now known about the attack debunks widely accepted arguments among Washington’s policy establishment. Recognizing this major discrepancy is crucial as the region enters a new phase of the conflict and an expected ground war. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Boston City Council: Globe endorses Louijeune, Mejia, Murphy, and Santana for at-large seats

Three incumbents, and one newcomer, should help steer the City Council away from its dysfunction of the last two years. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Divert US hospital ship to help treat casualties in Gaza

Stocked with medical equipment and supplies and staffed with experienced Navy health care personnel, this ship and its crew would be an outstanding medical asset for the crisis. Continue reading →

Health

EPA proposes full ban on chemical linked to Woburn leukemia cluster

The childhood cancer cases and subsequent litigation were chronicled in “A Civil Action.” Continue reading →

Politics

Allegations of an inappropriate text, toxic work environment directed at Boston City Hall Cabinet chief

The city of Boston paid $40,000 in severance to a former employee who had accused Brianna Millor of fostering a toxic work environment and threatened to sue for discrimination and retaliation, according to city records. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

Logan Clegg found guilty of murder, all other charges in slaying of retired New Hampshire couple

Jurors found Clegg guilty of shooting Stephen Reid and Djeswende Reid multiple times after encountering them randomly on a quiet trail near their home. No motive was ever disclosed for the killing. Continue reading →

COMMENTARY

Astros utility player Mauricio Dubón one that got away from the Red Sox

Dubón being included in a trade prior to the 2017 season was one deal former Red Sox president of baseball ops Dave Dombrowski missed on. Continue reading →

Christopher L. Gasper

Bill Belichick delivered two messages Sunday, all in one: He’s not going down without a fight

The under-fire coach was in dire need of statistical and strategic victories, and he got both. Continue reading →

ON BASKETBALL

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship a complex one, but one built around trust, respect, and the thirst for a championship

The duo, about to begin their seventh season together, both said they are committed to Boston, committed to winning a championship, and they know the other is necessary to reach that pinnacle. Continue reading →

bold types

From Boston to Belfast: Kennedy leads trade delegation to Northern Ireland

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

TALKING SHOP

Snowport holiday market set to return to the Seaport, and Trillfit plans a comeback

The Holiday Market at Snowport — now in its third year — opens on November 10 with dozens of women- and minority-owned New England businesses filling its stalls. Continue reading →

Business

Massachusetts Convention Center Authority falls short in diversity and inclusion, report finds

The 112-page report, commissioned by the agency, comes after allegations earlier this year from employees that the agency has fostered an environment rife with racial discrimination. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Tasha Butts, Georgetown women’s basketball coach, dies at 41

Ms. Butts, a former WNBA player, had also coached at Georgia Tech and LSU. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Dr. Roland Pattillo, 89, champion for the provider of ‘immortal’ cells, dies

The gynecologic oncologist helped build the legacy and understanding of Henrietta Lacks, a young, impoverished Black woman who died of cervical cancer in 1951 yet whose cells lived on and made medical history. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Betsy Rawls, 4-time US Open champion and top administrator, dies at 95

“There are simply not many careers that can compare to Betsy's,” said Mike Whan, the CEO of the USGA. Continue reading →

LOVE LETTERS

I think I want a postnuptial agreement

Is that a thing? Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

Boston Phil starts off 45th season with style

Soloist Guy Braunstein brought strength and sensitivity to the program also featuring Rossini’s William Tell Overture and Beethoven’s Seventh. Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

Paul Lewis creates Beethovenian bliss with the BSO

The English pianist performed all five of Beethoven’s piano concertos with the orchestra and music director Andris Nelsons, and demonstrated why he’s one of the best living interpreters of Beethoven. Continue reading →