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Saturday, October 19, 2024
Today's Headlines
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ANALYSIS

In a key Wisconsin county, voters are gripped by fear over who will win the presidential election

More than 50 voters interviewed repeatedly used words like “anxious,” “apprehensive,” “scared,” “worried,” and “terrified” to describe their feelings about the other party’s candidate winning. Continue reading →

AS I SEE IT

‘What an amazing place. I don’t feel alone.’ At Dog Mountain, a tribute to unconditional love.

Dog Mountain, featuring its one-of-a-kind Dog Chapel, is a valentine to man’s (and woman’s) best friend. Continue reading →

Climate

Zillow added climate risk data to its for-sale listings. Not everyone in the real estate game is happy.

The risk scores affect an enormous number of properties in Massachusetts: more than 150,000. Continue reading →

RI BUSINESS

CVS ousts CEO Karen Lynch, names Caremark head David Joyner as new chief

The new CEO took over after CVS repeatedly missed earnings targets, setting off unrest among shareholders. Continue reading →

World

Sinwar’s death was a victory for Israel. But can the U.S. persuade it to ‘take the win’?

Nothing in President Joe Biden's face-offs with Netanyahu suggests that the Israeli prime minister will take his advice or seize the chance to turn the military victories into a lasting political accomplishment. Continue reading →

Boston Globe Today

Drake Maye vies for first win

WATCH: Columnist Tara Sullivan is in London for Sunday’s game against the Jaguars. She breaks down what the rookie QB needs to improve on to bring home a win. Continue reading →

Blame Bill Belichick for Patriots roster?

WATCH: New England is short on talent and wins. So, whose fault is it? Reporter Jim McBride weighs in. Continue reading →

Boston’s NWSL team name is 'terrible'

WATCH: BOS Nation FC’s name and branding were met with dismay from many fans. And reporter Jim McBride agrees with the critics. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Serious infections linked to dementia risk, study shows

Getting sick feels bad in the moment and may affect your brain in the longer term. Continue reading →

POLITICAL NOTEBOOK

Redacted evidence released in Trump election case

National political roundup Continue reading →

The World

World

Biden, in Germany, urges unwavering support for Ukraine

BERLIN — Sidelined at home in the waning days of the campaign to succeed him, President Joe Biden made a brief return to the global spotlight Friday, rallying allies in support of Ukraine and basking in praise from the German government. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

Why voters should pass Question 4

Psychedelics allow the brain to get reorganized and process information from a new perspective, making mind and brain temporarily more malleable and able to learn. Continue reading →

Opinion

Legalizing psychedelics is dangerous — vote no on Question 4

Legalization would allow broad access to powerful substances with serious risks without proper regulation. Continue reading →

LETTERS

A ‘yes’ vote on Question 1

Such an audit is in fact an instantiation of checks and balances. Continue reading →

Metro

Crime & Courts

Karen Read case cost State Police more than $250,000

The State Police security involved uniformed troopers monitoring the crowds who came out in support of Read, as well as counter protestors. Continue reading →

Metro

Another ‘wicked high tide’ will bring flooding this weekend. What’s in store for the winter flood season?

The tidal flooding comes as a poignant reminder that the region is approaching flood season. Continue reading →

Metro

Everett woman alleges she was racially profiled, assaulted at Danvers farm after picking apples with her family

Nicole Pepin, who is Hispanic, said she plans to pursue assault and discrimination charges against Connors Farm. Continue reading →

Sports

celtics

Jordan Walsh feels more connected with his Celtics teammates and could have a bigger role

There is much more helpful communication in his second year — and they're even passing him the ball. Continue reading →

red sox

Red Sox farmhand Mikey Romero turns hardship and even tragedy into a resolve to succeed

The infielder made impressive strides this year, despite dealing with the death of his father and some setbacks due to injuries. Continue reading →

ON BASEBALL

Dodgers do the postseason calculus, retreat to Los Angeles as Mets keep their dream season alive

Might the series already be over had the Dodgers taken advantage of their opportunity in the first inning on Friday? We’ll never know, because not doing so gave life to the Mets. Continue reading →

Business

Business

‘A rip-off’: students secure a final settlement against Walden University

WASHINGTON — For years, Dr. Aljanal Carroll was too ashamed to look at her degree from Walden University, let alone put it on display. Continue reading →

Jobs

Hiring shows signs of losing steam in Massachusetts, new jobs report shows

The state’s labor market is still relatively healthy compared to a year ago, data suggest. Continue reading →

BOLD TYPES

CarGurus unveils fancy new office, high above Back Bay

On Thursday, chief executive Jason Trevisan kicked off a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new Boylston Street headquarters by talking about its humble beginnings. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Richard V. Secord, general embroiled in Iran-contra affair, dies at 92

General Secord was the point man for the transactions in the Iran-contra affair, the arms-for-hostages scandal that metastasized into the most serious crisis of the Reagan administration. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

MUSIC REVIEW

Maggie Rogers had swagger to spare at her TD Garden show

The folk pop singer came to Boston on her "Don't Forget Me Tour: Part II." Continue reading →

Lifestyle

Boston Halloween events and things to do for Halloweekend and beyond

Oct. 31 lands on a Thursday this year, meaning the weekend before and days leading up are packed with plenty to do. Continue reading →

CLASSICAL REVIEW | A.Z. MADONNA

Xian Zhang raises the bar — and her baton — conducting BSO

Making her Symphony Hall debut with this program, Zhang landed on the podium like a dynamo. Continue reading →