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Business

‘You don’t know what you have till it’s gone’: Here’s what people miss most after leaving Massachusetts

From top-rated health care to walkable neighborhoods to cultural hotspots, people who have departed Greater Boston in the last few years say there's a lot they feel they left behind. Continue reading →

Cambridge and Somerville

What’s in a name? The mall formerly known as the CambridgeSide Galleria finds out.

The East Cambridge stalwart is testing the bounds of appellation alchemy with a food court turned “food hall.” Continue reading →

Immigration

‘We’ve got to prepare for the worst’: State’s sanctuary cities vow to protect immigrants as Trump threatens mass deportations

Some local officials and legal advocates worry that in a second Trump administration, Massachusetts could face far more aggressive immigration enforcement. Continue reading →

World

Australia has barred everyone under 16 from social media. Will it work?

As with many countries’ regulations on alcohol or tobacco, the law will create a new category of “age-restricted social media platforms” accessible only to those 16 and older. How that digital carding will happen, though, is a tricky question. Continue reading →

Boston Globe Today

Cellphones: A classroom distraction? Or an emergency lifeline?

WATCH: The crack down is putting teachers and students at odds. Reporter James Vaznis dials into both sides. Watch →

OPINION: Dating’s double standard

WATCH: Contributor and author Karen Stabiner explains how the “DiCaprio effect” is making finding love hard for women in their 50s. Watch →

Sleeping in separate beds could be the key to a happy relationship

WATCH: Is it a sleep divorce? Or a sleep vacation? Reporter Beth Teitell answers. Watch →

The Nation

Nation

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Big balloons, wet weather and 21 protesters arrested

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off Thursday morning in New York City with a steady rain that added ponchos and umbrellas to the lineup of balloons, floats and star-studded performances. Continue reading →

Nation

The US is building an early warning system to detect geoengineering

The work taking place at NOAA and Sandia demonstrates how geoengineering has transformed from the stuff of science fiction to a source of growing concern for the government. Continue reading →

Nation

Regulators cracked down on sweet vapes after use by kids spiked. Now the Supreme Court is wading in.

Vaping is coming before the Supreme Court next week as federal regulators ask the high court to uphold its block on sweet, flavored products following a spike in youth e-cigarette use. Continue reading →

The World

World

Georgia suspends talks on joining the EU for 4 years, accusing the bloc of ‘blackmail’

The statement by the prime minister came hours after he was reappointed to the job by members of the governing Georgian Dream party after its disputed victory in last month’s parliamentary election that has sparked protests and led to an opposition boycott of parliament. Continue reading →

World

Russia launches huge bombardment of Ukraine and signals more to come

While attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure have long been a tactic used by Russia, some analysts say both sides are also trying to improve their negotiating position before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Continue reading →

World

Romania court orders a recount after surprise election result

The recount may disrupt the runoff. If the first-round results are not certified, Romania cannot move on to the second round. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

EDITORIAL

Ukraine deserves a chance for peace and stability

Trump will be judged by the deal his administration cuts to guarantee Kyiv’s sovereignty. Continue reading →

OPINION

Obesity’s stubborn political divide

The bitter irony is that Republican policies in states with high obesity rates only exacerbate the gaps in health outcomes. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Social Security is alive, fairly well, and essential as ever

"Social Security doesn’t need 'fixing' — by reducing benefits or privatization. What it needs is for high earners to begin paying their fair share into the system." Continue reading →

Metro

Massachusetts

National Day of Mourning in Plymouth draws hundreds to protest treatment of Indigenous people

The ceremony dates back to 1970 when Kisha James‘s grandfather was invited to speak at a commemoration of the 350th anniversary of the Pilgrims’ arrival in Plymouth. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

‘The people’s roof.’ Bus shelters get makeover with help from city and youth.

The roofs are one of the initiatives created under Mayor Michelle Wu’s Heat Plan and Boston’s Green New Deal. Continue reading →

NH CRIME

N.H. jury finds former youth center leader guilty of holding down a teen during sexual assault in 1998

Bradley Asbury, now 70, was found guilty on two counts of being an accomplice to aggravated sexual assault at the former Sununu Youth Services Center in Manchester. Continue reading →

Sports

Sports

21 pickleball courts, an Italian restaurant, and a child care center: Take a look inside Bosse in Natick Mall

Fans of one of the fastest-growing sports have a deluxe new indoor option in the space that formerly housed Neiman Marcus. Continue reading →

beat writer's notebook

Joe Mazzulla explains his concept of a ‘fast-paced’ game, and other Celtics thoughts

The coach wants the Celtics to play fast, but not always in the conventional sense of just sprinting for dunks and layups. Continue reading →

bruins

Brad Marchand’s second effort in an impressive third period stood out in Bruins’ latest win

The Bruins captain had two goals in the first period against the Islanders, then he showed the way for his teammates with his relentless play in the third. Continue reading →

Business

Business

‘You don’t know what you have till it’s gone’: Here’s what people miss most after leaving Massachusetts

From top-rated health care to walkable neighborhoods to cultural hotspots, people who have departed Greater Boston in the last few years say there's a lot they feel they left behind. Continue reading →

CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

Highway rest areas could see big changes under a statewide overhaul

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation sought bids from companies looking to operate and rebuild 18 service plazas, most of which are along the Mass. Pike. Continue reading →

Healthcare

From the ER to your house: Why hospitals are treating patients at home

The hospital-at-home movement has proliferated during the past decade, reshaping how acute care is delivered and health systems are financed. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Clifton R. Wharton Jr., pioneering Black educator, CEO, and State Department official, dies at 98

Dr. Wharton has been “a quiet pioneer, and a pioneer in many, many areas,” said Michael G. Contompasis, a former Boston Latin headmaster. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Female racing pioneer ‘Motorcycle Mary’ McGee dies a day before documentary on her is released

She became the first person — man or woman — to complete the grueling Baja 500 off-road race in Mexico solo, which she did in 1975. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Paul Caponigro, photographer in love with nature, dies at 91

The Boston native matched his deep love of nature with a painter's sense of natural light and shadow, movement and stillness. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Lifestyle

Dulcimers, crutches, air fryers, giant Jengas. Libraries aren’t just for books anymore.

Thanks to the Library of Things, "Theoretically, you could borrow everything you need for a weekend camping trip from the library." Continue reading →

MUSIC

‘It’s so silly, so goofy.’ Get ready for Tuba Christmas on Saturday in Downtown Crossing.

For one day only, tuba players get to carry the melody. And you can witness the low brass magic for free. Continue reading →

DOCUMENTARY REVIEW

Two weeks in the life

New archival footage of the band's introduction to America blends well with modern-day interviews about the Beatles' influence. Continue reading →