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Monday, December 30, 2024
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Obituaries

Jimmy Carter, 39th president and Nobel Peace Prize winner, dies at 100

Mr. Carter was a one-term president who faced economic and geopolitical headwinds, yet he built a legacy as one of the world’s leading human rights activists. Continue reading →

Data

New England’s deer population is skyrocketing. Here’s why that’s particularly a problem in Eastern Massachusetts.

The latest estimate puts the deer population in Massachusetts at a minimum of 160,000 — likely a huge undercount, according to experts. This population boom comes with serious consequences. Continue reading →

Spotlight team follow-up

‘You are the people who are stealing from you.’ The circular blame game between Steward Health and its insurer.

At stake are tens of millions of dollars for former patients and people who were injured or wronged by the company. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

Newton protester shooting case puts focus on Massachusetts self-defense laws

Self-defense cases are all about the details and someone’s perspective on them, according to lawyers who try them regularly. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Controversial red dye found in candy, drinks, and snacks could soon be banned

The Food and Drug Administration is on the cusp of deciding whether to ban a controversial bright cherry-red dye used in drinks and snacks but that has been linked to cancer in animals. Continue reading →

Nation

Four killed in a storm system that spawned tornadoes across the southern US

Officials assessed the damage on Sunday after a strong storm system moved across the southern United States over the weekend, spawning tornadoes and killing at least four people. Continue reading →

Politics

A look back at Jimmy Carter’s visits to Massachusetts

From staying overnight at a home in Clinton, to stumping for Democrats on the steps of Lynn City Hall, Jimmy Carter made many visits to the state. Continue reading →

The World

World

Syria’s de facto leader says it could take up to 4 years to hold elections

Syria’s de facto leader said that it could take up to four years to hold elections in Syria and that he plans to dissolve his Islamist group that led the country’s insurgency at an anticipated national dialogue summit for the country. Continue reading →

World

Anger and agony in South Korea after plane crash-lands, killing 179

Officials were investigating what caused the plane to crash-land, including why its landing gear appeared to have malfunctioned and whether the plane had been struck by birds. Continue reading →

World

A fourth infant dies of the winter cold in Gaza as families share blankets in seaside tents

A fourth infant has died of hypothermia in the Gaza Strip, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by nearly 15 months of war huddle in tents along the rainy, windswept coast as winter arrives. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

Five ways your health and health care should get better in 2025

From weight-loss drugs to nonopioid pain killers to AI, here are some important -- and positive -- trends in health care. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Addiction’s a disease. Jail is not the cure.

The use of involuntary commitment should always be a last resort for people with addiction issues. And when commitment is necessary, it shouldn’t require a trip to a jail. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Encountering a fellow human in need — and simply giving

We can choose to acknowledge that need or avert our attention, to relate not out of pity but rather out of our sense of common humanity. Continue reading →

Metro

Forecast

As we enter the New Year, does January look to deliver more snow?

January outlook: More cold and snow on the way? Continue reading →

Massachusetts

In wake of COVID-19, a mobile barbershop makes waves

The Clippership has traveled around the metro area since 2020. It specializes in men’s fades and straight razor shaves. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

New trial ordered for man convicted in 1984 Beverly rooming house blaze that killed 15, due to advances in ‘fire science’

The man convicted of starting a devastating 1984 rooming-house fire in Beverly that claimed the lives of 15 and spurred statewide safety reforms has been granted a new trial. Continue reading →

Sports

Patriots

Good news for Patriots: Giants’ win over Colts vaults New England into top spot in the NFL Draft

Patriots just need to lose to Buffalo next week to ensure they have the top pick. Continue reading →

bruins notebook

Morgan Geekie is finding his groove, and the Bruins are better for it

After a slow start, Geekie has 16 points on the season and six goals in December. Continue reading →

On Basketball

Once their strength, the Celtics' poor execution on defense is at the heart of their slump

A one-time elite defense is getting gashed constantly by dribble penetration. Continue reading →

Business

on the street

‘People will flock here’: After pandemic-era success, Waltham debates closing off Moody Street to cars

During COVID-19, the popular shopping strip was a pedestrian-only haven. Now, the question of whether to close it off to vehicles permanently has tensions running high. Continue reading →

on the street

Waltham, long a job growth center, may finally build the housing to match

The City Council is poised to approve a plan that would allow 4,000 units of housing to be constructed near two commuter rail stations. Continue reading →

Chesto means business

The year’s hottest Massachusetts stock? GE is in the name, and AI is the game.

Despite a setback when one of its wind turbines broke on its Vineyard Wind project, General Electric’s energy businesses are flourishing, thanks to the rising tide of artificial intelligence. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Jimmy Carter, 39th president and Nobel Peace Prize winner, dies at 100

Mr. Carter was a one-term president who faced economic and geopolitical headwinds, yet he built a legacy as one of the world’s leading human rights activists. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Charles Dolan, Cablevision founder who sat atop a media empire, dies at 98

Mr. Dolan founded HBO and created an entertainment and sports empire that included Madison Square Garden and its pro teams. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Dayle Haddon, model and actress who bucked age discrimination, dies at 76

Dayle Haddon’s life is a winding tale of reinvention, creativity, and empowerment that included starting a nonprofit dedicated to the education of young girls around the world. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

BOSTON AT A BARGAIN

Free things to do for New Year’s Eve and beyond: Ice sculptures, meditation, and more

Free events, celebrations, and other things to do in Boston this week. Continue reading →

your tv gps

This week’s TV: A new Denis Leary sitcom, the Golden Globes, and more

The Mass. native returns to a starring role on TV in "Going Dutch." Continue reading →

ASKING ERIC

Estranged sibling debates attending brother’s funeral after rejection

Advice from R. Eric Thomas. Continue reading →