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Friday, January 24, 2025
Today's Headlines
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Massachusetts

‘Everyone here is panicked’: In Trump’s first days, hysteria engulfs Mass. immigrant communities

It remained unclear whether federal authorities had done anything different during the first few days of Trump’s term. Continue reading →

Higher Education

‘Nothing short of a bombshell.’ Trump takes aim at DEI — and universities.

The president's sweeping executive order threatens investigations of universities with endowments over $1 billion. Continue reading →

Media

In Plymouth, a clash between a news startup and town officials over daily reporting

As new outlets revive coverage in their cities and towns, the case in Plymouth shows how some public officials react to the scrutiny. Continue reading →

Health

Massachusetts to receive more than $100 million from landmark opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma, Sacklers

The $7.4 billion deal with the OxyContin maker creates a controversial legal-defense fund for the Sacklers. Continue reading →

Politics

Judge temporarily blocks Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship

A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked President Trump’s executive order to end automatic citizenship for babies born on US soil, dealing the president his first setback as he attempts to upend the nation’s immigration laws and reverse decades of precedent. Continue reading →

Boston Globe Today

Trump’s first week filled with executive orders, pardons

Washington Bureau chief Jackie Kucinich and political reporter James Pindell unpack it all. Watch →

Push for a 'permanent ceasefire' between Israel and Hamas

A temporary ceasefire has allowed in aid, but humanitarian support is “still being restricted,” said Abby Maxman, CEO of Boston-based Oxfam America. Watch →

Gen Z’s solution to loneliness is exercise

Some swear by sweat, music, and community. Correspondent Lila Hempel-Edgers explains the mental health benefits of workout classes. Watch →

The Nation

Politics

Senate pushes Hegseth toward approval as GOP discounts new allegations

On a 51-49 vote, Republicans cleared away the final hurdle to a confirmation vote now expected Friday evening. Continue reading →

Nation

Progress is made on a huge fire north of Los Angeles while new fires erupt in Southern California

Evacuation orders have been lifted for tens of thousands of people as firefighters with air support have slowed the spread of a huge wildfire churning through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles. Continue reading →

Nation

To gain a court seat, Republicans seek to throw out thousands of votes

Most elections are decided at the ballot box. This one may be decided in court - by the very justices who will sit alongside whoever is ultimately declared the winner. Continue reading →

The World

World

Panic spreads in eastern Congo’s largest city as rebels battling the army close in on Goma

M23 is one of about 100 armed groups that have been vying for a foothold in mineral-rich eastern Congo, in a decades-long conflict that has created one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises. Continue reading →

World

Hamas takes charge in Gaza after 15 months of war

Since the cease-fire started, Hamas has been working overtime to show it still controls Gaza, even after Israel killed thousands of its members and demolished its tunnels and weapons factories. Continue reading →

World

ICC prosecutor requests warrants for Afghan Taliban leaders over persecution of women

Since they took back control of the country in 2021, the Taliban have barred women from jobs, most public spaces, and education beyond sixth grade. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

How to prevent the next Steward Health Care crisis

A first-of-its-kind Massachusetts law will rein in private equity greed in health care, offer hope that the state can avoid similar future crises, and serve as a model for other states to build on. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

AG’s suit highlights why insulin prices are so high

Congress needs to reform pharmacy benefit manager practices. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Trump is a captive audience to a sermon on mercy

President Trump’s demand for an apology from someone pleading for mercy not only contradicts core Christian teachings but it also echoes themes from Shakespeare’s "The Merchant of Venice." Continue reading →

Metro

Massachusetts

‘A life and death matter’: Shelters, volunteers work to reach Boston’s homeless people as Mass. faces cold snap

Advocates say that mission is especially crucial now, as a blast of Arctic air chills Massachusetts. Continue reading →

Politics

Lights. Camera. Ticket? Healey wants to allow Mass. cities, towns to deploy speed cameras.

Officials from Boston, Cambridge, and elsewhere have for years sought the ability to use automated cameras for traffic enforcement, arguing it could lessen the burden on local law enforcement and help reduce crashes. Continue reading →

Health

Health and social service programs see significant cuts in Mass. budget proposal

Trims are needed since tax revenues aren’t keeping up with rising costs, state officials said. Continue reading →

Sports

Commentary

BOS Nation doesn’t want to feel like ‘the baby sister.’ That’s why the team won’t play with the men in Everett.

The new professional women’s soccer team believes that playing in a renovated White Stadium — not sharing space with the New England Revolution — is key to their financial success. Continue reading →

Bruins Notebook

Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman sits out against Senators with an upper body injury

Coach Joe Sacco is "cautiously optimistic" the goalie, who sustained the injury against New Jersey Wednesday night, will be available to play against Colorado on Saturday. Continue reading →

Bruins 2, Senators 0

Joonas Korpisalo makes 29 saves for his third shutout this season as Bruins defeat Senators

Morgan Geekie scored in the second period and David Pastrnak added an empty-net goal to help Boston bounce back from the loss to New Jersey. Continue reading →

Business

Technology

Evolv Technology, maker of weapons detectors for major events, lays off staff

The company is laying off about 40 workers, or 14 percent of its workforce. Continue reading →

Commentary

BOS Nation doesn’t want to feel like ‘the baby sister.’ That’s why the team won’t play with the men in Everett.

The new professional women’s soccer team believes that playing in a renovated White Stadium — not sharing space with the New England Revolution — is key to their financial success. Continue reading →

trendlines

Mass. business leaders eye Trump policies with mix of wariness and hope

Here’s a closer look at what local executives are talking about as they review Trump’s executive orders and other actions in his first few days back in the Oval Office. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Charles R. Longsworth, whose key roles helped launch Hampshire College, dies at 95

Mr. Longsworth's “legacy is apparent in every aspect of what makes Hampshire so special,” said Ed Wingenbach, Hampshire College's current president. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Zilia Sánchez, painter who found fame late in life, dies at 98

Ms. Sánchez explored the relationship between the exterior physical form of women and the interior consciousness in works that are stylized, if anatomically unambiguous, evocations of women’s bodies. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Gus Williams, guard who led Seattle to an NBA title, dies at 71

Known for his springy, improvisational play and relentless drive, Mr. Williams, a two-time All-Star, was a standout. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

PARENTING UNFILTERED

Older people are less likely to be lonely. Here’s what we can learn from them.

Are we doomed? Not so fast. “Men, Women, and Social Connections,” a new study from Pew, indicates maybe we just need to get older. Continue reading →

FOOD

We messed up someone else’s kitchen and tried a family cooking class at Pagu

For those of you with a hungry kid in your life who needs a change of pace: Try a cooking class. You don’t have to be talented. You just need an open mind. Continue reading →

Television

The 15 biggest controversies in ‘Saturday Night Live’ history

Whatever the reason for the on- and off-air fiascoes, for five decades, the show’s train wrecks have made nearly as many headlines as its successes. Continue reading →