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Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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Lifestyle

‘They’re like living rooms.’ How oversize beach tents and cabanas are overrunning the shore.

Massive shade tents, inflatable furniture, and heavy-duty beach wagons are transforming the simple beach day into suburban sprawl by the sea. Continue reading →

Elections

Prominent national Democrats ask Josh Kraft to stop using names, likenesses in unauthorized fund-raising push

Political and campaign finance experts called the Kraft campaign’s recent fundraising blitz unorthodox, or even potentially misleading for donors. Continue reading →

Higher Education

Conservatives and free speech advocates wanted colleges to change for decades. Some now say Trump went too far.

Critics warn the administration’s moves could threaten academic freedom, irreparably damage scientific progress, and set a precedent that could haunt conservatives if Democrats retake power. Continue reading →

K-12

Schools are asking courts to intervene in response to chronic truancy by students

Critics argue schools should not turn to a judicial system that is built to prosecute criminal cases. Instead, children and families would benefit from help in connecting with support services. Continue reading →

Politics

Texas Democrats who left state prevent vote, for now, on Trump’s efforts to add GOP House seats

After dozens of Democrats left the state, the Republican-dominated House was unable to establish the quorum of lawmakers required to do business. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Democrats disagree (again). This time, it’s about school vouchers.

Democrats are already fighting viciously among themselves over Zohran Mamdani, transgender rights, immigration, Israel, and affordability. Continue reading →

Nation

Trump’s immigrant crackdown in New York: More arrests, longer detention

When President Trump returned to power, Democratic officials and immigrant communities braced for the prospect of mass raids in New York City, with predictions of roundups at migrant shelters, restaurant kitchens, and street corners; and federal agents flooding schools, hospitals, and even churches. Continue reading →

Climate

Boston drafts detailed action plan to slash emissions by 2030

The city of Boston released a draft climate plan on Monday, a sweeping effort to slash planet-warming emissions by the end of this decade, while adapting to rising seas and extreme weather. Continue reading →

The World

World

Dozens killed as Palestinians in Gaza scramble for aid from air and land

Dozens of Palestinians were killed or wounded on Monday as desperate crowds headed toward food distribution points and airdropped parcels in the Gaza Strip, according to witnesses and local health officials. Continue reading →

World

Russia warns against threats after Trump repositions nuclear submarines

The Kremlin warned Monday against “nuclear rhetoric” after President Trump repositioned two nuclear submarines because of what he called “foolish and inflammatory statements” by former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev. Continue reading →

World

Trump’s demand to trading partners: Pledge money or get higher tariffs

President Trump’s tariff threats have turned into a play for cold, hard cash as he tries to leverage US economic power to cajole other nations to make multibillion-dollar investments in order to maintain access to America’s market. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Editorials

Congress should reauthorize Hospital-at-Home

Massachusetts health systems report patient satisfaction, improved outcomes. Continue reading →

Columns

Immigrant police officers have made our communities stronger

In policing, diversity is not a curse; it is a positive force. Continue reading →

Columns

A legal win for immigrant protections — but the clock is still ticking

A federal judge calls out the racial politics of immigration. Continue reading →

Metro

Politics

Texas Governor Abbott threatened Democrats who fled state over redrawn voting maps. In Boston, they got a standing ovation.

Speaking at a closed-door luncheon in Boston Monday, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker lauded Texas Democrats for their efforts to block a vote on a redrawn congressional map that favors Republicans. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

At the Maine Lobster Festival, the claws come out

The rubber bands are off in the battle of PETA against the festival celebrating the cultural delicacy. Continue reading →

Metro

Breaking from his father, Josh Kraft criticizes Trump as having ‘stoked hatred and division’

Josh Kraft said he disagreed with his father about President Trump, who he said “isn’t just another politician.” Continue reading →

Sports

Patriots

Strong showings for Javon Baker and Ja’Lynn Polk in fight for spots, and other observations from Day 10 of Patriots camp

Also, defensive coordinator Terrell Williams left practice early on a cart. According to the team, he was treated for dehydration. Continue reading →

Red Sox

After seven years in San Francisco, Mike Yastrzemski excited about move to Kansas City

The grandson of the Red Sox legend was one of several deadline additions by the Royals, who are in the hunt for a Wild Card spot. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Red Sox, Jarren Duran stay hot as Royals falter in series opener

A two-run single from Rob Refsnyder and a three-run blast by Jarren Duran put the Red Sox up 5-0 in the first inning against newly acquired Royals starter Bailey Falter. Continue reading →

Business

Bold Types

Neil Barua shines as CEO at Boston software firm PTC

If Wall Street had any doubts about Barua filling the shoes of his predecessor Jim Heppelmann, those doubts have gone out the window. Continue reading →

Business

Happy days are here again: More booze can be served in Boston and other towns

Businesses can trade in their beer-and-wine license for a restricted all-alcohol license. Continue reading →

Real Estate

As Everett stadium talks drag on, Wu and Revs both tout their case

As Boston mayor's race heats up, so is the dispute over a soccer stadium the Krafts hope to build in Everett. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Stella Rimington, Britain’s first female MI5 spy chief, dies at 90

The first woman to head a UK intelligence agency, Ms. Rimington was the inspiration for Judi Dench’s portrayal of MI6 chief M in seven James Bond films. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Marjorie Agosin, poet and Wellesley professor who championed Latina writers, dies at 69

Dr. Agosin was the most "prolific Latin American Jewish woman poet and writer residing in the United States,” said Ruth Behar, a University of Michigan professor. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Love Letters

I don’t want to have children with my partner

I’d like to adopt – without him. Continue reading →

Things To Do

Five movie screenings to see around Boston this week

From "Seven Samurai" to "Pitch Perfect," check out this week’s repertory screenings across Greater Boston. Continue reading →

Music

Stevie Nicks reschedules concerts, including Boston show, because of shoulder injury

The acclaimed singer and former Fleetwood Mac star was originally set to perform at TD Garden Aug. 12. Continue reading →