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Politics

Auchincloss rules out Markey challenge to focus on leading new national Democratic group

The 37-year old Newton congressman had seriously weighed whether to challenge Markey, who is seeking a third Senate term, before deciding against it. Continue reading →

Biotech

In ‘biotech winter,’ Boston startups, jobs, and science are being swept away

Local companies have shut down or scaled back in the industry’s decline, threatening scientific progress on cancer, autoimmune disorders, and other diseases. Continue reading →

Boston Mayoral Race

How the Josh Kraft campaign unraveled

Kraft carried significant advantages for a challenger in a Boston mayor’s race, but his campaign was marked by repeated missteps and stumbles. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Robert Redford, Oscar-winning director, actor, and indie patriarch, has died

Mr. Redford was one of the biggest stars of the ’70s with such films as “The Candidate,” “All the President’s Men,” and “The Way We Were.” Continue reading →

Middle East

Israeli military begins its ground offensive in Gaza City as thousands of Palestinians flee

The operation into the largest Palestinian city escalated a conflict that has roiled the Middle East and likely pushed any cease-fire with Hamas farther out of reach. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Suspect left note saying he planned to kill Charlie Kirk, later confessed in texts, prosecutor says

Prosecutors brought a murder charge Tuesday against Tyler Robinson and outlined evidence, including a text message confession to his partner. Continue reading →

Nation

‘People are losing hope’ inside ICE detention centers

Since January, the Trump administration has been pursuing its promised campaign to deport tens of thousands of immigrants. Continue reading →

Nation

National park to remove photo of enslaved man’s scars

The Trump administration has ordered the removal of signs and exhibits related to slavery at multiple national parks, according to four people familiar with the matter, including a historic photograph of a formerly enslaved man showing scars on his back. Continue reading →

The World

World

With state visit, Trump leaves a tense America for a brief UK royal retreat

When President Trump begins a state visit to Britain on Wednesday, it may feel like a holiday from history. For a few days, he will trade the United States and its sulfurous politics for a fairy-tale world of horse-drawn carriages, royal artillery salutes, and an opulent banquet in Windsor Castle. Continue reading →

World

Russia indoctrinates children from occupied Ukraine at 210 sites, study says

Russia's secretive program of reeducation and military and police training for Ukrainian children from occupied territories is far larger than estimated earlier, war crime investigators at Yale University said in a study released Tuesday. Continue reading →

World

Toxic ammunition is rotting away in the Baltic Sea. Germany wants to recover it before it’s too late

Approximately 1.6 million tons of old ammunition are lying on the bottom of the North Sea and Baltic Sea, posing a considerable danger: their casings are slowly rusting and emitting toxic substances. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Editorials

As workforce credential programs proliferate, how should students choose?

Two accreditors are piloting programs to recognize high-quality noncredit programs. Continue reading →

OpEds

Lachlan Murdoch inherits an empire. Can he thrive against big tech and David Ellison?

Ellison is making a heavy bet that entertainment will continue to be king. Continue reading →

Letters

We’re at an inflection point in our bitter national divide

"The match is close to the fuse," writes one reader, expressing her concern about the growing conflict in our country. Continue reading →

Metro

Rhode Island Business

At least 19 take buyouts at Ocean State Media, R.I.’s public TV and radio outlet

“I don’t know how they’re going to do anything now that many of us have left,” said one longtime staffer who took the buyout. Continue reading →

Politics

Bill Galvin is trying to put a voter registration petition on the 2026 ballot. He may end up joining it.

Galvin is pushing a potential petition that would allow residents to register to vote on Election Day. Continue reading →

Vermont

When speaking the truth gets you death threats

After Congressman Seth Moulton spoke some facts about politically motivated violence, the wackos came out of the woodwork. Continue reading →

Sports

Bruins

Here is a closer look at the 10 players from Bruins rookie camp who were invited back to compete with the veterans

Unlike previous years when most every spot on the Boston roster was spoken for, there are jobs available in Marco Sturm’s first camp. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Garrett Whitlock is again locked into the Red Sox bullpen, and again among baseball’s best there

When the Red Sox last made the playoffs in 2021, Whitlock had a 1.96 earned run average for a team that won 92 games. This year? He has allowed one earned run since the All-Star break. Continue reading →

Patriots

Mike Vrabel’s coaching mentor not surprised by Patriots on Sunday: ‘It reminded me of our high school days’

Resilience? Toughness? Fight? Togetherness? Accountability? Vrabel preached it all, and the Patriots showed it all. Continue reading →

Business

Retail

Market Basket appoints interim CEO to replace Arthur T. Demoulas

It’s the latest milestone in an ongoing leadership saga that has engulfed the 90-store chain that’s cherished by New England shoppers for its low prices and personalized service. Continue reading →

Biotech

Amid industry headwinds, Biogen breaks ground on new headquarters

When the company moves into its 580,000-square-foot headquarters at 75 Broadway in 2028, Biogen will be celebrating its 50th anniversary. Continue reading →

Business

Parents of teens who died by suicide after AI chatbot interactions testify to Congress

Stories you may have missed from the world of business. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Robert Redford, Oscar-winning director, actor, and indie patriarch, has died

Mr. Redford was one of the biggest stars of the ’70s with such films as “The Candidate,” “All the President’s Men,” and “The Way We Were.” Continue reading →

Obituaries

Rangers and Red Wings Hall of Fame goaltender Ed Giacomin dies at age 86

Giacomin's No. 1 is retired in the rafters at Madison Square Garden, and he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Arts

A teen idol returns to the stage, but are Shaun Cassidy’s now middle-aged fans still interested?

Cassidy will bring songs and stories to the Cabot on Sept. 19. Continue reading →

Music

Through hip-hop dance and community, these Boston Deaf youth are picking up good vibrations

The DEAFinitely crew is more than just an afterschool program: it’s a way to connect deaf children and teens with their peers, mentors, and families. Continue reading →

Lifestyle

Protein mania: Why everyone’s eating like a linebacker now

Chasing 100 grams a day (or way more), Americans are blending, chugging, and chewing their way through protein-enhanced everything. But at what cost? Continue reading →