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Politics

Federal government shuts down for first time in nearly seven years

Democrats usually provide the votes to keep the federal government open, but aggressive actions by Trump and congressional Republicans led to a change in strategy. Continue reading →

Politics

‘It injures us all.’ Allegations against sheriffs nudge Massachusetts’ obscure elected post into spotlight.

The state's sheriffs say a drumbeat of bad headlines can shake the public’s trust in the centuries-old elected office. Continue reading →

Politics

‘The worst double-edged sword’: Despite personal pain, some federal workers see shutdown as their best option

Frustrated at being pawns in a political fight, some said they want Congress to send a message to the White House that federal employees should not be ignored or disrespected. Continue reading →

Immigration

In blistering ruling, judge finds Trump administration illegally targeted international students over pro-Palestinian activism

In his ruling, US District Judge William Young wrote that the members of the Trump administration coordinated between departments to “intentionally to chill the rights to freedom of speech.” Continue reading →

Cambridge and Somerville

Cambridge superintendent finalist lost $750,000 on a crypto ‘scam,’ then sued his bank

The search for a permanent leader of the big urban school district has come under fire from local leaders and the teachers union. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

‘A hard moment’: Memphis braces for an influx of federal force

M​iriam Cordero, a longtime Memphis resident who owns a downtown flower shop, sounded torn last week about the arrival of federal forces in the city in the coming days. Continue reading →

Nation

Trump calls for using US cities as ‘training ground’ for military in unusual speech to generals

Addressing an audience of military brass abruptly summoned to Virginia, Trump outlined a muscular and at times norm-shattering view of the military’s role in domestic affairs. Continue reading →

Nation

Florida officials vote to donate land to Trump library

The vote came after a surprise move by the DeSantis administration to take over the vacant lot from Miami Dade College. Continue reading →

The World

World

Israeli troops kill 31 Palestinians in Gaza as Qatar says discussion needed on Trump peace plan

Qatar said Tuesday further talks were needed over details of the plan aimed at ending the nearly two-year war in Gaza, as Hamas weighed its reply. Continue reading →

World

Ukraine begins sharing drone expertise with Denmark deployment, Zelensky says

Europe’s readiness and technology have lagged far behind Ukraine and Russia. Continue reading →

World

Hundreds of Iranians held on US immigration charges will be deported to Iran, Tehran official says

The deportation of Iranians, not yet publicly acknowledged by the US government, comes as tensions remain high between the two countries. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Columns

The everywhere, all at once president

No corner of American life will be left unsullied by Trump’s fingerprints. Continue reading →

Editorials

Hegseth wants a lean, mean fighting machine

Maybe it’s time for less rah-rah rallying of leaner troops and more caring for the troops during and after their service. Continue reading →

Columns

Why won’t zombie bad ideas stay buried?

Destructive delusions keep returning not because they’re true but because they serve powerful purposes. Continue reading →

Metro

Immigration

Trump administration argues student activists Rümeysa Öztürk and Mohsen Mahdawi should not have been released

All three judges on panel were nominated by GOP presidents; one previously expressed support for Trump administration's actions in case at hand. Continue reading →

Politics

On eve of possible government shutdown, storm clouds darken Massachusetts’ fiscal outlook

Massachusetts budget writers gathered on Beacon Hill Tuesday to discuss a bleak reality: the state faces “a challenging fiscal road ahead.” Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

SJC says police must prove they were not racially biased when using social media for undercover investigations

“The discriminatory application of criminal laws can take the form of selective prosecution or selective enforcement,” Justice Frank M. Gaziano wrote for a unanimous court. Continue reading →

Sports

Sports

New playoffs format for Sox-Yankees series has Boston businesses feeling snubbed

For hotels and bars around Fenway Park, the three-game series would be a boon — if only it weren't taking place in New York. Continue reading →

Sports

Yankees cancel and refund playoff tickets for Mass. residents amid sale restrictions

Ticketmaster is only selling playoff tickets to people living in New York and contiguous states: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut, shutting out most New England baseball fans. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Tests show no damage to Lucas Giolito’s elbow, but righthander likely to miss entire postseason

In his place, rookie lefthander Connelly Early has a “good chance” to draw the start in Game 3 (if necessary) on Thursday. Continue reading →

Business

Technology

Vermont electric airplane maker files to go public

Beta Technologies is still seeking FAA certification for its first plane, called the Alia. Continue reading →

Sports

New playoffs format for Sox-Yankees series has Boston businesses feeling snubbed

For hotels and bars around Fenway Park, the three-game series would be a boon — if only it weren't taking place in New York. Continue reading →

Healthcare

Brigham and Women’s plans to replace its main building

Redevelopment of parts of the Brigham campus was a major sticking point in the breakdown of the relationship between the Brigham and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Lally Weymouth, globe-trotting reporter and scion of Graham family, dies at 82

Ms. Weymouth carved her own niche securing interviews with foreign leaders, including Saddam Hussein and Yasser Arafat. Continue reading →

Obituaries

George Hardy, Tuskegee Airman who fought in three wars, dies at 100

One of the last surviving combat veterans of the Tuskegee Airmen, Mr. Hardy worked and lived in Metrowest Boston for several years before retiring. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Music

From ‘Moana’ to Chapman’s electric entrance, walk-up songs and ballpark music made Fenway Park a party this season

Walk-up songs and other musical moments have pumped up the Red Sox and gotten the Fenway Faithful grooving this season. Continue reading →

Food & Dining

Restaurants Michelin shouldn’t miss

These Boston restaurants fly under the radar. They’re worth inspectors’ consideration. Continue reading →

Food & Dining

King Arthur has a new cookbook, and Jessica Battilana is the special ingredient

This former lunch lady’s career is not run of the mill. Continue reading →