All of the headlines from today's paper.
Monday, November 24, 2025
Today's Headlines

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Metro

‘People are keeping their heads down’: Some New Bedford residents worry about ICE crackdown

Places of worship are a way for communities to stay connected to the faith and culture from their old home. Continue reading →

Politics

Seth Moulton isn’t just challenging Senator Ed Markey. He’s taking on the ‘Markeyverse’ one TikTok at a time.

Moulton is trying to compete with Markey’s well-oiled social media machine, honed during his COVID-ravaged 2020 campaign. Continue reading →

Animals

Unleashed dogs in Boston are a source of frustration for some people, and citations have risen

The clashes play out in parks, on baseball fields, and Facebook pages — often pitting neighbor against neighbor. Continue reading →

World

Ukraine and US cite progress in talks on ending war with Russia

President Trump has set a deadline of Thursday for Ukraine to agree to the 28-point peace plan, a draft of which many Ukrainians dismissed as capitulation because it acceded to long-standing Kremlin demands. Continue reading →

Politics

FBI letters send shivers through California’s political inner circle

Letters from the FBI landed this month in the mailboxes of California’s political class, notifying recipients that their phone calls and text messages were captured on a wiretap last year. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

FBI Director Kash Patel under scrutiny for use of SWAT teams to protect his girlfriend

FBI Director Kash Patel’s heavy use of taxpayer-funded resources during his first nine months on the job has contributed to growing questions inside the Trump administration about whether it exceeds the bounds of standard practice. Continue reading →

Nation

The surprising issue driving a wedge between Trump and his MAGA base

A growing cohort of Republicans argue AI’s breakneck growth could undermine the party’s populist appeal. Continue reading →

Nation

Big changes to the agency charged with securing elections lead to midterm worries

Shifting priorities of the Trump administration, staffing reductions, and budget cuts have many election officials concerned about how engaged the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will be next year. Continue reading →

The World

World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

No US delegation was accredited for the Group of 20 summit Sunday, according to the South African Foreign Ministry. Continue reading →

World

Democracy is in trouble. This region is turning to its people.

About two dozen people met in a white stone parliament building in eastern Belgium on a recent Saturday. They held a lively debate over the region’s retirement policy and hashed out recommendations. Continue reading →

World

Pope calls on kidnappers in Nigeria to free 265 students and teachers after some pupils escape

Fifty of the 303 schoolchildren abducted from a Catholic school in north-central Nigeria’s Niger state have escaped captivity and are now with their families, the school authority said. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Editorials

Why does a Roxbury Community College graduate earn nearly $15,000 less than a Bunker Hill grad?

Yes, college degrees are worth it. But state report reveals that post-graduation earnings can differ widely by school and type of degree. Continue reading →

OpEds

Small businesses are drowning in hidden energy costs

In addition to the cost of purchasing and delivering electricity, Tropical Foods’ bill contains five charges related to advancing the Commonwealth’s electrification and climate goals. Continue reading →

OpEds

Three things in public health to be thankful for

As this tumultuous year draws to a close — and especially during this season of thanksgiving — it’s important to recognize the contributions that deserve gratitude. Continue reading →

Metro

Metro

‘People are keeping their heads down’: Some New Bedford residents worry about ICE crackdown

Places of worship are a way for communities to stay connected to the faith and culture from their old home. Continue reading →

Cambridge & Somerville

What is lost when a sex store closes its doors?

"We’re therapists. We’re marriage counselors. That’s what you can’t get online," said M.J. Pullins, owner of the soon-to-close shop Hubba Hubba in Cambridge. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

Cambridge coffee shop accused of denying service to Black journalist over mistaken identity

Phillip Martin, an award-winning reporter for GBH who retired earlier this year, said he was meeting with another journalist at Caffè Nero in Central Square when he tried to order a cup of tea but was denied. Continue reading →

Sports

Celtics

Despite injury to Neemias Queta, Celtics explode in second quarter, then hold on to top Magic

The hosts poured in 48 points in the second frame, and withstood a fourth-quarter charge by Orlando to get the win. Continue reading →

Patriots

Will Campbell, Jared Wilson injuries make health of offensive line a big concern for Patriots

After almost three months of largely stable health, it looks as though the Patriots are now going to test their depth at a critical position group. Continue reading →

Patriots

There was plenty to like in Sunday’s game, and other observations from an ugly win against the Bengals

The Patriots struggled through a litany of problems that presented themselves for the first time in two months, but also pulling out a win when not at their best. Continue reading →

Business

Marijuana

They said they were asked to sign petitions for housing or safer streets. It was really to end recreational weed sales.

The coalition pushing for the ballot initiative has denied allegations of misleading voters, saying they were concocted by the marijuana industry. Continue reading →

Media

Boston’s broadcast journalists are departing TV news in droves. Why?

Big names including WBZ-TV’s Jon Keller and WHDH-TV’s Kim Khazei are just the most recent examples of the accelerating flight of broadcasters from the airwaves. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Morry Casso, believed to be state’s oldest WWII veteran, dies at 108

Being close to family is the key "to a long, long life," Mr. Casso said. "It’s a beautiful way of living." Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Movies

A Capitol idea for a hundred years

Arlington’s favorite movie theater turns 100 on Tuesday and celebrates with a screening of "Casablanca." Continue reading →

Lifestyle

On Monday, Plymouth will officially declare Nov. 24 ‘Lillian and Dick Gregory Day’

The Gregorys’ legacy of social justice is commemorated in the place where they raised their family. Continue reading →

Things To Do

Free November events in Boston: small business sales, Wampanoag Nation performance, and more

From the Boston Japan Film Festival to a celebration of Wampanoag culture, here are no-cost events and activities across Greater Boston Nov. 24-30. Continue reading →