Politics

Paths to victory narrow for Trump and Biden in tight race for president

Trump and Biden were locked in a close race as the bitter presidential campaign drew to a close, a contest that smashed voting records, divided the nation, and unfolded amid a pandemic that has cost more than 230,000 American lives. Continue reading →

Analysis

Another night on the razor’s edge

Once again, the race looks likely to come down to the “blue wall” states in the Midwest of Minnesota and Michigan, as well as Pennsylvania. Continue reading →

Elections

A landslide for democracy

Given every reason to turn away — a pandemic, cries of fraud, attempts to suppress — we the people turned out. No matter the winner, it was a reminder of who owns democracy. Continue reading →

World

Suspect in Vienna rampage described as Islamic State ‘sympathizer’

A man who opened fire in central Vienna on Monday night while armed with an automatic rifle, a pistol, and a machete and wearing a fake explosive device was a 20-year-old Austrian citizen who had sought to travel to Syria to join the Islamic State group, Interior Minister Karl Nehammer said in a news briefing Tuesday. Continue reading →

World

From France to Sweden, the world braces for America’s vote

Across the globe, the US election is not a faraway event in a faraway land, but an impossible-to-ignore contest with stakes for the entire world. Continue reading →

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OPINION

Trump finally unifies the nation

Years of presidential lies, chaos, and cruelty imbued this election with an urgency uncommon among voters. Continue reading →

OPINION

The long, hopeful wait

Florida reprises its role as a breaker of Democratic hearts, but Biden runs well elsewhere. Continue reading →

OPINION

All Trump had to do was act presidential

Even with his presidency on the line, Trump couldn’t bring himself to curb his obnoxious and juvenile antics. Continue reading →

Metro

Mainers turn out in strong numbers for sharply contested Senate race with national implications

After more than a year of campaigning, a record $160 million raised, and unheard-of negativity for a Maine political race, Republican Senator Susan Collins built a healthy lead over Democratic challenger Sara Gideon by early Wednesday morning. Continue reading →

Politics

GOP, Democrats in fierce battle for control of the Senate

With a handful of race results outstanding, Democrats could still eke out the slimmest of majorities, but the odds are daunting. Continue reading →

Metro

Mainers turn out in strong numbers for sharply contested Senate race with national implications

After more than a year of campaigning, a record $160 million raised, and unheard-of negativity for a Maine political race, Republican Senator Susan Collins built a healthy lead over Democratic challenger Sara Gideon by early Wednesday morning. Continue reading →

Peter Abraham | On Baseball

Alex Cora is the right choice for the Red Sox, so what is taking so long to rehire him?

What made Cora the right choice in 2017 makes him the right choice now. He deserves a second chance. Continue reading →

Patriots

Patriots acquire Dolphins receiver Isaiah Ford, Titans lineman Isaiah Mack

In return, New England is sending a 2022 seventh-round pick to the Dolphins. Continue reading →

red sox

A closer look at the Red Sox managerial finalists beyond Alex Cora

The four others to have a second interview with the Sox are seen as outstanding candidates with impressive credentials. Continue reading →

Business

Encore to close hotel amid new restrictions on operating hours

Encore Boston Harbor plans to close its hotel amid new restrictions on the casino’s operating hours, which were instituted as part of new limitations announced by the state Monday in response to growing COVID-19 cases. Continue reading →

Business

With Harbor Garage tower under city review, Chiofaro has some persuading to do

The Boston Planning and Development Agency recently published more than 750 pages of public comment letters, largely negative, about a 44-story “Pinnacle” tower, which it received in recent months. Continue reading →

TALKING POINTS

Wayfair beats Wall Street forecast, shows growth in Europe

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

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FOOD

How to dress for restaurant dining in the COVID age, according to cold-weather adventurers

Outdoor enthusiasts share experts tips on dining comfortably this fall. Continue reading →

MOVIES

6 movies to stream from the Boston Jewish Film Fest

An online BJFF promises the same impressive slate of features, documentaries, and shorts. Continue reading →

Food & Dining

Restaurant owners are investing in gondolas, greenhouses, and igloos. Will diners warm up to the idea?

As the temperatures drop, operators grapple with how to extend the outdoor dining season. Continue reading →