Coronavirus

Moms, interrupted

“I’m on a hamster wheel with no end in sight.” For working mothers fortunate to still be employed, many are trying to hold onto their jobs while keeping their children and households going. Continue reading →

Nation

US may see ‘surge upon a surge’ of virus in weeks ahead, Fauci says

The United States may see a “surge upon a surge” of the coronavirus during the coming weeks, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Sunday, and he does not expect current recommendations around social distancing to be relaxed before Christmas. Continue reading →

Nation

In his first one-on-one interview since losing to Biden, Trump baselessly cast more conspiracy theories

President Trump said Sunday that the FBI and the Justice Department might be “involved” in what he again groundlessly called a fraudulent presidential election, hinting that the nation’s law enforcement agencies were biased against his fading efforts to remain in office. Continue reading →

World

Brazil’s Bolsonaro suffers wave of defeats in mayoral races

President Jair Bolsonaro suffered big losses in Brazil’s just-completed municipal elections, with only five mayoral candidates he supported winning their races and none of them in the most important cities. Continue reading →

World

Report alleges Burundian refugees were disappeared, tortured

At least 18 Burundian refugees and asylum seekers have forcibly disappeared from refugee camps in Tanzania over roughly the past year, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch. Continue reading →

World

The long road to US charges against Islamic State ‘Beatles’

The group of militants, called “the Beatles” by their captives because of their British accents, came to embody IS barbarism with the 2014 release of grisly propaganda videos depicting the beheadings of American hostages. Continue reading →

OPINION

Science is the way forward

By definition, science seeks to avoid bias, remain independent, refute falsehoods, and seek answers based on evidence, reason, and consensus. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Trump should extend student loan payment freeze

Millions of Americans are set to resume making student loan payments on New Year’s Day. Continue reading →

OPINION

There’s a far more streamlined approach to the climate crisis than the Paris Agreement

Clean energy would be an unprecedented act of international cooperation. Continue reading →

Metro

COVID-19 impact from Thanksgiving travel and gatherings could be ‘precursor’ for upcoming holidays

While more indications emerge that people are chafing under pandemic restrictions, those measures are vital to curb the spread and ease pressure on the state’s health care system, officials said. Continue reading →

Politics

With history-making high court, Baker shows an embrace of lived experience, not ‘activist judges’

The Supreme Judicial Court built by Governor Charlie Baker will be unlike any high bench before it. Continue reading →

Metro

COVID-19 impact from Thanksgiving travel and gatherings could be ‘precursor’ for upcoming holidays

While more indications emerge that people are chafing under pandemic restrictions, those measures are vital to curb the spread and ease pressure on the state’s health care system, officials said. Continue reading →

Patriots

Special teams, short fields, turnovers, a knucklehead penalty? The Four Horsemen of Bill Belichick’s two-decade reign

The Patriots coach called it complementary football, and he loved it. Continue reading →

Patriots 20, Cardinals 17

Nick Folk’s field goal seals it after Patriots do just enough to beat Cardinals

The defense stepped up when it needed to and Cam Newton overcame a rough day to lead a late winning drive. Continue reading →

Ben Volin | Instant analysis

Patriots did plenty to lose, but they were handed a gift in 20-17 win over Cardinals

The Patriots have lost their fair share of close games this year, so it’s good to see them escape with a three-point win. Continue reading →

Business

‘We are going to do big things because of it.’ New racial equity fund gives out first $1m to nonprofits

The New Commonwealth fund is groundbreaking for its mission to change philanthropic and corporate giving by creating a more equitable funding process and steering more money to nonprofits helmed by Black and brown leaders. Continue reading →

Business

‘We are going to do big things because of it.’ New racial equity fund gives out first $1m to nonprofits

The New Commonwealth fund is groundbreaking for its mission to change philanthropic and corporate giving by creating a more equitable funding process and steering more money to nonprofits helmed by Black and brown leaders. Continue reading →

Business

Insurers are winning most suits over their refusal to cover COVID business losses

In the multibillion-dollar fight over insurance coverage for pandemic-related business losses, a Florida gynecologist succeeded where more than a dozen professional baseball teams and an iconic Hollywood restaurant failed. Continue reading →

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TELEVISION

Six new films to stream to get into the holiday spirit

The best seasonal movies to watch on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and more. Continue reading →

COMEDY

With headliners and stand-up competition, a virtual Boston Comedy Festival will keep the laughs coming

This year's online festival includes returnees Judah Friedlander, Lewis Black, Bethany Van Delft, and Dan Boulger. Continue reading →

ACT OF KINDNESS

New BBC series follows former Boston couple saving chimps in Liberia

“Baby Chimp Rescue” debuts on Saturday on BBC America. Continue reading →