Politics

Eventually, getting the COVID-19 vaccine could be required for most

Private businesses, schools, and perhaps even states and localities could possibly require the shots for those who don’t qualify for religious or medical exemptions. Legal precedent — including a landmark Massachusetts case — suggests those mandates would be on solid ground in court. Continue reading →

Coronavirus

What you need to know about Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, which is likely to get cleared this week

A panel of outside experts is expected to vote Thursday on whether the FDA should authorize the Moderna vaccine for emergency use, as coronavirus deaths in the United States surpass 302,000. Continue reading →

Nation

Biden team looks at expanding access to ACA insurance marketplaces

President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team is contemplating a pair of steps for his early days in office that would quickly establish that the Trump era’s disdain for the Affordable Care Act has come to an end at the White House. Continue reading →

World

China’s state power crushes COVID-19

Workers have returned to factories, students are back in the classroom, and once again long lines form outside popular hot pot restaurants. In many ways, normal life has resumed in China, the country where COVID-19 first appeared one year ago. Continue reading →

World

They finished prison terms in New Zealand, but they’re still in jail waiting to be deported

Closed borders and a sharp drop in international travel have slowed to a trickle the number of people entering or leaving New Zealand. That includes prisoners who have already done their time. Continue reading →

World

Mexico, in rebuke to US, adopts measure restricting foreign agents

Lawmakers in Mexico approved legislation Tuesday that could sharply limit cooperation with American narcotics agents, delivering a stinging rebuke to the United States after its short-lived arrest of a former Mexican official brought tensions to a boil. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Abortion-rights bill deserves passage — again

The Legislature should reject Governor Baker’s restrictive amendments. Continue reading →

OPINION

Trump’s election lawyers must be investigated

Licensing authorities within each state have the authority to examine attorney misconduct. Continue reading →

LETTERS

‘We’re gonna [lose] so much you may get tired of [losing]’

A reader revisits one of Donald Trump's much-quoted lines from a campaign rally in 2016. Continue reading →

THE GREAT DIVIDE

Free meal or attend class? School schedules force some low-income families to choose

Many low-income families across Massachusetts have struggled to receive their promised free school breakfasts and lunches during the pandemic because of school schedules. It’s another way the pandemic is widening existing racial and socioeconomic inequities in education. Continue reading →

K-12

In a winter of remote learning, most kids will be losing the magic of snow days

First it was prom. Then it was high school football games. Now the pandemic is erasing yet another cherished school tradition: the snow day. Continue reading →

Transportation

Mass., other states near historic agreement to curb transportation emissions

Massachusetts and other states on the East Coast are poised to sign a landmark agreement that would constitute one of the nation’s most ambitious efforts to fight climate change. Continue reading →

76ERS 108, CELTICS 99

Rookie Payton Pritchard solid in debut, and other observations from Celtics’ preseason loss to 76ers

The 26th overall pick in last month's draft had 16 points, and Jeff Teague had a team-high 18 off the bench in an otherwise sluggish effort for Boston. Continue reading →

Celtics

Robert Williams in starting lineup for Celtics in preseason opener

The third-year big man got the call at center with Daniel Theis (back soreness) and newcomer Tristan Thompson (sore hamstring) both sidelined. Continue reading →

Gary Washburn | On Basketball

With Kemba Walker sidelined, new Celtic Jeff Teague will have a chance to play a major role

Teague scored 18 points in his Celtics' debut Tuesday night, a preseason loss to the 76ers. Continue reading →

Business

Developers share first look at plans for tower on James Hook Lobster site

The 285-foot-tall waterfront building would be home to a "high-profile, landmark hotel," they say. Continue reading →

Business

Already hurting, Massachusetts casinos take a big hit from early closing time

Gambling revenue dropped by 35 percent overall in November. Continue reading →

Innovation Economy

A scene in hibernation

When the startup ecosystem comes out, perhaps next summer or fall, what will it be like, and will it produce the same level of activity and economic growth? Continue reading →

Obituaries

Gerard Houllier, former Liverpool coach, dies at 73

The coach led the Reds to the FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Cup treble in 2001. He is one of only three managers to have won three trophies with an English club in the same season. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Gerard Houllier, former Liverpool coach, dies at 73

The coach led the Reds to the FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Cup treble in 2001. He is one of only three managers to have won three trophies with an English club in the same season. Continue reading →

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ARTS

Brian P. Kennedy to step down as director and CEO of Peabody Essex Museum

The surprise announcement gave no reason for his departure, other than that Kennedy was leaving to pursue an unspecified “new challenge.” Continue reading →

ART

For this artist, the local supermarket is stocked with dating metaphors

Brooke Stewart found inspiration at the Market Basket deli counter. Continue reading →

HOLIDAYS

8 thoughtful gifts to help comfort and heal

These candles, blankets, and gift sets meet the stressful realities of 2020. Continue reading →