Coronavirus

Strength in numbers? The future of COVID-19 testing may depend on it

Experts have long said that surveillance pool testing for coronavirus is the best path forward, but there hasn’t been the infrastructure or political effort to make it possible. Things are changing now. Continue reading →

Coronavirus

After Baker relaxes some pandemic restrictions, epidemiologists urge caution

Not all specialists are certain, but most expressed caution in response to Governor Charlie Baker’s decision to ease COVID-19 restrictions. One health expert said the move signals "that the end is closer than it really is." Continue reading →

Nation

Biden signs order to increase federal food benefits, among executive actions to stabilize the economy

At a ceremony signing at the White House, Biden touted his $1.9 trillion economic relief measure being debated in Congress. Continue reading →

World

Kremlin welcomes Biden’s offer to extend nuclear treaty

Russia intends to cooperate with the United States on nuclear security despite President Biden’s pledges to otherwise pursue a harder line with Moscow than his predecessor. Continue reading →

World

China embassy refutes report it’s seeking meeting with the US

The Chinese embassy in the United States on Saturday refuted a Wall Street Journal report that said Beijing was pushing for a high-level meeting to ease tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Continue reading →

World

YouTube bans German channel that spread virus misinformation

Google says it has banned a prominent German user of its YouTube video platform who had repeatedly posted false claims about the coronavirus outbreak. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Media no longer an ‘enemy of the people’

But the fight for greater government transparency doesn’t end with a new administration. Continue reading →

OPINION

For good health outcomes, we need good housing incomes

Good housing can make a world of difference in a person’s health, just as a lack of housing can be devastating. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Embracing uncertainty and all it has to offer

An essay on the power and value of uncertainty struck a chord with readers. Continue reading →

Metro

Scramble to replace Walsh just got more complicated

An internal City Council memo obtained by the Globe raises questions about whether declared candidates for mayor — as well as City Council President Kim Janey, who will immediately serve as acting mayor following Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s departure — can vote on a home rule petition to nix a special election, which would normally be required under city law. Continue reading →

Higher Education

Young voters helped put Biden in the White House. Now they want action

As President Biden begins his term, young activists are optimistic that their strength at the polls will translate into influence on issues such as police reform, reducing fossil fuel emissions, protections for undocumented young people, an assault weapons ban, and economic policies that help low- and middle-income families. Continue reading →

Metro

Scramble to replace Walsh just got more complicated

An internal City Council memo obtained by the Globe raises questions about whether declared candidates for mayor — as well as City Council President Kim Janey, who will immediately serve as acting mayor following Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s departure — can vote on a home rule petition to nix a special election, which would normally be required under city law. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Hank Aaron, Braves legend and former home run king, dies at 86

In 1974, Aaron overcame racism to emerge as an unexpected civil rights icon and surpass Babe Ruth’s all-time home run record. The Hall of Famer used his platform to champion equality both on and off the field. Continue reading →

NWHL

‘We’re ready to go.’ The Boston Pride embraces status as favorites in the NWHL’s Lake Placid tournament

“It’s going to be competitive and intense and anyone who tunes in will not be disappointed," Pride captain Jillian Dempsey said. Continue reading →

Patriots

Matt Patricia is returning to Patriots to assist coaching staff

Matt Patricia is coming back to New England and will assist Bill Belichick and the Patriots coaching staff in a variety of roles. Continue reading →

Business

You’ll soon be able to gamble all night long at Encore

With early closing restrictions expiring, the casino expects to resume 24/7 gaming operations Wednesday. Continue reading →

Business

Business groups press Legislature to protect sole proprietors from state taxes on federal stimulus aid

The issue involves the Paycheck Protection Program, which provided $14 billion in loans to nearly 120,000 small businesses in Massachusetts last year to help them through the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading →

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Poetry

Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman ‘has always been an absolute supernova’

Poets and professors who know Gorman's work and have watched her rise knew she would shine brightly on the Capitol steps. Continue reading →

LOVE LETTERS

Is he important ... or was he around for something important?

"Despite all this time and work, I still think about him more often than I’d like." Continue reading →

TV CRITIC'S CORNER

Recalling causes and contributions in ‘The First Lady’

The first season of the scripted Showtime show, which will look into the lives of the women married to past American presidents, will take on Michelle Obama, Betty Ford, and Eleanor Roosevelt. Continue reading →