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Business

Boston’s newest hotels will open their doors to a changed world

The pillars of Boston’s once-lucrative hotel business have weakened over the last 15 months. Still, a wave of new or dramatically renovated hotels will open this summer. Continue reading →

Politics

As the Massachusetts GOP battles for relevance, its leader doubles down

It’s no secret that the moderate politics of Governor Charlie Baker look very different from the hardline approach of GOP Chairman Jim Lyons. But as the party faces dwindling vote share, fund-raising, and electoral power — all ahead of a blockbuster gubernatorial election next year — it can’t afford to guess wrong about which strategy will succeed. Continue reading →

Politics

Walsh tries to keep White controversy from spilling into his new life as a Cabinet secretary

Instead of being celebrated in the city he led for seven years, Martin J. Walsh is facing criticism and controversy over his appointment of Dennis A. White as police commissioner. Continue reading →

Politics

Biden aims to rebuild and expand legal immigration

Documents obtained by The New York Times show far-reaching efforts by President Biden to remake the immigration system and undo much of his predecessor’s legacy. Continue reading →

New England

How to talk dirty to a turkey

Brett Ladeau is a champion when it comes to fooling people into thinking he’s a turkey. But what do the turkeys think? Continue reading →

The Nation

Politics

Buttigieg wants ‘clear direction’ on infrastructure plan by June 7, as Democrats strike more urgent tone on negotiations

Democrats are striking a more urgent tone on negotiations over President Biden’s infrastructure plan, as a compromise remains elusive after weeks of talks and measured optimism from both sides. Continue reading →

Politics

For Biden, a deeply personal Memorial Day weekend observance

President Biden marked his first Memorial Day weekend as commander in chief by honoring the nation’s sacrifices in a deeply personal manner as he paid tribute Sunday to those lost while remembering his late son Beau, a veteran who died six years ago to the day. Continue reading →

Nation

A vaccine side effect leaves women wondering: Why isn’t the pill safer?

Scientists were alarmed by blood clots possibly linked to the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Some women wondered if there shouldn’t be more concern about oral contraceptives. Continue reading →

The World

World

Israel, Egypt talk about strengthening truce with Hamas, rebuilding Gaza Strip

A top Egyptian diplomat called for establishing an atmosphere to relaunch “serious and constructive” negotiations between the two sides. Continue reading →

World

In Mexico, cartels are hunting down police at their homes

The notoriously violent Jalisco cartel has responded to Mexico’s “hugs, not bullets” policy with a policy of its own: The cartel kidnapped several members of an elite police force in the state of Guanajuato, tortured them to obtain names and addresses of fellow officers, and is now hunting down and killing police at their homes, on their days off, in front of their families. Continue reading →

World

As COVID rampages across Nepal, workers pay the price

The Himalayan country is considering declaring a health emergency to help contain a second wave that experts say migrant laborers brought back from India. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

Managing the climate crisis may require a managed retreat

Some would argue that the easiest building to move is the one that isn’t built in the first place. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Governor Baker must answer for the tragedy at Holyoke Soldiers’ Home

He owes the public more details on the decisions that led to the deadly outbreak. But he must also work with the Legislature to fix a broken system. Continue reading →

OPINION

A new vision for Boston’s waterfront — and climate resiliency

The city must prioritize redevelopment opportunities for creating resilient, green public spaces before the chance to adapt our shores is lost. Continue reading →

Metro

Metro

How did the Cape fare on this holiday weekend reopening?

It wasn’t the longed for idyllic summer kickoff, as visitors to Cape Cod seeking relief from the pandemic on the holiday weekend, with newly relaxed COVID-19 restrictions, were stuck with leaden skies, cold winds, and relentless rain. Continue reading →

Metro

Passamaquoddy tribe regains control of island in Maine after 150 years

The island came up for sale last summer, and the Passamaquoddy tribe arranged with First Light, an organization that serves as a “bridge between conservation organizations and ... communities who seek to expand Wabanaki access and relationship to land,” to regain ownership. Continue reading →

Metro

Today in History

Today is Monday, May 31, the 151st day of 2021. There are 214 days left in the year. This is Memorial Day. Continue reading →

Sports

RED SOX

After rainout Sunday, taking stock of Red Sox heading into crucial 17-day stretch

Despite the daunting schedule ahead, they have put themselves in a good position with their performances in the season’s first 52 games. Continue reading →

On Hockey

Islanders coach Barry Trotz not ready to make his goalie choice between veteran Semyon Varlamov and Round 1 hero Ilya Sorokin

Varlamov lost his No. 1 job during the Penguins series, but Sorokin sometimes looked panicky in Game 1 against Boston. Continue reading →

NCAA WOMEN'S LACROSSE FINAL: BOSTON COLLEGE 16, SYRACUSE 10

Boston College women’s lacrosse team finishes the job, captures program’s first national championship

Charlotte North scored six times, setting an NCAA record for goals in a season, and the Eagles overcame a history of heartache with a breakthrough win. Continue reading →

Business

Business

Boston’s newest hotels will open their doors to a changed world

The pillars of Boston’s once-lucrative hotel business have weakened over the last 15 months. Still, a wave of new or dramatically renovated hotels will open this summer. Continue reading →

THE FINE PRINT

What to know if you suspended your mortgage payments during the pandemic

As we ease our way out of the pandemic, it may be time to get approval for an extension if your finances are still shaky, or to make a deal with your lender to repay money owed. Continue reading →

Business

More than one out of four surveyed businesses will require employees to be vaccinated

Even as the final business-related pandemic restrictions get lifted in Massachusetts, no clear consensus has emerged about whether workers should be required to get vaccinated to walk in the door or wear masks on the job. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

John O’Reilly, artist whose photo montages merged his life with the ages, dies at 91

Mr. O’Reilly called his photo creations “montages, where one thing logically flows into another.” Continue reading →

Obituaries

B.J. Thomas, who sang ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head,’ dies at 78

A five-time Grammy winner who sold more than 70 million records, Mr. Thomas blended country, soul, gospel, and soft rock. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

MUSIC

Eight pop breakup anthems to listen to after binging ‘SOUR’

If you’re a fan of Olivia Rodrigo’s debut, you’ll love these other empowering heartbreak tracks. Continue reading →

Names

Luxury indoor mini golf is coming to the Seaport

The 26,000-square-foot Puttshack will include mini golf courses, a bar, and globally inspired snacks. Continue reading →

ASK AMY

Elderly mom is about to move, but car should stay in park

Advice from Amy Dickinson. Continue reading →