Nation

Supreme Court observers see trouble ahead as public approval of justices erodes

The Supreme Court’s approval rating is plummeting, its critics are more caustic, and justices are feeling compelled to plead the case to the public that they are judicial philosophers, not politicians in robes. Continue reading →

Nation

New York could call in National Guard to cover hospital staff shortages

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York is considering calling in the National Guard and recruiting medical professionals from other states to cover looming staff shortages at hospitals and other facilities as the likelihood grows that tens of thousands of health care workers will not meet the state’s deadlines for mandated vaccinations. Continue reading →

Nation

United Nations and Afghanistan’s Taliban are figuring out how to interact

It’s been little more than a month since Kalashnikov-toting Taliban fighters in their signature heavy beards, hightop sneakers, and shalwar kameezes descended on the Afghan capital and cemented their takeover. Now they’re vying for a seat in the club of nations and seeking what no country has given them as they attempt to govern for a second time: international recognition of their rule. Continue reading →

World

Merkel’s bloc stumbles badly in Germany; horse-trading ahead

Germany’s center-left Social Democrats and outgoing Chancellor Angela Merkel’s center-right bloc both laid claim Sunday to lead the country’s next government as projections showed the longtime leader’s party heading for its worst-ever result in a national election. Continue reading →

World

UK offers thousands of visas to foreign truckers to ease driver shortage

Responding to an escalating crisis, Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain reversed course this weekend and offered thousands of visas to foreign truckers to combat a driver shortage that has left some supermarket shelves empty and caused long lines at gas stations. Continue reading →

World

Norway lifts coronavirus restrictions after 561 Days

Norway on Saturday lifted social distancing rules, capacity limits on businesses and other pandemic-era restrictions that have been in place for more than a year. Continue reading →

OPINION

The year of understanding: COVID-19 and the humanity of the unvaccinated

I have made it my practice not to belittle unvaccinated patients. Instead of telling them what they should do, I ask them, ‘What questions do you have about the vaccine?’ Or ‘What’s keeping you from getting the shot?’ The response has been eye-opening. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

In defense of MCAS

The test scores show us how far K-12 students have fallen behind in the pandemic, and just how important a metric the tests provide to address student needs. Continue reading →

OPINION

Janey decision undermines viable waterfront plan

The acting mayor’s withdrawal of the Downtown Waterfront Municipal Harbor Plan throws out years of viable careful planning along with a controversial development. Continue reading →

Analysis

With Gentile gone, it may be time for a new approach to the Gardner heist

Although the FBI remains mum about the status of the investigation, the mystery surrounding Bobby Gentile’s involvement remains a reminder that a new approach might be worth considering. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Paralympic track athletes share running and mobility techniques with amputees in Manchester, N.H.

Dozens of children and adults spent Sunday morning in Manchester, N.H., running and playing during an event focused on helping those who have lost limbs or have other limb differences learn how they can be more physically active and fit. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Sacred Heart celebrates its 150th anniversary with Cardinal O’Malley

Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Sacred Heart Church, which rebounded after being destroyed in a 2005 fire, Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley on Sunday asked its parishioners to imagine what life was like for the immigrants who built it. Continue reading →

PETER ABRAHAM | ON BASEBALL

It was quite an eventful night at Fenway, and possibly the last one until next season

The schedule is in their favor entering the final week, but even if they make the postseason, this weekend's play suggests it might be a short stay. Continue reading →

Ben Volin | On Football

Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry, where are you? Patriots aren’t getting good return on free agent investments

The tight ends, Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry, have been particularly disappointing. Continue reading →

Saints 28, Patriots 13

On Julian Edelman day, Patriots’ magic merely a historic footnote in humbling loss to Saints

The Patriots were beaten in every phase in losing their second game at home. Continue reading →

Business

‘Every day is doomsday’: New limits give Chinese e-gamers whiplash

China’s video game industry is booming. But it sure does not feel that way to Stone Shi, a game designer in China. Continue reading →

Business

‘Every day is doomsday’: New limits give Chinese e-gamers whiplash

China’s video game industry is booming. But it sure does not feel that way to Stone Shi, a game designer in China. Continue reading →

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Obituaries

Norman Laliberté, whose art delighted Logan passengers and a World’s Fair, dies at 95

Norman Laliberté, an artist whose work included banners that made him famous at the 1964 World’s Fair and at Logan International Airport, died in his sleep Sept. 10 at home in Nahant. He was 95. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Norman Laliberté, whose art delighted Logan passengers and a World’s Fair, dies at 95

Norman Laliberté, an artist whose work included banners that made him famous at the 1964 World’s Fair and at Logan International Airport, died in his sleep Sept. 10 at home in Nahant. He was 95. Continue reading →

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Arts

To save the oceans, fall in love with them

Four new books look at the wonders of the deep — and why we should work hard to both understand and save our oceans. Continue reading →

Theater

A big night for ‘Moulin Rouge!’ as Broadway celebrates a joyous return

The show, which premiered in Boston, racked up 10 awards, including the night's biggest, best musical. Continue reading →

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