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Boston Mayoral Race

Michelle Wu wins historic Boston mayor’s race, marking a new era for the city

Wu, the daughter of Taiwanese immigrants and a Boston Public Schools mother who pitched a once parochial city on an unabashedly progressive agenda, captured the Boston mayoralty by a wide margin. Continue reading →

Boston Mayoral Race

In Michelle Wu’s win, Asian American political power

“To have somebody who is the face of the city,” said Sam Hyun, chairperson of the Massachusetts Asian American Committee, “it’s absolutely historic.” Continue reading →

Metro

Wu prepares to write a new chapter in Boston’s story

It’s fair to say that never has one person represented so much change in the mayor’s office, in one fell swoop. Continue reading →

Elections

For some, a historic and monumental Boston election; for others, just another Tuesday in November

Even in the midst of such a symbolic moment, much of the city remained disengaged from the election. Continue reading →

Boston Mayoral Race

New Boston City Council takes shape

A new Boston City Council is taking shape after an array of competitive races, including five open seats, brought significant turnover to the city’s legislative body, and some historic firsts. Voters also weighed in on issues such as policing and affordable housing. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Opioid makers win major victory in California trial

A state judge flatly rejected a legal argument being employed in thousands of cases against the industry over its role in an epidemic of abuse that, according to federal data, has contributed to the deaths of some 500,000 people in the United States since the late 1990s. Continue reading →

Political Notebook

Foreign nationals can finance ballot initiatives, FEC affirms

The Federal Election Commission has affirmed in a not-yet-public decision that foreign nationals can finance efforts related to ballot initiatives, deciding that the federal ban on foreign money applies only to candidate elections. Continue reading →

Nation

False claims, new rules: Election Day arrives in the US

Elections Tuesday were testing voting restrictions in some Republican-controlled states as officials got a chance to counter a year’s worth of misinformation about voting security. Much of the attention will be on Virginia and New Jersey, where voters are casting ballots for governor and other statewide races. Continue reading →

The World

World

Ethiopia declares state of emergency as rebels advance toward capital

Ethiopia declared a state of emergency on Tuesday and called on its citizens to pick up arms and prepare to defend the capital as rebel forces from the northern region of Tigray pressed south toward the city, following the capture of two key towns. Continue reading →

World

Global leaders pledge to end deforestation by 2030

Leaders of more than 100 countries, including Brazil, China, Russia, and the United States, vowed at climate talks in Glasgow, Scotland, to end deforestation by 2030, in a landmark agreement that encompasses some 85 percent of the world’s forests. Continue reading →

World

Dozens killed in attack on military hospital in Afghanistan’s capital

At least 25 people were killed and more than a dozen were wounded during an attack on a military hospital in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Tuesday, according to local officials, with gunfire and explosions echoing throughout the city into the afternoon. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

Put violent airline passengers on a federal no-fly list

Unruly people on planes aren’t just an annoyance. They are a security threat to everyone on board. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Charging for prison phone calls burdens families

While the SJC ponders the “legalized kickbacks” of telecom contracts, lawmakers can fix this now. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Pitches are made to put federal funds to use in Mass.

Stakeholders advocate for Massachusetts and Boston officials to allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds toward civil legal aid and child care. Continue reading →

Metro

Metro

Wu prepares to write a new chapter in Boston’s story

It’s fair to say that never has one person represented so much change in the mayor’s office, in one fell swoop. Continue reading →

RI CRIME

Cities struggle with ways to crack down on illegal bike and ATV riding

Providence has an ATV problem — but so do cities from Philadelphia to Boston and beyond. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

The father of the Pumpkin Spice Latte speaks

Pumpkin Spice Latte was handed down by a mere mortal credited with being its “father": Peter Dukes. Continue reading →

Sports

Ben Volin | On football

Taking a deeper look at the biggest stories (and non-stories) of the NFL trade deadline

Since the NFL trade deadline comes with 10 weeks to go in the regular season, most teams still have a shot at the playoffs. Continue reading →

revolution

The remarkable journey of Revolution keeper Matt Turner seems to be hitting a peak

Once an undrafted free agent out of college, he is now among MLS's elite goalies and the No. 1 keeper for the US national team. Continue reading →

Peter Abraham | On baseball

Braves manager Brian Snitker stayed with a team that didn’t always stay with him and was rewarded with a World Series victory

The first three times Snitker was promoted to the major league staff, he was sent back to the minors. Continue reading →

Business

THE FINE PRINT

If you still have 3G, it may be time to upgrade your phone before it’s too late

AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile are “sunsetting” 3G in 2022 to make room for networks that are more technologically advanced and provide faster, better service. Continue reading →

tech newsletter

A billion-dollar coming-out party in Boston

Once a mysterious MIT spinout, Ginkgo has definitely arrived. Continue reading →

Innovation economy

In companies’ virtual worlds, the metaverse is getting real

The pandemic has made the concept of a virtual space to meet, do business, or hang out more tangible, benefitting companies like Virbela. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Jean Rounds, wife of Senator Mike Rounds, dies from cancer

Jean Rounds, the wife of Republican Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota, died Tuesday following a battle with cancer. She was 65. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

Names

Kenny Chesney to take the stage at Gillette Stadium for two nights in August

After two postponements, the six-time Grammy nominee will headline in Foxborough on Aug. 26 and Aug. 27 as part of his Here and Now 2022 stadium tour. Continue reading →

Names

10 podcasts for TV-obsessed fans by TV-obsessed fans

Take a quick break from binge-watching and tune into these podcasts featuring deep-dive recaps, pop culture analysis, and interviews (and hosting responsibilities) from characters you know and love. Continue reading →

Names

Chris Evans celebrates a major milestone with Christopher’s Haven

The West End-based organization, which provides low-cost temporary housing for children undergoing cancer treatment and their families, commemorated its 20th anniversary with a visit from the former Captain America. Continue reading →