The staggering number was reached as the state and nation prepare for a greater surge in cases fueled by the highly transmissible Omicron variant, which began to sweep across the US just as holiday travel season got under way. Continue reading →
In their quest to safely reopen classrooms in January amid a surge of COVID infections, schools across Mass. are ramping up testing, tightening COVID restrictions, and bracing for some chaos. Continue reading →
The year 2021 was, for many people, the year in which climate change jumped from the part of our brains reserved for future-think — for worries not yet realized — and landed squarely in the now. Continue reading →
At least 10 Democrats are running for or are considering running, an unusual number for a down-ballot seat that typically draws a smattering of green or lesser-known candidates. Continue reading →
President Biden’s commission to study structural revisions to the Supreme Court found one potential change both Democrats and Republicans have said they could support: implementing term limits for the justices, who currently have lifetime tenure. Continue reading →
A federal judge refused to dismiss an indictment charging four alleged leaders of the far-right Proud Boys with conspiring to attack the US Capitol. Continue reading →
Russia’s Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the nation’s most prominent human rights organization must close, signaling President Vladimir Putin’s longstanding determination to control the narrative of some of the most painful and repressive chapters of Russian history. Continue reading →
Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Tuesday he is not opposed to a “good” nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, but voiced skepticism that such an outcome would emerge from the current negotiations. Continue reading →
Last year amid the pandemic, Boston’s New Year’s Eve festivities went completely virtual. But this year, First Night Boston — ice sculptures and fireworks included — is back. Continue reading →
The court’s ruling came down Dec. 16, with Justice Sabita Singh writing in a 14-page opinion that the plaintiff, Fore River Residents Against the Compressor Station, lacks standing to challenge a key ruling on the project. Continue reading →
Since a Globe report in November, there have been repeated calls for Lisa Dana to resign over her handling of alleged misconduct by the boys' hockey team. Continue reading →
The state law prevents entertainment venues ranging in size from 1,000 to 3,500 seats from being built in casinos. But Wynn plans to build the venue across the street from the Encore property and bring in a separate business to operate it. Continue reading →
New federal guidance shortening the recommended isolation periods for many infected Americans will provide relief to companies struggling with staffing shortages, businesses said Tuesday, but labor representatives warned that the move could push some employees back to work too soon. Continue reading →
Flight disruptions triggered by weather and coronavirus-related staffing shortages appeared to ease slightly Tuesday, but still amounted to more than 1,000 cancellations, stranding holiday travelers across the country as many try to return home. Continue reading →
Ms. Medwed's seven comic novels include "Mail” and “How Elizabeth Barrett Browning Saved My Life." She had lived for many years in Cambridge, the home to many of her fictional characters. Continue reading →
Ms. Medwed's seven comic novels include "Mail” and “How Elizabeth Barrett Browning Saved My Life." She had lived for many years in Cambridge, the home to many of her fictional characters. Continue reading →
Whether you're staying in or going out for New Year's Eve, we've gathered a dozen local restaurants where you can get your fix before 2022. Continue reading →
The cancellation comes after "WILD: A Musical Becoming," "The Slutcracker," and "The Christmas Revels" all cut short their theatrical runs. Continue reading →
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