Nation

CIA finds no ‘worldwide campaign’ by any foreign power behind mysterious Havana syndrome

The Central Intelligence Agency has determined that a foreign country is probably not mounting a global attack aimed at US personnel who have reported painful and sometimes debilitating physical symptoms, a significant finding that could undermine some officials’ suspicion that Russia is to blame for a years-long series of mysterious illnesses. Continue reading →

Political Notebook

Democrats urge Biden to change strategy on terrorism

Congressional Democrats on Thursday urged President Biden to overhaul his counterterrorism strategy and targeting criteria for drone strikes, citing grave concerns about “repeated civilian casualties arising from secretive and unaccountable lethal operations.” Continue reading →

Nation

Kidneys from a genetically altered pig are implanted in a brain-dead patient

The announcement was the latest in a series of remarkable feats in organ transplantation. Continue reading →

World

Biden strengthens his words on Ukraine after flustering European partners

President Biden on Thursday strengthened his warning to Russia about a potential attack on Ukraine, saying that any movement of Russian units across the Ukrainian border would be taken as an invasion, a day after the president triggered alarm in European capitals with his suggestion of divisions among allies. Continue reading →

World

Benedict under fire for work on abuse cases as archbishop

A report released by a German law firm accused Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI of mishandling at least four cases of sexual abuse by Roman Catholic priests when he was the archbishop of Munich Thursday. Continue reading →

World

Phone call shows brother pleading with Texas hostage-taker

A British man who held four people hostage in a Texas synagogue ranted against Jews and American wars in countries like Afghanistan as his brother pleaded with him to give up and free the captives, a recording of the conversation shows. Continue reading →

OPINION

Legislature must fully protect survivors of sexual assault

A new bill would help close the gaps in the original bill and finally provide a comprehensive assault-survivor bill of rights in the state. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Body cameras not just for cops any more

Extending their use to prison guards can save lives, lawsuits, and costly settlements. Continue reading →

LETTERS

For Willie and Flynn, it was a busing journey they took together

Charles V. Willie’s greatest impact on Boston public life began in 1975, when he served as a court-appointed master shaping the first mandatory citywide school desegregation plan. Continue reading →

Higher Education

‘Education is the ladder to success’: Pine Manor’s merger with BC yields new institute serving underrepresented students

Boston College will soon offer a two-year associate’s degree program and free summer academy through a new institute formed as part of its integration agreement with Pine Manor College. Continue reading →

Metro

The guilty, the innocent, and government secrecy

Hiding behind privacy laws, at this point, is more than pointless; it endangers the next kid who needs government intervention to save them from their own flesh and blood. Continue reading →

Metro

Federal regulators allow Weymouth compressor station to continue operating

The chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission said regulators “likely erred” in allowing the station to be built so close to a residential area, and though they could not shut it down, he hoped this would be a “turning point” so that “history does not repeat itself.” Continue reading →

Bruins 4, Capitals 3

Bruins beat Capitals on Charlie McAvoy’s goal with 45 seconds left

David Pastrnak scored his 17th and 18th goals of the season for the Bruins. Continue reading →

Kevin Paul Dupont | On hockey

Capitals provide a measuring stick for Bruins

The No. 1 playoff question is whether the Bruins can dig in and establish inside ice in the offensive zone. Continue reading →

Bruins Notebook

Bruins lose Brad Marchand on what coach Bruce Cassidy calls ‘cheap’ hit

The Bruins didn’t know the severity of Marchand’s injury immediately after a 4-3 win on Thursday. Continue reading →

Business

Wireless Internet firm Starry shows growth, looks to complete merger to go public

The Boston-based Wi-Fi company Starry remains a fledgling firm compared to Comcast, Verizon, and Charter; however, it steadily grew its paying subscriber base last year and looks to go public in the near future. Continue reading →

Business

Bank of Russia seeks to outlaw mining and trading of crypto

Russia’s central bank proposed a blanket ban on the use and creation of all cryptocurrencies within one of the world’s biggest crypto-mining nations, citing the dangers posed to the country’s financial system and environment. Continue reading →

Business

US jobless claims rise to 286,000, highest since October

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose to the highest level in three months as the fast-spreading Omicron variant disrupted the job market. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Sara McLanahan, who studied single motherhood, dies at 81

Dr. McLanahan’s research grew in part out of her personal experience as a single mother to three children. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Hardy Kruger, German-born Hollywood star, is dead at 93

He was the first German actor to become a Hollywood star after World War II, appearing in such movies as "Barry Lyndon" and "A Bridge Too Far." Continue reading →

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Arts

‘Frida: Immersive Dream’ heading to Boston next month

In the wake of Van Gogh’s starry nights comes the dark, magical, folk art-inflected world of Mexican artist and icon Frida Kahlo. The exhibit opens Feb. 10 at Lighthouse ArtSpace Boston at the Castle. Continue reading →

MUSIC

Rage Against the Machine backs out of Boston Calling 2022

Boston Calling announced on Thursday that Rage Against the Machine would no longer be headlining its 2022 music festival. The band postponed all shows on the first leg of its upcoming tour, including the May 27-29 Boston festival. Continue reading →

FOOD

Warm up by these restaurants’ fireplaces

There are plenty to choose from, so grab your vaccination card and settle in for a cozy meal at one of these Boston-area restaurants. Continue reading →