Nation

Truckers protesting COVID mandates encircle Washington, D.C.

The convoy of vehicles aimed to complete two loops on Interstate 495 before returning to a staging area in Maryland. But by the second time around, the vehicles appeared to be so spread out that the congestion took on the feel of a weekday morning commute. Continue reading →

Nation

Ukrainians find that relatives in Russia do not believe there is a war

Four days after Russia began dropping artillery shells on Kyiv, Misha Katsiurin, a Ukrainian restaurateur, was wondering why his father, a church custodian living in the Russian city of Nizhny Novgorod, had not called to check on him. Continue reading →

Nation

Harris marks ‘Bloody Sunday’ anniversary in Selma

The nation’s first female vice president — as well as the first African American and Indian American in the role — spoke of marchers whose “peaceful protest was met with crushing violence. They were kneeling when the state troopers charged. They were praying when the billy clubs struck.” Continue reading →

World

North Korea confirms new tests on spy satellite

North Korea performed data transmission and other key tests needed to develop a spy satellite, state media said Sunday, in the second such tests in about a week, indicating the country intends to conduct a prohibited long-range rocket launch soon. Continue reading →

World

In Burundi, the drum is a revered symbol of unity. But only men can play.

An ensemble of about 30 men, balancing heavy instruments on their heads, walked in a solemn procession to a red-soil field, where the silence would soon be replaced by a sound essential to the cultural identity of Burundi: drumming. Continue reading →

World

Most people are fleeing Ukraine, but some are heading the other way

For 11 days, the Palanca border crossing in southeast Moldova has been one of the main escape hatches for those fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine. But Sunday afternoon, there was also a steady trickle of people returning to the war zone — just days after reaching safety. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Victims of sexual harassment on college campuses deserve independent investigations

Congress should amend Title IX to eliminate inherent biases so that the law can fully live up to it promise to eradicate sexual discrimination. Continue reading →

OPINION

Longer lifespans require secure financial futures

The main idea behind financial wellness is that individuals can plan for their financial future in a more comprehensive way than in decades past. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Taiwan remains determined to defend its sovereignty

China’s military threat to Taiwan is real. The Chinese government has clearly stated that it reserves the option of taking "all necessary measures," including the use of force, against Taiwan. Continue reading →

Metro

Inside Somerville’s crusade to zap its rats

This week, Somerville distributed 50 so-called SMART Boxes to curb the city’s rodent problem. Officials say the devices, which electrocute rats and automatically reset for additional captures, are a high-tech and environmentally conscious approach to an intractable problem. Continue reading →

K-12

As the world watches the war in Ukraine, educators are facing the challenges of teaching history in real time

As the war in Ukraine unfolds, teachers have the unique obligation to balance giving students information and historical context about the conflict, while also quelling theirs fears and anxiety. Continue reading →

New Hampshire

‘It was really an adventure.’ A boat partially built by New Hampshire students washes up in Norway.

Students from Rye Junior High School in Rye, N.H., helped construct a boat that washed up in Norway in February. Continue reading →

Sports Business

Gerry Cardinale brings vision and financial clout to Fenway Sports Group’s growth plan, and an NBA team is ‘a real top priority’

“Everything’s in play, I would say,” said Cardinale, who last year became the third-largest investor in FSG to assist in its pursuit of additional sports teams and properties. Continue reading →

NCAA Women's Hockey Tournament

Northeastern seeded third in NCAA women’s hockey tournament

The Huskies will host a regional at their home, Matthews Arena, on Saturday afternoon. Continue reading →

Celtics 126, Nets 120

Another Jayson Tatum masterpiece (54 points) lifts Celtics to statement win over Nets

Tatum relished in outdueling Nets star Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Continue reading →

Business

As war rages, Russian businesses in Boston fear a backlash

Businesses owned by Russian immigrants in the Boston area say they've received some blowback but are fiercely opposed to the war in Ukraine. Continue reading →

Business

Boston startup wants to rid disposable diapers of plastic

Launched in June, the brand prides itself on being the only disposable diaper that enables a baby’s bum to touch nothing but pure cotton. Continue reading →

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ART

In Portland, plans for a ‘whole new kind of museum’

Portland Museum of Art launches $85 million fund-raising project to expand its footprint and reimagine its presence as a public space in the city’s cultural life. Continue reading →

Theater

Will Swenson to play Neil Diamond in Broadway-bound ‘A Beautiful Noise’

The musical based on the singer's life will get its world premiere at the Emerson Colonial Theatre June 21-July 31. Continue reading →

Arts

Ukraine-born Mila Kunis and husband Ashton Kutcher pledge to match $3 million in aid donations

Ukrainian-born American actress Mila Kunis, along with her celebrity husband Ashton Kutcher, have agreed to match up to $3 million in donations toward refugee and humanitarian aid for Ukraine. Continue reading →