Political Notebook

N.Y. lieutenant governor is focus of federal inquiry into campaign fraud

Federal prosecutors and the FBI are investigating whether Lieutenant Governor Brian A. Benjamin of New York played a role in an effort to funnel fraudulent contributions to his unsuccessful 2021 campaign for New York City comptroller. Continue reading →

Nation

With eyes on Russia, US military prepares for an Arctic future

Tensions have been growing in the Arctic for years, as nations stake claims to shipping routes and energy reserves that are opening up as a result of climate change. Now, with the geopolitical order shifting after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the competition over sovereignty and resources in the Arctic could intensify. Continue reading →

Politics

US officials scramble to clarify Biden’s suggestion that Putin ‘cannot remain in power’

Government officials — from the White House to senior lawmakers on Capitol Hill — were quick to say that the remark was not intended as a call for a regime change. Continue reading →

World

Blinken reassures allies ahead of possible Iran deal

The secretary of state made the comments shortly before joining his counterparts from Israel and four Arab countries at a special gathering where the Iranian nuclear deal was expected to top the agenda. Continue reading →

World

El Salvador declares state of emergency amid killings

Fourteen people were killed Friday and 62 people died Saturday, a scale of violence that has not been seen for years. Continue reading →

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OPINION

Multiple breadbasket failures: Nations must address looming food emergencies

The war in Ukraine, coupled with weather-related disruptions in the world’s major grain-producing regions, could unleash unbearable waves of displacement, humanitarian consequences, civil unrest, major financial losses worldwide, and geopolitical fragility. Continue reading →

OPINION

We can eat our way out of climate change

New innovations in agriculture could be one of the most potent carbon-reversal opportunities. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Tapping Venezuela’s oil wealth to help its impoverished citizens

If the Biden administration is considering allowing oil purchases from Venezuela, then it must do it via a humanitarian oil agreement. Continue reading →

Higher Education

As some states seek to limit reproductive freedoms, BU opens ‘Plan B’ vending machine

A “Plan B vending machine” at Boston University is among the first of its kind in the United States, offering students a generic version of what is known as the “morning after” pill for $7.25, significantly less than some over-the-counter options Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

‘There’s no way to get back 22 years’: Black officer wrongly accused of cocaine use plans to build school in Honduras with settlement money

Richard Beckers was one of five Black police officers owed millions in backpay after two decades of litigation. Now, he wants to give it away. Continue reading →

RI POLITICS

US attorney’s office now involved in probe of state education contract

Governor McKee’s administration draws renewed criticism over a controversial contract awarded to the ILO Group for up to $5.2 million. Continue reading →

Ben Volin | On Football

At NFL owners meeting, a rarity: no complaints about instant replay or the rules

There are proposals to the overtime format, but the competition committee says the NFL is in a really good place. Continue reading →

CELTICS 134, TIMBERWOLVES 112

Celtics reach No. 1 in the East after shellacking Timberwolves, but Robert Williams injures knee

Boston made it 24 wins in its last 28, breaking open the game by doubling up Minnesota, 38-19, in the second quarter on 50 percent shooting from the field. Continue reading →

Dan Shaughnessy

You might not know a lot about Celtics coach Ime Udoka, but here’s all you need to know: He’s in command

The rookie coach has his own, calm style, and he has the Celtics soaring with high postseason hopes. Continue reading →

CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

BU’s ‘Jenga Building’ is coming together above the Charles River

The glassy, 19-story computer science building will be a landmark on the city’s western skyline. Continue reading →

Business

‘It’s nothing new’: A Mass. politician’s battle with pandemic-fueled online hate

Online trolls, shrouded in anonymity and fueled by the divisive nature of COVID politics, have levied streams of hate against people they dislike, including state Senator Becca Rausch, who has supported vaccines and mask mandates. Continue reading →

Business

Top Places to Work nominations now open

Has your company been putting workers first throughout the twists and turns of the pandemic? We want to know. Continue reading →

Obituaries

With a simple coat and warm prose, Cynthia Thomas inspired cancer patients

With a shared thrift shop coat and her encouraging presence, Ms. Thomas encouraged her friends with cancer "to live every moment of life to its fullest." Continue reading →

Obituaries

With a simple coat and warm prose, Cynthia Thomas inspired cancer patients

With a shared thrift shop coat and her encouraging presence, Ms. Thomas encouraged her friends with cancer "to live every moment of life to its fullest." Continue reading →

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Movies

An ugly moment makes the wrong kind of Oscars history

There were highs, and, oh yes, there were lows. The emotional nadir of the Oscar telecast on Sunday night was the extremely tense confrontation between presenter Chris Rock and Will Smith. Continue reading →

ASK AMY

Family member reacts with anger after sudden death

Advice from Amy Dickinson. Continue reading →

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