Nation

Former Trump strategist Bannon found guilty of contempt of Congress

Steve Bannon was convicted of contempt of Congress for his refusal to provide documents or testimony to a House committee probing the Jan. 6, 2021 attack. Continue reading →

Nation

After Roe, Republicans sharpen attacks on gay and transgender rights

Michigan’s Republican candidates for governor were asked if it was also time to roll back constitutional protections for gay rights. None of the five candidates came to the defense of same-sex marriage. Continue reading →

Nation

Jan. 6 footage of Senator Josh Hawley fleeing Capitol sparks memes

An image of Senator Josh Hawley became an iconic symbol of how he and other Republicans made common cause with the Capitol rioters. Thursday, the House committee showed a new image of Hawley: one of him fleeing the Capitol, sparking memes and criticism. Continue reading →

World

UN court rejects Myanmar’s opposition to Rohingya genocide case

The United Nations’ top court ruled Friday that a case accusing Myanmar of committing genocide against Rohingya Muslims can proceed, paving the way for hearings that will examine the state’s culpability in violence that drove nearly 1 million Rohingya from their homes. Continue reading →

World

Sri Lankan Forces Raid Protest Camp at Center of Uprising

Security forces on Friday surprised sleeping protesters with a raid on the protest camp at the heart of the uprising that toppled Sri Lanka’s president in a move that could set off further unrest as the bankrupt nation seeks stability. Continue reading →

World

South Korea to lift ban on North Korea TV, newspapers, despite tensions

South Korea plans to lift its decadeslong ban on public access to North Korean television, newspapers, and other media as part of its efforts to promote mutual understanding between the rivals, officials said Friday. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Lawmakers shouldn’t wait for history to judge Trump

The Jan. 6 hearings have added a sense of urgency to the investigation into the assault on American democracy. It’s time for Congress to respond. Continue reading →

OPINION

Latino voters may determine control of the US Senate

A sizeable chunk of the Latino electorate is persuadable. Democrats had better wake up and act accordingly. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Toxic ground just underscores importance of organic certification

The danger of PFAS, or "forever chemicals," presents another reason why consumers continue to rely on the organic label. Continue reading →

Transportation

Advocates want governor, Legislature to treat T problems like 10-out-of-10 crisis

One day after an Orange Line train caught fire, advocates on Friday called on political leaders to take urgent action aimed at preventing the next T catastrophe. Continue reading →

Health

Hospitals feel the heat as climate change bakes Boston

Hospitals in Greater Boston have seen an uptick in patients with heat-related health issues this week — a trend that’s expected to continue into the weekend. Continue reading →

Health

Trump and Biden’s COVID experiences could not be more different

On Friday, Biden’s physician reported that his symptoms had improved. Continue reading →

Sports

Trouble on the mountain: A look at a tumultuous week at Gunstock

A long-simmering power struggle at New England’s only county-owned mountain came to a head this week. Continue reading →

Red Sox

‘He’s my hero’: Boston’s Dominicans cheer David Ortiz’s entry into Hall of Fame

Big Papi’s ascension is not just a crowning moment for one of their own, but a recognition of how far their community has come. Continue reading →

DAVID ORTIZ | Hall of fame 2022

You know who else is excited for David Ortiz’s Hall of Fame induction? The people of Cooperstown.

It's been a tough few years for the upstate New York hamlet, where local businesses rely on baseball fans. Continue reading →

Economy

Mass. job market slows again in June

Jobs data shows Mass. economy slowing down. Continue reading →

Business

As temperatures soar, local businesses offer relief from dangerous heat

With Boston in the grips of a heat wave, people are looking for ways to cool off indoors. Continue reading →

Business

Family of deceased construction worker sues Government Center Garage developers

Family of construction worker who died in Government Center Garage collapse files wrongful death suit. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Judith Schiff, who roamed Yale’s vast archive, dies at 84

In her many decades as chief research archivist at the Yale University Library, Judith A. Schiff worked with Charles Lindbergh on his archive, explored the papers of Emily Dickinson’s editor, and unearthed all sorts of tidbits about the university and the surrounding city of New Haven, Conn. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Werner Reich, who learned magic in Auschwitz, dies at 94

In the Auschwitz barracks where starving, emaciated, dying men were crammed six to a bed, Werner Reich’s closest neighbor was a gentlemanly German Jewish man in his 30s named Herbert Levin, who had been known before World War II as Nivelli the magician. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Carleton Varney, ‘Mr. Color’ of interior design, dies at 85

An interior designer who bathed his spaces in emerald green and melon orange, azalea pink, and royal blue, Carleton Varney acquired the moniker "Mr. Color" and had a roster of A-list clients including Joan Crawford and Jimmy Carter. Continue reading →

Arts

Hundreds of LGBTQ+ families to gather in Provincetown for Family Week

Organizers expect at least 1,600 attendees and have prepared a packed schedule of beachside parties, games, workshops, peer support groups, and a Family Pride Parade on July 30 to cap things off. Continue reading →

Lifestyle

Heading to Nantucket this summer? Here’s a look at what’s new and what’s happening.

It’s high season on Nantucket, and a few things may have changed since your last visit. Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

Save your tears: The Weeknd was a blast

The state-of-the-art production at Gillette included a massive set designed to look like the superstar’s beloved Toronto skyline, besieged by some form of apocalypse or three. Pyro blasts made it seem like the end was in fact near. Thankfully, it was just a stop on his stadium tour. Continue reading →