Nation

‘Frustration and stress’: State officials fault rollout of monkeypox vaccine

The federal government’s distribution of monkeypox vaccine has been blemished by missteps and confusion, burdening local officials and slowing the pace of immunizations even as the virus spreads. Continue reading →

National Wires

Deadline looms for western states to cut Colorado River use

Banks along parts of the Colorado River where water once streamed are now just caked mud and rock as climate change makes the Western United States hotter and drier. Continue reading →

Nation

Justice Dept. opposes release of Mar-a-Lago affidavit

The department argued that releasing the affidavit could hamper its investigation and potentially harm those involved. Continue reading →

World

William Ruto is declared Kenya’s next president, but uncertainty reigns

Kenya’s vice president, William Ruto, won the country’s presidential election, the head of the electoral commission said Monday, days after a cliffhanger vote in a country that is pivotal to the economy and security of East Africa. Continue reading →

World

Ukrainian military says it repelled more than dozen attacks

The Ukrainian military said Monday that it had repelled more than a dozen Russian attacks in the country’s east and north, including attempts to advance on key cities in the eastern industrial heartland known as the Donbas. Continue reading →

World

French soldiers quit Mali after 9 years, billions spent, and many lives lost

It began with fanfare and friendship: Arriving in the West African nation of Mali in 2013, French troops were greeted as heroes liberating Malians from an existential jihadi threat. Continue reading →

OPINION

Massachusetts makes a losing bet on gambling

For all other addictive products, government seeks to protect public health by regulating and restricting access to the addictive product or substance. But with gambling, state government is a full business partner. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Reckless anti-raid rhetoric fuels surge in violence

Responsible Republicans can help douse the flames before it's too late. Continue reading →

LETTERS

Questions mount after FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago

It is not clear which classified documents the FBI discovered; however, the search did give Americans a window into the US government’s incredibly incompetent process of controlling sensitive, classified information. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

‘A day full of hope’: Michael Cox sworn in as Boston’s new police commissioner

He returns to lead the Boston force at a pivotal moment for a department that faces widespread calls for reform. Continue reading →

Massachusetts Governor's Race

Gubernatorial hopeful Maura Healey launches first statewide ad. It’s focused on family, teamwork, and making ‘Massachusetts more affordable.’

The 30-second spot, which will run statewide starting Tuesday, brings in Healey’s childhood in Hampton Falls, N.H., and promotes middle-of-the-road policy proposals. Continue reading →

Transportation

Orange Line shutdown will cause ‘severe’ traffic congestion throughout the region, officials warn

"All roadway users — whether you drive, bike or walk — you will see changes in your everyday commute and your commute will likely be longer,” said MassDOT official Jonathan Gulliver. Continue reading →

red sox

Revitalized Garrett Whitlock puts a big piece of the Red Sox bullpen back in place

Since coming off the injured list in mid-July, he has a 1.53 ERA while holding hitters to a meager .133/.161/.233 line. Continue reading →

christopher l. gasper

Whatever Bill Belichick’s ‘process’ is, it appears to be hindering the offense’s progress

So far, the offense has been struggling in training camp to adapt to scheme and communication changes. Continue reading →

CHAD FINN

The Celtics should want nothing to do with Kevin Durant

Yes, he might be one of the 12 best players in league history, but Durant's demands the past two seasons wouldn't jibe with this Celtics roster — which deserves a chance to get over the finish line by itself. Continue reading →

Business

Tents may be gone from Mass. and Cass, but a humanitarian crisis remains

People were huddled under patio-size umbrellas, sleeping on blankets, and using wheelchairs as seating. Progress, it seems, depends on your perspective. Continue reading →

Business

‘An economic stimulus boon’: Local tech companies seek CHIPS Act money

As the federal government begins handing out massive subsidies to boost the US semiconductor industry, Massachusetts companies are well-placed to cash in. Continue reading →

Business

UK approves COVID booster vaccine that targets two variants

Britain on Monday became the first country to authorize a coronavirus vaccine that targets two variants, the original virus and Omicron, the variant that became dominant over the winter. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Anne Heche, star with troubled life, dies of crash injuries

Spokeswoman Holly Baird said Sunday night that Ms. Heche “been peacefully taken off life support.” Continue reading →

Obituaries

Anne Heche, star with troubled life, dies of crash injuries

Spokeswoman Holly Baird said Sunday night that Ms. Heche “been peacefully taken off life support.” Continue reading →

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Arts

Workers at Mass MoCA plan one-day strike Friday

Maida Rosenstein, president of UAW 2110, which represents the workers, said the museum “has a very lowball offer on the table in terms of wages.” Continue reading →

STAGE REVIEW

A too-muted ‘Hymn’ at Shakespeare & Company

Two brothers, unaware that the other existed for half a century, finally meet and become part of each other’s lives. It’s a potentially rich story, but Lolita Chakrabarti's play feels underdeveloped. Also, in a way, underpopulated. Continue reading →

MUSIC REVIEW

Ax and Ma celebrate friendship, music, and more at Tanglewood

The final installment of the pianist’s ‘Pathways from Prague’ series drew a convivial crowd. Continue reading →