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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

Orthodontist vs. insurer: How Question 2 could bring sweeping changes to dental industry

If Question 2 passes, it could affect not just the insurers that do business here, but also dentists and orthodontists — not to mention anyone with dental insurance. Continue reading →

Transportation

Union officials sue MBTA after arbitrator proposes slashing pensions of those who retire before the age of 65

The president of Carmen’s Union president and MBTA officials said Monday that the two sides are still in negotiations over a final pension agreement. Continue reading →

THE BIG IDEA

Traffic is so bad, it could hurt our economy. But there’s a way to fix it.

Gridlock reigns during the morning and evening commutes, pretty much no matter where you are. But why is that, and what should we do about it? Continue reading →

Climate

Local researchers are aiming to create the perfect battery. The stakes couldn’t be higher.

Researchers and companies around the world are racing to solve the problem of storing clean energy when the sun isn’t shining on solar farms or the wind isn’t turning turbines. Continue reading →

Retail

Take a look at the birthday cards ageism advocates say are mean and stereotypical

A group called Changing the Narrative is challenging America’s card makers to reframe their message and design a new collection of birthday cards that celebrate rather than denigrate aging. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Monkeypox appears to recede, but risks and uncertainties linger

Nearly four months after the first report of monkeypox in the United States, the virus is showing promising signs of retreat, easing fears that it may spill over into populations of older adults, pregnant women, and young children. Continue reading →

Nation

Florida urges some to begin evacuating as Hurricane Ian strengthens

As Hurricane Ian gathered strength and headed north toward Cuba and the United States, authorities in Florida urged residents Monday to begin evacuating some low-lying areas and to prepare for dangerous storm surges, flooding, and damage in the coming days. Continue reading →

Nation

Mastriano’s sputtering campaign: No TV ads, tiny crowds, little money

In the same spot where he spoke to thousands of people at a raucous state Capitol rally demanding an end to pandemic restrictions in April 2020, Doug Mastriano appeared Saturday before a crowd of just a few dozen — about half of whom were volunteers for his ragtag campaign for governor of Pennsylvania. Continue reading →

The World

World

Syria, North Korea take swipes at West as UN assembly ends

Some of the West’s fiercest critics made their cases in the closing hours of the UN General Assembly meeting of world leaders, as Syria and North Korea on Monday accused the United States and its allies of trying to impose their will on the world. Continue reading →

World

Russian military recruiter shot amid fear of Ukraine call-up

A man shot a Russian military officer at close range at an enlistment office Monday, an unusually bold attack reflecting resistance to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s efforts to mobilize hundreds of thousands of more men to wage war on Ukraine. Continue reading →

World

Europe looks at Italy’s Meloni with caution and trepidation

The victory in Italian elections of the far-right and Euroskeptic leader Giorgia Meloni, who once wanted to ditch the euro currency, sent a tremor Monday through a European establishment worried about a new right-wing shift in Europe. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

EDITORIAL

A deteriorated water system erodes public trust in Jackson, Miss.

Officials in that Southern state have failed to fulfill a basic human right. Federal oversight is desperately needed. Continue reading →

OPINION

With the Celtics and Udoka, it’s about brand

The integrity of the game is not as important as the integrity of the corporate interests that run the game. Continue reading →

OPINION

How I learned to stop worrying and love Hispanic Heritage Month

Is dedicating only a month every year to honor Latino culture just another example of “Hispandering”? Continue reading →

Metro

Massachusetts

The ‘Cider Donuteur’ is back. Here’s what he’s learned while hunting for New England’s best cider doughnuts

Alex Schwartz, known to fans online as the "Cider Donuteur," is back on the road to hunt for New England's best fried treats. And he's sharing some tips and tricks for getting the most out of your autumn adventures. Continue reading →

K-12

Skipper kicks off first day as new Boston education leader

Although Monday marked her first official day, Mary Skipper has spent the summer in Boston Public Schools while simultaneously wrapping up her time in Somerville. Continue reading →

Metro

Today in History

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 27, the 270th day of 2022. There are 95 days left in the year. Continue reading →

Sports

Tara Sullivan

Nothing to go on as to whether Joe Mazzulla is the right person to lead these Celtics

Here comes Mazzulla, who has to repair the emotional whiplash for the franchise, and who, oh yeah, also has to coach the players. Continue reading →

On Basketball | Gary Washburn

Celtics players still confused about what caused coach Ime Udoka’s yearlong suspension

"My initial reaction? I was a little confused but nobody has any of the information,'' Brown said. "There’s a lot of speculation going on, which makes it difficult for the guys who have been here.” Continue reading →

christopher l. gasper

Just when Mac Jones was making strides, he is dealt this setback

Any significant missed time for Jones will be a blow to his second-year development and the wobbly 1-2 Patriots. Continue reading →

Business

CHESTO MEANS BUSINESS

Orthodontist vs. insurer: How Question 2 could bring sweeping changes to dental industry

If Question 2 passes, it could affect not just the insurers that do business here, but also dentists and orthodontists — not to mention anyone with dental insurance. Continue reading →

THE BIG IDEA

Traffic is so bad, it could hurt our economy. But there’s a way to fix it.

Gridlock reigns during the morning and evening commutes, pretty much no matter where you are. But why is that, and what should we do about it? Continue reading →

Business

Russia gives citizenship to ex-NSA contractor Edward Snowden

Russia on Monday granted citizenship to former American intelligence contractor Edward Snowden, who fled prosecution after he revealed highly classified US surveillance programs to capture communications and data from around the world. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Obituaries

Former NJ governor James Florio dies at 85

As governor, he championed a plan that substantially raised the state’s sales and income taxes and prompted an antitax revolt. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Egyptian cleric revered by Muslim Brotherhood dies at 96

The Egyptian cleric was seen as the spiritual leader of the pan-Arab Muslim Brotherhood. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Nancy Hiller, who broke a glass ceiling in woodworking, dies at 63

Inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ms. Hiller specialized in clean lines, minimal ornament, and a truth in materials and construction. Continue reading →

Arts & Lifestyle

MUSIC REVIEW

Father John Misty re-energizes old favorites at Leader Bank Pavilion

The nearly two-hour set featured only a modest selection of the new songs, but nevertheless, much of the show benefited from the small brass section, standing bass, and multi-instrumentalists on hand to round out a bigger-band sound. Continue reading →

STAGE REVIEW

With a few clanks, ‘Ada and the Engine’ offers an eye-opening ride through computer history

Now at Central Square Theater, “Ada” is not without its problems, but it’s a generally solid addition to Lauren Gunderson’s body of work, much of which has brought a feminist perspective to the stories of visionary women of the past. Continue reading →

OPERA REVIEW

Odyssey Opera soars in Rachmaninoff’s ‘Troika’

At Jordan Hall on Sunday, the composer’s three one-act operas made a complete and compelling set. Continue reading →