Harvard issues partial apology for e-mail search
The school issued a lengthy statement offering its explanation to the search of resident deans’ emails as part of a leak investigation.
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Cardinals gather for final talks before conclave
Not all the cardinals who wanted to speak were able to Monday, and they voted to continue discussion into the afternoon.
Hospital charges bring a backlash
Patients, angered by surprise surcharges hospitals tack on bills for visits, are challenging these fees — sometimes even refusing to pay.
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Facing the puzzling urge to injure
Despite its prevalence, little is known about why so many young people cut, burn, or otherwise harm themselves to cope with emotions.
Making bread safe for celiacs
Local research is zeroing in on a vaccine to cure celiac disease, an autoimmune disease triggered by gluten proteins.
In a tiny house, large lessons about life
A Hampshire College senior is spending this semester in a 130-square-foot house to raise questions about ownership, consumption, and sustainable living.
Dan Shaughnessy
Carl Crawford never had it bad in Boston
Crawford complained that the media was too tough on him in Boston. But he’s wrong. If anything, we went too easy on him.
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How will Red Sox replace David Ortiz?
With Ortiz’s ailing heel likely to keep him sideline in April, here are some options for replacing him in the lineup.
Metro
30-40 Plum Island homes vulnerable
The fury of Friday’s storm has left as many as 30 to 40 beachfront houses vulnerable on Plum Island to strong tides.
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Nation & World
Police officer kills 2 US troops, 2 Afghans
An officer opened fire on US and Afghan forces at a police headquarters in eastern Afghanistan.
Politics
RI gay marriage bill may hinge on religious clause
Supporters of the bill are concerned about a broad exemption allowing religious organizations to ignore the law.
Business
N.H. start-up lets users create mass prayers, do fund-raising
The Manchester, N.H., start-up PlusGrace lets users broadcast prayer requests, in hopes that people from around the world will offer their own.
Arts
Album review | ROCK
David Bowie marches to his own beat in ‘The Next Day’
Bowie melds kinetic jams and arty ennui as only he can.
Health and wellness
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Four ways to use exercise to boost your brain power
A new study finds that a short burst of exercise right before a mental challenge can significantly boost performance.
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