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Why backing same-sex marriage is good for children
Having married parents is good for children. That’s why the American Academy of Pediatrics thinks that same-sex couples should be able to marry.
Same-sex marriage debate goes to high court tomorrow
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The legal battle, which began in Mass. more than a decade ago, arrives at the Supreme Court with two cases that could reshape the debate.
On Baseball
Jackie Bradley Jr. shows he belongs with Red Sox
It’s clear now that Bradley, with all the energy and production he brings, belongs on the team.
Latest news
Woburn compounding pharmacy issues recall
Pallimed Pharmacy is recalling drugs meant to be produced in a sterile environment, at least half of which are used as injections.
John Kerry in Afghanistan on unannounced visit
The secretary of state visited President Hamid Karzai amid concerns the Afghan president may be jeopardizing progress in the war against extremism.
Long-term joblessness hits older workers hard
Long-term joblessness hits older workers hardThe number of people 45 and older who have been jobless for more than a year has quadrupled since 2007.
New report slams Mass. on correction reform
Despite steeply declining violent crime rates, the percentage of residents behind bars has tripled since the early 1980s, according to a bipartisan study.
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Sports
Patriots, Sebastian Vollmer don’t have a deal yet
Though it is likely to happen eventually, a league source said that there was no deal done yet between the Patriots and the free agent offensive tackle.
Metro
Fire destroys Lynn apartment complex
A raging four-alarm fire in Lynn gutted an apartment building and left at least 37 people homeless, fire officials said.
Columnists
Nation & World
John Kerry wants Iraq to block Iran arms aid to Syria
The secretary of state prodded Baghdad to stop shipments of Iranian arms to Syria through Iraqi airspace.
Politics
NRA, Michael Bloomberg clash on gun controls
The NRA vowed to counter the $12 million advertising push by the New York mayor for stricter gun controls.
Business
US looks to recruit student hackers
The Department of Homeland Security needs hackers, but potential recruits too often have been heading for business.
Arts
Music Review
Jonathan Biss reveals Schumann’s influence
The pianist approaches the music of Robert Schumann as, literally, a multimedia project.
Health and wellness
Daily Dose
Should you skip surgery for torn knee tissue?
For those considering surgery to fix their knee pain, a new study suggests that they may want to hold off for a bit.
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Video tips with Dina Rudick
Video tips with Dina RudickAttend a session on photography and videography with the host of BostonGlobe.com’s “Back Story” series.