Bombers could have been thwarted, Keating reports
Russian officials believe that if warnings about Tamerlan Tsarnaev had been heeded, the Marathon bombings could have been averted, said US Representative William R. Keating.
Boston fire chief calls deputies’ criticisms defamatory
Boston fire chief calls deputies’ criticisms defamatoryBoston Fire Chief Steve E. Abraira threatened to sue his deputies if they further criticize his leadership and response to emergency.
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Cambridge firm’s autism drug fails test, families upset
Parents with children in the trial treating autism and the related condition fragile X said the drug reduced anxiety levels in the children.
Movie Review
The WikiLeaks story exposed, but not resolved
“We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks” lets you grasp the 2010 scandal in its entirety, even if the questions raised are left for us to resolve.
Concert review
Joy, gratitude prevail at Boston Strong
Artist after artist from different eras and genres came to literally sing the praises of Boston, its citizens, and the first responders and survivors of the Marathon attack.
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Bombing victim Victoria McGrath (center) was on the stage at TD Garden before the start of the concert.
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New Kids on the Block performed with Boyz II Men at the Boston Strong benefit concert.
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The lineup included acts like Aerosmith and Jimmy Buffett.
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Concertgoers reacted to hearing McGrath address the crowd. The event is to benefit the One Fund.
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The concert was organized barely two weeks after the bombings.
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Almost everyone has worked for free to maximize the concert's donation.
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Tommy DeCarlo, lead singer of the group Boston, performed.
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Comedian Lenny Clarke was one of the non-musical acts to perform.
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The Dropkick Murphys was one of several acts who performed for free.
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Former Patriots player Joe Andruzzi blew a kiss to the crowd.
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A fan sang along to Extreme.
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The J. Geils Band was one of the region's musical ambassadors to perform.
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Jason Aldean brought country music to the Garden.
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Carole King and James Taylor sang "You've Got a Friend," bringing a full-throated singalong from the audience.
Nondoctors enter world of tattoo removal
A growing number of entrepreneurs are getting into the laser tattoo removal business, providing a lower cost treatment than at physician’s offices.
Dreamliner returns to service Saturday in Boston
The Dreamliner will soar above Boston on Saturday for the first time since the Boeing 787 fleet was grounded Jan. 16 due to battery malfunctions.
Game 1 | Bruins at Penguins , Saturday, 8 p.m.
Torey Krug an unlikely hero for Bruins
The 5-foot-8-inch rookie defenseman made the most of his shot, scoring four goals in his first five playoff games.
Globe exclusives
More coverage of the bombings
Boston bombing suspect is walking, mother says
Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev spoke to his mother by phone for the first time since his arrest, and said he and his slain brother were innocent.
Sports
Red Sox 9, Phillies 2
Ellsbury swipes five bases as Red Sox rout Phillies
Jacoby Ellsbury had three hits, a walk, and a club-record for stolen bases as the Red Sox won, 9-2.
Metro
Oprah Winfrey lifts Harvard graduates
Emotions swirled on campus Thursday for Mayor Thomas M. Menino, one of honorary degree recipients, and Oprah Winfrey, the commencement speaker.
Columnists
Nation & World
Charges unlikely after baby trapped in pipe in China
The mother of a baby boy who was rescued from a sewer pipe is unlikely to face criminal charges because authorities concluded he fell into the toilet accidentally, local officials said.
Politics
political notebook
Petraeus joins equity firm as chairman
Former CIA Director David Petraeus will take a job with investment firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.
Business
Affordable apartments get revamp
On Thursday, the state’s largest affordable housing improvement effort was completed, with 841 rental units renovated.
Arts
New Kids on the Block unwrap the Package Tour
The New Kids on the Block’s current arena tour is a boy band extravaganza featuring openers Boyz II Men and the recently reunited 98 Degrees.
Movies
Unconventional film transcends its performers’ limitations
“Bulletproof” is an indie film whose 45-member cast and crew features 18 actors with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Globe Insiders
Globe Talk | June 11
A conversation with Dennis Lehane
A conversation with Dennis LehaneThe best-selling author discusses his craft with Boston Globe editor Brian McGrory. Proceeds will go to the One Fund Boston.