Analysis | John L. Allen Jr.

Many points of praise for pope’s first year

Pope Francis was hailed by an estimated 1 million people during his Inauguration Mass in March 2013.

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The full measure of Pope Francis’s impact so far runs well beyond the power structure of the Catholic Church.

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Malaysian authorities gave conflicting accounts of the apparent course change and of what may have happened afterward.

Mass. fellowships aim to elevate women in business

The Patrick administration is looking to help more women gain entrance to the executive suites in government and private organizations.

Jahmeilla Tresvant is facing gun charges in two cases. In one, police believe she was holding a gun for her brother.

Women’s aid adds to Boston’s gun problem

Law enforcement agencies are looking to disrupt networks of women who buy and hold weapons for men to use.

After 1½ productive seasons as a Patriot, Denver signed Aqib Talib Tuesday night for $57 million over six years, with a $26m guarantee.

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On football

Patriots sit back as Broncos grab Aqib Talib

If the Patriots want to replace Talib in free agency, the best option remains Buccaneers cornerback Darrelle Revis.

Grady Sizemore hasn’t played since 2011 but is on target for his return.

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A great story, but Grady Sizemore no sure thing

You can root for Sizemore’s comeback, but that doesn’t mean the Red Sox should rely on him to replace Jacoby Ellsbury.

Gay Ethiopian faces uncertainty, peril if deported

Immigration officials in Boston are seeking to deport a 19-year-old who could face criminal prosecution as a gay man in his homeland.

Roger Berkowitz, chief executive of Legal Sea Foods, says the new concept is a response to the public’s growing taste for variety.

Legal Sea Foods debuts neighborhood concept

The seafood restaurant chain known for its uniformity is looking to create restaurants that offer their own unique local flavors.

Opinion

H.D.S. Greenway

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The crisis in Crimea and Ukraine may not have a tidy summation for any of the major players involved.