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Pfizer expected to ask FDA to authorize vaccine for children under 5

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech are expected as soon as Tuesday to ask the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a coronavirus vaccine for children under 5 years old as a two-dose regimen while they continue to research how well three doses work.

After much fanfare, other cities balk at following Boston’s proof-of-vaccination mandate

Salem and Brookline have moved forward with a mandate, but Arlington, Cambridge, Medford, and Somerville, which originally voiced their support for Boston’s effort, have not.

Mass. reports 12,127 coronavirus cases; 83 deaths reported on Friday

New poll finds 70 percent of respondents say it’s time to accept COVID is here to stay and ‘get on with our lives’

Could the new subvariant, BA. 2., slow our exit from the Omicron surge?

COVID-19: THE LATEST

Moderna vaccine gets full US approval; Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tests positive

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All-out effort to keep Biden COVID-free; no ‘normal’ yet
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Fever? Sore throat? They just check ‘no.’

Trump had role in weighing proposals to seize voting machines

Six weeks after Election Day, former president Donald Trump directed his lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, to ask the Department of Homeland Security if it could legally take control of voting machines in key swing states, three people familiar with the matter said.

A beach chair served as a space saver in South Boston after the storm.

For Michelle Wu, a major snowstorm was yet another early challenge as Boston mayor

Since taking office in November, Michelle Wu has dealt with a coronavirus surge and union opposition to her vaccine mandate. Now she faced her first big winter storm, something that can quickly undermine confidence in a new administration.

A barrage of wind and waves from the weekend’s storm pummeled the coast of Cape Cod

Coastal erosion has long shaped Cape Cod and much of the state’s coast. But as global warming fuels more powerful storms, erosion is likely to accelerate, claiming more of the coast and taking structures with it into the sea.

See how much snow your community received Cleanup continued Monday throughout Eastern Mass.

Readers shared these images from the snowstorm across Massachusetts on Jan. 29, 2022.

Here are readers’ best photos from the weekend snowstorm in Massachusetts

Snow was piled high at the side of Shirley Avenue in Revere on Monday.

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A number of communities, including Boston, experienced blizzard conditions for hours Saturday

KEVIN CULLEN

‘I got my boy back’

When Tom Romano, an Air Force veteran who was incapacitated by an injury he initially suffered during the Vietnam War, was reunited with his son who had been deported in an adoption snafu, they wouldn’t let go of each other.

Celtics guard Marcus Smart plays tight defense on Heat center Bam Adebayo in the first half of Monday night's rout of first-place Miami at TD Garden.

Celtics 122, Heat 92

Celtics torch shorthanded Heat in impressive rout

Jaylen Brown (29 points) and Jayson Tatum (20 points, 12 rebounds) led the way for the Celtics in a 122-92 win over the first-place Heat.

Gary Washburn: The Celtics still have work to do, but a convincing win over the Heat showed more progress

Representative Thomas Massie in March 2020.

A Republican representative shared a quote falsely attributed to Voltaire in an attempt to criticize Fauci. It was said by a neo-Nazi.

A member of Congress on Sunday posted a tweet containing a quote from a neo-Nazi in an effort to criticize Dr. Anthony Fauci.

New fishing gear was tested on Rob Martin’s fishing boat with a smart buoy in the distance in July 2020. The state is weighing whether to allow lobstermen using whale-safe, ropeless gear to fish in closed areas.

Despite threats from fellow fishermen, lobstermen press Mass. to allow ropeless fishing in closed areas

If the Massachusetts approves their proposal, which has received support from right whale scientists and environmental groups, it would be the first time commercial lobster fishing would be allowed without buoy lines in any state waters.

Opinion

This election “is about me,” Bill Galvin said. “It’s about my performance. “

Whether you’re Tom Brady or Bill Galvin, there comes a time to pass the torch

Before Brady took off for Tampa Bay, there was a feeling, even about the greatest quarterback of all time, that it was time to pass the torch. In this election cycle, Galvin could be up against a similar sentiment.

Sandra Susan Smith, Felix Owusu, and Stacey Borden

Boston’s gang database should be dismantled

How — and how not — to celebrate Black History Month

To end homelessness, start by looking inward

Zero time to waste to achieve net-zero emissions

Takeout from Blue Mango.

Project Takeout

3 places we supported this week

Want to order from local, independent restaurants? Here are some suggestions from Globe staff.

Browse a map of reader-recommended takeout spots Explore the full project

More recent stories

Avram Goldberg, former chairman and chief executive of Stop & Shop, dies at 92

After working for Stop & Shop part-time while he was in college and law school, he rose to become chairman in 1985.

New York Times buys Wordle in push to expand its games business

Since its debut in October, Wordle has caught fire with millions of daily players who can post on social media how many guesses it took them to solve the word.

Tom Brady says he has yet to make a decision on his future, reiterating he is ‘still going through the process’

Regarding retirement, Brady said, "I think when the time’s right, I’ll be ready to make a decision one way or the other."

Judge rejects plea deal that would have averted hate crime trial for man who killed Ahmaud Arbery

A federal judge rejected a plea agreement Monday that would have averted a hate crimes trial for the man convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.

Rachel Maddow to temporarily step back from MSNBC nightly show, reports say

MSNBC’s top-rated anchor Rachel Maddow is taking a break from her role as host of “The Rachel Maddow Show” to pursue movie and podcast projects for NBCUniversal, according to Business Insider and the Hollywood Reporter.

Investigation continues into Boston police officer’s death in Canton; autopsy results not released

Boston Police Superintendent-in-Chief Gregory Long announced the death of Officer John O’Keefe, a 16-year veteran of the force, on Sunday.

Recommended reads

There was plenty of space on the sidewalks in Kendall Square last week as many people continued to work remotely.

INNOVATION ECONOMY

These days, Kendall Square is muted, quiet, and ‘fundamentally changed’

Nearly two years into the pandemic, a street-level survey finds that the hub of science and research remains sparsely populated.

Mental health a top concern for colleges as students return for spring semester

Some college mental health departments have begun to shift away from a singular focus on therapy and toward an effort to help students form friendships and to foster a more supportive campus culture.

THE GREAT DIVIDE

BPS may have overstated graduation rate for five of last seven years

The findings reflect a growing problem across the country as many school districts are increasingly under pressure to raise their graduation rates.

Mayor Wu brings her policy — and personality — to social media

The @wutrain account at once presents a staid public servant, a modern day influencer, and a one-woman rapid response team.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Michael Bobbitt, executive director of the Mass Cultural Council, photographed in Roxbury before a tour of the OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center at Forest Hills.

A year into his job leading the Mass Cultural Council, Michael Bobbitt sees opportunity amid struggles

Randy Susan Meyers (above) and M.J. Rose (”The Fashion Orphans”) are in conversation with B.A. Shapiro at 7 p.m. at Belmont Books.

Author readings around Boston Jan. 30 - Feb. 5

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PARENTING UNFILTERED

Parents share random acts of kindness in a world gone wrong

Woodworker Alison Croney Moses is one of seven New England BIPOC recipients of the 2022 USA Fellowship

Chicago arts organization awards $50,000 each to seven BIPOC New England fellowship recipients

Special Projects

Into the Red illustration.

Into the Red: How the Globe will cover climate change

To report on the most pressing issue of our time, the Globe’s climate team is expanding and rethinking its coverage.

Under the wheel

This is the story of Anthony Pledger and his mother, of Anthony’s lives and deaths, of Anthony and me.

Jeneé Osterheldt

A Beautiful Resistance

Black joy, Black lives, as celebrated by culture columnist Jeneé Osterheldt.

‘On the Street’: The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods

The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Grove Elementary School teacher Cameo Williams reads a book about Harriet Tubman to her third graders in Normal, Ill.

How — and how not — to celebrate Black History Month

For years, community organizations have argued for dismantling the Boston Regional Intelligence Center Gang Database.

Sandra Susan Smith, Felix Owusu, and Stacey Borden

Boston’s gang database should be dismantled

Nicole Reilly packs her belongings before leaving her tent at Newmarket Square in Boston on Jan. 12. She said she has been homeless for 10 years.

To end homelessness, start by looking inward

The Baker administration can deliver high-impact transportation projects, such as a version of the I-90 project in Allston that prioritizes improved rail transit and biking and walking infrastructure.

Zero time to waste to achieve net-zero emissions

An empty till sits in the doorway of a Jamaica Plain bakery in April 2020 underneath a sign stating it would be closed due to the coronavirus outbreak in Boston.

Cut Mass. residents who owe unemployment some slack

The "Futures" exhibit at the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building runs through July 6.

IDEAS | JAMES PETHOKOUKIS

Let’s make the future what it used to be

Metro

Coronavirus Live Updates

Moderna vaccine gets full US approval; Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tests positive

The latest news and guidance on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic in New England and beyond.

John Singlaub, general who clashed with Jimmy Carter, dies at 100

Major General John Singlaub, who waged clandestine warfare for the US Army and the CIA from the World War II years to Vietnam, then retired from the military under pressure after repeatedly criticizing President Jimmy Carter’s national security policies, died Saturday. He was 100.

For Michelle Wu, a major snowstorm was yet another early challenge as Boston mayor

Since taking office in November, Michelle Wu has dealt with a coronavirus surge and union opposition to her vaccine mandate. Now she faced her first big winter storm, something that can quickly undermine confidence in a new administration.

Avram Goldberg, former chairman and chief executive of Stop & Shop, dies at 92

After working for Stop & Shop part-time while he was in college and law school, he rose to become chairman in 1985.

Sports

Rob Williams and the Celtics had some fun as they rolled past the shorthanded Heat on Monday.

Gary Washburn | On Basketball

‘We’re moving in the right direction’: The Celtics still have work to do, but a convincing win over the Heat showed more progress

With Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum taking bigger leadership roles, Boston is taking care of business on a more regular basis.

Norwood MA 01/31/22 02GHOCNOTES Norwood High Michaela Reen break away goal beating Dover-Sherborn/Hopkinton goalie Diana Pena during MIAA action at Skating Club of Boston. (photo by Matthew J Lee/Globe staff)

MONDAY'S GIRLS' HOCKEY ROUNDUP

Duxbury girls’ hockey digs deep to beat Hingham; Norwood continues perfect start

Grace Landolfi's tiebreaking goal late in the second was the winner for the No. 2 Dragons (12-0-2), who shook off the rust with goals from Tori Hayden and Ayla Abban.

Celtics guard Marcus Smart plays tight defense on Heat center Bam Adebayo in the first half of Monday night's rout of first-place Miami at TD Garden.

Celtics 122, Heat 92

Celtics torch shorthanded Heat in impressive rout

Jaylen Brown (29 points) and Jayson Tatum (20 points, 12 rebounds) led the way for the Celtics in a 122-92 win over the first-place Heat.

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS' BASKETBALL NOTEBOOK

In a big boys’ basketball development, multiskilled players in a much better position to succeed

Celtics notebook

In selecting All-Star reserves, Celtics coach Ime Udoka believes winning is a valued metric

Tom Brady says he has yet to make a decision on his future, reiterating he is ‘still going through the process’

Business

Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisories

After prominent musicians like Neil Young had their music stricken from Spotify's libraries due to comedian Joe Rogan's platforming and spreading COVID-19 misinformation on his podcast and Spotify announced a COVID-19 advisory policy, Rogan spoke out to defend himself amid controversy.

New York Times buys Wordle in push to expand its games business

Since its debut in October, Wordle has caught fire with millions of daily players who can post on social media how many guesses it took them to solve the word.

J. Jill CEO talks about Quincy-based retailer’s turnaround

After much fanfare, other cities balk at following Boston’s proof-of-vaccination mandate

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‘Health equity tourists’: How white scholars are colonizing research on health disparities

A STAT investigation shows that researchers with little or no background or training in health equity research are rushing in to scoop up grants and publish papers.

Winter is coming, again: What to expect from Covid-19 as the season looms

STAT spoke with infectious disease experts and others about what to expect from Covid-19 as the seasons change.

DISTANCED: Pandemic stories of Black life in the rural South

Photographer Bethany Mollenkof spent six months documenting the impact of Covid-19 on residents of rural Black communities in the South.

Groundbreaking arm amputation surgery makes a ‘phantom’ hand seem real

The procedure aims to restore proprioception, the ability to sense where our limbs are in space and how fast and forcefully they’re moving.

magazine

Paul Ratha Yem, newly sworn in as a Lowell city councilor, in the council chamber.

“Enough is enough!”: How a Lowell city councilor began fighting anti-Asian harassment

P.J. Kennedy and a partner bought a liquor store on Washington Street, at the edge of the North End.

How the Kennedy dynasty began in East Boston

The writer and her collages at J.P. Licks in Harvard Square.

Glue, glitter, and magazines helped me exorcise pandemic demons

We're doing the best we can at restaurants, but it isn't enough

metro

Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe died after he was found outside a Canton home during Saturday's storm.

Investigation continues into Boston police officer’s death in Canton; autopsy results not released

Advocates says it’s time for R.I. to send another woman to Congress

A number of communities, including Boston, experienced blizzard conditions for hours Saturday

sports

Rich Bisaccia took over the Raiders in a time of turmoil and led them to the playoffs.

Jaguars scheduled to interview former Raiders interim coach Rich Bisaccia for coaching vacancy

It’s official: Josh McDaniels leaving Patriots, named Raiders head coach

Wizards All-Star Bradley Beal out with sprained wrist

business

In this Aug. 16, 2016, file photo a condemned inmate is led out of his east block cell on death row at San Quentin State Prison, in San Quentin, Calif. California Gov. Gavin Newsom is moving to dismantle the nation's largest death row by moving all condemned inmates to other prisons with in two years. The goal is to turn the section of San Quentin State Prison into "a positive, healing environment."

California moves to dismantle nation’s largest death row

Gelesis slashes marketing team after disappointing debut

COVID-stricken Trudeau slams truckers’ protest behavior

politics

President Biden speaks during an event at the White House with members of the National Governors Association on January 31, 2022 in Washington, DC.

All-out effort to keep Biden COVID-free; no ‘normal’ yet

Trump had role in weighing proposals to seize voting machines

Last sex-crime inquiry into Andrew Cuomo is dropped

Nation

A Balinese Chinese family wore Balinese attire pray to celebrate Chinese New Year at Vihara Dharmayana on January 31, 2022 in Kuta, Bali, Indonesia. Countries around Southeast Asia are set to welcome a lively Chinese New Year, despite implementing strict health protocols as Chinese populations curtail celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The first day of the Lunar New Year, on February 1, will usher in the Year of the Tiger.

Moderna vaccine gets full US approval; Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tests positive

All-out effort to keep Biden COVID-free; no ‘normal’ yet

Measuring climate change: It’s not just heat, it’s humidity

World

The Canadian flag was reflected in a wheel hub as anti-COVID-19 vaccine mandate demonstrators gathered. A truck convoy blocked the highway at the busy US border crossing in Coutts, Alberta, Canada, Monday, Jan. 31, 2022.

COVID-stricken Trudeau slams truckers’ protest behavior

UK plans to scrap mandatory COVID vaccines for health workers

Europe’s economy shows resilience to a surge in coronavirus infections

opinion

Moxie, who loved to romp in the snow.

The last good days of a very good dog

Colleges should keep up their COVID restrictions

High behind the wheel, but how do we know?

lifestyle

Andrea Hernández, an athletic trainer for Palmview High School, checks the temperature of football player Jesse Benavides as he fills out a questionnaire about possible COVID-19 symptoms in Palmview, Texas, on Oct. 13, 2020.

Fever? Sore throat? They just check ‘no.’

Rachel Maddow to temporarily step back from MSNBC nightly show, reports say

A pregnant Rihanna shows off her baby bump

food & dining

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew.

What to cook this snowy weekend

A Chinatown institution makes a pop-up comeback

Nomai opens in Hingham; Somerville gets a sandwich-centric general store

travel

A look down at Port Elizabeth from Fort Hamilton on the Caribbean island of Bequia.

Does this storm have you dreaming of warmer places? Our travel writer ranks his top 10 Caribbean islands.

As events return, amateur athletes exercise their pent-up demand for travel

Celebrating winter in Maine, exploring Boston virtually, and listening on the go

Arts

"Battersea Garden Diptych: Falling Through Time."

Barbara Cole brings magical underwater imagery to Newbury Street

A slice of Southern California lands in Andover with ‘Light, Space, Surface’

Judy Glickman Lauder gifts 600-plus photographs to Portland Museum of Art

Books

A matter of choice in ‘Mercy Street’

On water, too little or too much

Sex, secrets, and the liberal arts

Movies

Gladys Knight & the Pips in "Summer of Soul."

Doc Talk: A soulful summer, borderland blues, and a punk priestess

In ‘Who We Are,’ a truth-seeker confronts racism in America

In documentary ‘The Panola Project,’ two Somerville filmmakers show how one woman got her small town vaccinated

Television

Bridget Everett and Jeff Hiller in HBO's "Somebody Somewhere."

‘Somebody Somewhere’ is just waiting to be discovered

Janet Jackson remains unknowable in an era of oversharing

Janet Jackson remains unknowable in an era of oversharing

music

Mr. Robbins, during his induction in 2012 into the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville.

Hargus Robbins, pianist on country music hits and seminal Bob Dylan album, dies at 84

Joe Rogan responds to Spotify protest, COVID advisories

Christophers, Handel and Haydn Society weave a brilliant tapestry on ‘Theresienmesse’

Theater/Dance

Yorick's skull, made of foam, is among the many stage props that can be shared by New England theaters through the Prop Co-op.

A props co-op sets the stage for theaters to save money

In ‘The Bluest Eye’ at the Huntington, the challenge of capturing Toni Morrison’s unerring vision

Dramas, musicals, and a trio of blue men: 10 shows for theatergoers this winter

globe local

Beverly Steed dug her car out on Lambert Avenue in Roxbury on Sunday.

Boston ends snow emergency

Long before Harmony Montgomery’s disappearance, New Hampshire’s child welfare system struggled to keep kids safe

Boys & Girls Club of Metro South opens new hydroponic freight farm

Obituaries

John Singlaub.

John Singlaub, general who clashed with Jimmy Carter, dies at 100

Avram Goldberg, former chairman and chief executive of Stop & Shop, dies at 92

Hargus Robbins, pianist on country music hits and seminal Bob Dylan album, dies at 84