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Cease-fire attempt in Ukraine fails amid Russian shelling

The first cease-fire attempted in Ukraine to evacuate desperate civilians collapsed Saturday amid ongoing shelling as Russian and Ukrainian officials traded blame. An estimated 1.4 million people have fled Ukraine in the 10 days since the Russians invaded.
What to know on Russia’s war in Ukraine Here's a list of books that can help you understand the crisis in Ukraine
RUSSIA-UKRAINE: THE LATEST

Ukraine exodus reaches 1.45 million; Zelensky criticizes NATO for refusing to impose no-fly zone

Ukraine president, unlikely and unbowed, galvanizes the West
A sleep-deprived Zelensky moves secretly among bunkers in the capital, Kyiv, as he shares his defiance — and, by extension, his country’s — with a riveted global audience via video selfies and social media.

How could the Russia-Ukraine war end? Experts point to a number of possibilities.
As the fighting continues, it’s still unclear how the conflict will evolve and eventually conclude. Experts pointed to a number of possibilities for the end to the fighting.

ADRIAN WALKER
Tsarnaev’s death penalty has been reinstated. But it’s still the wrong punishment.
As far as I’m concerned, killing Dzhokhar Tsarnaev solves nothing.

US Supreme Court reinstates Tsarnaev death penalty

State Police Trooper Tamar Bucci remembered for her passion for helping others and competitive streak
Just two years after starting her “dream” job as a trooper, Bucci was fatally injured when a tractor-trailer hauling 10,000 gallons of gasoline slammed into her marked cruiser on Interstate 93 in Stoneham late Thursday, State Police said.

TECH LAB

Here’s why Maura Healey is taking on TikTok

The new Massachusetts probe and a separate investigation by Texas officials could force some major changes in how the hugely popular media company does business.

Pence hits Trump: No room in GOP ‘for apologists for Putin’
Former vice president Mike Pence urged Republicans to move on from the 2020 election and declared that “there is no room in this party for apologists for Putin” as he further cemented his break from former president Donald Trump.

Tara Sullivan
Indifference has replaced interest in baseball, and it is unfathomable the sport let itself get here
The NFL’s Scouting Combine gets more buzz than baseball, and that didn’t even exist before 1982.

Unusually warm weather is expected Sunday in Southern New England

High temperatures in the 60s are expected on Sunday, with rain in the morning giving way to partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. More rain is expected Monday.
Ben Volin | Sunday football notes

NFL offseason was supposed to produce QB fireworks — Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Kyler Murray — but it’s been a dud

The quarterback market suddenly appears shaky for 2022.
Christopher L. Gasper: 49ers wouldn’t be foolish enough to pass on Tom Brady a third time, would they?

‘We’re calling this a catastrophic event’: Collapsed section of Newport Cliff Walk was not an ‘area of concern,’ city says

The tourist attraction undergoes routine maintenance regularly, but last had a major assessment in 2014 after Superstorm Sandy. The area that collapsed was not thought to have been affected by that storm.

US Education Secretary calls on schools to increase parent involvement

US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona visited Boston looking for feedback and ideas from parents about strategies to improve the relationships between schools and parents that are worth spreading to schools nationwide.
Opinion
IDEAS | DEREK MONG

Poetry — and democracy — in motion

Everyone on a bus is in it together. What could be more democratic than that?
EDITORIAL

Secretary Walsh: Do the right thing and waive unemployment benefit overpayments

Larry Tye

Ukraine’s nuclear plant isn’t Chernobyl. And yet.

ABDALLAH FAYYAD

How the ‘Freedom Convoy’ managed to shut down Ottawa for three weeks

Erin Coughlan de Perez

The climate crisis and inequality don’t mix

The Globe turns 150

150 YEARS OF THE BOSTON GLOBE

Scenes from a century and a half, as covered by the Boston Globe.
A note from CEO Linda Henry and publisher John Henry A letter from Globe editor Brian McGrory Explore the full feature ⟶

‘A wonderful view,’ and how it’s changed

Eight Globe sports writers recall moments they’ll never forget

‘Perfect Lobster Salad’ and six more favorite recipes from Globe readers

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5 places we supported this week

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

Here’s a simple explanation of the underlying reasons behind the baseball labor dispute
With the work stoppage bleeding from the offseason into the regular season, it’s worth taking stock of how the industry got to this point.

Friends and family mourn Preston Settles at funeral for Newton teenager who collapsed during basketball game
Hundreds of people streamed into Trinity Church early Friday afternoon to pay their respects to Preston Settles, the 15-year old athlete who died at Boston Children’s Hospital on Sunday after a 22-day battle for his life.

A bell from Paul Revere’s foundry returns to Canton after almost two centuries
The 1,000-pound bell on Friday concluded a 3,000-mile journey from Los Angeles to its original home in Canton, where it will be displayed by the Paul Revere Heritage Site.

Michael Chiklis talks ‘Winning Time’ and preaching the ‘gospel of Red Auerbach’

Chiklis believes there is so much more to Auerbach, whom he praises as a “benevolent dictator” who was also “progressive and forward thinking,” having helped usher in a new era for basketball.

Investigation continues into fire that killed Lowell girl

Investigators returned Friday to the scene of the fatal fire that swept through a 3-story home on Maude Street in Lowell one day earlier, as the probe into the blaze that took the life of a 4-year-old girl continued.

One dead, two injured, in Fitchburg house fire
A person who was rescued from a burning home in Fitchburg later died at a hospital, and two other adults were injured in the blaze Friday morning, according to the office of State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey.

Recommended reads

Worker who fought for union at Logan Airport restaurants is fired after union win

Sophia Gluskin-Braun had just helped propel the union to victory at the airport last week when she reported to work — and was immediately fired.

Mass General Brigham ads touting expansion are ruffling feathers
The marketing campaign has come under scrutiny from competitors and a legislator, who say MGB is forcing through a frowned-upon regulatory decision. Marketing experts say the plea makes sense for the health system trying to make its case to the public.

Pickleball is getting intense, but there’s still good news for the lazy: ‘You could literally eat charcuterie as you’re doing it’
Private coaches. Home courts. Snobbism. Is pickleball the new tennis?

Which actor played Batman best? The votes are in, and we have a winner.
The new Batman movie starring Robert Pattinson is now in theaters, and leading up to its premiere, we asked readers to consider the many actors who’ve donned the cape and cowl over the years.

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Culture & Lifestyle

A list of books that can help you understand the crisis in Ukraine

MUSIC REVIEW

A triumphant homecoming for New Edition at TD Garden

Culture bender, anyone? As Boston comes back to life, tell us what you’re planning to do.

THE TICKET

Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond

Special Projects

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.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

IDEAS | PATRICK COLE

Now we see how history works

EDITORIAL

Hey Congress, blue and yellow ribbons won’t save Ukrainian lives

SCOT LEHIGH

Hit Russia where it hurts — its energy sector

Alex Beam

The doctor poets of COVID

Leonard L. Glass and Edwin B. Fisher

The dangerous case of Vladimir Putin

EDITORIAL

Secretary Walsh: Do the right thing and waive unemployment benefit overpayments

Metro

Unusually warm weather is expected Sunday in Southern New England

High temperatures in the 60s are expected on Sunday, with rain in the morning giving way to partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. More rain is expected Monday.

James Taylor says Russia-Ukraine war is ‘polar opposite of what the world needs’

James Taylor, the legendary singer and songwriter from western Massachusetts, posted a statement Friday adding his voice for peace in Ukraine.

West Boylston man sentenced to 14-16 years in prison for arson that killed Worcester firefighter

Momoh Kamara pleaded guilty to arson of a dwelling, voluntary manslaughter, armed burglary, and malicious destruction of a motor vehicle, the office of Worcester District Attorney Joseph D. Early Jr. said in a statement.

State Police Trooper Tamar Bucci remembered for her passion for helping others and competitive streak

Just two years after starting her “dream” job as a trooper, Bucci was fatally injured when a tractor-trailer hauling 10,000 gallons of gasoline slammed into her marked cruiser on Interstate 93 in Stoneham late Thursday, State Police said.

Sports

WNBA

WNBA star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia last month over suspected drug possession

Griner was arrested last month after vape cartridges containing hashish oil were found in her luggage, the Russian Customs Service said.
nascar

Richard Childress Racing heads into Las Vegas confident victory is within reach

With drivers Austin Dillon and Tyler Reddick, the organization with only four wins over the last eight seasons has high hopes for NASCAR's new Next Gen race car.
Chad Finn | Sports Media

Even though Dick Vitale must remain silent, his text messages are loud and clear: he’s still ‘awesome baby’

Vitale, recovering from cancer treatment and recent vocal cord surgery, is still championing cancer research.
Tara Sullivan

Indifference has replaced interest in baseball, and it is unfathomable the sport let itself get here

Kevin Paul Dupont | Sunday hockey notes

A look at some high-profile unrestricted free agents with the NHL trade deadline approaching

Gary Washburn | Sunday basketball notes

Fan favorite Tacko Fall continues to hope he finds the right fit in the NBA

Business

Russia cracks down on dissenting media, blocks Facebook

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday intensified a crackdown on media outlets and individuals who fail to hew to the Kremlin line on Russia’s war in Ukraine, blocking Facebook and Twitter and signing into law a bill that criminalizes the intentional spreading of what Moscow deems to be “fake” reports.

Russia-Ukraine War: What to know on Day 9 of Russian assault

Here’s a look at the events unfolding Friday as the war is in its ninth day.
TECH LAB

Here’s why Maura Healey is taking on TikTok

Ukrainians used to play with drones. Now, they fight Russians with them.

magazine
150th Anniversary

Recalling a century of gridlock, America’s first subway, and integrating a cycling club

150th anniversary

‘A newspaper lets everyone have their say’: Eileen McNamara on how her dad taught her about the news business

150th anniversary

It’s New England, weather’s always been a big deal for us

150th anniversary

‘Perfect Lobster Salad’ and six more favorite recipes from Globe readers

metro

Women’s law enforcement group mourns death of Mass. State Trooper Tamar Bucci

Ukraine president, unlikely and unbowed, galvanizes the West

State House to drop COVID-19 mask, vaccine requirements for visitors

sports

Despite lost opportunities from lockout, St. John’s Prep and Northeastern star Max Burt trying to get noticed with Yankees

NFL offseason was supposed to produce QB fireworks — Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Kyler Murray — but it’s been a dud

Back on the court, Framingham girls’ basketball off to a flying start in the Division 1 tournament

business

Strong job growth points to COVID’s fading grip on economy

Microsoft closes on $16 billion acquisition of Nuance

Russia steps up censorship with law against ‘false information’

politics

Pence hits Trump: No room in GOP ‘for apologists for Putin’

Eliza Dushku attends White House ceremony as Biden signs bill ending forced arbitration in sexual assault, harassment cases

Senator Lindsey Graham hit with bipartisan blowback after calling on Russians to assassinate Putin

Nation

As war loomed, US armed Ukraine to hit Russian aircraft, tanks, and prep for urban combat, declassified shipment list shows

Florida Senate passes voting bill to create election crimes agency

Pence hits Trump: No room in GOP ‘for apologists for Putin’

World

Cease-fire attempt in Ukraine fails amid Russian shelling

Ukraine exodus reaches 1.45 million; Zelensky criticizes NATO for refusing to impose no-fly zone

What to know about the war in Ukraine

opinion

Social Studies: Bandits, secrets, and the power of rain

Hey Congress, blue and yellow ribbons won’t save Ukrainian lives

The doctor poets of COVID

lifestyle

Eliza Dushku attends White House ceremony as Biden signs bill ending forced arbitration in sexual assault, harassment cases

Michael Chiklis talks ‘Winning Time’ and preaching the ‘gospel of Red Auerbach’

‘We’re calling this a catastrophic event’: Collapsed section of Newport Cliff Walk was not an ‘area of concern,’ city says

food & dining

At Judy’s Bay in Cambridge, find fish, flights, and a fireplace

‘Perfect Lobster Salad’ and six more favorite recipes from Globe readers

East Boston gets a new cafe and a speakeasy, too

travel

‘We’re calling this a catastrophic event’: Collapsed section of Newport Cliff Walk was not an ‘area of concern,’ city says

It’s ‘The Gilded Age’ in real life: Welcome to Newport

How to immerse yourself in ‘The Gilded Age’ of New York, or at least get a glimpse of it

Arts

Museum of Science launches climate change initiative with art installation, new exhibits

‘I felt like I had to be there,’ says photographer Lisa Kessler, who documented aftermath of clergy sexual abuse crisis in Boston

At the ICA, Napoleon Jones-Henderson lets tapestry do the talking

Books

A list of books that can help you understand the crisis in Ukraine

Unmasking Lincoln’s assassin

He likes books that blur genre boundaries

Movies

Eliza Dushku attends White House ceremony as Biden signs bill ending forced arbitration in sexual assault, harassment cases

Which actor played Batman best? The votes are in, and we have a winner.

A certain movie made an offer we couldn’t refuse: ‘The Godfather’ turns 50

Television

Eliza Dushku attends White House ceremony as Biden signs bill ending forced arbitration in sexual assault, harassment cases

Newton’s Karpovsky cast in Peacock miniseries ‘Angelyne’

Shakeup at the top won’t delay launch of CNN+

music

A triumphant homecoming for New Edition at TD Garden

She kissed Paul McCartney in 1964! And that’s not even the end of her Beatles story.

He’s George to her Tammy: Teddy Thompson and Jenni Muldaur revisit great country duets

Theater/Dance

Magnificent moves by women in Boston Ballet’s ‘ChoreograpHER’

Will Swenson to play Neil Diamond in Broadway-bound ‘A Beautiful Noise’

Mr. Chairman? I have an objection to ‘Ocean Filibuster’

globe local

James Taylor says Russia-Ukraine war is ‘polar opposite of what the world needs’

Women’s law enforcement group mourns death of Mass. State Trooper Tamar Bucci

Even during the pandemic, these Greater Boston authors kept writing

Obituaries

Dr. W. Hardy Hendren III, ‘a legend in the pantheon’ of pediatric surgeons, dies at 96

Oscar-winning producer Alan Ladd Jr. dies at 84

Robert Hicks, blockbuster author and battlefield savior, dies at 71