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Dr. Peter Tatum painted in Graffiti Alley in Cambridge. The black and white piece (at left) titled “Neuro” was inspired by a friend and mentor who died of COVID recently.

From menial jobs to a Tufts neurologist, a doctor’s long and torturous journey

Dr. Peter Tatum, a fourth-year resident at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, has led an improbable life.

Omicron subvariant now accounts for over half of all COVID-19 cases in New England, CDC says
The Omicron subvariant BA.2, which is believed to be one of the drivers of a COVID-19 resurgence in Europe, now accounts for more than half of all new cases of COVID-19 in New England, according to estimates from the CDC.

Mass. reports 773 COVID-19 cases; 15 deaths reported over three days 8 things to know about the Omicron BA.2 variant Hillary Clinton tests positive for COVID; Bill Clinton is quarantining

Housing advocates rallied in front of the Massachusetts State House last year urging an extension of eviction moratoriums.

Eviction rates higher in communities of color during pandemic, report finds

In the year following the expiration of the eviction moratorium in October 2020, over half of filings occurred in areas where the majority of residents identified as Black, Latino, Asian American/Pacific Islander, or Indigenous.

Tornado rips through New Orleans and its suburbs, killing at least 1
A tornado tore through parts of New Orleans and its suburbs Tuesday night, flipping cars and ripping roofs off homes and killing at least one person in a region that was pummeled by Hurricane Katrina 17 years ago.

Ketanji Brown Jackson hearings provide platform for potential 2024 GOP presidential candidates to grab spotlight

Supreme Court nominations are one of the rare times when the business of Congress breaks through to average Americans — and lawmakers dreaming of the White House don’t want to miss the moment.

Fact check: Republicans skew Jackson's record Six takeaways from Ketanji Brown Jackson’s second day of confirmation hearings

Jackson pushes back on GOP critics and defends her record on second day of hearings

GOP image of Ketanji Brown Jackson’s initials crossed out and replaced with ‘CRT’ draws fire

Ukraine says Russia seized relief workers in Mariupol convoy

Ukrainian leaders accused Russia of seizing 15 rescue workers and drivers from a humanitarian convoy trying to get desperately needed food and other supplies into the bloodied port city of Mariupol, which also came under naval attack after weeks of air and land strikes.

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Garrett Whitlock offers flexibility for the pitching staff coming out of a rushed spring training, able to either start in the rotation or fill a long role out of the bullpen.

With just two weeks left, taking a crack at a Red Sox Opening Day roster

The complicated process of weighing immediate needs against maintaining depth in the minor leagues has been thrown into a blender as teams try and prepare their players and make decisions in a condensed time frame.

Red Sox, Rafael Devers reach agreement on new deal for 2022

Mayor Michelle Wu testified before the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education on Tuesday.

State should keep its hands off the Boston Public Schools

Receivership would be a complete, unmitigated disaster — not least because it would give control of the BPS to an unaccountable group of state bureaucrats who may know little, and care less, about the needs of Boston’s schoolchildren.

Wu urges state education board against Boston Public Schools takeover

Former acting mayor Kim Janey, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Mayor Michelle Wu spoke to reporters in Boston on Tuesday.

Wu, Janey, Pressley tout benefits of new fare-free bus service in Boston

A recent city evaluation of eliminating fares on one bus line found that ridership increased 23 percent compared with other lines.

Opinion

A man weeps over the body of his mother who was killed when a Russian missile struck her apartment last week in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, on March 17.

Graphic photos are defining the war in Ukraine. Would similar images reignite America’s gun reform efforts?

Seeing dead Ukrainians makes it hard to ignore them unlike American lives sacrificed for the Second Amendment.

Democrats’ sunken-failure agenda vs. GOP’s don’t-ask-because-we-aren’t-telling path

First, a pity party — then Republicans pledge to probe Ketanji Brown Jackson’s ‘judicial philosophy’

Dean A. Strang and Nancy Gertner

Ketanji Brown Jackson defended the poor — experience that can balance the Supreme Court

IDEAS | BARBARA WALLRAFF

May I have a word: The invisible hands that guide us

The Globe turns 150

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150 YEARS OF THE BOSTON GLOBE

Scenes from a century and a half, as covered by the Boston Globe. We revisit some of the most impactful stories Globe journalists have covered, look back at 150 significant front pages, reflect on how the newsroom and Boston have changed, and much, much more.

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Cambridge high schooler’s homework assignment to list ‘positive effects of imperialism’ goes viral
The tweet quickly went viral, drawing within hours more than 3,300 retweets, 36,000 likes, and hundreds of responses from people.

Teens are trying — but failing — to quit vaping nicotine, new research shows
Many teens are increasingly struggling with nicotine addiction, largely from vaping e-cigarettes, scientists say.

A shock in the tennis world: top-ranked Ash Barty retires at age 25
Barty announced it in an emotional video posted on social media.

6 students killed in crash with semi, Oklahoma authorities say

Six teenage students have been killed in a two-vehicle collision in southern Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol said Tuesday.

Salem man, 76, arrested in 1971 slaying of Bedford woman

Authorities on Tuesday arrested a 76-year-old man for allegedly murdering Natalie Scheublin, the wife of a prominent banking executive who was stabbed to death in her Bedford home in June 1971.

Twin brother recalls Marine veteran stabbed to death in downtown Boston; bar bouncer charged in slaying

His twin brother, Daniel, is now dead, a victim of homicide on a downtown Boston street, so Matthew Martinez is focused on the future they planned to build together in the Chicago area where they were raised.

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Among the best of the Market Basket branded food? Salt and vinegar chips.

Grocery prices are rising. But at Market Basket, you can still get more for your dollar (usually).

As supermarket prices increase, we visit New England’s own bargain grocery chain. Here’s what to buy — and, yes, a few things to avoid.

Tell us: What’s your favorite find at Market Basket?

Group wearing neo-Nazi insignia lined up at St. Patrick’s Day parade, drawing outcry
Organizers of the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade emphasized Monday that a group of people wearing neo-Nazi insignia along its route Sunday were “neither invited, nor welcome at our parade.”

Wu reflects on first 100 days — and the road ahead — in wide-ranging Globe town hall
Housing was a top issue when voters chose Michelle Wu to lead Boston in November and now, it’s poised to form the basis of her pandemic recovery plan for the city, the mayor told the Globe's Milton Valencia.

Former Mass. advocate for the deaf sued Baker, charging he was fired to give governor ‘political cover.’ A federal judge tossed the case.
A US District Court judge ruled that state law gave Governor Charlie Baker's administration “broad discretion” in terminating the-then head of the Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing after it investigated his ties to a fraternity where members wore robes resembling Ku Klux Klan garb.

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Culture & Lifestyle

A scene from the Broadway production of "Six." A touring version of the show will come to the Emerson Colonial Theatre Nov. 9-Jan. 15, 2023.

Broadway In Boston’s new season to include ‘Tina,’ ‘Six,’ ‘Jagged Little Pill’

Paul Mecurio takes a seat at "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" in 2018. Off-camera, Mecurio warms up audiences before the tapings.

From ‘Colbert’ to the clubs, Paul Mecurio is the chattiest comic you might ever meet

The juice bar and ordering station at Life Alive Organic Cafe and Down Under Yoga Studios in Harvard Square.

Yoga, açaí, and green juice: A wellness ‘one-stop shop’ opens in Harvard Square

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Recipes: Four boldly seasoned roasts using less expensive eye of round

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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.

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

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The changing face of Greater Boston neighborhoods.

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

Republican Senators Mike Lee, Ted Cruz, and Ben Sasse. On Monday, Cruz (center) resurrected complaints that go back to President Ronald Reagan’s 1987 nomination of Robert Bork during Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearing.

First, a pity party — then Republicans pledge to probe Ketanji Brown Jackson’s ‘judicial philosophy’

Ballerinas from Boston Ballet rehearse "Etudes" in 1988.

IDEAS | BARBARA WALLRAFF

May I have a word: The invisible hands that guide us

An aerial view of the Soldiers' Home in Holyoke in 2020. At least 77 veterans died as a result of a coronavirus outbreak at the Home in 2020.

Two years after COVID-19 deaths, still no systemic reform at the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke

A police officer stands guard outside the red brick house where journalist Armando Linares was shot dead, in Zitacuaro, Michoacan state, Mexico, on, March 16, 2022. Linares, who was shot dead at the home on Tuesday, is the eighth Mexican journalist to be killed so far this year.

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Here’s why we should care about the recent spate of journalist killings in Mexico

A man looks out of the window of his partially destroyed house after the shelling by Russian warships, on the outskirts of Odessa, on March 21, 2022.

Joan Wickersham

Voices of Ukrainian poets

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The only way to fix Boston schools once and for all

Metro

North Kingstown School Committee addresses latest report about former coach Aaron Thomas

Angry residents demanded to know why the public was not told when Thomas was terminated, why school officials took so long to report him to the state Department of Education, and how the committee will hold current or retired officials accountable

What you need to know about North Kingstown High School Coach Aaron Thomas and the ‘fat test’ issue

Former NKHS student-athletes say basketball coach Aaron Thomas had them strip naked so he could conduct “fat tests” near their genitals. Now, the attorney general is investigating. Catch up on the story here, with earlier reporting as well as the latest news from the lawyers, school administrators, parents, and victims

THE GREAT DIVIDE

Mayor Wu urges state education board against Boston Public Schools takeover

Concerns about the state attempting to place BPS into receivership mounted last week, after news broke that the state would conduct a review of the district.

Chris Madden, lifestyle author and personality, dies at 73

Ms. Madden, who wrote books on decorating, was sometimes compared to Martha Stewart, the steely lifestyle guru — but a kinder, gentler version.

Sports

Aaron Judge and the Yankees said they want to discuss a long-term deal.

Yankees star Aaron Judge, five Braves among players headed to arbitration

Judge has asked for $21 million, the Yankees have offered $17 million.

Ash Barty retired less than two months after she won her home Australian Open, her third Grand Slam singles title.

A shock in the tennis world: top-ranked Ash Barty retires at age 25

Barty announced it in an emotional video posted on social media.

Portland's Jusuf Nurkic was hit with a hefty fan after throwing a Pacers fan's phone on Sunday.

Blazers’ Jusuf Nurkic fined $40K for throwing Pacers fan’s phone

Nurkic got into an altercation with a fan after Sunday's game, which was captured on video and posted to social media.

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Brown’s E.J. Perry is a rarity: An Ivy League quarterback who is an almost certain NFL draft pick

MLB, MLBPA agree on new rules for this season, including expanded rosters and return of the ‘ghost runner’

Eight thoughts on the Celtics as they continue to rise in the standings

Business

Disney employees walk out amid furor over Florida legislation

In a statement about the walkouts Tuesday, the company said, “We respect our colleagues’ right to express their views, and we pledge our ongoing support of the LGBTQ+ community in the fight for equal rights.”

Mass. regulators fine bitcoin mining company $1 million

Stories you may have missed from the world of business.

Eviction rates higher in communities of color during pandemic, report finds

Alnylam sues Moderna and Pfizer over key COVID vaccine ingredient

magazine

The Land’s End Inn in Provincetown.

Where to stay in 4 of New England's most-charming B&B towns

connecticut

Exploring Mystic, Stonington, and more of Connecticut's coast

A cabin at Getaway.

Sometimes parents need just a little peace. I found mine in a tiny cabin.

Skiers at the top of Gunstock in a vintage photo.

Inside an ugly battle over the future of N.H.'s Gunstock ski resort

metro

Dr. Peter Tatum painted in Graffiti Alley in Cambridge. The black and white piece (at left) titled “Neuro” was inspired by a friend and mentor who died of COVID recently.

From menial jobs to a Tufts neurologist, a doctor’s long and torturous journey

State should keep its hands off the Boston Public Schools

‘A solid road map’: State commission report offers reforms for facial recognition tech

sports

Rafael Devers agreed to a new deal on Tuesday.

Red Sox clear arbitration slate, agree with Rafael Devers on contract for 2022

Tuesday’s Red Sox spring training report: Make it six wins in a row

With just two weeks left, taking a crack at a Red Sox Opening Day roster

business

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu participates in a Globe town hall with reporter Milton Valencia.

Wu reflects on first 100 days — and the road ahead — in wide-ranging Globe town hall

Top editors to leave BuzzFeed News ahead of cuts

Boeing faces new upheaval after crash of Chinese airliner

politics

Former Missouri Governor Eric Greitens spoke at the Taney County Lincoln Day event at the Chateau on the Lake in Branson, Mo., April 17, 2021.

Greitens accusations revive GOP worries about Senate bids

Defending her record, Jackson back for 3rd day of hearings

Biden seeks new sanctions, help for Ukrainians in Europe

Nation

Authorities surveyed damage in the Lower 9th Ward on March 22, 2022, in New Orleans, after strong storms moved through the area.

Tornado rips through New Orleans and its suburbs, killing at least 1

Greitens accusations revive GOP worries about Senate bids

Defending her record, Jackson back for 3rd day of hearings

World

People stood around a giant peace sign with the message 'Stop Putin's Oil', put up by demonstrators ahead of an EU and NATO summit in Brussels on March 22. Protestors on Tuesday called on EU leaders to impose a full ban on Russian fuels and to hold one minute of silence to honor the victims of war.

Zelensky says humanitarian convoy attacked, but negotiations with Russia are ongoing

Ukraine says Russia seized relief workers in Mariupol convoy

Ukraine thwarts Russian advances as battle continues for Mariupol

opinion

A police officer stands guard outside the red brick house where journalist Armando Linares was shot dead, in Zitacuaro, Michoacan state, Mexico, on, March 16, 2022. Linares, who was shot dead at the home on Tuesday, is the eighth Mexican journalist to be killed so far this year.

Here’s why we should care about the recent spate of journalist killings in Mexico

What can the US do to roll out the welcome mat for Ukrainian refugees?

This is the story of a North Atlantic right whale’s will to live — and her species’ to survive

lifestyle

We are all Chowhounds now

Recipe: Before it’s time to dust off the grill, cook these turkey zucchini burgers in a skillet

Recipe: A warming, filling vegetable and bean stew has just enough sausage to flavor the pot

food & dining

We are all Chowhounds now

Recipe: Make a simple French coq au vin part of your weekly repertoire

Recipe: Before it’s time to dust off the grill, cook these turkey zucchini burgers in a skillet

travel

A cabin at Getaway.

Sometimes parents need just a little peace. I found mine in a tiny cabin.

Exploring Mystic, Stonington, and more of Connecticut’s southeast coast

Where to stay in 4 of New England’s most-charming bed and breakfast towns

Arts

An aerial view of MIT's campus. The Metropolitan Warehouse, the large brick building at center right, will house the new MIT Morningside Academy for Design.

MIT to launch new design academy this fall

Two collections become one in ‘On This Ground: Being and Belonging in America’ at PEM

Ukrainian American artist Lesia Sochor shares paintings of ‘pysanky’ at Museum of Russian Icons

Books

Making the Emerald Isle modern

Heather Havrilesky on reading memoirs, and writing them

Surviving family in Anne Tyler’s new novel ‘French Braid’

Movies

This image released by 20th Century Studios shows Rachel Zegler as Maria in "West Side Story."

‘West Side Story’ star Rachel Zegler invited to Oscars as presenter, report says

Everything you need to know about the 2022 Oscars

2022 Oscar ballot: Vote now

Television

Margherita Mazzucco as Elena in "My Brilliant Friend."

‘My Brilliant Friend’ continues to shine in season 3

Everything you need to know about the 2022 Oscars

Zendaya and Tom Holland spotted in Boston on Sunday

music

Singer-songwriter Mitski

Mitski postpones two Boston concerts after positive COVID test among touring party

Boston Baroque’s new virtual stage is here to stay

Daddy Yankee says he’s retiring: ‘I see the finish line’

Theater/Dance

A scene from the Broadway production of "Six." A touring version of the show will come to the Emerson Colonial Theatre Nov. 9-Jan. 15, 2023.

Broadway In Boston’s new season to include ‘Tina,’ ‘Six,’ ‘Jagged Little Pill’

From ‘Colbert’ to the clubs, Paul Mecurio is the chattiest comic you might ever meet

Mitski postpones two Boston concerts after positive COVID test among touring party

globe local

Confetti flew over the Boston Fire Department’s Honor Guard at the start of the St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston on Sunday.

South Boston shines in St. Patrick’s Day parade

Roxbury seventh grader wins Boston’s citywide spelling bee

Saturday storms are expected to clear in time for Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday

Obituaries

Ms. Madden, shown in 2003, lent her name to furniture and houseware collections and was an early program host on HGTV.

Chris Madden, lifestyle author and personality, dies at 73

Paula Green, tireless advocate for peace, dies at 84

Av Westin, newsman behind ABC’s ‘20/20,’ dies at 92