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Massachusetts US Senator Elizabeth Warren has been a national voice criticizing the US Supreme Court decision overturning abortion rights.

4 ways overturning Roe affects New England politics

Here are four ways the abortion ruling will impact New England politics in this midterm election year and beyond.

Veteran Pink House defender Derenda Hancock stared at anti-abortion opponents protesting outside the Jackson Women's Health Organization clinic in Jackson, moments after the US Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade was issued on Friday. The clinic is the only facility that performs abortions in the state.

‘What happened here can happen anywhere.’ Mississippi abortion clinic at heart of court decision to close within days.

For nearly three decades, Jackson Women’s Health Organization has found a way to comply with wave after wave of regulation that crippled Mississippi’s other abortion clinics. Now that Roe v. Wade has been struck down, the clinic will pull up stakes and move to New Mexico.

Plan B One-step birth control was advertise at a CVS Pharmacy in Boston, Massachusetts.

CVS and Rite Aid limit emergency contraceptive purchases as demand surges after Roe ruling

CVS and Rite Aid pharmacies are limiting purchases of emergency contraceptive pills as demand for the medication surged following the US Supreme Court decision that struck down the constitutional right to abortion.

Dan Shaughnessy

These absent anti-vaxxers give Red Sox no shot in Toronto
The Red Sox will face a dilemma if Tanner Houck, Jarren Duran, and Chris Sale continue to stress their "personal freedom" over being available for a potential playoff scenario in Toronto.

Turmoil at Boston’s Museum of African American History over leadership change
A month after Leon Wilson’s departure, few seem to know the full story and even fewer are willing to talk about it publicly.

Here’s what we know about Cassidy Hutchinson, said to be the surprise Jan. 6 hearing witness

Cassidy Hutchinson, who served as a top aide to former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, is expected to testify Tuesday before the House panel investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol. Her appearance follows an unexpected announcement that the committee would be holding the hearing to present “recently obtained evidence.”

Jan. 6 panel to hear from aide who saw burned documents

Scientists measured the pollutants coming from gas stoves in Boston. They found dangerous chemicals.
A study sheds new light on the full spectrum of chemicals that can leak into homes, finding 21 different chemicals designated by the Environmental Protection Agency as hazardous air pollutants.

Dr. Mary K. Boyd selected as Emmanuel College’s next president
Emmanuel College said Tuesday that Dr. Mary K. Boyd, a chemist who’s worked to diversify the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, has been selected as the next president of the Catholic liberal arts college located in Boston’s Fenway neighborhood.

Former AG Martha Coakley heads back to Foley Hoag after stint at Juul Labs
Former state Attorney General Martha Coakley has rejoined Boston law firm Foley Hoag, as co-chair of the firm’s State Attorney General practice, after leaving Juul Labs.

Man, 20, violently assaulted outside South Station; four assailants jump into waiting SUV

Boston police are investigating after a 20-year-old man was attacked by four assailants outside South Station early Friday in a violent episode captured on cell phone video, authorities said.

See which states have a higher share of same sex marriages.

The state of same-sex marriage in the United States

As cities around the country and the world celebrate Pride Month, we take a look at the state of same sex marriage across the United States.

A positive COVID-19 antigen test laid next to other used tests.

Here’s what you need to know about Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5

Experts are raising concerns about the rise of the BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron subvariants, saying they expect more people to catch cases of COVID-19 in the days ahead. Could the COVID-19 pandemic worsen? Here's what you need to know.

Most vaccinated healthy young adults who get COVID-19 no longer test positive after five days, study says

Opinion

Eight-year-old Dylan Raudales Gomez was born without eyes, is partially deaf, and has serious developmental disabilities. Lacking legal status, he has limited health care coverage under MassHealth.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Why thousands of undocumented children deserve comprehensive MassHealth coverage

From a health equity standpoint, the Legislature should extend coverage to undocumented kids via the Cover All Kids bill. It’s smart policy to invest in their health care now to avoid much larger costs down the road.

How to stop Putin’s attempt to blockade Ukraine’s grain

Geoff Diehl has more Trump baggage to carry with the overturning of Roe v. Wade

IDEAS | JIM SLEEPER

Mark Shields had Ivy League fatigue — and he had a point

Three short, to-the-point views on the end of Roe

Centering critical voices, debates, and evidence-based opinion to reframe the national conversation on racial equity and hasten a more racially just society.

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Harmony Montgomery’s mother says father of child is ‘evil man,’ dad faces new indictment

The mother of Harmony Montgomery expressed hope Tuesday that the missing child’s biological father will disclose what happened to the now eight-year-old girl in order to reduce any prison sentence he might face.

Investigation continues into off-duty Providence officer who assaulted his political opponent at abortion rights rally

Jeann Lugo, who used right-wing messaging to attract voters prior to dropping out of state Senate race, says there is “far more” to the story.

Brown University is planning a new life sciences building in Providence’s Jewelry District
An architect, exact location, and timeline have not yet been chosen by the university. Construction could take “about four to five years.”

Judge rules lawsuit against Boston police officers who allegedly beat George Floyd demonstrators can proceed
None of the protesters committed a crime or were arrested during the protest and were all acting peacefully when they were approached by the officers, according to the lawsuit.

What we know about the migrant deaths in San Antonio
Authorities in Texas are investigating the deaths of 50 people after they were discovered inside or near a tractor-trailer in San Antonio on Monday, one of the highest death tolls involving migrants crossing into the United States. Here’s what we know so far.

Biden calls migrant deaths ‘horrifying and heartbreaking’

America’s scallop harvest projected to decline again in 2022, affecting a New England-based industry
America’s scallop fishing industry will continue to decline in catch into next year due to a decrease in the availability of the oft-pricy shellfish off the East Coast, federal regulators say.

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A woman jogged on the Harborwalk that runs along the former Bayside Expo Center property in Boston on Tuesday.

The seas are rising. Are real estate developers Boston’s best hope for fending them off?

Climate-focused advocates are glad developers are taking the matter seriously. But they worry that a project-by-project approach, driven by new development, may not be enough to ward off disaster.

THE GREAT DIVIDE

Mass. education officials, Mayor Wu hammer out last-minute deal that averts BPS state takeover and ‘underperforming’ label
The agreement between the city and state comes after weeks of negotiations and political brinksmanship that, at times, played out before the public.

Fears of drugged drinks at Boston bars are widespread and growing
Social media is rife with stories, mostly from young women, who suspect their drinks were spiked or “roofied” at some of the area's most popular bars and nightclubs in recent months. Now police departments are raising the alarm.

It’s been groovy: In Your Ear, a longtime destination for treasure-hunting record buyers, is leaving Boston
The business is closing its Commonwealth Avenue store within the next few months after 40 years in the city. Its two Rhode Island stores will remain open.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Nick DiGiovanni, Lynn "Lynja" Davis, and Guinness World Records Adjudicator Claire Stephens pose with the world's largest chicken nugget.

Once a ‘MasterChef’ contestant, now a world record holder for biggest chicken nugget

Billie Eilish performs on the Pyramid main stage at Glastonbury Festival, in Worthy Farm, Somerset, England, Friday, June 24, 2022.

Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and other artists speak out against the overturning of Roe

The Viano String Quartet and pianist Marc-André Hamelin performing on Saturday evening at the Rockport Chamber Music Festival.

A young quartet, a witty pianist, and the music that made Tolstoy weep

Owner Reed Lappin sorts through some of the thousands of vinyl albums in stock at In Your Ear's Commonwealth Avenue store. The store will be closing in the coming months after 40 years in Boston.

It’s been groovy: In Your Ear, a longtime destination for treasure-hunting record buyers, is leaving Boston

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Welcome Back to Boston

Consider this our love letter to the city, a celebration of all it has to offer visitors and locals alike.

Top Spots to Live in Greater Boston in 2022

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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

Republican gubernatorial candidate Geoff Diehl describes himself as “pro-life” and has a 100 percent rating from Massachusetts Citizens for Life.

Geoff Diehl has more Trump baggage to carry with the overturning of Roe v. Wade

A newspaper’s job isn’t to tell people how to vote

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu spoke a Board of Education meeting on May 24 in opposition to a state takeover of Boston Public Schools. Commissioner of Education Jeffrey Riley on Friday proposed a state monitor oversee the system.

Wu shouldn’t burden next BPS superintendent with more drama

Demonstrators gather at the federal court house in Austin, Texas, following the Supreme Court's decision Friday to overturn Roe v. Wade.

With the end of Roe, there is no clear silver lining

Tommy Welch (center) one of two finalists to be the next BPS superintendent, during a June 22 graduation ceremony for sixth-graders at the James Otis School in East Boston.

MARCELA GARCÍA

Once again, Boston misses out on its first Hispanic school superintendent

IDEAS | DAVID SCHARFENBERG

Boston was once a wildly ambitious city. It’s time to go big again.

Metro

Jan. 6 hearings: The latest

Jan. 6 committee to hold hearing Tuesday to present newly obtained evidence

The Jan. 6 committee investigating the Capitol insurrection is convening for six public hearings. Follow along for the latest news, updates, and analyses.

Most vaccinated healthy young adults who get COVID-19 no longer test positive for virus after five days, BU study says

Most healthy young adults who’re vaccinated against COVID-19 but who contract the virus no longer test positive for it after five days, a new study from Boston University Medical School researchers has found.

In its largest class, 90 recruits graduate from the Boston Fire Training Academy

The graduation at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center Friday took place 16 weeks after the recruits were first sworn in. Eighty nine of the graduates are men and one is a woman, according to Brian Alkins, the department’s public information officer.

Rhode Island political news: June 2022

Regular updates about Rhode Island politics and political leaders.

Sports

Michael Wacha is 1-1 with a 3.91 ERA in five career appearances (four starts) against the Blue Jays.

Red Sox at Blue Jays | 7:07 p.m. (NESN)

Game 75: Red Sox at Blue Jays lineups and notes

Michael Wacha will be on the mound as the Red Sox continue their three-game series at Toronto.

Was Jayson Tatum's buzzer-beating layup against the Nets the best moment of the season?

Taking a look at the best moments from a memorable Celtics season

From career nights to buzzer-beaters to spectacular slams, here are some of the highlights from a roller-coaster Celtics season.

Draymond Green heard plenty from Boston fans during the recent NBA Finals.

Draymond Green argues for equal time — without financial penalty — when it comes to verbally sparring with Boston fans

Green and the Warriors recently beat the Celtics for their fourth NBA title.

BLUE JAYS 7, RED SOX 2

Kevin Gausman mowed down the Red Sox, and that was the end of their seven-game winning streak

Dan Shaughnessy

These absent anti-vaxxers give Red Sox no shot in Toronto

Red Sox notebook

The Red Sox mandated Trevor Story get vaccinated before signing, and the infielder has no regrets with saying yes

Business

Diversity-focused Boston VC firm raises first fund

Visible Hands says it will invest $10.5 million in startups founded by women and people of color.

Brown University is planning a new life sciences building in Providence’s Jewelry District

An architect, exact location, and timeline have not yet been chosen by the university. Construction could take “about four to five years.”

CVS and Rite Aid limit emergency contraceptive purchases as demand surges after Roe ruling

Former AG Martha Coakley heads back to Foley Hoag after stint at Juul Labs

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This week's daters: Allo and Erica

Dinner with Cupid

Blind date: ‘I figured it was now or never to learn if there was a physical spark’

I’ve stopped talking to my neighbor, but my husband hasn’t

Paul Damon harvests clams in Ipswich.

‘It’s a lost cause’: Inside the last stand of New England’s soft-shell clam

Jared Auerbach of Red's Best poses for a portrait on Boston Fish Pier.

Area waters are teeming with fish species. The problem is we eat too few of them.

metro

Dr. Mary K. Boyd, above, has been named Emmanuel College's 13th president. She starts in the fall.

Dr. Mary K. Boyd selected as Emmanuel College’s next president

America’s scallop harvest projected to decline again in 2022, affecting a New England-based industry

New Hampshire GOP Senate hopefuls pressed on abortion

sports

Despite reported strife between Kyrie Irving and the Nets, the seven-time All-Star looks set to stay in Brooklyn.

Kyrie Irving decides to exercise $37 million option, will remain with Nets

Twelve suspended following rousing Angels, Mariners brawl, including LA manager Phil Nevin for 10 games

This Red Sox season has become pretty good; here’s how to make it better

business

Airbus SE has emerged as the front-runner to win an order for as many as 50 aircraft worth up to $5.5 billion from Jet Airways India Ltd.

Airbus close to winning $5.5 billion order from Jet Airways

Instagram and Facebook remove posts offering abortion pills

Russia appears closer to defaulting on its international debt as grace period ends

politics

A video of Cassidy Hutchinson, aide to former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, appeared onscreen during the fifth hearing by the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the US Capitol.

Jan. 6 hearing features key witness from Trump White House

Here’s what we know about Cassidy Hutchinson, said to be the surprise Jan. 6 hearing witness

Biden calls migrant deaths ‘horrifying and heartbreaking’

Nation

Chairman Bennie Thompson and Vice Chairwoman Liz Cheney.

Watch live: Jan. 6 committee holds Tuesday hearing

Ghislaine Maxwell awaits sentence in Epstein sex abuse case

What we know about the migrant deaths in San Antonio

World

US President Joe Biden walks back to the meeting room after a break, during a meeting with outreach countries on the sidelines of the G7 summit at Castle Elmau in Kruen, near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, on June 27.

G-7 leaders end summit pledging to hurt Russia economically

Boris Johnson’s move to rewrite Brexit rules clears first hurdle

Gunmen kill 2 policemen, polio worker in northwest Pakistan

opinion

Dr. Roger Kligler at his home in Falmouth in March. That month, his case arguing for medical aid in dying went before the state Supreme Judicial Court.

Even in face of public support, lawmakers balk at aid-in-dying bill

Biden’s age becomes an issue

Working on the railroad shouldn’t mean working all the livelong day

lifestyle

Ben Affleck at the Los Angeles premiere of Amazon Studio's "The Tender Bar" at TCL Chinese Theatre on December 12, 2021, in Hollywood, California.

Ben Affleck’s 10-year-old son appears to lightly crash Lamborghini into parked car, reports say

YA author Melissa Albert explores ‘the world slightly tilted’ in ‘Our Crooked Hearts’

Welcome Home, devoted to helping families in need, expands in West Newton

food & dining

Fried Tomatoes and Avocado Salad

Recipe: Spoon basil dressing on crunchy fried tomatoes and avocado salad

Recipe: American steakhouses embellish burgers with add-ons and you can, too

Recipe: Carry this buttery blueberry-yogurt cake, brightened with lemon, to your weekend hosts

travel

The band ABBA at the 1974 Eurovision song contest and those same outfits on display at ABBA: The Museum in Stockholm.

An ABBA-obsessed guide to Stockholm

A guide to some of the best beaches on Cape Cod

A guide to some of the best beaches in Rhode Island

Arts

Emily Lombardo, "And Her Mother Before Her," 2022, drypoint, in "Emily Lombardo: Soft Butch Blues" at Childs Gallery.

At Childs Gallery, the privacy of parenthood and the constancy of change

Germany returns artifacts taken from 3 African nations

At the Met, ‘Winslow Homer: Crosscurrents’ offers a completist’s view

Books

In short pieces, Hilary Mantel recalls her difficult past

Building a library for a better life

Twilight of the white guys

Movies

Ralph Fiennes and Jessica Chastain in "The Forgiven."

‘The Forgiven’: Ralph Fiennes and Jessica Chastain head into the desert

Ben Affleck’s 10-year-old son appears to lightly crash Lamborghini into parked car, reports say

‘Lightyear’ reminded me that there’s no going back — and that’s OK

Television

Ben Affleck at the Los Angeles premiere of Amazon Studio's "The Tender Bar" at TCL Chinese Theatre on December 12, 2021, in Hollywood, California.

Ben Affleck’s 10-year-old son appears to lightly crash Lamborghini into parked car, reports say

John Oliver takes aim at Supreme Court over ‘absolutely horrifying’ decision to overturn Roe

This week’s TV: Netflix to offer ad tier, ‘Only Murders’ returns, and a Chris Pratt action series

music

Record producer Chaka Zulu, who manages rap star and actor Ludacris, was injured in a parking lot shooting in an upscale neighborhood north of downtown Atlanta on Sunday night.

Ludacris’ manager and 2 others shot, 1 fatally, in Georgia

A young quartet, a witty pianist, and the music that made Tolstoy weep

It’s been groovy: In Your Ear, a longtime destination for treasure-hunting record buyers, is leaving Boston

Theater/Dance

From left: Malachi Rosen, Karla Lang, Channing Rion, and Jude Torres rehearse the bilingual radio play "The Ghost of Keelung" at Mary Soo Hoo Park on the Greenway.

Troupe brings a bilingual Taiwanese ghost story to the Greenway

Massachusetts native James Jackson Jr.’s head-spinning journey into ‘A Strange Loop’

Jacob’s Pillow kicks off the 2022 season with provocative ‘America(na) to Me’

globe local

Salem had to be flexible with dates this year, moving its usual July 4th celebration — which includes live music, activities, and fireworks — to July 2nd.

News flash: Fireworks are back!

Should Massachusetts suspend the state gas tax?

Is this progress? Only your smartphone knows for sure

Obituaries

A native of Tupelo, Miss., Mr. Gilliam shook up the art world from his studio in Washington, D.C.

Sam Gilliam, abstract artist who went beyond the frame, dies at 88

Marlin Briscoe, AFL’s first Black quarterback and a former Patriots receiver, dies at 76

Injured in Vietnam, John Eade, 79, became a leader in politics, government, and architecture