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ALS drug wins FDA approval despite questionable data

A much-debated drug for Lou Gehrig’s disease won US approval Thursday, a long-sought victory for patients that is likely to renew questions about the scientific rigor behind government reviews of experimental medicines.

N.H. man receives sentence of 22 to 45 years for his role in death of 5-year-old Elijah Lewis

Joseph Stapf pleaded guilty Thursday to manslaughter and other charges for his role in the death of 5-year-old Elijah Lewis, who disappeared from Merrimack, N.H., last year and whose body was found last October in a makeshift grave in Abington.

Former eBay executive who ran scheme to harass Natick couple sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison
“It isn’t just one thing, we all do stupid things which are aberrational at moments, but this was a pattern of cruel conduct,” US District Judge Patti Saris said during a sentencing hearing. “I don’t even understand it all.”

Book excerpts: The Trump era

Trump wanted to fire Jared and Ivanka by tweet, assumed staffers of color were waiters, Haberman book says

Snippets from several new books about the Trump administration provide an inside look at explosive encounters between members of Trump’s Cabinet and White House officials on a variety of topics.

At redistricting hearing, advocates call for Arroyo to be reinstated as chair

During a City Hall hearing focused on potential changes to the map of City Council districts, leaders from a number of advocacy organizations on Thursday called for Councilor Ricardo Arroyo to be reinstated as chair of the committee in charge of the once-in-a-decade mapmaking process.

9,047 confirmed cases and 41 deaths in a week. See the latest COVID-19 data from Mass.

Red Sox 5, Orioles 3

J.D. Martinez’s home run sends Red Sox to victory in series finale

Ian regains hurricane strength as it heads to South Carolina

The US National Hurricane Center says the storm’s maximum sustained winds increased Thursday to 75 miles per hour.
Map: See the timing of Ian’s path through Florida ‘Our country hurts’ after Hurricane Ian slams Florida, President Biden says How climate change is fueling destructive storms like Ian

See photos and videos from Florida, where Hurricane Ian has left a path of destruction

People across the Sunshine State have captured footage of Hurricane Ian, posting images and videos of the storm across social media.

THE GREAT DIVIDE
‘We still have a way to go’: New MCAS scores show students continue to perform significantly worse than before the pandemic
Jeffrey Riley, the state’s education commissioner, said it could take up to five years before students fully catch up.

See all 2022 MCAS scores for schools across the state

MCAS scores for schools across the state

Retired clarinetist donates $100 million to rename Boston University’s medical school after his friend
Boston University renamed its school of medicine Thursday afternoon to honor Dr. Aram Chobanian, the former president of the university, dean of the School of Medicine, and respected cardiologist, as well as alum and donor Edward Avedisian, a retired clarinetist.

Deeply divided, can Boston’s city councilors repair relations?

A highly charged August meeting laid bare what has become a raw rift that had been months in the making.

Hingham country club neighbors sue to stop new pool project

Four couples have filed a Land Court lawsuit appealing the Planning Board’s approval of a new $8 million complex.
KEVIN CULLEN

Marty Walsh proves you can go home again

It is not a hard case to make that Walsh has been the most successful Cabinet secretary in a Biden administration that has struggled mightily at times with rising inflation and falling poll numbers.

Hispanic Heritage Month

MARCELA GARCÍA
How I learned to stop worrying and love Hispanic Heritage Month
Is dedicating only a month every year to honor Latino culture just another example of “Hispandering”?

Documentando el corazón infatigable de Chelsea Ideas | Rarely seen snapshots of Latino Boston Read more Hispanic Heritage Month stories

Mi Historia en Boston
La risa es la distancia más corta entre dos culturas
Por mucho que lo intentara, sabía que iba a seguir cometiendo errores verbales, culturales, sociales y profesionales en mi nuevo país.

Opinion
SCOT LEHIGH

It’s a moment to praise Mitch McConnell

The Senate Republican leader has thrown his support behind the effort to update the Electoral Count Act of 1887 — and that makes passage of those essential reforms much more likely.
IDEAS | JONATHAN BALCOMBE AND MICHAEL JAWER

Pessimistic starlings, depressed parrots, sad baboons — the surprising implications of animal sentience

IDEAS | JOAN VENNOCHI

A bitter lesson in Dedham schools
Joan Vennochi

Move out from the safe middle ground, Charlie Baker
Alexandra Vacroux

Is Putin bluffing on using nuclear weapons?

Black Progress Index | Donna M. Owens
Entrepreneur who charted her own Great Migration finds purpose, place in Florida
Carol Thompson-Finn has thrived in Collier County, a locale identified by the Black Progress Index as a top county for Black well-being, and and whose Black community boasts a long, rich history.

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150 years of The Boston Globe

Scenes from a century and a half, as covered by the Boston Globe.
Spotlight investigation

Part 1
A celebrated surgeon, a trail of secrets and death
Dr. Yvon Baribeau set a record for malpractice settlements, and many colleagues tried desperately to stop him. But hospital executives let him go on and on.

Timeline: What the public didn't know about Dr. Yvon Baribeau Video: What the Spotlight Team’s investigation discovered about Dr. Baribeau N.H. hospital promises review after revelations about doctor with 21 malpractice settlements
Part 2

A crisis of conscience, with lives on the line

Alarmed doctors at Manchester's Catholic Medical Center tried to get a troubled colleague barred from surgery. But hospital leaders resisted. Then came the "summer of death."

More recent stories

To celebrate ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ release, book a stay at ‘The Hocus Pocus Cottage’ in Danvers
A new Airbnb listing for a spooky cottage in Danvers will go for $31 to one lucky renter

Cannon rules Trump lawyers don’t have to clarify claims on Mar-a-Lago documents
Judge Aileen M. Cannon told Donald Trump's lawyers Thursday that they did not need to comply with an order from special master Raymond J. Dearie and state in a filing whether they believe FBI agents lied about documents seized from the former president's Florida residence.

Lawyers warn plane companies not to destroy records relating to migrants’ flights to Martha’s Vineyard

Lawyers representing Venezuelan migrants who are suing Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis for flying them to Martha’s Vineyard said Thursday that they had warned two plane companies to preserve any evidence surrounding the flights.

As Biden’s student loan relief faces legal challenges, Pressley and other Democrats reaffirm their commitment
“We are making good on the promise of education is opportunity,” the Boston Democrat said at a news conference outside the US Capitol.

Privately held student loans no longer qualify for Biden debt relief plan

Wall Street’s drop resumes as specter of economic slump hangs over markets

The backdrop for Thursday’s selling was the same as it has been for weeks: Investors fear a recession as central bankers take a hard line against inflation, looking to cool the economy by raising interest rates.

TABLES
A new ramen spot is stirring in Dedham; Kendall Square says bonjour to a French bistro
Plus, Parm comes to Boston.

Recommended reads

Can a nutritious daily shake stave off memory loss? A new trial aims to answer that, and is seeking volunteers.

Tufts University researchers are testing whether a specially-designed, daily nutritious shake for adults over age 55 can help stave off memory loss and control weight.

Maggie Hassan and Chris Sununu lead Senate and governor races, N.H. poll finds
A new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll found Democratic Senator Maggie Hassan leads Republican Don Bolduc by 8.5 percentage points, while Republican incumbent Governor Chris Sununu leads Democratic rival Tom Sherman by a wide margin.

Explore the full data: N.H. voters poll

Even in Boston’s left-leaning suburbs, some police reforms remain elusive two years after Floyd murder
Many liberal-minded communities have not met the demand by some for sharp reductions in police budgets.

ON THE STREET
Watertown has been a city for decades. Now, it’s acting like one.
Things are changing fast these days in Watertown, a tight-knit community where families put down roots, small businesses become institutions, and ethnic enclaves have carved their own niches.

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Culture & Lifestyle

Things to do around Boston this weekend and beyond

Morgan Talty wins New England Book Award for ‘Night of the Living Rez’

‘Emotive Land’ brings dance to the Charles River through augmented reality

Eight open studios events to explore on weekends this fall

Special Projects

Welcome Back to Boston

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

Top Spots to Live in Greater Boston in 2022

A guide to 36 Greater Boston communities where demand — and prices — are surging.
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 | ROBIN CHASE

The joyful and planet-friendly mobility of e-bikes
Robert D. Putnam and Terry Babcock-Lumish

The White House bowling alley is a symbol of what’s wrong with US politics
EDITORIAL

Wu cleans house at zoning board
SCOT LEHIGH

The battle within the state Republican Party
Tara D. Sonenshine

The women of Iran need the world to protest with them
IDEAS | OMAR VEGA

Rarely seen snapshots of Latino Boston

Metro

Deeply divided, can Boston’s city councilors repair relations?

A highly charged August meeting laid bare what has become a raw rift that had been months in the making.

At redistricting hearing, advocates call for Arroyo to be reinstated as chair

During a City Hall hearing focused on potential changes to the map of City Council districts, leaders from a number of advocacy organizations on Thursday called for Councilor Ricardo Arroyo to be reinstated as chair of the committee in charge of the once-in-a-decade mapmaking process.
KEVIN CULLEN

Marty Walsh proves you can go home again

It is not a hard case to make that Walsh has been the most successful Cabinet secretary in a Biden administration that has struggled mightily at times with rising inflation and falling poll numbers.

Maggie Hassan and Chris Sununu lead Senate and governor races, N.H. poll finds

A new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll found Democratic Senator Maggie Hassan leads Republican Don Bolduc by 8.5 percentage points, while Republican incumbent Governor Chris Sununu leads Democratic rival Tom Sherman by a wide margin.

Sports

Red Sox notebook

Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story done for the season

The team hoped they could get the second baseman back for the final series of the season, but in addition to his heel injury, Story is now under the weather.
WEEK 4 | HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Emotions will be riding high when No. 16 Milton hosts No. 17 Walpole in a battle of Bay State unbeatens

The Wildcats (3-0) will be looking to play for their coach, Steve Dembowski, whose 83-year-old father died on Sunday, when they host the Timberwolves (3-0) Friday night for Herget Division supremacy.
bruins notebook

A.J. Greer could be someone who gives the Bruins just what they need

As he vies for a roster spot, the 25-year-old wing is rattling boards, delivering checks, and showing the kind of net drive the organization values.
Golf

PGA Tour countersuit accuses LIV Golf of unfair tactics in recruiting players
Red Sox 5, Orioles 3

J.D. Martinez’s home run sends Red Sox to victory in series finale
alex speier | minor details

In Red Sox minor league system this year, lots of steady progress and a few breakouts

Business

Wall Street’s drop resumes as specter of economic slump hangs over markets

The backdrop for Thursday’s selling was the same as it has been for weeks: Investors fear a recession as central bankers take a hard line against inflation, looking to cool the economy by raising interest rates.

ALS drug wins FDA approval despite questionable data

A much-debated drug for Lou Gehrig’s disease won US approval Thursday, a long-sought victory for patients that is likely to renew questions about the scientific rigor behind government reviews of experimental medicines.

Pfizer seeks to expand omicron booster to 5- to 11-year-olds

Privately held student loans no longer qualify for Biden debt relief plan
magazine
Your Home | Small Spaces

A scientist with a newly launched decorating career creates calm in his condo
Dinner with Cupid

'She looked like she'd put in some effort, which made me nervous'

YOUR WEEK AHEAD

Five things to do for fun in and around Boston, Sept. 26-Oct. 2
My Boston History

Now that I'm a teacher and coach, I know I've 'made it'

metro

Former head of homeless shelter sentenced to one year in jail for stealing from the organization

RIPTA reduces service amid ‘unprecedented labor shortage’

Retired clarinetist donates $100 million to rename Boston University’s medical school after his friend

sports

The mutual respect between Bill Belichick and Aaron Rodgers runs deep, even though they rarely meet

Buccaneers and Chiefs will play Sunday night in Tampa as scheduled

Nate Weitzer’s high school football picks and games to watch for Week 4

business

Privately held student loans no longer qualify for Biden debt relief plan

How do we know when a recession has begun?

Boston startup aims to become ‘hospital of the metaverse’

politics

Thomas meets with Jan. 6 panel

‘Our country hurts’ after Hurricane Ian slams Florida, President Biden says

Senate passes short-term spending bill to avert government shutdown, aid Ukraine

Nation

Cannon rules Trump lawyers don’t have to clarify claims on Mar-a-Lago documents

Ian regains hurricane strength as it heads to South Carolina

As Biden’s student loan relief faces legal challenges, Pressley and other Democrats reaffirm their commitment

World

Mexico named deadliest country for environmental activists

UK’s Truss defends economic plan that sent pound tumbling

On eve of election, Bolsonaro’s party attacks Brazil’s voting systems

opinion

Iran needs to know the world is watching

Brett Favre draws up a bad play

House Democrats should adopt leadership term limits

lifestyle

I don’t want to do long-distance

Eight open studios events to explore on weekends this fall

Shakira ordered to stand trial for tax fraud in Spain

food & dining

Ballard’s Beach Resort ordered to remove canopies, tiki bar, stage, other structures by CRMC

It’s National Coffee Day. Here’s where you can find the deals.

A new spot in Kenmore Square offers traditional Yemeni food

travel

A fondness for shoulder season

Keep that summer vibe going: 10 reasons to head to Martha’s Vineyard now

Where to find a workspace when you’re on vacation in the Berkshires

Arts

When the camera has an imperial power

At Wellesley’s Davis Museum, a colonial misappropriation gets a 21st-century makeover

Sofía Córdova eyes the other side of apocalypse

Books

A brief era of brutality and change in ‘American Midnight’

Linda Ronstadt can’t stand ‘boring writing’

On the shimmering border between truth and fiction

Movies

When Bobby met Aaron: ‘Bros’ is a meet cute that hits the mark

‘The Greatest Beer Run Ever’: It’s a strange brew

In new Sinead O’Connor documentary, no one compares 2 her

Television

On TV, these show starters are showstoppers

Apple TV+ announces some series return dates

Fresh blood brings new life to ‘Interview with the Vampire’

music

A new hall of fame at the Wang brings Boston’s musical history into view

Losing his vision has opened Mark Erelli’s eyes

Julia Adolphe doesn’t want to be your tortured artist

Theater/Dance

A feminist take on ‘Dracula’ that bites back

Steve Sweeney opens a cozy comedy club in Quincy

With a few clanks, ‘Ada and the Engine’ offers an eye-opening ride through computer history

globe local

The asphalt exodus: Bicyclists and runners turn to gravel trails as a safer way to ride and run

Discovering there’s no quit on the volleyball court

A horse and donkey show up at a local high school

Obituaries

Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ rapper, dies at 59

Hilaree Nelson, 49, top ski mountaineer, is dead in Nepal avalanche

Bill Plante, CBS News correspondent for a half-century, dies at 84