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Republicans win slim House majority, complicating ambitious agenda

More than a week after Election Day, Republicans will secure the 218th seat needed to flip the House from Democratic control, the AP projects. The full scope of the party’s majority is not yet clear as votes in competitive races are still being counted.

See results of key House races

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211

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218

U.S. House

218 seats for the majority

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211(-8)

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218(+8)

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Haverhill cancels rest of high school football season after seeing alleged hazing video

School administrators said “significant material was uncovered” Wednesday regarding an ongoing investigation into misconduct by “some members” of the team, according to the statement from the school district.

Harvard, Yale law schools to withdraw from US News & World Report rankings
The Ivy League schools released statements Wednesday criticizing the magazine’s rankings, with Yale Law Dean Heather K. Gerken calling them “profoundly flawed.”

Harmony Montgomery’s stepmother to plead guilty on perjury charges, officials say

Lawyers for Kayla Montgomery filed a motion on Wednesday notifying the court of their client’s intent to plead guilty, according to the New Hampshire attorney general's office.

Killer who stabbed four University of Idaho students to death still at large

Police to hold news conference on slayings of four University of Idaho college students

Case manager Gail McCabe at Tufts Medical Center spends all day hunting for nursing homes and rehab centers that will accept her patients.

‘It feels like we just got them into Harvard’: The high-stakes mission to ease gridlock inside Mass. hospital emergency departments

A third of hospitalized patients are waiting a month or more to be transferred to nursing homes and rehabilitation centers.

CELTICS 126, HAWKS 101

Celtics dig deep to knock off the Hawks for their eighth consecutive win
With Jaylen Brown in foul trouble, Jayson Tatum struggling with his shot, and another injured player, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla looks further down the bench for production, and finds it.

Gary Washburn: A struggling Celtics bench was their undoing in the Finals. Now, the depth has them rolling.

In text messages, coordinators of Ron DeSantis’ migrant flights to Martha’s Vineyard reveled in plotting surprise political stunt
The records come three months after the administration of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unceremoniously stranded migrants in Martha’s Vineyard.

See the texts between coordinators of Ron DeSantis’ migrant flights to Martha’s Vineyard

Third baseman Rafael Devers (left) has one year remaining on his contract, while shortstop Xander Bogaerts is a free agent.

Red Sox have sweetened their offers to Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers

CEO/president Sam Kennedy asserted that the Sox are being aggressive with the two players, and that mistakes made with Mookie Betts are informing their actions.

Bench coach Will Venable leaves Red Sox to become associate manager of Rangers

From left to right, top to bottom: Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen, Larry David, and Stephen Curry, among others, are all named in the suit filed late Tuesday in US District Court in Miami.

Tom Brady, David Ortiz among athletes sued over crypto losses in federal lawsuit filed by investor

An Oklahoma crypto investor has sued the founder of FTX and its celebrity ambassadors including Tom Brady and David Ortiz, alleging the now-bankrupt digital currency exchange was in effect “a Ponzi scheme” that used deceptive practices including the star endorsements to bilk investors.

MIT Media Lab cancels fellowship program tied to crypto firm FTX

Ryan Reynolds, left, and Will Ferrell in a scene from "Spirited" shot on Boston's Devonshire Street.

‘Spirited’ was filmed entirely in Mass. Here are all the Boston-area locations.

It may feel early, but a new film starring Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds is about to jump-start a season of holiday streaming. Location manager Mark Fitzgerald popped open the hood on the Boston-based production.

Opinion

Members of the media set up their cameras on the back riser before the arrival of President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign rally in 2020.

Trump’s power comes from the press that promotes him

Can we ever free ourselves of him?

Battle lines drawn in council’s quest for civilian flaggers

RIP, Citizens for Limited Taxation

Despite midterms, Trump’s MAGA movement leaves him a force to be reckoned with inside the GOP

Trump — a wannabe kingmaker turned the king of losers

The New York Police Department graduating class of 2016 salutes during a ceremony at Madison Square Garden, July 1, 2016.

The Emancipator

Call ‘tough on crime’ what it is: a tool of racial oligarchy

Conservatives and liberals alike embrace a “law and order” framework, which blames reformers, the poor, and the unhoused for concerns about crime, and enforces rule based on wealth and racism. We need to build a better future.

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Special reports

Two Weeks in America

Two Weeks in America

We sent a dozen journalists on the road across this complex country. They found it’s better than you think.

The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts 2022

The Women’s Edge and Globe Magazine celebrate the state’s leading companies and nonprofits run by women.

See the full Women & Power issue from Globe Magazine

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Celebrating 150 years of The Boston Globe

We’re marking the Globe’s 150th year with a look back through 15 decades of coverage. Explore 150 of the most significant front pages, revisit classic sports moments, try a crossword from 1917, and more.

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Karen Bass becomes first woman elected Los Angeles mayor
US Rep. Karen Bass was elected the next mayor of Los Angeles on Wednesday, taking the reins in the nation's second-largest city during an intense period of soul-searching as it reels from a racism scandal and seeks fresh answers to seemingly intractable problems like homelessness and corruption.

Boston board defers decision on Faneuil Hall marijuana store, citing concerns about ‘saturation’
Board chair Kathleen Joyce praised the “unique” plan by Soul Cannabis to open a pot shop in the space previously occupied by the historic Durgin-Park restaurant, but said she was concerned that six other cannabis companies within a half-mile of the space have either opened or are awaiting state licensure after receiving final approval from the city.

JetBlue to introduce Boston to Paris route in 2023
After London, JetBlue sets its sites on the City of Light.

Mischievous coyote caught on video removing lawn decorations in Orleans
The Brick Hill Road resident then found that her ornaments were strewn about her neighbor’s yards, an incident that occurred several times throughout the weekend of Oct. 15, police said. The culprit? A coyote.

Senate advances legislation to protect same-sex and interracial marriages
Twelve Republicans voted with all Democrats to move forward on the legislation, meaning a final vote could come as soon as this week, or later this month.

These 37 Republicans voted against a bill to protect same-sex marriage

THE GREAT DIVIDE

How are Mass. public school graduates faring? Here are key takeaways from a new state report.
The data also consistently showed that year after year female students earn less on average than male students, English learners earn less than native English speakers, and significant wage gaps exist among students with disabilities compared to those without.

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Newton family offers city nearly 15 acres for $24 million
A Newton family is offering the city the chance to buy about 15 acres of largely undeveloped land for $24 million — and local officials are soliciting developers’ proposals on partnering with the city to make a deal.

At bars and restaurants, Thursday is the new Friday
The pandemic-altered rhythms of work and life mean the once-unremarkable day that predated the weekend is busier than ever.

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First fall nor’easter ushers in below-average temperatures in New England
The theme of our weather for the next seven days is cold. While it won’t be January cold, it will be certainly below average for this time of the year.

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Carey Mulligan as Megan Twohey (left) and Zoe Kazan as Jodi Kantor in a scene from "She Said."

‘She Said’ chronicles the investigation that mobilized #MeToo

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A middle-age muddle in ‘Fleishman Is in Trouble’

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A defining moment for Bartees Strange at the Sinclair

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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.

Top Spots to Live in Greater Boston in 2022

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Opinion, ideas, and commentary

A police officer stood at the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge construction site in Boston on July 31, 2017.

Battle lines drawn in council’s quest for civilian flaggers

Barbara Anderson, the longtime executive director of Citizens for Limited Taxation, outside of her home in Marblehead, Mass., in 1990.

RIP, Citizens for Limited Taxation

Donald Trump looked on as Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Republican Senate candidate in Pennsylvania, spoke at Trump's fly-in campaign rally in Latrobe, Pa., on Nov. 5. Oz lost to Pennsylvania lieutenant governor John Fetterman.

Trump — a wannabe kingmaker turned the king of losers

Parents in New England are asking pediatricians if their sick child may end up transported long distances to find a hospital room.

Presidents of the New England Chapters of the American Academy of Pediatrics

America needs to invest in pediatric health care

When former South Carolina governor Mark Sanford went off the grid for a few days in June, 2009, he claimed to have been "hiking the Appalachian Trail." The phrase quickly became a euphemism for having an extramarital affair, which is what Sanford was really doing.

IDEAS | BARBARA WALLRAFF

May I have a word: Not euphemistically speaking

A supporter holds her breath as preliminary results for Michigan Proposal 3 are announced at a watch party in Detroit, Mich., on Nov. 8.

IDEAS | MARY ZIEGLER

The abortion rights movement may be regaining the upper hand

Metro

‘It feels like we just got them into Harvard’: The high-stakes mission to ease gridlock inside Mass. hospital emergency departments

A third of hospitalized patients are waiting a month or more to be transferred to nursing homes and rehabilitation centers.

Harvard, Yale law schools to withdraw from US News & World Report rankings

The Ivy League schools released statements Wednesday criticizing the magazine’s rankings, with Yale Law Dean Heather K. Gerken calling them “profoundly flawed.”

They’re fat and happy — and ready for their place on your table next to the cranberry sauce and stuffing

At Raymond’s Turkey Farm, thousands of big birds are getting ready for prime time — and some gravy.

See how they run

Murdoch helped make Donald Trump. Now, it seems, he thinks the ex-president is disposable, and that he can break him.

Sports

Tyrese Hunter, last season's Big 12 freshman of the year at Iowa State, was 9-of-14 shooting for 26 points.

No. 11 Texas 93, No. 2 Gonzaga 74

No. 2 Gonzaga belted by No. 11 Texas in men’s basketball

Texas made 13 3-pointers and shut down Gonzaga All-American Drew Timme for long stretches.

Luke Kornet has always been an afterthought, but he's contributed in a big way for the Celtics this season.

Gary Washburn | On Basketball

A struggling Celtics bench was their undoing in the Finals. Now, the depth has them rolling.

Boston was without Marcus Smart and Malcolm Brogdon on Wednesday, and despite the struggles of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the less-heralded Celtics helped them to a convincing win.

LaMelo Ball injured himself trying to save a ball from going out of bounds when he stepped on a seated fan’s foot.

Hornets guared LaMelo Ball re-injures his ankle — stepping on a fan’s foot

Ball injured the same ankle that caused him to miss the first 13 games of the regular season.

Harvard 70, Northeastern 69

Chris Ledlum scores 29 as Harvard keeps Northeastern winless in men’s basketball

MIAA FIELD HOCKEY SEMIFINALS

Molly Driscoll, top-seeded Watertown field hockey inundate No. 4 Dover-Sherborn in Division 3 semifinals

MIAA GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL SEMIFINALS

Ipswich girls’ volleyball has the look of a champion in Division 4 semifinal win

Business

These 37 Republicans voted against a bill to protect same-sex marriage

The Respect for Marriage Act, which would protect the right of same-sex couples to marry passed by a 62-37 procedural vote in the Senate, with 12 Republicans joining all Democrats.

Labs in the Leather District? Some have their doubts, but divisive project goes to BPDA

Much-debated lab proposal for a Leather District parking garage is heading to BPDA on Thursday.

Judy Woodruff to step down from PBS NewsHour

Harvard, Yale law schools to withdraw from US News & World Report rankings

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I was laser focused on getting into Harvard. Here’s why I want my kids to be different.

Advice: Why does small talk get such a bad rap?

Austrian Pot-Roasted Beef With Root Vegetables

Recipes: Skip the turkey this Thanksgiving and try one of these creative alternatives

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metro

State officials began converting a vacant Salem State University building into temporary housing for the influx of migrants coming to Massachusetts in late November. The residential complex will house up to 60 families.

City of Salem, state to open temporary housing at Salem State campus for migrant, homeless families

Mass. lottery 50th anniversary celebrated at State House

‘40 years later, I got some justice’: R.I. Representative Sherry Roberts sees stepfather sentenced for abuse

sports

Payton Pritchard (4 for 6 on 3-pointers) and Grant Williams (4 for 7) were jumping for joy in Atlanta.

Celtics dig deep to knock off the Hawks for their eighth consecutive win

Houston’s Justin Verlander wins third AL Cy Young Award, second as the unanimous selection

Abbey Keyes comes through with clutch penalty kick for No. 10 Dedham in Division 3 semifinals vs. No. 3 Stoneham

business

Tesla chief executive Elon Musk arrived to testify at the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center in Wilmington, Del., on Wednesday.

Musk testifies in Delaware, defending his massive Tesla pay

Oversight Board says to restore Facebook post comparing Russians to Nazis

House to probe FTX collapse, ‘expects’ Sam Bankman-Fried to testify

politics

The US Capitol building in Washington, D.C.

Republicans win slim House majority, complicating ambitious agenda

This race led the Associated Press to project Republicans will take control of the House

Major networks bypass live coverage of Trump speech

Nation

Students during a graduation ceremony.

Judge grants final approval of $6 billion student loan settlement

Karen Bass becomes first woman elected Los Angeles mayor

Still no suspect, no weapon found in weekend stabbing deaths of 4 University of Idaho students

World

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Seoul: North Korea fires ballistic missile toward sea

NATO, Poland say deadly blast was probably unintentional

As G20 summit ends, divisions persist on Russia sanctions

opinion

The New York Police Department graduating class of 2016 salutes during a ceremony at Madison Square Garden, July 1, 2016.

Call ‘tough on crime’ what it is: a tool of racial oligarchy

The taming of income inequality

Trump — a wannabe kingmaker turned the king of losers

lifestyle

Right Here Waiting for You

He hasn’t introduced me to his mother

‘It’s a Date!’ skips the small talk, goes straight for the funny business

food & dining

Raymond's Turkey Farm in Methuen was started in 1950 and is where 20,000 turkeys now roam, though not for long. The farm was started in 1950 by Claire and Raymond Rischer with just 24 turkeys. Chris Conley, left, and Jamie Rischer (in black) walked past the turkeys.

They’re fat and happy — and ready for their place on your table next to the cranberry sauce and stuffing

At bars and restaurants, Thursday is the new Friday

Lodge lightens up with the Blacklock line of cast iron cookware

travel

Interior view of JetBlue's new Airbus A321LR aircraft, which it will use for service between Boston and Paris. (David L Ryan/Globe Staff )

JetBlue to introduce Boston to Paris route in 2023

Social media is ruining our vacations

Breeze Airways adds service from R.I.’s T.F. Green to New Orleans and Raleigh-Durham

Arts

Vincent van Gogh's "Starry Night" is pictured at the “Art of the Brick” LEGO exhibit, which features works by Nathan Sawaya and opens Friday.

LEGO versions of the Mona Lisa, ‘Starry Night,’ coming to Boston

Fuller Craft Museum offers ‘Food Justice’ for thought

A camera cornucopia in the Seaport; drawers, but not drawings, in Brookline

Books

Andrew Morton's new book is "The Queen: Her Life"

Princess Diana biographer depicted in ‘The Crown’ stops in Boston this weekend on his latest book tour

Margaret Sullivan chronicles the rise of her career and democracy’s decline in new memoir

In Russell Banks’s new novel, ‘The Magic Kingdom,’ an aged exile details the darker side of utopia

Movies

Writer-director Elegance Bratton on the set of "The Inspection."

Marine-turned-movie director Elegance Bratton on making ‘The Inspection’

‘Spirited’ was filmed entirely in Mass. Here are all the Boston-area locations.

‘She Said’ chronicles the investigation that mobilized #MeToo

Television

Entertainer Jay Leno smiles for a photo with fans at a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C., Sunday, May 30, 2021.

Jay Leno has ‘serious burns’ from a gas fire at his LA garage

Jay Leno could need skin grafts after being severely burned in gas explosion in his garage

A middle-age muddle in ‘Fleishman Is in Trouble’

music

Bartees Strange performs at the Sinclair, a stop on his first-ever headlining tour.

A defining moment for Bartees Strange at the Sinclair

Ice Nine Kills frontman gives ‘Thanx’ for slasher flicks and psychos

From Brussels to Boston, a young cellist brings Dvorak to Symphony Hall

Theater/Dance

From left: Lily Ayotte, Nettie Chickering, June Kfoury, and Jessica Golden in Hub Theatre Company of Boston's "Into the Breeches!"

‘Into the Breeches!’ gives rise to an all-female Boston-based Shakespeare production

So much goes right in Lyric’s uproarious ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’

In ‘The Chinese Lady,’ prejudice and exploitation, seen from a stage

globe local

"Holiday Gala at the Whistler House," painted by Dave Drinon in 2015 for that year's auction, imagines the house's main gallery through a 19th-century lens. The annual party and auction returns Dec. 2.

Open skating, a call for artists, and a Thanksgiving reenactment

Church coffeehouse honors late comrades

Newton family offers city nearly 15 acres for $24 million

Obituaries

Professor Henry Rosovsky, right, with the philosopher and author Allan Bloom in New Brunswick, N.J. on March 11, 1988.

Henry Rosovsky, who redefined Harvard to its core, dies at 95

Virginia McLaurin, sharecroppers’ daughter who danced with the Obamas, dies

John Aniston, star of ‘Days of Our Lives,’ dead at 89