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Red Sox finalizing trade to send Kiké Hernandez to the Dodgers
The MLB trade deadline is Tuesday, and the Red Sox were facing a logjam in the infield.

Judge in Karen Read case refuses to step down, hears arguments on gag order
The judge said in court Tuesday that Karen Read’s motion for her recusal “is not credible” and that “all four points raised in the defendant’s motion are without merit.”

A judge blocks limits on asylum at US-Mexico border but gives Biden administration time to appeal

The order takes away a key enforcement tool set in place by the Biden administration as coronavirus-based restrictions on asylum expired in May.

Aaron Hernandez’s brother arrested in Connecticut, suspected of plotting college shootings

Police said several people came to them in early July claiming Dennis John Hernandez had been acting erratically.

US Department of Education opens investigation into Harvard’s legacy and donor admissions process

The investigation will focus on whether Harvard “discriminates on the basis of race by using donor and legacy preferences in its undergraduate admissions process.”

North End restaurant’s license to serve liquor, food suspended following owner’s arrest on criminal charges

The suspension effectively renders the restaurant temporarily nonviable. The Board did not set a date for the next hearing, but said it would work to schedule it quickly.

Ron DeSantis cuts a third of his presidential campaign staff as he mounts urgent reset

Delays on Red Line after report of a fire at JFK station, officials say

In a still frame from police body camera video, Lt. Charles Vieira, left, argues with State Rep. Enrique Sanchez about being at an illegal after-hours establishment.

‘You shouldn’t be here’: R.I. state rep’s visit to illegal ‘sip joint’ draws police attention

A late-night encounter with police outside an unlicensed after-hours drinking establishment puts a young, progressive state lawmaker — and an under-the-radar problem in Providence — in the spotlight.

These maps show what to expect from this week’s ‘dangerous heat’ in Southern New England
Residents should prepare for “dangerous heat” throughout Southern New England this week, with many towns in Massachusetts likely to experience their first heat wave of the summer, the National Weather Service said.

South Florida ocean tops 100 degrees; could be world record

Jaylen Brown, Celtics finally agree to super-max contract extension that locks in forward for the long haul
The five-year, $304 million deal ensures that Brown will be part of the core for the long term as the team pursues its first NBA title since 2008.

Reggie Lewis's death 30 years ago was a painful lesson that nothing can be taken for granted.

Gary Washburn

Bronny James’s shocking cardiac arrest brings back memories of Reggie Lewis’s death 30 years ago

Lewis collapsed and died while working out at Brandeis University.

Bronny James is the latest in a series of young athletes to suffer cardiac arrest. Here’s what to know.

Tom Brady attended the Los Angeles premiere of "80 For Brady" in January.

Tom Brady’s playing the field, and the tabloids can’t stop speculating about whom he might be dating

Brady has kept his private life very much on the down-low since his divorce last fall from Gisele Bundchen. But lately, the former QB has been keeping a very busy social schedule.

From left: Rosario Dawson as Gabbie, Tiffany Haddish as Harriet, LaKeith Stanfield as Ben, and Owen Wilson as Father Kent in Disney's live-action "Haunted Mansion."

★★★ | Odie Henderson Review

The second time’s the charm for Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’

The latest adaptation of the famous dark ride boasts a very funny cast led by an excellent LaKeith Stanfeld.

Students in professor Wesley J. Wildman’s Data, Society, and Ethics class at Boston University developed a policy for using artificial intelligence, including ChatGPT, this semester.

Harvard student’s ChatGPT experiment reveals disruption in store for higher education

The experiment reveals a major challenge for educators scrambling to keep up with the fast-pace adoption of a tool that is hard to detect and capable of composing college-level prose.

Patrice Bergeron saluted Bruins fans after his team was eliminated from the playoffs in April.

After a brilliant 19-year career, Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron retires

"I have given the game everything that I have physically and emotionally, and the game has given me back more than I could have ever imagined," he said.

Opinion

Call Florida’s school curriculum on Black history what it is — a mendacious white nationalist hagiography fostered by the racist, ahistorical, anti-education policies of Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, a Republican candidate for president.

RENÉE GRAHAM

Florida’s silver linings guide to slavery

First comes revisionism. Denialism about America’s original sin won’t be far behind.

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Richard Hanson, Newton man charged with killing his wife, cannot have contact with their 3 sons, judge rules

A Newton District Court judge ruled Monday that Richard Hanson cannot have contact with his three sons as he is awaiting trial for allegedly bludgeoning the boys’ mother, Nancy Hanson, to death while they were all together in their home.

Boston woman dies after scuba diving in Rockport

Late Saturday afternoon, police in Rockport were notified of a “potential drowning” near the Dry Salvages, a group of rocks roughly two miles offshore, the Essex District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday.

NH CRIME

‘I fear for my life’: Gay shop owner reports homophobic assault in Somersworth, N.H.

Police seized a firearm after a fight broke out between the shop owners and a group of juveniles. They won’t say who’s accused of brandishing the weapon.

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson admits to ethics violation, pays penalty in connection to hiring relatives
The ethics commission said city employees are simply not allowed to hire members of one’s immediate family.

Here’s why you don’t want to ignore that ‘No Swimming’ sign these days
It might seem harmless just to jump in the water at a beach closed for swimming. But you should think twice, officials say.

See where beaches are closed in Mass. All Plum Island beaches reopen to swimming after drop in bacteria levels

Chad Finn

Forget about last year and believe in Mac Jones as the Patriots’ answer at quarterback
Jones never had a chance with the situation he was put in last season. Now is the time for him to build on his promising rookie campaign.

Seven wonders of the sports world

Fenway Park

A love affair spawned from the ‘Impossible Dream’

He was caught trying to defraud a COVID relief fund. Then he vanished.

Charged in the first such case in the nation, he seemingly abandoned his SUV in Quincy and walked into the Atlantic. But as with much in his life, the truth wasn’t what it seemed.

Berklee College of Music faculty want answers after president leaves without explanation
Hired in 2020, Erica Muhl was the first female president of the 78-year-old institution.

‘What else are you going to do with it?’: Developer Bill Cummings is giving away his fortune.
How a hard-working fruit punch salesman built a suburban real estate empire — and why he’s now focused on turning it into game-changing donations.

A Vermont town went without drinking water for 10 days. Some blame the private water company.
The outage in affluent Woodstock, Vt., has some residents talking about whether the town should take over the water system.

Culture & Lifestyle

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The Lowell Folk Festival takes over the city's downtown July 28-30.

10 must-see artists and events at the Lowell Folk Festival

Even if you haven't seen the movie — you've likely seen the trailer. Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken sing along to the Indigo Girls song "Closer to Fine" in a scene from "Barbie."

The Indigo Girls had no idea ‘Closer to Fine’ would have such a big role in ‘Barbie’

The cast of "The Boy Who Kissed the Sky," including Errol Service Jr. (third from right) as The Boy.

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Boston thrives off the dreams of young people. But can they make it here?

Baby boomers and Gen Xers benefited from economic conditions that do not exist for millennials. And by many measures, the path ahead for Gen Z is even more fraught.

Boston, MA—12/14/2022 - Commuters wait for the T to arrive at Ruggles Station. (Jessica Rinaldi/Globe Staff)

Boston doesn’t work if the T doesn’t work

With the MBTA engulfed by issues, everyday riders are feeling the pain.

Brittany Tee, Soomaiiah Quraiishi, and Reina Morales Rojas are among thousands of people thought to be missing from Massachusetts.

How the missing become the uncounted

Inside the government’s flawed approach to finding missing persons.

Two Weeks in America

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

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Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara left West Roxbury District Court on July 19 after her arraignment on charges related to her recent car crash.

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Kendra Lara must hold herself to the same standard as everyone else

A sign advertising the NAACP convention was seen from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center on July 17.

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The author's 1964 bubble-cut Barbie and friends with Barbie's peach Austin Healey 3000.

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Migrants walked by a string of buoys placed in the water along the US-Mexico Rio Grande border in Eagle Pass, Texas, on July 16.

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Jim Caviezel in Angel Studios' "Sound of Freedom."

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‘My heart is broken’: Former Obama White House chef mourned following apparent drowning death in Edgartown

Tafari Campbell of Dumfries, Va., had been paddle boarding in Edgartown Great Pond when he appeared to briefly struggle, submerged, and did not return to the surface, authorities have said. Crews ultimately found the 45-year-old’s body Monday morning.

Johnny Lujack, 1947 Heisman winner who led Notre Dame to 3 national titles, dies at 98

Mr. Lujack, a two-time unanimous All-American quarterback, is considered one of the greatest Notre Dame players of all time.

RI POLITICS

Accused of forging Matos nomination signatures, field worker speaks out

Separately, the attorney general is moving forward with a criminal investigation into forms submitted by Sabina Matos’ campaign.

Judge in Karen Read case refuses to step down, hears arguments on gag order

The judge said in court Tuesday that Karen Read’s motion for her recusal “is not credible” and that “all four points raised in the defendant’s motion are without merit.”

Sports

Saquon Barkley will report to Giants camp after signing a one-year deal as opposed to playing on the franchise tag.

NFL Notebook

Saquon Barkley, Giants reportedly agree to terms on a one-year contract

The deal is worth up to $11 million and includes a $2 million signing bonus, not far from the $10.1 million owed to Barkley had he played under the franchise tag.

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Sherborn native Eli Dershwitz wins gold at fencing world championship

The 27-year-old Harvard graduate and two-time Olympian won six bouts en route to the title, capped by a 15-6 win over world No. 1 Sandro Bazadze of Georgia.

Notre Dame quarterback Johnny Lujack (left) receives the Heisman Trophy from Wilbur Jurden, president of the Downtown Athletic Club, in New York on Dec. 10, 1947.

College football

Johnny Lujack, who led Notre Dame to three national championships, dead at 98

Lujack is considered one of the greatest Notre Dame football players of all time, having won the Heisman in 1947 and leading the Irish to national titles in 1943, 1946, and 1947.

Johnny Lujack, 1947 Heisman winner who led Notre Dame to 3 national titles, dies at 98

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Bronny James’s shocking cardiac arrest brings back memories of Reggie Lewis’s death 30 years ago

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Business

UPS, Teamsters reach agreement, averting strike

The tentative five-year agreement with the Teamsters, a union that represents 340,000 workers, includes immediate raises for all UPS employees.

GM’s electric vehicle rollout delayed by slow battery production

This year, GM is struggling to produce a new electric car battery pack meant for the electric vehicles it plans to introduce over several years.

Global economy shows signs of resilience despite lingering threats

GE boosts outlook on aerospace gains, rebound in renewables

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Why ACL injuries are hanging over the Women's World Cup

A bunk inspired by sailboats creates two distinct spaces for the teenagers who share the bedroom.

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To split a room for siblings, they borrowed from sailboat design

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Red Sox finalizing trade to send Kiké Hernandez to the Dodgers The MLB trade deadline is Tuesday, and the Red Sox were facing a logjam in the infield.

Judge in Karen Read case refuses to step down, hears arguments on gag order The judge said in court Tuesday that Karen Read’s motion for her recusal “is not credible” and that “all four points raised in the defendant’s motion are without merit.”

A judge blocks limits on asylum at US-Mexico border but gives Biden administration time to appeal

Aaron Hernandez’s brother arrested in Connecticut, suspected of plotting college shootings

US Department of Education opens investigation into Harvard’s legacy and donor admissions process

North End restaurant’s license to serve liquor, food suspended following owner’s arrest on criminal charges

Ron DeSantis cuts a third of his presidential campaign staff as he mounts urgent reset

Delays on Red Line after report of a fire at JFK station, officials say

‘You shouldn’t be here’: R.I. state rep’s visit to illegal ‘sip joint’ draws police attention

Jaylen Brown, Celtics finally agree to super-max contract extension that locks in forward for the long haul The five-year, $304 million deal ensures that Brown will be part of the core for the long term as the team pursues its first NBA title since 2008.

Bronny James’s shocking cardiac arrest brings back memories of Reggie Lewis’s death 30 years ago

Tom Brady’s playing the field, and the tabloids can’t stop speculating about whom he might be dating

The second time’s the charm for Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’

Harvard student’s ChatGPT experiment reveals disruption in store for higher education

After a brilliant 19-year career, Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron retires

Florida’s silver linings guide to slavery

Free prison calls provide a lifeline for inmates, families

Journalism is being killed in Central America

With the release of ‘Oppenheimer,’ debate over using the atomic bomb on Japan continues

Senate must confirm Marine Corps commandant

More recent News

Richard Hanson, Newton man charged with killing his wife, cannot have contact with their 3 sons, judge rules

Boston woman dies after scuba diving in Rockport

‘I fear for my life’: Gay shop owner reports homophobic assault in Somersworth, N.H.

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson admits to ethics violation, pays penalty in connection to hiring relatives The ethics commission said city employees are simply not allowed to hire members of one’s immediate family.

Here’s why you don’t want to ignore that ‘No Swimming’ sign these days It might seem harmless just to jump in the water at a beach closed for swimming. But you should think twice, officials say.

Chad Finn Forget about last year and believe in Mac Jones as the Patriots’ answer at quarterback Jones never had a chance with the situation he was put in last season. Now is the time for him to build on his promising rookie campaign.

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Red Sox finalizing trade to send Kiké Hernandez to the Dodgers
The MLB trade deadline is Tuesday, and the Red Sox were facing a logjam in the infield.

Judge in Karen Read case refuses to step down, hears arguments on gag order
The judge said in court Tuesday that Karen Read’s motion for her recusal “is not credible” and that “all four points raised in the defendant’s motion are without merit.”

Jaylen Brown, Celtics finally agree to super-max contract extension that locks in forward for the long haul
The five-year, $304 million deal ensures that Brown will be part of the core for the long term as the team pursues its first NBA title since 2008.

Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson admits to ethics violation, pays penalty in connection to hiring relatives
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Here’s why you don’t want to ignore that ‘No Swimming’ sign these days
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Forget about last year and believe in Mac Jones as the Patriots’ answer at quarterback
Jones never had a chance with the situation he was put in last season. Now is the time for him to build on his promising rookie campaign.

Berklee College of Music faculty want answers after president leaves without explanation
Hired in 2020, Erica Muhl was the first female president of the 78-year-old institution.

‘What else are you going to do with it?’: Developer Bill Cummings is giving away his fortune.
How a hard-working fruit punch salesman built a suburban real estate empire — and why he’s now focused on turning it into game-changing donations.

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