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Several beaches across Massachusetts are closed because of bacteria. Here’s a list.

Freshwater and saltwater beaches from Ashby to Lynn had an excessive level of bacteria in the water, according to the state’s Department of Public Health.

Flamingo spotted on Cape Cod beach; ‘A monumentally rare’ sight, expert says

The flamingo is believed to be the first wild bird of its kind to be seen in Massachusetts. It was in New York on Friday and Saturday, and was likely blown off course by a hurricane last year.

How Derrick White became a go-to spokesman for Boston-area brands

Kristaps Porzingis is on track to return to Celtics lineup in Game 1 of Finals

Where do the 2023-24 Celtics stand among the greatest teams in NBA history?

If Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown beat the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals and carry the team to Banner No. 18, their legacies would be cemented. But all of this year’s success means nothing without a ring.
Why do Celtics fans boo Kyrie Irving? Recapping his tumultuous history with Boston. Kevin Garnett disputes narrative about Celtics’ path to NBA Finals
tara sullivan

Caitlin Clark is at the center of a conversation turning toxic and ugly. Women’s basketball deserves better.

A flagrant body check by a rival player has touched off a conversation replete with ill-advised opinions coming through prisms of race, gender, and social norms.
KARA BASKIN

Going on a Trader Joe’s run? Here are 10 items you should consider picking up.

When it comes to Trader Joe’s, everyone seems to have a pet product, or at least a soft spot. These are Kara Baskin's essential items. What are yours? Tell us in the comments.

Worsening pollen forms thick cloud suspended over Boston, parts of Mass.

Wednesday’s pollen count is expected to go back up to Monday’s concentrated levels, according to forecasters.
Forecast: A cool Tuesday morning turns into a mixed bag of weather for the day

Former Red Sox first-round pick Jay Groome is among the players suspended by MLB for betting

According to MLB, the lefthander (now with the Padres) made 32 bets from 2020-21 — including 24 on the Red Sox.

Boston officials warn DoorDash, Uber, Grubhub drivers to stop ‘dangerous operation’ of scooters, mopeds
City officials cited “an alarming increase in unlawful and dangerous operation of motorcycles, mopeds, and motorized scooters by drivers offering delivery services."

Biden rolls out asylum restrictions, months in the making, to help ‘gain control’ of the border

“The border is not a political issue to be weaponized,” Biden said while accusing former president Donald Trump and top Republicans of undermining bipartisan legislation that would have better addressed the issue.
How Biden’s new order to halt asylum at the US border is supposed to work

Taunton crossing guard arrested twice in one day after alleged attacks on parent, journalists

Louis F. Chaves was in court after allegedly attacking a parent with a stop sign stick at Taunton High School on Monday. He is no longer employed by the school district, officials said.

Prosecutors spend first day of testimony in Hunter Biden’s gun trial detailing his drug problems
Prosecutors painted President Biden’s son Hunter as deceptive and driven by addiction; his defense lawyer countered that the defendant did not believe he was in the throes of addiction when he stated in paperwork to buy the gun that he did not have a drug problem.

Mass. General Hospital medical assistant arraigned for alleged indecent assault of patient, prosecutors say

A woman reported to police on April 12 that Leonardo Hernandez had assaulted her at the Mass General dermatology unit several weeks earlier, prosecutors said.

Trump’s lawyers ask judge to lift gag order imposed during New York trial

Trump lawyers Todd Blanche and Emil Bove asked Judge Juan Merchan to end the gag order, arguing there is nothing to justify “continued restrictions on the First Amendment rights of President Trump” now that the trial is over.
Republicans who see Trump conviction as politically motivated vow to ‘indict the left’

US launches lobbying blitz to sell Gaza cease-fire plan to Hamas through Arab and Muslim nations
ADRIAN WALKER

Do-nothing committees show the inner workings of the State House

The Legislature now conducts less and less of its business openly and fewer voices decide which bills live or die.

P-town’s film festival returns — do you have your ferry tickets yet?

This year’s Provincetown International Film Festival runs June 12-16.

Orca spotted 7 miles off the coast of Chatham by crew on tuna fishing expedition

“We saw a fin in the distance, which was very large, and I thought it was a sunfish because they frequently flop their fins,” van Steensel said.
Opinion
RENÉE GRAHAM

Trump is not the problem

It’s his followers. It’s always been his followers.
JEFF JACOBY

More micromanaging will not cure Boston’s liquor license shortage
Alan Wirzbicki

Critics of Wu’s bike lanes get a candidate
IDEAS | JOE KEOHANE

The case for — gasp! — teaching kids to talk to strangers
JOAN VENNOCHI

The no-confidence fallout from the arrests of UMass Amherst protesters

More recent News

Kate Merrill abruptly leaves WBZ-TV after more than 20 years
“Kate has decided to move on from WBZ,” the station said in a statement provided to the Globe. “Thanks for the inquiry. We value our loyal viewers.”

Roxbury Community College names new president
Jonathan K. Jefferson, who previously served as the chief academic officer and provost at Lesley University, will formally become president of the college on July 1.

New report presents optimistic outlook for Boston’s economy despite concern about commercial property
Business groups have recently been sounding the alarm that declining commercial property values could spell trouble for the city’s economic future.

Fugitive accused of murder for hire, running a drug ring arrested in Mashpee

Antwan Hue faces up to life in prison and possibly the death penalty if convicted of charges including murder for hire resulting in death, murder in connection with a drug offense, and cocaine trafficking.

A gas utility and climate advocates in Framingham offer a vision for the future: cleaner, cheaper energy

Using geothermal energy — relying on the steady temperature below ground to heat and cool buildings — is nothing new. What’s new in Framingham is the fact that climate advocates and a utility company, Eversource, devised a plan for a neighborhood geothermal project together.

Three juveniles allegedly assaulted Walgreens security guard who tried to stop them from shoplifting, police say

One of the juveniles kicked an arresting officer in the left quad and called him an antigay slur, the report said.

Garland slams attacks on the Justice Department, telling lawmakers: ‘I will not be intimidated’

During a hearing before the the House Judiciary Committee, Attorney General Merrick Garland was expected to condemn “baseless and extremely dangerous falsehoods” being peddled about the FBI.

6 ways to keep your yard (and yourself) mosquito-free this summer

Warmer weather has returned to Boston, bringing a dreaded pest — mosquitoes. So what's the best way to keep them away? We asked the experts.

Noah Kahan, Lana Del Rey, and all the concerts coming to Fenway Park this summer

From rock legends to country kings, here’s your guide to all of this year's concerts at Fenway.

Recommended reads

PERSPECTIVE

I once nearly died in a pool. Take it from me, kids need swim lessons.

Drowning is the leading cause of death among 1- to 4-year-olds. Why are parents struggling to find certified instruction for children?

THE FINE PRINT
Transfer of some checking accounts from now-defunct First Republic Bank to JPMorgan Chase hits snags
A Brookline man was delayed in paying some bills because his online checking account migrated to JPMorgan Chase with key information missing.

Their baby was born premature with complex medical needs. The hospital and his deaf parents adapted to help him survive.
Born at just 25 weeks, their son needed intensive medical care. The machines that kept him alive were meant to be used by people who could hear. The couple and Franciscan Children’s Hospital had to innovate to help the child survive.

Steward sweetens offer to lenders as it runs low on cash to keep running
Steward, which filed for bankruptcy on May 6, is scrambling to line up at least $225 million in new financing by early next week.

Culture & Lifestyle

Raitt place, Raitt time

Reverence and understatement define Lyric Stage’s ‘Yellow Face’

This week’s TV: The Donald Sterling story, heroes of color in WWII, and the ‘SNL’ bottom line

For its 138th season, Boston Pops celebrates its first (and long-overdue) Pride Night

Special Projects

Lost in a World of Words

Learning to read is the greatest gift a school can give a child. And yet, in Massachusetts, outmoded teaching methods leave thousands of students struggling to gain this critical skill.

Beyond the Gilded Gate

People in and around Boston are being challenged, in ways never before, to address the region's unprecedented housing crisis.

Nightmare in Mission Hill

The story of how a murder in Mission Hill — the Carol Stuart shooting — terrorized and wounded a community of innocent people.

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

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

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

SCOT LEHIGH

Americans must reject Trump’s assault on rationality
Erwin Chemerinsky

Trump verdict: No one is above the law
Renée Graham

My Gen Z weekend
JEFF JACOBY

The law that ruined America’s immigration system
EDITORIAL

Booze, Boston, and Beacon Hill need to be shaken and stirred
IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

Flamingo spotted on Cape Cod beach; ‘A monumentally rare’ sight, expert says

The flamingo is believed to be the first wild bird of its kind to be seen in Massachusetts. It was in New York on Friday and Saturday, and was likely blown off course by a hurricane last year.
THINGS TO DO

Celebrating Pride Month in Rhode Island? Here’s what you need to know.

June’s arrival marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and spirit. Lots of festivities will be happening around the Ocean State. We’ve compiled some highlights.

Fugitive accused of murder for hire, running a drug ring arrested in Mashpee

Antwan Hue faces up to life in prison and possibly the death penalty if convicted of charges including murder for hire resulting in death, murder in connection with a drug offense, and cocaine trafficking.
ADRIAN WALKER

Do-nothing committees show the inner workings of the State House

The Legislature now conducts less and less of its business openly and fewer voices decide which bills live or die.

Sports

MLB

MLB bans Tucupita Marcano for life for betting on baseball, four others get one-year suspensions

Marcano appears to be the first active major leaguer banned under the sport's gambling provision since New York Giants outfielder Jimmy O'Connell in 1924.
patriots notebook

Patriots’ receivers have their hands full with refining their arsenals this spring

This has been an offseason of hard work for players such as DeMario Douglas, Tyquan Thornton, and JuJu Smith-Schuster.
Celtics notebook

A lot has changed for Joe Mazzulla since the last time the Celtics were in the NBA Finals

Mazzulla was an assistant coach in 2022, when the Celtics lost to the Warriors in six games.
FRENCH OPEN

Knee injury forces Novak Djokovic to withdraw from French Open ahead of quarterfinals
Red Sox

Red Sox place Wilyer Abreu on 10-day injured list with ankle sprain
celtics

TD Garden will host watch parties for NBA Finals Games 3 and 4

Business

PacifiCorp will pay $178M to Oregon wildfire victims in latest settlement over deadly 2020 blazes

In other cases that have gone to trial over the past year, Oregon juries in multiple verdicts have ordered PacifiCorp to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to victims. Ongoing litigation could leave it on the hook for billions.

US job openings fall to 8.1 million, lowest since 2021, but remain at historically high levels

The Labor Department reported Tuesday that employers posted 8.1 million vacancies in April, down from a revised 8.4 million in March.

Fidelity piles on pressure in revenue plan for ETF firms

New report presents optimistic outlook for Boston’s economy despite concern about commercial property
magazine
PERSPECTIVE

I once nearly died in a pool. Take it from me, kids need swim lessons.
Cooking

From steak sandwiches to grilled potato salad, a Father’s Day menu that makes the most of outdoor cooking
CONNECTIONS

How an Olivia Rodrigo concert reconnected me with my old bestie
Your Week Ahead

Five things to do around Boston, June 3-9

metro

Boston officials warn DoorDash, Uber, Grubhub drivers to stop ‘dangerous operation’ of scooters, mopeds

Roxbury Community College names new president

Mass. General Hospital medical assistant arraigned for alleged indecent assault of patient, prosecutors say

sports

Game 61: Braves at Red Sox lineups and notes

Kristaps Porzingis is on track to return to Celtics lineup in Game 1 of Finals

Why do Celtics fans boo Kyrie Irving? Recapping his tumultuous history with Boston.

business

Transfer of some checking accounts from now-defunct First Republic Bank to JPMorgan Chase hits snags

Amid surging tech stocks and salaries, HubSpot CEO doubled her pay to $26 million last year

How Derrick White became a go-to spokesman for Boston-area brands

politics

Republicans who see Trump conviction as politically motivated vow to ‘indict the left’

House passes proposal sanctioning top war-crimes court after it sought Netanyahu arrest warrant

Arizona voters will decide whether local police can make border-crossing arrests

Nation

Trump’s lawyers ask judge to lift gag order imposed during New York trial

Prosecutors spend first day of testimony in Hunter Biden’s gun trial detailing his drug problems

In red Montana, two Democrats take a new political approach: attack

World

Needing help to stay in office, Modi no longer appears all-powerful

Modi claims victory in Indian election, vows to continue with his agenda despite drop in support

Silence and heavy security in China and Hong Kong mark 35th anniversary of Tiananmen crackdown

opinion

Critics of Wu’s bike lanes get a candidate

The no-confidence fallout from the arrests of UMass Amherst protesters

Mexico elected its first female president. Here’s what you need to know about her.

lifestyle

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez: A timeline of recent events and relationship rumors

Rupert Murdoch marries for the fifth time, with Robert Kraft in attendance

Three dates with a Trump supporter

food & dining

Boston officials warn DoorDash, Uber, Grubhub drivers to stop ‘dangerous operation’ of scooters, mopeds

Blue Ribbon Brasserie’s Mellie Wiersma was told to find a restaurant job because she loves to chat. And that suits her just fine.

MOM’s Organic Market opens this week in Natick

travel

These Milton Academy students are transforming an old bus into an RV, and 2.2 million followers are along for the ride

The cost of your next flight could go up, an aviation trade group and industry heads warn

‘People need cool stuff.’ Inside three unique stores on the Cape.

Arts

Founded by Newport socialite Doris Duke, this organization is keeping history alive while addressing climate change

Concord Museum receives $5m grant for education, historical preservation

At Harvard’s Peabody Museum, the photograph as reliquary

Books

In Gabriella Burnham’s ‘Wait,’ a glimpse of the grittier side of summer on Nantucket

Bibliophiles

Nantucket Book Festival returns with Margaret Atwood, Erik Larson, Kwame Alexander, and more

Movies

P-town’s film festival returns — do you have your ferry tickets yet?

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez: A timeline of recent events and relationship rumors

Margot Benacerraf, award-winning Venezuelan documentarian, dies at 97

Television

Alec and Hilaria Baldwin announce TLC family reality series

Three seasons in, ‘Hacks’ stars continue to deliver

This week’s TV: The Donald Sterling story, heroes of color in WWII, and the ‘SNL’ bottom line

music

Cool off with these concerts at the Rockport Chamber Music Festival

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez: A timeline of recent events and relationship rumors

Raitt place, Raitt time

Theater/Dance

Reverence and understatement define Lyric Stage’s ‘Yellow Face’

Joe Spaulding, the folkie who became Boch Center CEO, reflects on a transformed arts district as he prepares to exit

At Vilna Shul synagogue, the souls of the dead are stirring

Health

In CVS’s home state, pharmacists in 2 retail stores vote to unionize

What we’re starting to learn about H5N1 in cows, and the risk to people

Centurion Foundation was the ‘only viable’ buyer for Roger Williams, Fatima hospitals, CEO says

Obituaries

Margot Benacerraf, award-winning Venezuelan documentarian, dies at 97

Brother Marquis, member of rap group 2 Live Crew, dies

Janis Paige, star of Broadway’s ‘The Pajama Game,’ dies at 101