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With convention attacks on Biden, Republicans struggle with post-shooting restraint

Republicans say there needs to be an end to inflammatory rhetoric, but they have been undermining their own efforts to take the temperature down.
RNC takeaways from Day 3 Live updates: Trump to speak at RNC tonight; Biden facing renewed pressure

What would make Biden drop out of the presidential race? Here are the four reasons he’s cited.

What would it take to deport millions of immigrants? The GOP plan, explained.

Donald Trump supporters are sporting fake ear bandages at the RNC. See photos.

THE GREAT DIVIDE
‘We’re taking the wrong kids’: High-needs students lose out in vocational school admissions
A new Globe analysis of statewide data appears to confirm advocates' claims that there's an insidious factor at play when vocational schools deny admission to certain students, including those who are in special education or have mediocre academic records.

LOVE LETTERS

I’m married to two people

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CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK
Not necessarily the ‘best.’ Not all his ‘favorite.’ These are the Globe film critic’s top 10 most-watched movies of all time.
"'Best' movies may be masterpieces, but I don’t necessarily want to watch them at 2 a.m. when I can’t sleep," says film critic Odie Henderson.

Far from home, but seemingly home in the heat, pair of tropical birds delight the region

First a wild flamingo showed up on Cape Cod. Over the weekend, a second tropical bird was spotted on Carson Beach in Boston.

This Cape Ann naturalist is in a 30-year love affair with humpback whales

A wild decision in her 20s led Tina McMahon-Foley to a 30-year career as a naturalist with Cape Ann Whale Watch.

Mass. reports first measles case since 2020

Department of Public Health Officials urged residents to make sure they are up to date on vaccinations.
Larry Edelman | Trendlines

The magic number to afford a home in Boston? $217,000 in annual income.

Rising prices have outstripped earnings growth, putting homeownership further out of reach.

Judge in Karen Read case indefinitely extends impoundment order on release of jury list; cites juror fears for safety

Judge Beverly J. Cannone said in her order that the juror, identified as Juror Doe, is “in reasonable fear for their safety and the safety of their family” if the list of jurors’ names is disclosed.

Nantucket residents lash out at turbine manufacturer, Vineyard Wind after debris from damaged blade litters beaches

At a Nantucket select board meeting Wednesday evening, project developer Vineyard Wind said more debris is falling into the ocean from the damaged blade and the remaining piece of the blade could soon plummet.

Why are people getting COVID again this summer? What to know about variants, symptoms, and more.

COVID infections are on the rise, with levels surging in states around the country. Here’s a refresher on how to prevent infection — and what to do if you do get the virus.
Here's what is happening with COVID in Massachusetts Vaccines significantly reduce the risk of long COVID, study finds

80-year-old L.L. Bean staple finds a new audience as a trendy bag
The simple, sturdy canvas bag called the Boat and Tote is having an extended moment thanks to a social media trend in which they're monogrammed with ironic or flashy phrases.

Senators Markey, Sanders seek subpoena for Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre

Most US monuments celebrate white men. Boston hands out funding to broaden the focus.

American who made social media threats against Taylor Swift detained ahead of German concert
PODCAST | SAY MORE WITH SHIRLEY LEUNG

Is NPR having an existential crisis?

This secluded property in rural N.H. has hosted some of the world’s greatest artists

The MacDowell campus is as prestigious as it is private. It opens to the public for just a single day in July: Medal Day, when it honors an impactful artist for their work. This year, the award goes to Yoko Ono.
CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

When composers and scientists join forces, it’s alchemy for the ears

David Ibbett debuted the full version of his "Mars Symphony" late last month, with two more performances to follow still.
Conan O’Brien says playing the Newport Folk Festival is a ‘dream gig’ Sound Check: At the inaugural Home Alone Fest, Boston artists aim to pack the house

René Redzepi on the lessons he learned from Anthony Bourdain and why we don’t need to eat lobster all year long

The decorated chef opens up about his new Apple TV+ show, "Omnivore," what’s next for his three-Michelin star restaurant Noma, and more.
Opinion
EDITORIAL

Lawmakers should send housing bond bill to governor’s desk

Compromise is necessary before July 31.
Shira Schoenberg

How colleges should prepare to counter antisemitism, Islamophobia
CARINE HAJJAR

Universities need to leave DEI behind
David D’Alessandro

The real reason business is mad at Wu? She doesn’t cater to our ego.
IDEAS | BENJAMIN TWINING

Using the ocean as a carbon sink may be our best hope against climate change
Best of the Best

The 8 best burgers around Boston (including a veggie burger — it counts!)

Regina, Si Cara, and 6 more places to find Boston’s best pizza

We searched for Boston’s best breakfasts. These 12 places are winners.

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More recent News

‘It was like being in a very exciting film’: Paul McCartney describes being at the center of Beatlemania
“Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64: Eyes of the Storm” is a front-row seat on that film. It runs at the Brooklyn Museum through Aug. 18.

Forecast | Ken Mahan
A welcome change: Sunshine and dry air to settle in today, kicking off ideal summer stretch
Early morning showers will exit, making for for a stunning second half of Thursday.

Mass. lawmakers reach deal on gun bill that would regulate ghost guns, expand ‘red flag’ law
The agreement came on the heels of the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump.

Far-right Israeli minister visits sensitive Jerusalem holy site, a threat to Gaza cease-fire talks

The move threatens to disrupt sensitive talks aimed at reaching a cease-fire in the 9-month-old Israel-Hamas war. Israeli negotiators landed in Cairo on Wednesday to continue talks.

Boston hotel workers rally for higher wages, announce vote to authorize strike

The efforts come as negotiations for labor contracts are under way at many hotel chains.

Allston man dies in apparent drowning at Walden Pond, DA says

The 62-year-old man, who was not immediately identified, died at Concord Hospital Wednesday after being pulled to shore by lifeguards, officials said.

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Olympics

Hometown heroes: Meet the New Englanders competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics

There are some big names, such as Jayson Tatum, looking to add another Olympic gold; some rising superstars that are about to become household names (have you heard about Frederick Richard yet?); and plenty in between.

With the help of the nation’s leading rat expert, Boston unveils new plan to tackle rat problem
The “Boston Rodent Action Plan” outlines a number of priorities the city will be implementing to mitigate rat populations, based on a long-awaited, commissioned report by a leading urban rat expert.

Weather Focus | Ken Mahan and Ivy Scott
Remember when it used to cool down at night? Here’s why we rarely see cooler evenings anymore.
It used to be that summer evenings provided a much-needed break from the heat. But now the days are getting hotter and more humid.

Beth Teitell
Karen Read case is over for now, but the diehards haven’t given up
The mistrial triggered a cliffhanger — and in some, an even deeper obsession.

Culture & Lifestyle

Not necessarily the ‘best.’ Not all his ‘favorite.’ These are the Globe film critic’s top 10 most-watched movies of all time.

At the inaugural Home Alone Fest, Boston artists aim to pack the house

Live music fills the MFA’s courtyard once again for seven summer shows

One city, two murders, a very different time: Natalie Portman talks ‘Lady in the Lake’

Special Projects

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

Data show that these Celtics are truly extraordinary, a team of uncommon prowess on both ends of the court
HIGH & DRY

Priced out: How Boston’s broken liquor license system drives chefs from the city

A stubbornly high price tag for serving alcohol hurts thousands of hospitality workers, aspiring restaurateurs, and the city itself.
Interactive map

Pothole season is upon us. See which neighborhoods have the most reports

Boston’s 311 data provides a day-by-day look at the condition of the city’s streets and sidewalks, which neighborhoods are hit hardest, and just how fast repairs are made.

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.

Opinion, ideas, and commentary

IDEAS | Elizabeth Svoboda

Trump isn’t a fascist. He’s a Caesarist.
EDITORIAL

A dangerous decision by an erratic judge
Carine Hajjar

JD Vance is Trump’s victory lap
IDEAS | RAVI IYER

The surgeon general has new social media guidelines. Minnesota already made some of them into law.
NANCY GERTNER

Judge Cannon, who dismissed Trump documents case, follows Justice Clarence Thomas’s unethical lead
IDEAS

Blueprints for a new downtown Boston

Metro

MCI-Concord, the state’s oldest men’s prison, officially closed Wednesday

MCI-Concord, the oldest men’s correctional facility in the state, officially closed Wednesday amid a historically low prison population, the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) said this week.

Amy Adams films new movie ‘At the Sea’ in Plymouth and Marshfield, leaving fans star-struck

Crews filmed the Oscar-nominated actress on the Plymouth waterfront Tuesday morning, with residents and local businesses posting behind-the-scenes photos and videos on social media.

Far from home, but seemingly home in the heat, pair of tropical birds delight the region

First a wild flamingo showed up on Cape Cod. Over the weekend, a second tropical bird was spotted on Carson Beach in Boston.

Vineyard Wind says ‘significant part’ of damaged turbine blade detached Thursday morning

The wind turbine was damaged Saturday evening and large amounts of fiberglass debris washed onto Nantucket’s southern beaches in the following days, prompting town officials to close the beaches.

Sports

Patriots positional preview: Tight ends

Patriots tight end preview: With departures, this figures to be the Hunter Henry Show

The 29-year-old (42 catches, 419 yards, 6 touchdowns last year) figures to get the bulk of the work at tight end.
NBA

Magic co-founder Pat Williams, who helped bring team to Orlando, dies at 84

Williams started his NBA career as business manager of the 76ers in 1968, then had stints as general manager of the Bulls, the Hawks and the 76ers — helping the franchise win a title in 1983.
mlb draft 2024

Meet the newest Red Sox prospects selected in the 2024 MLB Draft

Boston wrapped up its amateur draft by selecting the son of one of the most iconic players in franchise history.
NBA Summer League

Celtics rally in fourth quarter to defeat Hornets in Summer League action
Patriots

Here’s our early projection of the Patriots’ 53-man roster
Patriots

Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones is making hits on the football field and in the music studio

Business

Nantucket residents lash out at turbine manufacturer, Vineyard Wind after debris from damaged blade litters beaches

At a Nantucket select board meeting Wednesday evening, project developer Vineyard Wind said more debris is falling into the ocean from the damaged blade and the remaining piece of the blade could soon plummet.

80-year-old L.L. Bean staple finds a new audience as a trendy bag

The simple, sturdy canvas bag called the Boat and Tote is having an extended moment thanks to a social media trend in which they're monogrammed with ironic or flashy phrases.

Senators Markey, Sanders seek subpoena for Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre

More Americans apply for jobless benefits as layoffs settle at higher levels in recent weeks
magazine
PERSPECTIVE

The guilt of the never-good-enough mother
MISS CONDUCT

Is it OK these days to ask who one intends to vote for?

Best of the Best

9 best craft breweries and taprooms to visit in Greater Boston
Cooking

Instant Pot comes to the rescue when it’s too hot to cook

metro

Judge in Karen Read case indefinitely extends impoundment order on release of jury list; cites juror fears for safety

Two Rise of the Moors members sentenced for roles in 2021 highway standoff

Nantucket residents lash out at turbine manufacturer, Vineyard Wind after debris from damaged blade litters beaches

sports

Cavan Sullivan’s debut at 14, Tai Baribo’s hat trick the highlights as Union blast Revolution back to the cellar

Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA single-game record with 19 assists in road loss for her Indiana Fever

Brad Stevens on the composition of Celtics roster, team’s sale, and player participation at the Olympics

business

The magic number to afford a home in Boston? $217,000 in annual income.

What consumers should know about the FTC’s upcoming lawsuit against CVS over how it negotiates drug prices

Is NPR having an existential crisis?

politics

Trump to speak at RNC; Biden faces renewed pressure

Donald Trump supporters are sporting fake ear bandages at the RNC. See photos.

What would it take to deport millions of immigrants? The GOP plan, explained.

Nation

Vaccines significantly reduce the risk of long COVID, study finds

Hundreds attend vigil for man killed at Trump rally in Pennsylvania before visitation Thursday

Alabama set to execute man for fatal shooting of a delivery driver during a 1998 robbery attempt

World

American who made social media threats against Taylor Swift detained ahead of German concert

Closing arguments in journalist Evan Gershkovich’s espionage trial in Russia will be Friday

Far-right Israeli minister visits sensitive Jerusalem holy site, a threat to Gaza cease-fire talks

opinion

Trump isn’t a fascist. He’s a Caesarist.

A dangerous decision by an erratic judge

End the Bay State’s war on happy hour

lifestyle

80-year-old L.L. Bean staple finds a new audience as a trendy bag

I’m married to two people

Jaylen Brown spotted at NBA Summer League game with Angel Reese and Kysre Gondrezick

food & dining

The Mahaniyom team opens Brookline cocktail bar Merai; Amba serves Mediterranean plates in Cambridge

René Redzepi on the lessons he learned from Anthony Bourdain and why we don’t need to eat lobster all year long

Massachusetts poised to invest $10 million in development of meat and milk alternatives

travel

Greg Hildreth on the ‘Queen of Versailles,’ cacti, and that old Grey Poupon gag

Tomato tasting, coaster thrills, and a handy phone gadget

A booking error leads to a nonrefundable hotel room, or does it?

Arts

‘It was like being in a very exciting film’: Paul McCartney describes being at the center of Beatlemania

Beau McCall, a.k.a. The Button Man, blurs the lines between art, fashion, and craft

The Trump photo: clenching a fist, clinching an election?

Books

Local bestsellers for the week ended July 14

Dan Collins, 80, author who rejected view of Giuliani as a 9/11 hero, dies

Author readings around Boston through July 27

Movies

Amy Adams films new movie ‘At the Sea’ in Plymouth and Marshfield, leaving fans star-struck

Not necessarily the ‘best.’ Not all his ‘favorite.’ These are the Globe film critic’s top 10 most-watched movies of all time.

‘Twisters’: The answer is blowin’ in the wind

Television

René Redzepi on the lessons he learned from Anthony Bourdain and why we don’t need to eat lobster all year long

2024 Emmy Awards: From Ayo Edebiri to Tom Brady’s roast, see the full list of nominees

One city, two murders, a very different time: Natalie Portman talks ‘Lady in the Lake’

music

When composers and scientists join forces, it’s alchemy for the ears

At the inaugural Home Alone Fest, Boston artists aim to pack the house

Conan O’Brien says playing the Newport Folk Festival is a ‘dream gig’

Theater/Dance

Bugs take the limelight when Cirque du Soleil’s ‘OVO’ returns to Boston

The power of ‘Hoops’

Eight enticing dance events to enjoy before fall

Health

What consumers should know about the FTC’s upcoming lawsuit against CVS over how it negotiates drug prices

What’s next for Roger Williams Medical Center? CEO warns Boston University could terminate affiliation, court docs show.

Fatal overdoses drop in R.I. for the first time in five years

Obituaries

Kathy Willens, pathbreaking photographer who captured sports and more, dies at 74

Dan Collins, 80, author who rejected view of Giuliani as a 9/11 hero, dies

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of Kobe, dies at 69