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Patrick seeks $5m boost in mental health spending

The proposal stems from a series of mass shootings where the suspects are believed to have been mentally ill.

NRA ad calls Obama ‘elitist hypocrite’

The White House called the ad “repugnant and cowardly” after the gun rights group slammed the president for having armed agents protect his daughters at school.

Actress Marion Cotillard, from the film

Marion Cotillard is Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year

The French actress, who won an Oscar in 2008 for her performance in “La Vie En Rose,” will be honored by the Harvard group.

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Opinion | scot lehigh

In flu season, please don’t shake my hand

Flu season is a dreadful time of year, and yet it has a silver lining: It’s the only time when it’s socially acceptable to refuse a handshake.

At Northeastern University’s dining hall, there’s a wide array of gluten-free offerings for students.

Colleges must now serve up gluten-free fare

Schools have to cater to students’ sophisticated palate while ensuring that those with dietary restrictions have healthy and appetizing options, too.

Doctors contacted by the Globe didn’t fault the Patriots’ decision to play Rob Gronkowski, who broke his arm again.

Doctors call Rob Gronkowski’s injury bad luck

Sports medicine experts didn’t fault the Patriots’ decision to play the tight end, who broke his forearm last game and is out for the remainder of the playoffs.

Terry Francona with Theo Epstein in their last title year.

Image drove Red Sox owners, Terry Francona laments

In his new book, the ex-manager claims Sox owners wanted “sexy” players to boost the declining team’s waning TV ratings in 2010.

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A giant tank in the North End collapsed and sent a wave of molasses through the streets of Boston, killing 21 people.

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US Attorney Carmen Ortiz maintained her silence on the Aaron Swartz case and declined to comment on the posts by her husband, who could not be reached.

US attorney’s husband stirs Twitter storm on Swartz case

Dan Shaughnessy

Ravens not afraid of the Patriots
Stephen Crosby, chairman of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, talked to the media after the application deadline on Tuesday.

At deadline, Boston area gets 3d casino suitor
Senator John Kerry’s 2012 financial disclosure statement details some of the investments that could be seen as problematic if, as expected, he is confirmed as secretary of state.

Kerry faces scrutiny over extensive investments
The Charles Hotel is ready for Chinese guests, general manager Alex Attia says — including with a new website based in China.

Mass. puts out welcome mat for Chinese tourists
New judges (from left) Mariah Carey, Keith Urban, and Nicki Minaj, with returning veteran Randy Jackson.

New judges could bring sizzle to aging ‘American Idol’
At Bricco Restaurante in the North End, a branzino is center among the dishes in the wood-burning oven.

Wood-burning ovens take on new life
At Northeastern University’s dining hall, there’s a wide array of gluten-free offerings for students.

Colleges must now serve up gluten-free fare
Renovations at 700 facilities, including MCI-Shirley, are meant to help the state reach energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction goals set in 2007 by Governor Patrick.

Mass. pushes to cut energy use
Aaron Swartz recently spoke out against antipiracy legislation that many supporters thought would censor the Internet.

Kevin Cullen

On humanity, a big failure in Swartz case
Maureen Feeney first became city clerk in late 2011, after resigning from the City Council to take the post. Her reelection last week extends her tenure to at least 2016.

City clerk’s early reelection was surprise
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler were hosts of the Golden Globes.

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Fey, Poehler give Boston constructive criticism

Sports

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ON FOOTBALL | Midweek Report

Shane Vereen spins past Danieal Manning on a 25-yard run in his breakout game Sunday

Ivan Fears key in surge of Patriots running backs

The running backs coach has done an amazing job getting his charges with little experience to play like veterans.

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In 2009, Bishop M. Thomas Shaw permitted priests in Eastern Massachusetts to officiate at same-sex weddings.

Episcopal Church bishop will retire in 2014

Bishop M. Thomas Shaw of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts will retire sometime after the fall of 2014.

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Opinion | scot lehigh

Quaking about shaking

lawrence harmon

Newton needs a police chief from outside system

Adrian Walker

Questioning the price of solitary confinement

JOANNA WEISS

I want to thank everybody I’ve ever met

Dan Shaughnessy

Ravens not afraid of the Patriots
Aaron Swartz recently spoke out against antipiracy legislation that many supporters thought would censor the Internet.

Kevin Cullen

On humanity, a big failure in Swartz case

Adrian Walker

Test time for Boston schools panel

JULIETTE KAYYEM

Chuck Hagel will too set policy
Rob Gronkowski’s season ended when the big tight end broke his forearm on this play.

Christopher L. Gasper

Rob Gronkowski’s loss leaves giant hole

JAMES CARROLL

Vietnam haunts nominations

Tech Lab Plus

Window cleaning robot was a hit at CES

Yvonne Abraham

As Mass. open seats loom, political fever infects all

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Ken Salazar has run the Interior Department throughout President Barack Obama’s first term.

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar leaving post

Salazar will leave the Obama administration in March, an official said Wednesday.

Politics

President Obama’s announcement will set off a fierce confrontation with Congress over an issue that has riven American society for decades.

Obama to seek background checks, assault weapon ban

President Obama will formally announce the most aggressive and expansive national gun-control agenda in generations Wednesday.

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Eric Rosengren has been an outspoken proponent of the Fed’s policy of buying up bonds and keeping short-term interest rates near zero percent, so long as inflation remains below the target 2 percent rate.

Chief of Boston Fed optimistic on jobs

Eric S. Rosengren said unemployment could drop to 6.5 percent by the end of the year if the government can avoid severe spending cuts.

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Book Review

Karen Bender.

‘A Town of Empty Rooms’ by Karen E. Bender

Bender’s novel deftly depicts the marital strains of betrayal, dislocation, and the grief that comes with losing loved ones.

Food & dining

Glass cases filled with Italian, French, and Spanish cheeses and deli meats

An Italian market worth the drive

A ride up Interstate 93 to Tuscan Market in Salem, N.H. yields flavorful, crusty loaves, and other Italian specialties.

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The cover for the January 13 2013 issue

Alfresco fabulous
The cover for the January 6 2013 issue

Best Boston Globe photos of the year, 2012
The cover for the December 23 2012 issue

Bostonians of the Year: Raisman and Harrison

The cover for the December 16 2012 issue

Best of the New: Diversions

Opinion

“Take advantage of the opportunity flu season presents. Assert your right not to shake hands.”

Scot Lehigh 

Ideas

“In places like Boston, boardinghouses were a key part of how 19th-century cities grew…and as Americans flock back into cities, they may offer some insights into where we’re going.”

Ruth Graham on the heyday of boardinghouses 

“They don’t love the game. It’s still more of a toy or a hobby for them. It’s not their blood.”

Terry Francona,  on the Red Sox ownership group