Marathon victim payout method faulted

The Massachusetts Bar Association called on Attorney General Martha Coakley to intervene in the awarding of One Fund compensation.

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Egypt’s interim leader sworn in

The chief justice of Egypt’s supreme court was sworn in Thursday, hours after the military ousted the country’s president.

Brad Stevens has been the head coach at Butler University for six seasons.

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Celtics’ hire of Brad Stevens a great one

In basketball circles, the coach from Butler University is considered one of the bright young minds in the game.

Law enforcement officials were a visible presence near the Hatch Shell today as the city took extra precautions for the Fourth of July celebration.

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Law enforcement officials were a visible presence near the Hatch Shell today as the city took extra precautions for the Fourth of July celebration.

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David Donnaruma of Orlando went through an Esplanade checkpoint.

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Crowds formed along the Esplanade this morning.

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Volunteers placed wristbands on people who went through security.

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A visitor carrying a see-through bag went through security.

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Divers inspected the canal along the Esplanade this morning.

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A man was frisked at security.

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A heat advisory is in effect for today, with temperatures that feel like 100 degrees expected.

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A man passed the security checkpoint at the Esplanade.

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Liz Ramirez and Adie Ramirez, 11, of Pennsylvania, visited the Esplanade.

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Crowds formed early at the Esplanade.

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Debbie Schinker of Stow, Ohio, came last night to ensure she'd get a spot on the Esplanade.

Amid security, Fourth of July revelers arrive on Esplanade

Braving sizzling heat and tightened security, people flocked to the Esplanade to stake their positions for the Fourth of July festivities tonight.

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View the traffic and parking plan for visitors, and see what you can and can’t bring to the celebration.

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Fourth of July in Boston

Globe coverage of Independence Day in the Hub.

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NICHOLAS BURNS

//c.o0bg.com/rf/image_90x90/Boston/2011-2020/2013/07/04/BostonGlobe.com/EditorialOpinion/Images/nburns-1289.jpg Celebrate our commitment to liberty

In our time, the battle for liberty in the United States means extending full equality to African-Americans, women, and the gay and lesbian community.

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Jonny Gomes made like a fullback as he barrelled through a bunch of teammates after his dramatic home run.

Gomes gives Red Sox a walkoff

Jonny Gomes ended a tense battle between the Red Sox and Padres with a game-winning home run in the 9th inning.

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Book Review

Allen C. Guelzo’s account is a worthwhile part of any Civil War collection.

‘Gettysburg’ by Allen C. Guelzo

Parallel images and rich details enliven Guelzo’s masterful account of the battle to which spirited men were unwittingly headed — fought out over three days.

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Fourth of July fun, with the family

In and around Boston, you’ll find kid-friendly events beyond the Esplanade celebrations, from scavenger hunts to vintage baseball games.