New report slams Mass. on correction reform
Despite steeply declining violent crime rates, the percentage of residents behind bars has tripled since the early 1980s, according to a bipartisan study.
Mayoral run by Thomas Menino still uncertain
The truth, according to staffers and friends, is that Menino is struggling with the decision about whether to run for a sixth term.
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Babson picks Kerry Healey as first female president
The former Massachusetts lieutenant governor was named the next president of Babson College on Sunday night.
A sense of urgency on Gardner Museum art recovery
Those dedicated to the recovery of the stolen art worry that if the priceless artworks aren’t found now they could be lost forever.
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Long-term joblessness hits older workers hard
The number of people 45 and older who have been jobless for more than a year has quadrupled since 2007.
Same-sex marriage debate goes to high court tomorrow
The legal battle, which began in Mass. more than a decade ago, arrives at the Supreme Court with two cases that could reshape the debate.
Video gaming slowly becoming a pro sport
Backers believe competitive video gaming is about to go mainstream, alongside NASCAR and professional fishing.
Space station to aid Bedford firm’s drug research
Emerald BioSystems is part of a team using the low-gravity atmosphere of the International Space Station to develop a better understanding of proteins.
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Sports
Fla. Gulf Coast 81, San Diego St. 71
FGCU the first No. 15 seed in Sweet 16
Florida Gulf Coast University danced its way into the Sweet 16 by bouncing seventh-seeded San Diego State, 81-71.
Metro
Cardinal O’Malley ‘happy to be back’ in Boston
A relaxed and relieved Cardinal Sean O’Malley returned to his church in Boston on Sunday to begin Holy Week.
Columnists
Nation & World
John Kerry wants Iraq to block Iran arms aid to Syria
The secretary of state prodded Baghdad to stop shipments of Iranian arms to Syria through Iraqi airspace.
Politics
NRA, Michael Bloomberg clash on gun controls
The NRA vowed to counter the $12 million advertising push by the New York mayor for stricter gun controls.
Business
US looks to recruit student hackers
The Department of Homeland Security needs hackers, but potential recruits too often have been heading for business.
Arts
Music Review
Jonathan Biss reveals Schumann’s influence
The pianist approaches the music of Robert Schumann as, literally, a multimedia project.
Health and wellness
Daily Dose
Should you skip surgery for torn knee tissue?
For those considering surgery to fix their knee pain, a new study suggests that they may want to hold off for a bit.
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Editorial Event | April 17
Video tips with Dina Rudick
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