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Francis takes in Syrian refugees after Greek trip

This handout picture released by the Vatican press office shows Pope Francis (R) meeting with migrants and refugees during a visit at Moria refugee camp near the port of Mytilene in the Greek island of Lesbos. Pope Francis on Saturday told despairing migrants trapped on the Greek island of Lesbos they were — AFP/Getty Images

The pope brought the 12 refugees back to Italy aboard his plane after a trip to a Greek island that is ground-zero in the crisis.

Two motorcyclists are arrested after chase in Newburyport

The two cyclists were part of a group of riders that police attempted to stop for speeding Friday evening.

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LGBT rights debate was the loser in showdown at Baker speech

Baker and LGBT advocates share blame for lost opportunity to better understand each other on the public accommodations bill.

Campaign 2016

Sanders gave 4 percent of income to charity in 2014

Bernie Sanders released his full 2014 federal tax return Friday.

The moment of the bombings, three years later

Some stopped for pictures or a selfie where the bombs went off, three years ago, near the end of the world?s most prestigious road race. Others lingered.

Wellesley 11-year-olds Christian Mattaliano, left, Marc Maggiacomo, center, and David Maggiacomo, right. — Laurie Mattaliano

In Wellesley, it?s curtains for three dancing Trumps

A fifth-grade dance act featuring the face of Donald Trump was silenced so as not to offend anyone.

Revenue at Plainridge Park Casino flat in March

An infusion of promotional free play failed to boost the fortunes of the casino.

03/26/2016 NATICK Philip Posa (cq), (right) a runner with the Alzheimer Association's Boston Marathon team, is greeted by his wife Michele Posa (cq) at a water station while running along West Central Street in Natick during the team's charity run. (Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe) — Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe

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He?s running to end Alzheimer?s, but fighting it as well

Philip Posa is the first Alzheimer?s Association Boston Marathon team runner to also have symptoms of the disease.

ALEX SPEIER

These three pitches explain the value of Christian Vazquez?s framing artistry

In his season debut for the Sox, the catcher?s framing ability resulted in three strikeouts in full-count situations.

NICK CAFARDO | SUNDAY BASEBALL NOTES

So what are the Red Sox? options with Pablo Sandoval now?

The disabled list stint gives the Red Sox more time to figure out what to do with their high-priced backup.

Surprise! Louis C.K.?s ?Horace and Pete? is done

The latest example of how the comedian ran his web-only show differently from those on TV.

10 ways to enjoy spring in Boston

We?ll celebrate the new season every chance we can. Here are some ideas for where to go to enjoy sweet springtime.

Dining Out reviews

Where should you eat this week?

Check out the Globe?s reviews of dozens of Boston-area restaurants.

John Kasich addresses a town hall meeting in Savage, Md., on April 13.

MICHAEL A. COHEN

Why is John Kasich still running for president?

All he?s selling is the fact that he?s not as antagonistic and bombastic as Donald Trump or Ted Cruz.

Celtics at Hawks, Saturday, 7 p.m.

Previewing the NBA playoff matchups

The Warriors are the clear favorites, but beware of the Cavaliers.

Opinion & Ideas

EDITORIAL

Baker boos don?t help the cause of transgender rights

The Boston Globe editorial board backs the Transgender Public Accommodation Bill, but not the booing of Governor Charlie Baker.

Ground Game

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Biggest moments in the 9 Democratic debates

The matchup between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders in Brooklyn Thursday night may well have been their final one.

The Big Picture

Return to Palmyra

Syrians returned to the destroyed city of Palmyra this week after being forced to flee almost a year ago during intense fighting.

Life sciences

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So far, just one major statewide business group, the Associated Industries of Massachusetts, has decided to oppose the measure.

Mass. businesses laissez-faire on marijuana legalization

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One artist?s two worlds

Tom Brady sent a message to Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel.

Why did Tom Brady send a message to a soccer goalkeeper?

17wepatriot- The 1775 engraving ÒThe Battle of LexingtonÓ by Amos Doolittle in which Rev. Jonas ClarkeÕs meetinghouse is visible. (Lexington Historical Society)

Lexington?s patriot parson helped start a revolution

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Kevin Hart will go for a run with you

The Pumphouse, a giant indoor water park, under construction at Jay Peak.

Senator Leahy says visa program endangered without overhaul

Charges sought against owner who abandoned puppy in Littleton

Elizabeth Warren calls out JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon

A moment of silence was held at the site of the first blast on Boylston Street.

Boston observes moment of silence to mark bombings

In this image taken from video provided by KTTV-TV/Foxla.com, animal control officers and a police officer stand watch over a mountain lion that has been tranquilized.

Mountain lion dashes from Los Angeles school to backyard

A volunteer at a One Sandwich at a Time event in New York.

Feeding Boston?s homeless, one sandwich at a time

Rendering of Harvard University's proposed Science and Engineering Complex South Courtyard, in Allston, looking Northwest. November 2015 report released 4-16. Business 14Harvard

BRA approves Harvard?s Allston science complex

Sports

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Boston, MA - 04/15/16 - (1st inning) Boston Red Sox first baseman Hanley Ramirez (13) beats the throw home to score on a 2 RBI double by Boston Red Sox third baseman Travis Shaw (47), not pictured, during the first inning. The Boston Red Sox take on the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 1 of a four game series at Fenway Park. - (Barry Chin/Globe Staff), Section: Sports, Reporter: Peter Abraham, Topic: 16Red Sox-Blue Jays, LOID: 8.2.2622129175.

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Red Sox hit the ground running against the Blue Jays

Boston starter Rick Porcello pitched effectively into the seventh inning as the Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays, 5-3.

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01/20/16: Methuen, MA: Bomb threats at more schools in the area today, including at Methuen High School. Outside of the Timony Grammar School, backpacks belonging to high school students were on the ground. The high school students were evacuated to the nearby Tenney and Timony Grammar Schools and they left their backpacks outside. Two signs on the door of the Timony Grammar School read ''WE ARE IN A PERIMETER LOCKDOWN NO ONE CAN ENTER OR LEAVE THE BUILDING

Why police haven?t found culprits in school robocalls

Dozens of schools throughout the state have received hoax bomb threats in a series of robocalls.

Politics

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In this photo taken April 13, 2016, House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis. pauses during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington. Ryan said Thursday, April 14, 2016, that the whole world is watching American politics and he can understand how Middle East allies would be rattled by Republican front-runner Donald Trump?s controversial comments. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

House Republicans miss budget deadline amid caucus divisions

House Republicans departed Washington on Friday without passing their long-stalled budget despite the embarrassment for the party and new House Speaker Paul Ryan.