Why '99 was the best movie year

The years 1939 and 1999 were great, but which was best? Wesley Morris says '99.

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Royal uprising thwarted

The Sox spotted themselves a nine-run lead but still managed to make beating the Royals a challenge.

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Laid off, not laid out

Area nonprofits say they've seen a surge of new volunteers, many of whom have recently been laid off.

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An all new Bentley, left, debuts next month, while Ford readies its electric Focus for next year.

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Vagary and history

This 19th century Falmouth farmhouse was once a stop on the Underground Railroad.

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Check out pictures of animals and nature from around the world, like this baby sea lion.

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Is there a witch downtown? Give us your take in this week's cartoon caption contest!

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Young drivers don't
share love of cars

Her father collects Cadillacs, but Michelle Gildea is more interested in her BlackBerry. Carmakers see the youth market declining. (Boston Globe)

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Beach sand is home to
a multitude of creatures

Worms with mouths full of pinchers, antennaed crabs, and mites with robust armor are among millions of creatures in the sand. (Boston Globe)

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• Jacoby: Lawmakers, read the bills before you vote
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• Editorial: Clause for concern

• Articles of Faith: Of women, the pope, and veils
• Boston EMS chief brings global view to FEMA post
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Doctor, give me the news

Dr. Timothy Johnson has had a busy year, giving his viewers medical information as varied as healthcare policy and Michael Jackson's death, just as he's done for 30 years.

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A variety of pizza pies

We went on an extended pizza crawl to pinpoint some of the best pizza in Boston. The following establishments are worth their sauce.

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