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25 Most Stylish Bostonians of '13
Artists, entrepreneurs, an activist, and an actress all made the Globe's eighth annual list of tastemakers.
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Spotted in Boston
Capturing the faces and places that make up Boston's vibrant nightlife scene.
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Dinner With Cupid
Want to enjoy a meal and maybe meet the man or woman of your dreams? Let the Globe Magazine play matchmaker. Hey, we'll even pick up the tab.
Blogs
Todd English on Olives: It will reopen at a "new and shiny location"
Todd English releases a statement on Olives' closure.
Today's column
... is online here. The first LW is worried, believe it or not, about how to wish a temperamental friend "happy birthday." My advice, in...
Review: Trillium Sunshower
Since 1986, Boston proper has been home to only three breweries. Harpoon Brewery is still on the South Boston waterfront and Samuel Adams has a...
Restaurant critic Devra First on dining out in Greater Boston, June 18 at noon
Are you hungry and looking for new dining-out options in the Boston area? Curious about what's happening with your old favorite restaurants? Chat with Boston...
Summer Fit Starts
I overheard a couple speaking in a coffee shop the other day and the topic was fitness. In particular it was about trying a new...
We need more time off
Former letter writers: I'd love to run some updates on the 4th. Please let us know how you're doing and whether we were helpful. Email...
Banana Republic, Ann Taylor favored among cheating wives
AshleyMadison.com, a website for folks looking to divulge an extramarital affair and a subsequent resource for a wealth of data on married people who...
Ted Baker sale on now
Ted Baker now has men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories marked down up to 50 percent. Maxi dresses that were $375 are now $225;...
The Week in Ideas 7/1
Which is the real Korea?: Sheila Miyoshi Jager on the dramatic differences between North and South Korea and how those differences help us understand...
On this tour, you'll walk for wine
Nine of us are seated at high bar tables in a corner nook of Gaslight Brasserie du Coin in Boston's South End, paying attention as...
Dad has unrealistic expectations about a toddler's visit
[This letter has been edited. Ed.] Dear Barbara, I wanted your advice in a situation...
Beach and Below: Exploring Spectacle Island, Boston, Wednesdays beginning July 10
Patricia Harris for The Boston GlobeVisitors enjoy the view as they walk the trails at Spectacle Island. Here's a chance to explore our local coastline...
HHS issues final regulation on contraceptive coverage allowing exemptions for religious groups
The Obama administration on Friday released its final rule determining contraceptive coverage under the federal health care law; religious o ...
July/August 2013 cover!
Trent Bell Memories of summers past inspired the cover story for our July/August issue (in homes and online next week), a whimsical quartet of cabins...
The stark drama Nature tells
Two teams from the Massachusetts-based Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences are on Arctic expeditions this summer to study declining shorebird populations. Many threatened shorebird species,...
Harbor Links Gardens
By Carol Stocker The Old Northern Avenue Bridge, an important pedestrian link between the Rose Kennedy Greenway and the Seaport District, has been spruced...
14 to-dos to make the most of summer
Making a summer want-to-do list -- like one that involves hammocks -- is a great way to be sure you make time for everything you want to do before the season slips by.
Six craft beers for summer
The summer solstice officially came and went, ushering in the season of Banana Boat and beach chairs. Readers are always asking for new seasonal suggestions, so here's a six-pack of summer beers that goes beyond ales with a hint of lemon.
15 awesome canned craft beers
Canned craft beers are having a moment and after scouring the competition, we’ve put together a list of the 15 best selections available in Boston.
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Food/Restaurants
The best frozen desserts for less than 125 calories
Not all single serving frozen novelties are low in calories or heart-healthy, so which are the healthier novelties to buy and enjoy? Here’s a sampling of CSPI’s better picks, which are featured in the June issue of their Nutrition Action Healthletter.
Dishing
Paul Wahlberg's orecchiette with sausage and greens
The Alma Nova owner and chef's specialty dish of orecchiette with crumbled pork sausages and greens can easily become one of yours too.
Cookout companions: Summer-inspired sides
No feast would be complete with some stellar side dishes. Here are some of our favorite warm weather friendly dinnertime accompaniments, perfect for your next backyard barbecue or picnic!
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Relationships/Weddings
After the Altar: Alicia & Kasim
We highlight a married couple who will bravely share their challenges, triumphs, and secrets to wedded bliss. Boston.com, meet Alicia and Kasim who wed two years ago.
When should a couple's parents meet?
So, when should an engaged couple's parents meet? Would it be too late to make the introduction at the wedding? Is it rare for parents to not meet before the wedding?
Would you take the plunge in a $129 wedding dress?
The big box retailer launched a new collection of bridal and custom bridesmaid dresses at easy-to-stomach prices under the label TEVOLIO.
Wedding do or don't?: Including your furry friend
While it can be a little tricky to incorporate dogs into the wedding itself, our Blissfully Inspired bloggers found the perfect moment to include man's best friend on your special day.
Fashion/Style
'Bling Ring' star Katie Chang on sharing the spotlight and breaking into Elton John's house
The Chicago-bred newcomer and star of Sofia Coppola's latest flick stopped in Boston at end of her press tour and chatted with us about her high fashion-focused film debut.
Massachusetts-based fashion startups
Some local startups are handing almost everything but the needle and thread over to shoppers by giving them more customizable products, some are gearing up to save the world, and others are coming up with little tricks to make life easier. Take a look at the next generation of Massachusetts-based fashion startups.
Fashion world applauds de la Renta and Clinton
The big winners at the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards on Monday night were designers Proenza Schouler, Thom Browne, and Phillip Lim, but the crowd seemed to have the most love for Hillary Rodham Clinton who presented the night's Founder’s Award to Oscar de la Renta.
House & Home
How to make any small room seem bigger
Get more from a small space by fooling the eye, maximizing its use and taking advantage of space-saving furniture.
Build your own wooden deck chair -- for $10!
The days of old iron patio furniture are behind us. We're all about going green and reclaiming materials for new purposes! If you've got access to pallet wood and basic power tools (and the skills to use them), this project shouldn't take longer than an afternoon.
A beginner's guide to antiques
If you've been considering adding an antique piece or two to your home but are not sure where to begin, this mini guide covers the basics, from what makes an antique an antique to how to spot a great piece.
A Boston kitchen and bath go from dreary to darling
See how a $25,000 renovation budget gave 2 outdated spaces in a small city apartment a brand-new look.
Steep your rental in color -- without painting the walls
Even if your landlord has a strict no-painting policy, or you know you will be moving before long, you can still have a home that is vibrantly colorful. Check out these ideas and inspiration to fill every room in your home with rental-friendly color.
Health & Wellness
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How many times a year should we see the dentist?
The thought of finding a cavity is chilling, and the drilling sound makes us cringe. How often do we really have to endure?
Your brain on yoga
Exercise has long been hailed as an elixir for the brain, to boost your mood, improve learning, and ward off memory loss. But new study suggests that yoga provides a bigger mental boost than running.
Weekly challenge: sanitize your handbag
File it high on the list of yuck factors: Purses -- especially their handles -- have up 10 times the level of germs than the average toilet seat. What to do.
Dog days of summer
How does your dog like to cool off in the summer?
L. Westgate from Middleboro, writes "Finnegan loves chillin on the raft."
Would you hire a pet psychic?
kargiver writes, "I'd never even consider that. First of all, they can say anything! What's your pet gonna do, correct them?"