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Officials: Smoke filled the cabin of Dreamliner in Logan fire — minutes after passengers had disembarked
A fire that began in a battery in the underbelly of a Japan Airlines Boeing 787 jetliner at Logan International Airport this morning filled the plane’s cabin with heavy smoke just minutes after passengers had disembarked, Massport officials said today. Flight 8 arrived from Tokyo at about 10:15 a.m. carrying 173 passengers and 11 crew members, Massport aviation director Edward Freni said. After passengers left the plane through the jetbridge, at about 10:30 a.m., airline mechanics reported smoke.
AG Martha Coakley fines National Grid for pay delays
With hundreds of National Grid employees still unpaid for work performed during Hurricane Sandy because of payroll system glitches, attorney general Martha Coakley on Monday fined the utility $270,000. She called on National Grid to “resolve this matter immediately” or risk more fines. National Grid began using a new payroll system shortly before Sandy hit the region in late October., leaving the company little time to fix any glitches before it had to handle the complex pay and overtime issues created by the massive storm.
Wellesley considers requiring iPads for all 5th graders
By Evan Allen, Town Correspondent iPads could soon be required tools for all fifth grade students in the Wellesley Public Schools, if the districts decides...
Senate turbulence prompts questions about pensions, candidates, confirmation dates
No sooner had former Representative Barney Frank publicly declared his interest in any interim appointment to replace Senator John Kerry than members of the public began asking if it wasn’t really just some secret gambit to boost his congressional pension. The short answer is, no. Frank has told former colleagues that he never paid into the congressional pension system, meaning he will have to rely on personal funds, Social Security payments, and any 401(k) savings he accumulated for his retirement.
Weekly challenge: 5 steps for sticking to your new year’s resolution to exercise
Regular gym members know to expect the flood of new arrivals in January, with longer waits for the cross trainers and overfilled gym classes ...
Christopher Plummer, dismayed at theater tickets’ steep cost
It’s nothing new to hear audiences complain about the high price of theater tickets, as well they should. But it gets your attention when a performer like Christopher Plummer, who has devoted so much of his career to the stage, weighs in on the issue, suggesting that the lack of affordable tickets is inhibiting attempts to broaden the audience for theater.
Official White House photographer Pete Souza shares The Year in Photographs 2012
(Photo by Pete Souza) Pete Souza, the official White House photographer, uploaded The Year in Photos 2012 to the White House Flickr account. The...
This award-winning picture blog tells news and feature stories through photographs -- really big photographs.
Yale doctors: ‘Bystander effect’ in medicine hinders patient care
In a perspective piece in the New England Journal of Medicine this week, two Yale doctors recount a case in which they observed “the bystand ...
Rex Ryan's tattoo features wife in Mark Sanchez jersey
By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff Can things get any weirder for Jets coach Rex Ryan?...
Science in Mind
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New approach identifies sidekick drug to help antibiotics defeat infections
Researchers from Boston University have developed a new approach to attack bacterial infections, by making them more susceptible to traditional antibiotics. The novel technique could allow scientists to identify sidekick drugs that spur bacteria to increase their production of compounds that damage their own DNA, thus making it easier for conventional therapies to deal the fatal blow. The strategy, described Sunday in the journal Nature Biotechnology, could offer an approach to fight resistant infections, which has become a national priority.( 01/06/2013 1:00 PM )
Tunisian young people insist that recent violence does not reflect the values that launched the Arab Spring
Protests broke out in Tunisia last week in response...
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Too bad Zipcar isn't taking over Avis
By Dante Ramos If Zipcar were buying Avis, instead of the other way around, the Cambridge-based car-sharing company's fans would be happier today than they...
Music that literally melts
Some years ago Outkast rapped, "What's cooler than being cool? Ice cold!" To ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 01/05/13, 10:41 AM)
Some years ago Outkast rapped, "What's cooler than being cool? Ice cold!" To ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 01/05/13, 10:41 AM)
Hall of Fame results are due Wednesday
By Peter Abraham, Globe Staff The Hall of Fame voting results will be announced on Wednesday at 2 p.m. on MLB Network and the BBWAA......
Texans' Arian Foster uses Dan Shaughnessy column for Twitter avatar
By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff Looks like we can't count Houston Texans running back Arian Foster among those athletes who claim they don't read what's...
Celtics waive Joseph, Varnado
By Gary Washburn, Globe Staff NEW YORK -- The Celtics had until 5 p.m. Monday to waive the two players they carried with nonguaranteed contracts,...
Bruins back on the ice
By Fluto Shinzawa, Globe Staff With the NHL and NHLPA having struck a preliminary agreement, players have ramped up their on-ice workouts in preparation for...
Return of Bruins gives new excitement to Boston sports scene
The lockout came at a particularly unfortunate time for the Bruins, who are built to contend now and also have long-term success.
Fascinating subject
wants to know what the fascination with Mike Napoli is?...
Nets jersey was never a good fit
The New Jersey Nets will play their final game in the Garden State on Monday evening when they conclude a typical Netsian season by playing the Philadelphia 76ers. Next season they will do what they should have done 35 years ago --- play their home games somewhere else, in this case, Brooklyn.
Turn Up the V
Top 10 little known facts about Bobby Valentine's new radio show....
Texans-Patriots won't be tough to watch
By Chad Finn, Boston.com Columnist I wouldn't go so far as to suggest it's the best weekend of the sports year -- that designation is...
Hockey is back; Tip your bartenders
Hockey. For the love of God, hockey. No disrespect to the Celtics, Patriots, or the marketing machine over on Yawkey Way, but was there any...
Sully's Court: Bryant, Gonzaga on the rise
By Joe Sullivan, Globe Staff The college basketball Monday morning report but even I’ll be watching football night and I have a serious rooting interest....
Scituate's Kelly Martin scores 1,000th career point
Scituate senior point guard Kelly Martin reached a milestone on Friday night at Quincy.
Revolution home opener scheduled
Some details of the 2013 Revolution schedule have been released.
NHMS's `miracle baby' makes Magic Mile debut
By Michael Vega, Globe Staff LOUDON, N.H. --- Katie Ann Hebert, the baby that was delivered in the parking lot of New Hampshire Motor Speedway,...
Defending champions to return for 2013 Boston Marathon
Wesley Korir and Sharon Cherop will attempt to defend their Boston Marathon titles in 2013, the race sponsor, John Hancock Financial, announced on Tuesday.
New England's Paralympians
Take a look at New Englanders who are competing in the
Europe wins Ryder Cup
MEDINAH, Ill. -- In stunning fashion, Europe retained the Ryder Cup Sunday, winning 8.5 singles points to give Jose Maria Olazabal a most improbable victory,...
The best sports photography of the week
Garnett most valuable Celtic, others lagging behind
According to Adjusted Plus-Minus, Kevin Garnett has played the best basketball for the Celtics this year. His supporting cast is another story...
Matt Damon talks about his ‘mankini’
says the green Speedo he wore in “The Talented Mr. Ripley” was always his favorite costume. But after shooting the HBO Liberace film “Behind ...
'Downton' returns: Did it live up to your expectations?
Boston Globe critic Matthew Gilbert praised the return of "Downton Abbey." After watching last night's third-season premiere, do you agree with his high marks?...
Greater Boston author appearances Jan. 6-12
SUNDAY: Tace Baker ("Speaking of Murder") reads at 2...
Video: Dirty Water TV with Grace Potter
Boston Globe music critic Sarah Rodman sat down one-on-one with Vermont's rising star Grace Potter, the frontwoman of Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. Take a look at the interview below. var OAS_adServerURL = "http://rmedia.boston.com/RealMedia/ads/adstream_sx.ads/" + OAS_sitepage + "/@VIDEO?"; document.getElementById("adServerURL_6808").value =......
Jay-Z penning score for 'The Great Gatsby'
Jay-Z, meet Jay Gatsby. The hip-hop mogul is teaming up with up-and-coming act The Bullitts to score the upcoming film adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel "The Great Gatsby." Jeymes Samuel, the man behind The Bullitts, announced the news......
Weekend picks, Jan. 4-6
L to R: "Invisible Man" (Astrid Riecken); the New Bedford Whaling Museum; "33 Variations" (Timothy Dunn) Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See...
Christopher Plummer, dismayed at theater tickets’ steep cost
It’s nothing new to hear audiences complain about the high price of theater tickets, as well they should. But it gets your attention when a performer like Christopher Plummer, who has devoted so much of his career to the stage, weighs in on the issue, suggesting that the lack of affordable tickets is inhibiting attempts to broaden the audience for theater.
Review: Jack's Abby Kiwi Rising Double IPL and Lashes Hopbock Lager
It's easy to take things right in your backyard for granted. Just a short trip west on the Mass. Pike, Jack's Abby Brewing is quietly...
New Year's Resolution to Learn about Wine
The New Year is your year to learn more about wine. Whether you are a longtime enthusiast or a brand new imbiber, 2013 is an...
Photo Nights Boston plans local photography festival
Photos by Time Magazine documentary photographer James Nachtwey were projected on buildings across the world in 2008 Wouldn't it be cool to see photographs projected...
Videogame maker Majesco shuts down Foxborough studio, which had focused on mobile and Facebook games
Majesco Entertainment, the publicly-held New Jersey videogame company that cranks out titles like BloodRayne and Hulk Hogan's Main Event, is closing its small studio in Foxborough this week. The studio's dozen employees got the news on Friday. ...
Fiscal Cliff Legislation’s Impact on Massachusetts Businesses and Small Business Owners
Yesterday, the US House of Representatives passed the “American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012”, which is set to be signed by the President shortly. The...
Top ten Greater Boston sales of 2012
So how nuts are home prices around here? Well check out the top ten sales of 2012, which range from $12.5 million for a 15,000-square-foot...
This Dragon answers questions
Dragon Mobile Assistant by Nuance Communications Inc. Free app for Android phones. Android smartphone owners have a bad case of Siri envy. Ever since Apple...
Here's your guide to personnel changes in Massachusetts
AMC's gear demo center
Check out the latest outdoor gear and put it to the test for free at the Joe Dodge Lodge in Pinkham Notch, at the base...
Bringing all the latest news, conditions, deals and events from the ski mountains of New England to your computer.
I'm too young
Q: I am extremely torn in my current relationship. We are a homosexual couple and my partner is absolutely incredible. He is so attentive...
DJ Lindsay Luv on making a fashion-forward playlist for New Year's Eve
UMass-Amherst graduate DJ Lindsay Luv has turned tables for some of the most stylish clients in the business -- from Victoria's Secret to NYLON Magazine...
Three wind turbines bring Gloucester renewable energy
Gloucester has become the first community north of Boston with three turbines, taking advantage of an average daily wind speed of nearly 16 miles per...
Popular Mike & Patty's in Bay Village re-opening this weekend
Former employee Jennifer Galatis and a group are re-opening Mike & Patty's in Bay Village, a popular breakfast and sandwich spot. Original owner Michael...
Choking reaction in a 9 year old warrants an evaluation
My 9 year old has this fear that every time she eats, something is stuck in her throat. It happens on and off. She'll...
Today's column
... is online here. And I'm terribly grateful for today's Letter Writer, because it's such a great question: How soon does one tell a prospective...
40-60 percent off at Turtle
Turtle is running an end-of-season sale, with pieces from ELM Design, Aimee g, Prairie Underground, LABEL, Eva Franco, and others marked down 40-60 percent. Find...
Garden Q&A Friday 1-2 p.m.
Boston Globe garden columnist Carol Stocker will be answering questions about gardening, houseplants and landscaping on Friday, Jan. 4, 1-2 p.m. live....
Silhouettes on the stairs
Matt KalinowskiJohn S. Coles in his dining room, where the walls and ceiling were painted with his artistic hand. By Estelle Bond Guralnick With keen...
Blogiversary: Get Moving by the numbers
Happy blogiversary post number two! This is our second post to mark the one-year anniversary of the Get Moving blog (in case you missed it,...
'Train Time 17: Model Train Exhibition,' Wenham, through Feb. 24
You're in for a "rail" fun time at the Wenham Museum this winter! Celebrate 17 years of this model train tradition, and discover a magical...
Chat live with Job Doc Elaine Varelas
Elaine Varelas, managing partner of Keystone Partners in Boston, has...
Resources for HR professionals from the Northeast Human Resources Association
Winter buster: You could be driving in Cape Town
As you sit and complain about how cold it's gotten, wondering when the next snowfall will arrive and how much it will wreck your commute, I could not care less. It's not that I don't care about you, even......