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Boy, 13, found safe in Cambridge after father allegedly kidnaps him from home in Roxbury
A 13-year-old boy was found safe in Cambridge on Tuesday night about three hours after his father had allegedly kidnapped him after an altercation in Roxbury, prompting an Amber Alert and an intensive police search, officials said.
Massachusetts homeowners have received more than $610m in help from national mortgage deal
Thousands of Massachusetts homeowners have received more than $610 million in mortgage assistance from major US lenders as part of a national settlement with a multistate group of attorneys general, data released Tuesday show.
Tornado damage is 'horrific,' Concord storm chaser says after Oklahoma twister
By Chris Curtis, Guest Columnist Chris Curtis, who ran the West Concord Five and Ten in Concord, was in Oklahoma as part of a storm-chasing...
Worcester Democrat could face House rebuke
A House panel is poised to act against Worcester Democratic state Representative John P. Fresolo, with possible disciplinary measures taken by the full body within days, according to an official briefed on the investigation. The Ethics Committee is expected to recommend the House move against Fresolo, though the severity of its recommendation was unknown on Tuesday afternoon. Also unclear, because committee members are sworn to secrecy, are the charges against Fresolo.
Tonsil surgery reduces behavioral problems in kids with snoring condition, study finds
Having surgery to remove the tonsils and adenoids significantly reduces sleepiness and behavioral problems in kids who snore, but it does no ...
BSO names Andris Nelsons music director, succeeding James Levine
Andris Nelsons, the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s new music director, is half James Levine’s age, loves Michael Jackson, and intends to build a close relationship with Boston.
Clipboard: Lawmakers cut money to boost pharmacies inspections following outbreak
After failures at a Massachusetts compounding pharmacy caused hundreds of people to be sickened by tainted drugs, state officials called for ...
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In the Cards
Mohegan Sun adds Boston retail developer as partner in Palmer proposal
Mohegan Sun today announced a partnership with Finard Properties, a Boston-based commercial real estate investment and development company, to build a 300,000 square foot retail development as part of Mohegan's proposed casino resort in Palmer.
War and Peace
Top military scientist: building a cyber army with few qualified recruits
The Air Force has a message for computer geeks: send us your resumes. At least that is the word from Mark Maybury, a computer scientist at the government-funded MITRE corporation in Bedford who was tapped in 2010 to serve as the chief scientist for the US Air Force. The Lowell native and Chelmsford resident, who will return from Washington to his old job this summer, says the Pentagon is struggling to maintain its technological edge in the realm of cyberspace. And a primary reason is a lack of new talent. "If you told me I want you to hire 1,000 cyber guys tomorrow, I'd count up all my friends and might have 60 or if really lucky might find 100," he explained. "But 1,000?"
Science in Mind
Senators oppose pending shutdown of MIT fusion experiment
The news that a nuclear fusion experiment at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology will shut down in a year and half and that the project's employees have received layoff notices has raised more objections.
Articles of Faith
Religious leaders working on interfaith service
Religious leaders are working with the governor's office to develop Thursday morning's interfaith service in memory of the Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Report: FBI agent in Orlando fatally shoots suspect that may have Marathon bombing connection
According to a report on the website of Orlando TV station WESH, during an investigation, an FBI special agent shot a suspect who may...
Egyptian who led the protest that presaged the Arab Spring now exposes brutality that persists in the government's security forces
Factory workers protested conditions in Mahalla, Egypt in the...
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Critics quick to attack Obama administration, but its inquiry into AP was justified
By Juliette Kayyem As the controversy over the Department of Justice’s leak probe into the phone lines of Associated Press reporters grows, it’s important to...
Flowers from animal parts
A rose by another name may smell as sweet, but what about a ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/21/13, 12:08 PM)
A rose by another name may smell as sweet, but what about a ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/21/13, 12:08 PM)
Too sexy for a Disney Princess?
Merida, the fictional star of "Brave," officially joined the Disney princess pantheon, and appeared on Disney's website suddenly transformed from wild-haired teenage tomboy to budding sexpot. The backlash was instant. ...
Doubront takes a loss but continues progress
If the Red Sox are in contention three months from now and Felix Doubront is a productive member of their rotation, what happened tonight might be looked back on fondly....
Watch: Takeaways from Patriots OTAs
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Whom would you rather have: Bradley or Shumpert?
By Gary Dzen, Boston.com Staff Was working on an offseason feature today when a random question popped into my head: If I had to...
Bruins fourth line was dominant in Game 3
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A final plan to fare well
In his final column for Boston.com, Mazz assesses where things stand for Boston's four major teams.
Kyle Love: Patriots treat veterans like rookies
By Gary Dzen, Boston.com Staff Former Patriots defensive lineman Kyle Love, released by New England...
Where has Jacoby Ellsbury's power gone?
Also featuring thoughts on Jose Iglesias's potential as a utility man, Daniel Nava's superb performance at the plate, and Josh Hamilton's transition into a lefty-hitting Pete Incaviglia.
How Sweep It Is
While you were watching the Bruins, the Red Sox ripped off five straight wins....
#onerun offers chance to finish Marathon, boost Back Bay businesses
This Saturday, May 25, #onerun will give runners who didn't get to complete the Boston Marathon on April 15th a chance to cross the finish line on Boylston Street.
Are the Bruins finally, maybe, coming alive?
It’s May, right? Judging both by the laissez-faire din of the crowd at the TD Garden Thursday night and the droll Ned Martin approach of...
Harvard football announces Class of 2017
Harvard football coach Tim Murphy announced his football recruitment class for 2013, a group of 29 student-athletes representing 19 states, including 6-foot-5, 220-pound quarterback Joe Viviano from Berwyn, Pa.
Five things to know in baseball this week
By Alex Hall, Globe Correspondent ISL title now a two-team race – What was once a four-team race for the ISL title has come down...
Motivated players lead Revolution
The Revolution's players are all motivated by different things, but all of that came together to beat Houston 2-0 last Saturday.
Live updates from the 55th Daytona 500
End of race: Lap 200 of 200 Jimmie Johnson wins 55th Daytona 500 in his 400th career start. Danica Patrick (8th) becomes highest-finishing woman in...
Vijay Singh: 'Angry I have put myself in this position'
Vijay Singh, implicated in a Sports Illustrated story this week about using a product that contains a substance banned by the PGA Tour, has issued a statement on Wednesday admitting that he's used the deer antler spray in question. He said that he was not aware it contained a substance that falls on the tour's banned list.
A tale of two Aprils
What's been behind the success of the Red Sox? A comparison to last season's debacle...
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Jay-Z allegedly addresses Beyonce pregnancy rumors
Not so fast, folks: Blue Ivy won't be getting...
Short trailer released for HBO’s ‘Clear History’
There’s a brief trailer out for the HBO movie “Clear History,” which was filmed on the North Shore last year. The trailer is really just a m ...
Raisman exits 'Dancing' stage; Pickler triumphs
Aly Raisman won gold at the 2012 Summer Olympics, but it wasn't her night for victory on "Dancing With the stars." The Needham native was...
Greater Boston author readings May 19-25
SUNDAY: Jackson Galaxy (“Cat Daddy: What the World's Most...
Radio 92.9 celebrates 20 years of EarthFest concerts
Boston-based station Radio 92.9 is hosting the 20th annual EarthFest concert at the Esplanade's Hatch Shell this weekend, and this year's event will feature performances by Vertical Horizon and Fastball. Remember this Veritcal Horizon hit? The concert, which starts on......
Second 'Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues' teaser trailer hits the web
One of the most-quoted films of recent years -- Will Ferrell's 2004 "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" -- is finally getting a sequel. And its two teaser trailers are already providing plenty of one-liners of their own. "The great......
Weekend event picks, May 17-19
From left: "Pirates of Penzance" (Matthew Gregory Hollis); "Dead Sea Scrolls" exhibit (Darryl Moran, Franklin Institute); Prometheus Dance (Donny Zaltzberg) Making plans? Short on ideas? No worries. See Milva DiDomizio and June Wulff's picks for the top things to...
BSO names Andris Nelsons music director, succeeding James Levine
Andris Nelsons, the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s new music director, is half James Levine’s age, loves Michael Jackson, and intends to build a close relationship with Boston.
Review: Two White Birch Brewing summer beers
White Birch Brewing founder Bill Herlicka started making his own beer in 1994. He spent 15 years brewing for himself before going commercial, honing...
Refreshing & dimensional, these vinhos verdes shine
Vinho verde is wine we only thought we knew. Fruity and refreshing with a hint of fizz, most of these budget-friendly, low-alcohol wines from northwest...
Gizmodo picks the best smartphone camera
By Mario Aguilar and Nick Stango Gizmodo A zillion new smartphones are going to be announced soon at Mobile World Congress, each promising camera advancements...
Departing Zipcar CEO Scott Griffith signs up as CoachUp director
CoachUp founder Jordan Fliegel has been on a pretty hot signing streak when it comes to adding advisors and directors....
Which generation is the best at managing and saving money?
By GoBankingRates.com Whether you’re in the Baby Boomers generation or one of their children or grandchildren – Gen X, Gen Y or Gen Z –...
Selling house your retirement plan?
If you plan to cash in on your house to pay for retirement, you have lots of company. Nearly half of Americans 50-70 found say...
Here's your guide to personnel changes in Massachusetts
Pricey tablet stand almost delivers
XFLEX tablet computer stand $99.99 at BiteMyApple.co This elegant-looking accessory for tablet computer fans is just the thing for iPad owners who feel their arms...
Blount cutting couples’ cruise cost
By Paul E. Kandarian, Globe Correspondent Blount Small Ship Adventures, based in Warren, R.I., is offering $1,000 savings per couple on sailings of its “Islands...
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How to be friends
Q: I met a woman a little over two years ago online. We started talking. I was separated from my wife at the time...
Instagram style star: Katherine Tabinowski
This week’s Instagram fashion star is adorable style blogger and merchandising intern Katherine Tabinowski. The 23-year-old Delaware native is new to Massachusetts, but isn’t...
The root of Boston's tree planting problems
By Doug Struck Globe Correspondent Boston will become cool and green by planting 100,000 trees before 2020, Mayor Thomas M. Menino promised in April 2007....
Back from Sicily with Globe subscribers (up 5 lb I think)
This is one course of an exquisite lunch at Hauner Winery, on the Aeolian island of Salina off the Northern coast of Sicily. We had just...
How to explain mom's long-absent mother?
Hi Barbara, I have a 4 year old daughter who is fairly smart, doesn't miss a trick and observant. I'm not sure how to talk...
Today's column
... is online here. A sample (from my advice to an LW with a small but very human problem): Because you've hit it, J.S. You've...
Is that 'fat-burning zone' on cardio machines accurate?
By Ryan Healy Ryan Healy is a personal trainer for the Lynch/van Otterloo (LVO) YMCA in Marblehead. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist...
Custom orders, in-stock items on sale at Artefact Home/Garden
Artefact Home/Garden is offering 20 percent off custom orders including sofas, chairs, ottomans, tables, lamps, mirrors, and more. Select items in the shop are marked...
what to do in the garden
By Carol Stocker...I will be on line live this Friday from 1-2 p.m. to answer you gardening questions.Memorial Day Weekend is the traditional weekend for...
Pottery that brings Vermont charm to home and garden
Farmhouse Pottery founder Zoe Zilian at good boutique in Boston with her line of Hutch+Pantry gift sets. By Loren Savini There is nothing quite as...
"A Fairy Garden Celebration," Amherst, June 8
Join a host of authors and artists for a day of enchantment at the 2013 Children's Book Festival at the Eric Carle Museum of...
Medical lab professional aids crucial diagnosis
By Cindy Atoji Keene ' Cytotechnologist Kelly Flora admits...
Resources for HR professionals from the Northeast Human Resources Association
These are the worst new cars in the world
A few months ago, I was driving an Audi S4 wagon through beautiful South Africa. But those riches didn't last long. For two days, I strapped myself into seven terrible cars that were too unsafe and shoddy to ever......