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Two people shot on Michigan Avenue in Dorchester
Two people were shot this afternoon on Michigan Avenue in Dorchester, police said. A Boston police spokesman confirmed that a male and a female were shot at about 4:20 p.m. He said at least one of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries. He had no further information about the victims. At about 5:15 p.m., police were keeping pedestrians and reporters several hundred yards from the scene, which was located near a small public park.
Chilly weather pressures Destination XL in 1Q
Destination XL Group Inc.’s fiscal first-quarter net income dropped 57 percent as the men’s clothing and accessories company contended with a chilly spring and higher expenses. President and chief executive David Levin said in a statement on Friday that while sales were weak in February and March, that was somewhat offset by better results in April when the weather started to warm up. The Canton company earned $1 million, or 2 cents per share, for the three months ended May 4. A year earlier it earned $2.3 million, or 5 cents per share. Revenue fell 2 percent to $93.6 million from $95.5 million. Revenue at stores open at least a year, a key indicator of a retailer’s health, dipped 0.5 percent.
Rabies case confirmed in Wayland raccoon
By John Swinconeck, Town Correspondent The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has confirmed at least one case of rabies in a raccoon in Wayland. According...
SEC orders former Cahill aide, Goldman Sachs banker to pay $100,000 civil penalty
The federal Securities and Exchange Commission has ordered Neil M.M. Morrison, a former investment banker at Goldman, Sachs and ex-top state treasury aide to Timothy P. Cahill, to pay a $100,000 civil penalty, citing what the agency said was his role in a pay-to-play campaign fund-raising scheme for Cahill.
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 ...
‘Book of Mormon’ coming back to Boston
The Book of Mormon’s run was so successful in Boston it’s coming back, according to a release.
Clipboard: State’s Medicare windfall in jeopardy
A $250 million Medicare windfall for Massachusetts hospitals appears to be on the brink of expiring. The state’s congressional delegation is ...
This award-winning picture blog tells news and feature stories through photographs -- really big photographs.
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
Obscure University of New Hampshire math professor takes major step toward elusive proof
A soft-spoken, virtually unknown mathematician from the University of New Hampshire has found himself overnight a minor celebrity, flooded with requests to give talks at top universities as his work is debated and celebrated online by leaders in his field.
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.
Reports: FBI agent in Orlando fatally shoots suspect that may have Marathon bombing connection
According to multiple reports, an FBI special agent fatally shot a suspect who may have known deceased Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev. In...
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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With vote to lift ban on gay youth, change in Boy Scouts is coming from inside
By Michelle D. Holmes GRAPEVINE, Texas — The Boy Scouts of America’s lifting the ban on openly gay youth Thursday came 12 years after I...
The textbook revolution
There’s nothing more boring or conventional than a textbook, but two hundred years ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/23/13, 12:17 PM)
There’s nothing more boring or conventional than a textbook, but two hundred years ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/23/13, 12:17 PM)
Who shouldn't bother with college?
When Yahoo bought Tumblr for $1.1 billion this week, David Karp, Tumblr's 26-year-old founder, became an instant celebrity -- and joined the pantheon of......
Francona gets warm reception in return
Knowing the inevitable attention that would come with his return to Fenway Park as manager of the Cleveland Indians, Terry Francona wanted to be......
Tom Brady dispels notion his contract included a Welker agreement
By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff When Patriots quarterback Tom Brady signed a new contract in February that gave the team more money to work with...
A blessing for the Celtics? Minority owner gives jersey to Pope
A minority owner of the Boston Celtics presented a jersey to Pope Francis at the Vatican Wednesday.
Tuukka Rask, Bruins try to shake off a tough night in New York
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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.
Travis Pastrana bringing Nitro Circus action sports show to Boston
By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff X Games star and NASCAR driver Travis Pastrana will bring...
Chat sports and media at 2:30 p.m.
Be sure to stop by our always lumbering Friday chat, during which we'll discuss Bruins-Rangers Game 4, the return of Tito, all that's ahead for...
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.
Iginla at the center of anticipated showdown
Not to look too far ahead, but the Penguins and Bruins would be a heck of a conference finals.
Q&A with UMass football coach Charley Molnar
UMass football coach Charley Molnar answered readers' questions about where his program is headed.
New Hampshire's Andrews named Gatorade national soccer player of the year
Notre Dame next step for Milford High School star.
Heaps backing Jerry Bengston
Jay Heaps is patiently waiting for Jerry Bengston to find his scoring boots, though he's not afraid to bench him and look for goals and victories in other ways.
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...
Jim Gaffigan hits Brookline to promote ‘Dad is Fat’
Comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, who just filmed a comedy pilot for CBS that’s loosely based on his life (with Mira Sorvino playing his wife ...
Chat transcript: All things 'Arrested Development' return
Do you have your juiceboxes, hot ham water, and frozen bananas ready for Sunday's release of "Arrested Development?" If you need a refresher, pointers on...
Greater Boston author readings May 26 –June 1
SUNDAY: No events MONDAY: No events TUESDAY: Joseph Gallo...
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......
Relive the six best 'Fast & Furious' moments
The "Fast & Furious" movies may not be Oscar-winning dramas, but 12 years ago the world was introduced to a cast of characters whose activities have been the center for six blockbuster films. These six films feature adrenaline loving, hardheaded,......
Memorial Day weekend events around Boston
Yay, three day weekend! Unfortunately, the weather may not be prime for an outdoor barbecue, but don't fear-- here are other events happening around Boston this Memorial Day weekend.
‘Book of Mormon’ coming back to Boston
The Book of Mormon’s run was so successful in Boston it’s coming back, according to a release.
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...
Boston-Power founder Christina Lampe-Onnerud joins hedge fund firm Bridgewater Associates
One of Boston's highest-profile energy entrepreneurs, Christina Lampe-Onnerud, is moving to Connecticut to join one of the world's biggest hedge fund managers, Bridgewater Associates. Lampe-Onnerud is a former Arthur D. Little scientist who in 2004 founded Boston-Power, a maker of lithium ion batteries for laptops and electric vehicles. The company attracted customers like HP and Saab. But Lampe-Onnerud dialed down her involvement with the company in 2012, after it raised a big new funding round and shifted much of its operations to China....
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 –...
Trapped in your house?
The good news is the number of Greater Boston homeowners owing more than what their castles are worth has dropped below 16 percent. The bad...
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...
Survey reveals the way we travel
By Paul E. Kandarian, Globe Correspondent Vacationing Americans 25 and older will spend $84 billion on hotels this summer, with the average traveler booking a...
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Do I tell him about the kiss?
Q: Meredith, I am currently facing what feels like the worst problem I've faced in my life and with no idea where to turn,...
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...
Forgotten Scores
As human beings, we have many motives for the things that we do. We are not immune from having fragile egos nor inoculated from social...
Markdowns on totes at Lill Studio
Lill Studio has its three tote bag styles marked down 25 percent through June 30th. (They're originally $75-$169.) You can buy a ready-made bag or...
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...
Kim Kardashian wears a bikini during pregnancy. Do you?
Kim Kardashian, who is due in July, flaunted her baby bump in several bikinis during her time in Greece. Check them out in the...
Live chat: Resumes, interviews, and networking at noon
Tracy Cashman, a partner at recruiting firm WinterWyman in Waltham,...
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......