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Man freed because of Annie Dookhan case charged in Brockton murder
BROCKTON -- A man charged with committing a murder here Tuesday afternoon would have been behind bars, but he was free because his drug dealing conviction had been tossed out after it was discovered that disgraced state chemist Annie Dookhan handled the evidence and testified at his trial, officials said today. Donta Hood, 22, appeared today in Brockton District Court, where he pleaded not guilty to charges he fatally shot 45-year-old Charles Evans on Belmont Street Tuesday in one of six homicides in the city so far this year.
Partners earnings edge up in the second quarter as state drops assessment on health insurance unit
Earnings edged up in the second quarter despite narrowing profit margins at Partners HealthCare System, aided partly by a state government decision to drop an assessment on Partners’ newly acquired health insurance division, Neighborhood Health Plan.
Video gets Weymouth official in hot water
By Johanna Seltz, Globe correspondent The video that caused the controversy begins at about 79:30. (From cable channel WECT.) A video that was intended to...
Senate candidate Ed Markey says he will release tax returns in “near future,” but will not commit to date
After days of requests from reporters and his GOP opponent, Democrat US Representative Edward J. Markey said he will release his tax returns “in the very near future” to match the financial disclosure provided by his rival in the US Senate campaign, Republican Gabriel E. Gomez.
Prevent kidney stones: drink coffee but not cola?
Want to reduce your risk of getting kidney stones? Try drinking coffee and tea instead of sugary sodas. That’s the finding of a Brigham and ...
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.
Norden brothers, injured in Marathon bombings, are back together at Spaulding Rehab
Two brothers who grew up in Stoneham, each of whom lost a leg in the Marathon bombing last month, engaged in playful competitive banter duri ...
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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
Using physics to understand human history
Archeology and physics: the two fields seem just about as different as can be. On Wednesday, William Griswold, an archeologist with the National Park Service, will explain how the two fields intersect, during a colloquium at Boston College's Weston Observatory.
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.
CBS News: Dzhokhar Tsarnaev wrote note while in boat, called Boston victims 'collateral damage'
CBS News correspondent John Miller reported this morning that according to sources, Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev wrote a note while inside the...
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...
If dropped randomly on earth, would you know where you were?
Can you tell the difference between the arid Australian Outback and the desiccated ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/17/13, 9:41 AM)
Can you tell the difference between the arid Australian Outback and the desiccated ... (By Kevin Hartnett, 05/17/13, 9:41 AM)
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. ...
Miller bonked on the head but keeps chucking
Andrew Miller pitched the top of the eight inning for the Red Sox on Friday night and was in the dugout looking to grab a piece of gum. "I heard this whistling noise behind me," he said. "Then it happened."
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Second-round pick Collins under contract
By Shalise Manza Young, Globe Staff The Patriots have announced that second-round pick Jamie Collins, who was the first player the team drafted this year...
Ainge: Rivers will return next season
By Gary Washburn, Globe Staff CHICAGO -- After Doc Rivers left the door slightly ajar on the possibility of him stepping down as coach, Celtics...
Bruins hopeful injured defensemen heal before Game 2
By Fluto Shinzawa, Globe Staff The Bruins have not ruled Dennis Seidenberg, Andrew Ference, and Wade Redden out of Sunday’s Game 2. It’s possible that...
A final plan to fare well
In his final column for Boston.com, Mazz assesses where things stand for Boston's four major teams.
Report: Gronk might need back surgery
By Bobb Burgess, Boston.com Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski may need back surgery, according to...
Felger: 'A moment of weakness'
Just for the sake of fun outtakes if nothing else, here is a thought from Jack Edwards and another from Michael Felger that didn't make today's media column.
Grand Scheme
In the Big Inning, Stephen Drew came through...
BAA invites 2013 non-finishers to run 2014 Boston Marathon
The Boston Athletic Association has invited runners who were prevented from finishing the 2013 Boston Marathon because of the bombings near the finish line to participate in the 2014 Boston Marathon.
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.
Melrose's Jennifer Cain headed to Merrimack to play volleyball
By Andy Deossa, Globe Correspondent T.J. Hajjar, third-year coach of the Merrimack volleyball team, announced Thursday that four players had committed to the Class of...
No Agudelo or Donovan on latest US roster
It's no surprise that the Revolution's freshly-signed forward Juan Agudelo wasn't called up to US national team for June World Cup Qualifiers and two friendlies...
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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Report: E! sources confirm Beyonce is pregnant
Rumors have been swirling that superstar diva Beyonce is pregnant...
Rufus Gifford honored at PFLAG event
Hundreds gathered this week for Greater Boston PFLAG’s annual gala, which honored Rufus Gifford, the national finance director for President ...
Video: We Like to Watch: 'Arrested Development'
Just in case you hadn't heard the squealing of fans eager for the return of "Arrested Development" seven years after it was pulled from the...
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......
'Man of Steel' advance tickets on sale May 18
Superman flies back into theaters on June 14, but select fans can get the ultimate bragging rights over their friends by seeing the new reboot "Man of Steel" a day early. More than 3,700 Walmart stores, including branches in Quincy,......
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: Hof ten Dormaal Barrel-Aged Project Dark Ale
Part of the fun of writing about beer is coming across bottles I've never had. A "brief" trip to the exceptionally well-stocked Craft Beer Cellar...
Sommelier Society event benefits those hurt in marathon bombings
Wine professionals live to serve. So it's no surprise that the Boston Sommelier Society is doing all it can to help those hurt by this...
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...
CoUrbanize wants to bring the conversation about urban planning and real estate development online
If something new is being built in your neighborhood, the chances are pretty good that you don't get sufficient information about how it will affect you — or a chance to voice your opinion about it. Unless, that is, you have enough time on your hands to attend community meetings regularly.
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Eight ways to save $50 per month
Here are a few ways to fatten your wallet each month and reduce some monthly annuity costs: Roku – Not sure about you, but one...
Home or condo?
I guess I am just a boring, single-family home type of guy. But I am shaking my head over a pair of $3 million-plus sales...
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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I fight the end
Q: Hi, I am not sure this is Love Letters material since there's not a big decision point. Rather, I'm looking to tap the...
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...
New Spaulding hospital learns haunting lessons from Katrina
By Doug Struck Globe Correspondent Hurricane Katrina had finally spent its fury and died, when I stepped cautiously through the broken doorway of a brick...
Off to Sicily with Boston Globe subscribers
On Sunday, I'm leaving for Sicily to meet a dozen Boston Globe subscribers. We're on a whirlwind tour that looks, from the itinerary, like...
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...
Chat Wednesday at noon!
<a href="http://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=201c3b4392" >Miss Conduct on etiquette -- May 15 at noon</a>...
Not every run is sunshine and roses: A short pet-peeve list
This week, I had some really ugly miles in me. I've written about ugly miles before, and how I think they make me stronger, but...
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...
Garden Tours and Plant Sales
By Carol Stocker...This is the prime time of year for non-profit plant sales and garden tours. The oldest and most famous of is Thursday's nationally...
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...
Free kids' tickets to see YO GABBA GABBA! at the Life is good Festival
YO GABBA GABBA!, the award-winning live action television series and live stage show, will be headlining the kids’ lineup at the 2013 Life is...
In Meetings Who Sits Where?
Meeting seating can be as informal as choosing to sit...
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......