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Poll: Republican Gabriel Gomez is nearly tied with Democrat Edward Markey in US Senate race
Gabriel E. Gomez, the Republican nominee for US Senate in Massachusetts, is nearly tied with his Democratic opponent, US Representative Edward J. Markey, according to a poll released Friday. Gomez, who scored an upset victory over two rivals in the Republican primary on Tuesday, has the support of 40 percent of likely voters in the June 25 general election, compared to 44 percent for Markey, according to the survey by Public Policy Polling.
Beth Israel Deaconess, Cambridge Health Alliance form partnership
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a downtown Boston hospital aggressively courting health providers in the suburbs, has formed a partner ...
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.
In the Cards
Gambling commission opens Southeastern Mass to commerical casino developers
The state gambling commission today voted 5-0 to lift the freeze on commercial casino development in Southeastern Massachusetts, and will solicit bids from gambling companies interested in competing for development rights in the region. The freeze had been established by lawmakers to give the Mashpee Wampanoag time to make progress on a tribal casino in the region.
War and Peace
Top spy orders review of intelligence prior to Boston bombing
The nation's top spy on Monday requested a broad review into "the US government's handling of intelligence information leading up to up to the Boston Marathon bombings," according to an internal memo, the latest sign that top officials are concerned that critical warning signs may have been missed that could have prevented the worst terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11.
Science in Mind
Social networks after an emergency: who did you text after the Boston Marathon bombings?
Researchers at Northeastern University are asking people to download an app that will help them understand how, exactly, we communicated and connected in the aftermath of a tragedy. Did we call the people we are in touch with most frequently, or were we flooded with voicemails and messages from people we haven't spoken to in weeks?
Winners of the 2013 New England Venture Capital Association Awards
The New England Venture Capital Association held its first-ever awards party tonight in Harvard Square. These were the winners....
LOCAL
2013
Bombings at the Boston Marathon
Terrorism struck at one of Boston's most cherished and hallowed events
UMass at 150
We recognize 150 valuable contributions UMass has made to education, innovation, health care, and more
'Clark Rockefeller'
The long saga of the shadowy man took another turn when he was convicted of killing his landlord in 1985
US Senate
special election
Five candidates are seeking the seat vacated by Secretary of State John Kerry
The next mayor
of Boston
Tom Menino (left) is stepping down after spending 20 years running City Hall
Arrest, trial of
'Whitey' Bulger
Boston's most notorious gangster will go on trial later this year after his 2011 capture
Annie Dookhan drug lab scandal
The former state lab chemist's case has set off a long list of court challenges
Lawrence Mayor William Lantigua
Associates of the mayor face corruption charges, but he says he’s running again
2012
Scott Brown vs.
Elizabeth Warren
We recap the spirited 2012 race for one of Massachusetts's seats in the US Senate
More fishy business
More fishy business
One year later, the Globe follows up on its fish mislabeling project
Amy Bishop case
The Braintree native and former college professor pleaded guilty to killing three colleagues in 2010
NATION
2013
Aaron Swartz
charges, suicide
Family, friends ripped the government for its prosecution of the Internet activist
Fungal meningitis outbreak in US
A Framingham-based company has been linked to the outbreak, which has sickened dozens
Inauguration of President Obama
The president was sworn in for a new four-year term on Jan. 20 in Washington, D.C.
WORLD
2011
Bin Laden dead
Complete coverage of the US raid in Pakistan that led to the killing of Osama bin Laden.
2010
Haiti Earthquake
Governments and aid agencies around the world launched a massive relief effort after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti.
SPORTS
2013
LIVING ARTS
2013
85th Academy Awards, Red Carpet Rumble
Recap the winners, and see results of inaugural Red Carpet Rumble
2012
Highlights of 84th Academy Awards
We look back at the big winners, the dresses, the parties, and much, much more
2010
Special section
Special section
Boston's all-time best
We took up the task of naming the 25 best local music acts. Take a look, leave a comment, and create your own list.
- Video Globe critics discuss
photos
25 Most Stylish Bostonians
From basketball player to brain surgeon, ballet dancers to bar owner, this year's nominees stand out for all the right reasons. Take a look at the city's Most Stylish for 2010.
Photos
- Best The best of 2010
Best of the new
Food and restaurants
2010 brought world-class fine dining in Fort Point and a boost for the home-grown food-truck scene.
Interactive graphic
Gardner expansion
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum unveiled plans for an ambitious $118m expansion.
BUSINESS
2013
The rise and fall of The Upper Crust
The Boston chain's problems started with workers seeking back wages.
2012
Top business stories of 2012
We review the topics that dominated the landscape, and let you have your say.
2010
Diversity Boston, Winter 2010
Boston has long been plagued by the perception it is unwelcoming to minority groups.
Top places to work
This year's list of the best Mass. employers takes stock of small, midsize, and large businesses.