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New England Patriots' Kyle Van Noy (53) celebrates with J.C. Jackson (27) after returning a blocked punt for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

5 takeaways from the Patriots' 38-31 win over the Bears

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Rowers take to the river in preparation for the 2018 Head of the Charles Regatta in Cambridge. More than 11,000 athletes representing 23 countries around the world converged in Boston this past weekend for the 54th Head of the Charles Regatta. One of the world’s premier rowing competitions, the annual event featuring top college crew programs and some of the best rowers in the world, began on Saturday and featured 66 different events.

20 picture-perfect photos from the Head of the Charles Regatta

Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles reacts after losing a fumble to the Texans during the second half Sunday.

Jaguars implode in locker room after latest lopsided loss

Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts embraces manager Alex Cora after the team's victory in Game 5 of the ALCS against the Astros.

What the Red Sox are saying about their World Series run

Patriots defensive back Jonathan Jones (31) celebrates an interception during the second half against the Bears on Sunday.

Watch Jonathan Jones come up with an acrobatic interception

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Mookie Betts to second base? Alex Cora isn't ruling it out

A spread of menu itemsl at Eventide, a new Fenway seafood restaurant. Josh Reynolds for The Boston Globe (Lifestyle, first)

Where you should eat in the Fenway/Kenmore area

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An MLB scout’s view of the Red Sox-Dodgers World Series

An MLB scout’s view of the Red Sox-Dodgers World Series

Democrats eye revival of Russia probe if they win House

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Tom Brady continues to have nothing but praise for Josh Gordon

A spread of menu itemsl at Eventide, a new Fenway seafood restaurant. Josh Reynolds for The Boston Globe (Lifestyle, first)

Where you should eat in the Fenway/Kenmore area

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US home sales fell in September to slowest pace in 3 years

US home sales fell in September to slowest pace in 3 years

Built in 1850, this distinctive brick lighthouse stands on a bluff 90 feet above sea level. One of the best ways to visit Sankaty is by bicycle, particularly if you’re coming from town. The ride is peaceful and you’ll enjoy the scenic views up close.

A Massachusetts island was named among the best in the U.S.

A Lamborghini caught fire near the Boston Public Library