Trump makes final bid to Senate to make DST permanent before recess: ‘Ridiculous’
President Donald Trump is pressuring Senate Republicans to make daylight saving time permanent before clocks are scheduled to fall back an hour next month
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$90 payments coming this month to 20 million Americans: Who qualifies?
The money will come from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which Congress created in 2008 with $2.2 billion.
Former Prince Andrew files a legal action to quash warrants that led to searches of his residence
LONDON (AP) — The former Prince Andrew has filed a legal action challenging the warrants that authorized searches at two of his homes earlier this...
Why convicting an ex-Stoughton officer requires more than proving he killed Sandra Birchmore
How Sandra Birchmore died is one fight. Why prosecutors say she was killed is another.
Boston native among three scientists awarded Nobel Prize for brain activity research
The Harvard graduate and two other scientists created a tool using light to help unravel how the brain works.
Private high school in Concord gets $200M gift from late financier Victor Atkins
The Middlesex School in Concord will get the money over the next few decades.
Drake Maye and the Patriots saved their season with a gutsy victory over the Bills
This performance has to move Efton Chism ahead of DeMario Douglas and Kyle Williams on the Wide Receiver Trust Tree, doesn’t it?
'Incriminating evidence' found on Matthew Farwell's phone before trial, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors say the former Stoughton police officer's defense is trying to "rewrite history."
Brigham and Women's nurses set Oct. 14 strike date
Nearly 4,000 nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital plan to start their open-ended strike on Wednesday, Oct. 14 unless a contract deal is reached with Mass General Brigham leadership, their union announced.
Business confidence held in negative territory in September
Business confidence ticked upwards among Massachusetts employers in September but sentiment remained in negative territory and torn between the impacts of growth and rising costs.
Thousands of cases of Gatorade recalled nationwide: FDA
NEW YORK (PIX11) -- PepsiCo, Inc. is recalling 122,021 cases of Gatorade nationwide due to undeclared Yellow No. 6 and possibly Yellow No. 5, according to the FDA. The affected products include 28-ounce bottles of Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange, and Gatorade Orange Zero. Recalled…
Boston native Karl Deisseroth among winners of Nobel Prize in medicine
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel win Nobel Prize in medicine.
SEC coach: Everyone 'disappointed when they play Alabama'
Since the loss to the Tide, this SEC school has been on the roll.
‘If South Station is a welcome mat, we want to be the welcome hug.’ A first look at the tower’s 9th-floor restaurant.
The Moseley opens Monday.
My thyroid is gone — so why do I still need radioactive treatment?
Radioactive iodine concentrates in thyroid tissue, posing minimal danger to the heart and stomach.
Kid Rock makes plea for teen drummer with brain tumor: ‘A very difficult time’
Fans have been lifting the teen up in prayer.
Nobel Prize in medicine goes to 3 scientists for brain activity research
The Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded Monday to three scientists working on the mechanisms the brain uses to switch on or off the activity of individual nerve cells.
Mandatory water use limits in Holyoke during Route 202 repairs
Holyoke Water Works is instituting a mandatory essential water use restriction throughout the city while final repairs to the Route 202 water main are underway.
What’s next for Boston’s Museum of African American History? A Q&A with Noelle Trent
The museum’s president and CEO discussed its future following layoffs, financial uncertainty, graffiti, and an incident involving a package set on fire outside one of its locations.
Dry Pattern, Crisp Air
That’s more like it! Classic early October weather returned over the weekend with a sparkling Saturday as temps ran up into the 60s to near...
Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists, including Boston native, for research into brain activity
The Nobel committee lauded their work, writing on X that the method “is now being used in laboratories around the world to reveal the brain’s mysteries.”
The Big E concludes 17-day run in West Springfield
The Big E concluded its 17-day run on Sunday, drawing families and visitors to the fairgrounds for the final day of amusement rides, food, and games.
Charlie Baker, the party pooper
Former governor Charlie Baker is endorsing Question 3, which would do away with partisan primaries for state elections.
Ancient glaciers shaped Rhode Island. To trace their path, URI geologists know where to look.
From Newport’s Cliff Walk to Block Island, the Ocean State’s landscape features glacial deposits, a whole lot of bedrock, and even the official state rock, Cumberlandite.
Motorcyclist injured in crash with pickup truck in Easthampton
A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital following a crash in Easthampton Sunday night.
Stanford professor among trio awarded Nobel medicine prize for brain activity research
The Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded Monday to three scientists working on the mechanisms the brain uses to switch on, or off, the activity of individual nerve cells.
Cambridge holds first of its kind civic assembly to debate ShotSpotter program
Cambridge is considering reinstating its ShotSpotter gunshot detection program. But instead of putting it to a vote, they’re asking local residents to weigh in.
RV goes up in flames on I-90 Sunday afternoon
An RV was engulfed in flames in Russell on Sunday afternoon. The blaze occurred on I-90 West. Flames and smoke were coming out of the...
Firefighter injured when house fire reignites in Canton
Firefighters returned to the scene of a house fire in Canton overnight. Crews doused a home on Hickory Lane with water as smoke continued to...
Beautiful fall weather in New England this week, but some could see their first frost
The weekend was split, but the next few days are siding with sunshine and autumn-like temps. We’re seeing a cold front slice through around midday, increasing our winds and drawing down cooler temperatures for tomorrow. Despite the pending drop, we still manage a high temperature around 70 today.
The reporter who knew there was more to Sandra Birchmore’s story — and helped uncover it
This week’s trial comes more than five years after the crime and follows Laura Crimaldi’s persistent investigation.
That changed quickly. Here’s your new ‘get smart’ guide on what to watch a month before the midterms.
From the day after the 2024 election until even just a few weeks ago, there was an accepted definition of the midterm battleground spots and the leading dynamics.
Call of the moose in Maine’s northern reaches
It’s breeding season and the foliage is ablaze. Now, where are the moose?
18-year-old from Lynn accused of stabbing woman to death due back in court
An 18-year-old from Lynn accused of stabbing a woman to death, seemingly at random, will be back in court Monday for a status hearing. Bishop...
Search suspended for 6 people on missing medical flight from Bermuda to Boston
Authorities on Sunday suspended the search off the Massachusetts coast for six people on an air ambulance that disappeared during a flight from Bermuda to Boston.
Jury selection in ex-cop murder trial to begin Tuesday, Matthew Farwell charged in murder of Sandra Birchmore
Jury selection will begin Tuesday in the murder trial of former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell. Farwell is charged with killing 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore in...
What to know about Mass. Ballot Question 8, which would prohibit recreational marijuana
If voters approve Question 8 on Election Day, the sale of recreational marijuana in Massachusetts would once again be barred.
Cornell student who gave police leads in alleged rape says she feels ‘betrayed' over its handling
A Cornell University student gave campus police leads in the alleged rape of Jane Doe in 2024 but expressed dismay over how the authorities handled the case.
Person injured in multi-alarm fire in Canton
One person was injured in a house fire in Canton on Sunday afternoon. Crews responding to a reported structure fire on Hickory Lane closed several...
James Hagens’ growing confidence and other observations from Bruins’ 1st road trip
Mark Kastelic has been a key cog in Boston's forward corps, while Mason Lohrei is making a valid case to remain in the Bruins' starting lineup.
US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
The bombers were redeployed to their home bases in the United States, according to a Pentagon official who was not authorized to discuss sensitive military movements and spoke Sunday on condition of anonymity.
California woman accused of spying on Taiwan leader's family for China arrested by FBI
A California woman accused of working for China as an unregistered foreign agent was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday after she allegedly surveilled the Taiwan president’s U.S.-based family, federal officials said.
At least 1 student facing charges following multiple fights at Whitman-Hanson football game
The fights allegedly involved an assault on a police officer, a student kicking another in the head, and a knife.
Worcester schools launch antiracism campaign after student athletes targeted during away games
“Racism thrives when good people stay quiet,” the superintendent said.
Bills safety trash-talks Efton Chism, says ‘better team lost’ after Patriots beat Buffalo
"A [practice squad] guy made a helluva catch. Probably won’t hear from him again, respectfully."
Patriots earn ‘season-defining win' led by Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel
Around New England and the football world at large, the criticisms for Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye and the New Patriots grew louder and louder throughout the past week. And when the Bills took a five-point lead over the Patriots in the fourth quarter on Sunday, the critics were primed and ready to pounce.
Catch of the season? Patriots' Efton Chism III hauls in absurd TD vs. Bills
A new hero emerged for the New England Patriots at the perfect time. On the road at the Buffalo Bills in a defining game early in the season, Drake Maye led a late drive to stun the divisional rivals.
Pease Avenue to close for paving in West Springfield
A portion of Pease Avenue in West Springfield is scheduled to close temporarily this week as crews complete paving work.
Crews find 'debris field' from 6-person medical flight missing over the Atlantic en route to Boston
The U.S. Coast Guard says searchers have found a “debris field” off the coast of Nantucket from an air ambulance carrying six people that vanished over the Atlantic. The flight went missing very early Saturday during a flight from Bermuda to Boston.
Rewind: Trust Your Body
This episode was originally released on June 11, 2018. Her doctor categorized her as overweight when she was 5 years old. Her grandmother always introduced her as the “chubby one.” As an adult, she vacillates between moderation and binge-eating, restricting food some weeks, and gorging on cake and ice cream during…
Republican Senate candidate John Deaton tours Burlington ICE facility
Deaton spent about an hour and a half inside ICE's New England headquarters with a campaign staffer, who ICE also allowed in for the tour. Such inspections are typically offered to members of Congress.
In Mass., new guidance stresses health risks of moderate drinking
Health officials in Massachusetts are expanding their advice about alcohol use to emphasize the health risks of regular drinking. The state Department of Public Health says even moderate drinking — one glass a day for women or two for men — can increase the chances of developing some types of cancer, high blood…
A road trip through American history
Historian Beverly Gage hit the road to learn about our country's history. She visited more than 300 historic sites -- from museums and battlefields to roadside attractions. What she learned about how America honors its history.
Senior Class: Gerontocracy in America
Older Americans have amassed massive wealth, power and voter influence. On Point's special series "Senior Class: Gerontocracy in America" explores the causes and impacts of this generational imbalance.
Students voice concerns after Tufts pauses prison re-entry program
The Tufts University Prison Initiative offers higher education courses inside the state prison in Shirley and a re-entry program.
Question 2: Mass. public defenders ask voters to let them form a union
For years, many attorneys for the Committee for Public Counsel Services have tried to form a union. But unlike other government employees, they're not allowed to collectively bargain under state law.