Nation

US measles cases reach 33-year high as outbreaks spread

The United States has reached its highest annual measles case tally in 33 years, hitting at least 1,277 confirmed cases across 38 states and the District of Columbia. Continue reading →

Nation

American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds

The health of US children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with youngsters today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases, and mental health problems like depression, a new study says. Continue reading →

Nation

Trump is reshaping a student loan forgiveness program. Some fear politics will decide who qualifies.

The Education Department is preparing an overhaul that would strip the benefit from organizations involved in “illegal activities,” with the final determination left up to the US education secretary. Continue reading →

World

Ship attacked in the Red Sea after a bulk carrier sinking claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels

Two Liberian-flagged ship attacks and a round of Israeli airstrikes early Monday targeting Houthi rebels raised fears of a renewed Houthi campaign against shipping. Continue reading →

World

Ukraine reports at least 11 dead and over 80 injured in Russian attacks

At least 11 civilians were killed in Ukraine in Russian attacks; meanwhile, Russia's transport minister was found dead in an apparent suicide. Continue reading →

World

Australian woman found guilty in ‘mushroom murder case’

An Australian woman has been found guilty of murdering three relatives and attempting to murder another by feeding them a lunch laced with death cap mushrooms, bringing to a close a two-month trial replete with family drama, fungal ingredients, and allegations of deception. Continue reading →

Columns

Healey walks a tightrope on immigration

Finding the state’s way on immigration means trying to retroactively tailor policy to where the public is. Continue reading →

Editorials

Gaza’s suffering needs to end

The war launched by Hamas has left the territory in ruins. Rebuilding the strip will require a deal to return Israeli hostages, remove Hamas from power, and bring in the international community. Continue reading →

Letters

As Texas reels and mourns, questions raised over agency cuts

Local offices of the National Weather Service were missing meteorologists and professionals in other key roles. Continue reading →

Higher Education

MIT is targeted in vandalism and video

The university is investigating graffiti found on the doors of the Stata Center, the university's computer science and AI lab. Continue reading →

Crime & Courts

The beat cop returns to Boston housing developments

The Boston Housing Police, long a neglected and moribund agency, has tripled its budget in recent years and says it is investing in community policing. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Photos: How to savor every second of summer

“As I See It,” a weekly photo column by Pulitzer Prize winner Stan Grossfeld, brings the stories of New England to Globe readers. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Richard Fitts earns career win No. 1 as Red Sox’ winning streak climbs to four with series-opening victory over Rockies

Fitts pitched into the sixth inning, and the offense backed the righthander with a three-run second and two-run fifth before padding the lead late. Continue reading →

Celtics

Medical concerns with Jrue Holiday prompt Celtics, Trail Blazers to alter terms of trade

The Celtics also completed the three-team deal in which Kristaps Porzingis and a 2026 second-round pick were traded to the Hawks in exchange for Georges Niang and a 2031 second-round pick. Continue reading →

PWHL

They struggled to find bars that would show women’s sports on TV — so they’re building their own

A group of childhood friends teamed up to form the ownership group of a Boston franchise of The Sports Bra, a bar and restaurant dedicated to showing exclusively women’s sports. Continue reading →

Bold Types

New MIT provost looks to build more bridges with CEOs

Anantha Chandrakasan hopes to remain MIT's go-to person for corporate partnerships, even as he takes on new responsibilities as the institute's new provost. Continue reading →

Business

‘It’s a double-edged sword’: What does the influx of chain restaurants mean for Chinatown?

Global Asian brands are landing in Boston’s Chinese enclave, and rents are going up for the mom-and-pops that have long thrived there. Continue reading →

Business

Cannabis testing lab appeals shutdown order, sues regulators

Assured Testing Laboratories claimed the Cannabis Control Commission overstepped its authority and violated Assured’s due process rights by issuing the order without a hearing. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Günther Uecker, who punctuated his art with nails, dies at 95

Mr. Uecker helped revolutionize postwar European art. Continue reading →

Obituaries

Carla Maxwell, keeper of the José Limón flame, dies at 79

Ms. Maxwell led the José Limón Dance Company for nearly 40 years, sustaining and building a legacy for the founder. Continue reading →

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Television

‘American Masters’ explores the origins of Hannah Arendt

A documentary about the political thinker offers a message about today’s politics. Continue reading →

Love Letters

My husband, who works remotely, is annoyed when I get home

Is remote work the issue? Continue reading →

Books

New mystery from Gloucester-based author Peter Swanson is a thriller-in-reverse

The best-selling author appears at Harvard Book Store Tuesday night to discuss his newest thriller, set on the North Shore. Continue reading →