He wanted to make a patriotic movie. He was prosecuted for it — and then disappeared.

Almost a century after the disgraced filmmaker Robert Goldstein vanished, I found him. Continue reading →

We listed our favorite things to do in Greater Boston. You told us what we missed.

Readers recommend their favorite fun spots, bookstores, places to grab a drink, and more. Continue reading →

Here are 8 New England trips that pack food, adventure, and relaxation in just 36 hours

They’re close and packed with food and adventure. And these itineraries do the planning for you. Continue reading →

Nation

Minneapolis shooting reignites debate over gun control and prayer

The debate is not just about the power of prayer. In the United States — with both a large religious population and the most mass shootings in the world — it’s also a polarized debate about gun control. Continue reading →

Nation

2 civilians indicted for their role in a Pearl Harbor fuel spill that sickened 6,000 people in 2021

A grand jury has indicted two civilian workers on charges they caused the Navy to provide the Hawaii Department of Health with false information about jet fuel that spilled from a Pearl Harbor storage facility before it later seeped into drinking water and sickened 6,000 people in 2021. Continue reading →

Nation

‘We left New Orleans, but New Orleans has not left us’

“I didn’t stop loving the city. I’ve loved her ever since I met her.” Continue reading →

World

Israeli airstrike kills Houthi rebel prime minister in Yemeni capital Sanaa

He was the most senior Houthi official killed in the Israeli-U.S. campaign against the Iranian-backed rebels. Continue reading →

World

Palestinian president’s office urges US to reinstate his visa ahead of key UN meetings

The 27-nation European Union asked the Trump administration to reconsider the move, which drew broad criticism. Continue reading →

World

Israel soon will halt or slow aid to northern Gaza as military offensive grows

Israel on Saturday said it would curtail humanitarian aid into parts of northern Gaza, a day after Gaza City was declared a combat zone. Continue reading →

Letters

Putin is pursuing victory, not peace

He will not be deterred unless he is convinced he cannot win on the battlefield. Continue reading →

Letters

Now they’re coming for the Smithsonian

"Once the Trump era passes, the latest chapter in our American story all but guarantees a dedicated separate wing in which racism rises once again," writes one reader. Continue reading →

Editorials

If Trump wants to eliminate fraud at universities, why gut research integrity agencies?

Universities, journals, regulators all have a role in identifying scientific misconduct. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

‘It’s an honor’: Hundreds gather for New Edition celebration, street renaming

New Edition, a legendary R&B group that has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Grammy, was formed in Roxbury in 1978 right at the site of Saturday’s celebration. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Fried clams, Italian ice, and pasta wheels: Festival goers have a wide array of bites at St. Anthony’s Feast

The North End is famous for its vibrant celebrations throughout the summer. Authentic Italian food is a big part of the draw. Continue reading →

K-12

A rash of educators have been accused of sex misconduct

Separate studies by numerous researchers have attempted to quantify educator sexual exploitation of children, but more rigorous examination is needed. Continue reading →

Red Sox

Another rough start for Dustin May ends in Red Sox’ loss to Pirates

The righthander finished 5⅓ innings having allowed seven runs (six earned), eight hits, and four walks. He struck out five. Continue reading →

Patriots

The Robert Kraft-Bill Belichick divorce is as messy as any in our local sports scene, and other thoughts

All that winning had a lot to do with a coach who is downright statue-worthy. Too bad it’ll never happen. Continue reading →

Golf

Rose Zhang encountered struggles for the first time in her career, but she is a better player because of it

Zhang played almost no golf from January to March this year as she chose to go back to Stanford, then sustained an injury. Continue reading →

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Ideas

In Lebanon, a tale of two countries

Lebanon is a failed state where opulence and tragedy coincide. It’s also a critical moment of opportunity for the people to build something better. Will they? Continue reading →

Ideas

New Orleans, after the levees broke

Hurricane Katrina and the lessons that have been unlearned. Continue reading →

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Arts

Why is the 250th American Revolution anniversary being ignored?

Americans were all in on celebrating the bicentennial. But this time around, not so much. Continue reading →

Music

As touring musicians age, so do their fans. And the audience battles begin: sit or stand?

Concert etiquette gets dicey when most of the room isn’t in their 20s anymore. Continue reading →

Television

‘The Office’ spinoff ‘The Paper’ hopes to be ‘a love letter to newspapers’

The show is a mockumentary about the struggling (and fictional) Toledo Truth Teller. Continue reading →

Travel

Want to travel like a pro? Make sure you pack these items on your next trip.

Our travel writer shares his favorites for making life on the road easier. Continue reading →

Travel

Say you get a traffic fine on your overseas vacation — do you really have to pay it?

To find out, we spoke with travelers, legal professionals, and travel industry experts, and the consensus is clear. Continue reading →