Today's Headlines
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Sunday, September 14, 2025
Today's Headlines
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Health

Two years after Mass. expanded doula coverage, here’s what’s working — and what’s not

The program has built one of the most racially and linguistically diverse doula networks in the country. But it's still working through early challenges. Continue reading →

AI/Robotics

Job seekers and hiring managers are using AI, and nobody’s happy

Amid a tight labor market, employers are using AI to find talent and even conduct interviews, while applicants use the technology to write cover letters and prep for interviews. Continue reading →

War on Harvard

Harvard faculty hit hardest by Trump fight are at a crossroads: Without a deal, some say their research is ‘dead’

While Harvard faculty share the fear that a deal with President Trump could infringe upon the university's academic freedom, they also see a settlement as potentially ending significant damage to their life’s work. Continue reading →

Massachusetts

Charlie Kirk’s death shines a spotlight on worsening climate for political discourse on college campuses

Political rhetoric has become increasingly toxic in America, and the stakes are so much higher for those on the losing end of the debate. Continue reading →

Globe Magazine

AI in the classroom? These Latino teens want Boston schools to do more training — now.

Across the country, the rapid spread of generative AI is upending decades-old teaching philosophies and making existing lesson plans obsolete. Continue reading →

She’s a Brazilian in Boston. Now, she says, ‘I feel more Latina than ever.’

From Boston to Worcester, Brazilian culture is infused in the places where immigrants live and work throughout the state. Continue reading →

The electricity is back at Fenway. And so is the late Luis Tiant.

The beloved Red Sox star died last year, but his appearances on the video board during games are keeping his spirit alive. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Trump calls on all NATO countries to stop buying Russian oil, threatens 50% to 100% tariffs on China

President Trump says he believes the Russian-Ukraine war would end if all NATO countries stopped buying oil from Russia and placed tariffs on China of 50% to 100% for its purchases of Russian petroleum Continue reading →

Nation

New York’s ban on cellphones in schools is going ‘better than expected’

A new ritual marks the end of the school day at Brooklyn Technical High School this year. When the metal doors swing open, teenagers reach into their backpacks and rip open the school-issued Velcro pouches that have kept their cellphones out of reach since they arrived in the morning. Continue reading →

Politics

Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Kirk death

FBI Director Kash Patel is set to testify in Congressional hearings amid questions about the investigation into Charlie Kirk's assassination and his handling of the agency. Continue reading →

The World

World

Israeli strikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebels damage residential homes, forcing families to live in ruins

Israel’s deadly airstrikes this week targeting Iran-backed rebels in Yemen have damaged residential areas in the country’s capital of Sanaa, leaving many houses in ruins and residents unable to afford repairs on their own. Continue reading →

World

The perilous path to escape Gaza City

On the coastal road heading south from Gaza City, thousands of people have begun an arduous journey to what they hope will be relative safety. Israel has told them to flee as it prepares to take over the city. Continue reading →

World

Supporters of far-right activist Tommy Robinson clash with London police during massive protest

A massive march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson in London has grown violent as a small group of his supporters clashed with police. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

Editorials

Less braying donkeys, more kicking asses: Save the squabbling. Democrats just need to win in 2026.

To succeed, liberals and centrists will have to agree to disagree — for now — about divisive issues like transgender athletes and the war in Gaza, and rally around a simple message of respect for democratic norms. Continue reading →

Letters