April 17, 2026

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Brain scientist: Banning phones in schools isn’t enough — kids need ‘driver’s ed for social media’

Worcester Polytechnic Institute professor Richard Lopez advocates for a holistic approach that includes teaching responsible digital media use in schools.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

Crucial Atlantic current is closer to collapse than previously thought, raising climate risks for the Northeast

A key Atlantic current may collapse this century, potentially impacting temperatures, rainfall, droughts and sea level rise among Europe, Africa and the Americas.

By Hadley Barndollar | HBarndollar@masslive.com

429K phone chargers recalled after user dies, dozens of fire reports

Affected products were sold nationwide on various online retail sites, including Amazon.

By Dallas Gagnon | MassLive.com and Advance Local Express Desk

Malibu Barbie Café turns Boston’s Sugar Factory into pink playscape for all ages

Think pink, pink and more pink.

By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com

Bruins GM speaks highly of Pavel Zacha’s production, confidence coming out of Olympic break

Pavel Zacha had a strong second half of the season that resulted in career-highs in goals and points. Don Sweeney credited the forward's success to getting healthy and resetting during the Olympic break.

By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com

7-round Patriots mock draft 5.0 | Mark Daniels

In this 7-round mock draft, we have the Patriots focusing on long-term planning over immediate needs

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com

After competing Boston Marathon in space, NASA legend Sunita Williams ready to run it again on Earth

Sunita Williams crossed the Boston Marathon finish line barefoot at 17 and ran the race in outer space years later. At 60, she's ready to tackle the course again as the the B.A.A.'s 2026 Patriots’ Award winner.

By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com