ICE Wants Boston’s Robot Dog
ICE is looking to Boston Dynamics’ Spot robots for high-risk immigration operations. The real question isn’t whether the robot is armed, but what changes when immigration enforcement can send cameras, sensors and remotely operated machines in first.
Voting in the Massachusetts Primary Today? It May Be Quieter Than You Think
No crowds. No lines. Easy parking. Even with an inactive voter status to straighten out, I was couch to couch in 15 minutes. Here's what Massachusetts voters should know before heading to the polls.
The Union Oyster House Turns 200 — and Gets a New Owner
The Union Oyster House has been serving Boston since 1826. Now, as the legendary restaurant celebrates its 200th anniversary, it has a new owner. Here’s the extraordinary history behind one of Boston’s most enduring landmarks.
Massachusetts Could Get $516 Million From Meta. And We’re Still Debating Whether Kids Need Protection?
Massachusetts could receive up to $516 million from Meta over alleged harm to young people. We’re preparing to spend hundreds of millions dealing with the damage. Maybe it’s time to get more serious about preventing it.
Why Does Boston Carry Saints Through the Streets?
Saint Anthony’s Feast returns to Boston’s North End August 27–30 for its 107th year. Behind the food, music and famous 10-hour procession is a tradition Italian immigrants carried from Montefalcione to Boston in 1919.
Massachusetts Is Vaccinating Wild Raccoons From the Sky. Here's Why.
Massachusetts is vaccinating wild raccoons from the sky. Thousands of fish-scented oral rabies vaccine packets will be distributed across Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. Here's how it works — and what to do if you find one.