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boston globes

Globe Wins Big in Rhode Island Journalism Awards

June 28, 2026

The Boston Globe’s Rhode Island office earned a record 34 awards from the state press association, including 14 first‑place honors. The ceremony took place at the Quonset O Club on Friday and celebrated excellence across many fields, from investigative pieces to social‑media storytelling. A stand

sports

How France Played Like the World Cup’s Superstars in Boston

June 28, 2026

The World Cup’s Boston stop had one clear highlight: France turned a scrappy clearance into a breathtaking 13-second attack that left fans buzzing. Everything started when Dayot Upamecano cleared the ball off his own goal line with a risky backheel—no panic play, just pure skill. The ball rolled str

sports

Joe Lauzon steps into the bare-knuckle ring for a fresh challenge

June 27, 2026

A UFC veteran with nearly three decades of mixed martial arts experience is trading gloves for bare fists this summer. Joe Lauzon, who spent 15 years in the UFC and built a reputation as a fan favorite in Boston, will make his bare-knuckle debut at an unusual venue: Fenway Park. The event, scheduled

lifestyle

New Japanese Shop Opens in Boston, Brings Fresh Finds

June 26, 2026

Boston is getting a new spot where shoppers can explore Japanese fashion, beauty items and everyday goods all in one place. The store will be located on Washington Street, next to the old Forever 21 location, and is set to welcome customers for the first time on June 26. The shop will stay open f

sports

Grisham's return boosts Yankees ahead of showdown with Red Sox

June 26, 2026

The New York Yankees have one less injury worry as Trent Grisham returns to action just in time for their high-stakes series against the Boston Red Sox. The center fielder has been working his way back from a hamstring issue that kept him sidelined since mid-June, making his trip to Fenway Park a si

politics

Election Rules Stay With States, Judge Says

June 25, 2026

A federal judge in Boston decided that President Trump’s order to change how elections are run cannot be carried out. The court turned a temporary block from last year into a permanent one, stopping most of the order’s demands. The judge said that the Constitution does not give the President powe

environment

Boston’s dry spell: why the city’s water crisis is more than just a summer slump

June 25, 2026

Boston is staring down its driest year in over a century, with rainfall falling short by more than nine inches so far. That’s not just a minor blip—it’s the biggest shortfall in 152 years of weather records, beating the next driest year by a wide margin. Even a few recent downpours barely made a den

business

A new Asian marketplace arrives in Boston’s shopping hub

June 25, 2026

Downtown Crossing just got a fresh splash of color with a massive new store moving into a space that’s been empty for a while. The spot used to house a large clothing chain but now belongs to Teso Life, a trendy Asian lifestyle retailer making its first stop in New England. This isn’t just another s

crime

Texas Crime Stories That Make You Think Twice

June 24, 2026

North Texas has always been home to some of the most shocking crime stories. Streaming services have turned these real cases into shows that people can’t stop watching. One case from 2020 in New Boston stands out. A woman tricked her pregnant friend into believing they would share a life together. T

politics

Battle Over City Rules on Immigration Checks Hits Dead End in Court

June 23, 2026

A judge in California just shut down a legal fight started by the federal government about how Los Angeles handles help with immigration checks. The court said the city’s rules don’t break any laws and can stay in place. The city has a policy that stops local workers from spending time or money on f