Architect of Srebrenica genocide is dead but those scarred by his atrocities say his ideology is still shockingly pervasive
‘The butcher may be gone, but to many he is a hero’: victims condemn glorification of Mladić
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They kept a secret about a R.I. priest for more than 50 years. But when they read the AG's investigative report, the five former altar boys realized they weren't the only ones allegedly molested at the priest's lakefront cottage, which he called "Virgin Wood." www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/26/m...
They kept a secret about a priest for more than 50 years. Now, thanks to a new R.I. law, they’re suing the Catholic church. - The Boston Globe
“There’s a degree of shame,” said the lawyer for the five former altar boys, who say they were abused at a priest’s cabin in the 1970s. “They all feel like that they let these other boys down, because...
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As he prepared to move from his apartment, Globe housing reporter Andrew Brinker waded through thousands of listings, unresponsive brokers, and fierce competition with other tenants.
The Globe’s housing reporter thought he’d have an edge finding an apartment. He had no idea what was coming. - The Boston Globe
As he prepared to move, Globe housing reporter Andrew Brinker waded through thousands of listings, unresponsive brokers, and fierce competition with other tenants.
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VICTORY: The Guild @postguild.bsky.social wins reinstatement for @washingtonpost.com columnist @karenattiah.bsky.social in wrongful termination arbitration, underscoring the protections collective bargaining agreements provide workers against retaliatory discipline ✊ wbng.org/news/karen-a...
The Guild wins reinstatement for Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah in wrongful termination arbitration
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Oregon was the first state to establish a legalized and regulated psilocybin industry. Since then, thousands have tried magic mushrooms. Here is the first data from the state's real life experiment. n.pr/4wFENxQ
Real-world study of Oregon's nonmedical psilocybin program shows promise
Oregon was the first state to establish a legalized and regulated psilocybin industry. Since then, thousands have tried magic mushrooms. Here is the first data from the state's real life experiment.
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Ronald L. Fischer, the former doctor who spent 21 years evading authorities as a fugitive from Rhode Island, was referred to the public defender’s office Monday after telling a judge he has been unable to hire a private lawyer because his assets are frozen. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/17/m...
In court, fugitive R.I. doctor Ronald Fischer says frozen assets prevent him from hiring a lawyer - The Boston Globe
The former anesthesiologist disappeared while on trial for sexual assault in 2005. One victim’s son says the family is concerned Fischer “continues to play games with the judicial system.”
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Inside DHS' "mass spying campaign" targeting leftist groups + ICE protesters: -undercover agents posed as protesters at meetings + secretly recorded -agents infiltrated Signal chats + encouraged others to do "direct action" -DHS got financial records of major groups, incl SEIU + Sunrise Movement
US conducted ‘mass spying campaign’ against leftwing groups and anti-ICE protesters, records reveal
DHS sent undercover agents to meetings and infiltrated chats of groups opposing Trump’s immigration crackdown
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A new AP-Ipsos poll finds that Americans overwhelmingly see major benefits to kids playing organized sports, but higher-income families are more likely to participate.
Higher-income families more likely to enroll kids in organized sports, an AP-Ipsos poll finds
A new AP-Ipsos poll finds Americans overwhelmingly see major benefits to children playing organized sports, but higher-income families are more likely to participate.
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The new report found Latino families in Massachusetts have a median net wealth of just $1,200; Black families have only slightly more, at $7,800. White families, on the other hand, have a median net wealth of $549,200. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/12/m...
How wealthy are Massachusetts families? A new survey reveals enormous racial divides. - The Boston Globe
Even in Massachusetts, where the overall median net worth is $374,000, deep structural inequities persist.
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This new report shows that one-third of families in Massachusetts don’t have $400 to cover emergency expenses. We want to hear from you about an emergency expense you faced, and what that meant for you. A reporter may reach out.
Tell us about a recent emergency expense. How much did it cost you? - The Boston Globe
A new report shows that one-third of families in Massachusetts don’t have $400 to cover emergency expenses. We want to hear from you about an emergency expense you faced, and what that meant for you.
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Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Minnesota Democratic Senate primary in the latest victory for an insurgent progressive over the party’s establishment. bit.ly/45UHctg
Its only August and more than 2.9 million acres have already burned across Washington and Oregon this year. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
‘Unprecedented, dangerous territory’: US north-west reckons with a summer of historic wildfires
Extreme conditions in Washington and Oregon have fueled fast-moving fires, leaving the region draped in toxic plumes – and the danger isn’t over
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Sometimes you can sit on the banks of that river, contemplating. Sometimes you can watch yourself float past. And other times you can feel yourself sinking. chrisserres.substack.com/p/thoughts-o...
Thoughts on naloxone, 'thin places' and resurrections
“Who doesn’t want to just disappear, at some point in the day, in a year, to just step off the map and float?” — Nick Flynn, Another Bullshit Night in Suck City
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Drug addiction groups are reeling after Trump officials said federal grants cannot be used to hand out test strips to drug users. The strips help users check street drugs for dangerous adulterants. n.pr/45TAofr
Federal funds can't be used to give test strips to drug users, raising overdose fears
Drug addiction groups are reeling after Trump officials said federal grants cannot be used to hand out test strips to drug users. The strips help users check street drugs for dangerous adulterants.
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What’s wrong with the Blue Line? The oft-reliable T line is coming off a troubling bout of service interruptions that agency officials say is difficult to diagnose.
What’s wrong with the Blue Line? - The Boston Globe
T officials admit the current state of the Blue Line is neither acceptable nor easily diagnosed.
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Minnesotans who organized bus stop escorts and grocery deliveries during the immigration crackdown are now becoming Democratic party delegates, campaign volunteers and even candidates for office.
Volunteer network born during immigration crackdown becomes DFL organizing force
Minnesotans who organized bus stop escorts and grocery deliveries during the immigration crackdown are now becoming party delegates, campaign volunteers and even candidates for office.
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“That’s the first time I can truly say it takes all 26 guys,” Garrett Whitlock said. “Because, yeah, that was crazy.” The Red Sox have a new wildest win of their wild season: www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/06/s...
Red Sox outlast White Sox in 13 innings in their wildest game of the season - The Boston Globe
Boston won its eighth in a row and is 31-5 in its last 36 games.
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Milton town officials have focused unusual attention on Tucker Elementary School: Its children, particularly Black students, are more likely to be investigated for violating residency requirements than any other elementary school in Milton, according to a Globe analysis. trib.al/zK6Evtm
Milton’s tactics stand out compared to other school districts. In some cases, the town pays police officers to conduct surveillance of children’s homes, going so far as to inspect the student’s bedroom, as part of residency investigations. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/05/m...
Milton schools aggressively investigate residency. Black students face more scrutiny, records show. - The Boston Globe
Milton’s tactics stand out compared to other school districts. In some cases, the town pays police officers to conduct surveillance of children’s homes.
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A pattern defined much of Ronald Fischer’s life on the run: Construct an identity that projected success, sophistication, and unquestioned legitimacy. The right résumé, the right boat, and the right social circles could make almost anyone seem beyond suspicion. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/06/m...
A fugitive doctor evaded capture for decades. Then one mistake brought everything crashing down. - The Boston Globe
Ronald Fischer spent 21 years on the run for sexual assault, living under false identities as a biotech executive, doctor, and master sailor — until federal marshals tracked him down.
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As the UN Secy General says, the Euro wildfires are just an opening act to the El Nino bearing down on planet earth. It's time for smart politicians to stop climate hushing and start getting ahead of the heat. open.substack.com/pub/billmcki...
High Heat, High Drama
Europe is starting to provide some answers about the next step in the climate fight
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NEW: Providence voters will be asked to make a decision this fall about divesting city assets from countries committing atrocities, a move aimed at Israel. It appears to be the first ever citizen-led question to get enough signatures to make the ballot. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/30/m...
Ballot question aimed at Israel will ask Providence voters to divest city funds - The Boston Globe
If approved by voters in November, the citizen-led effort aims to divest city assets from countries committing human rights violations and companies that are "complicit".
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European football's 55 member associations have voted to boycott World Cups if the sport's governing body proceeds with a plan to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. www.bbc.com/sport/footba...
Fifa World Cup: Uefa to boycott tournament if Gianni Infantino's investment plans go through
Uefa says "the World Cup is not for sale" after its 55 member associations vote to boycott future tournaments if Fifa and its president, Gianni Infantino, do not back down on their investment proposal...
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to create a $20 billion company running the World Cup with private investors, including the Kushner family, was announced – and immediately attacked by European soccer body UEFA.
FIFA plan for privatizing World Cup meets fury from UEFA | CNN
FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to privatize World Cup using investors with ties to US President Donald Trump attacked by European soccer body UEFA.
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⚡️UN records highest civilian casualty toll in Ukraine since 2022. The mission verified at least 274 civilian deaths and 1,763 injuries during the month, the highest monthly casualty toll recorded in the past four years.
UN records highest civilian casualty toll in Ukraine since 2022
The mission verified at least 274 civilian deaths and 1,763 injuries during the month, the highest monthly casualty toll recorded in the past four years.
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Residents warn project could worsen gambling addiction and raise rents, while developers promise jobs
New York Chinatown fears impact of $8bn casino development, calling it ‘predatory project’
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The Red Sox matched a franchise record with their 15th win in a row, defeating the Baltimore Orioles in the opener of a day-night doubleheader at Fenway Park. trib.al/uiIKU67
Over the last decade, our understanding of what causes these neurological disorders, which are technically a sub-category of headache, has progressed enormously, alongside the options for treating them. www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
The truth about migraines: what causes them – and how to find relief
Over the last decade, the understanding of these devastating headaches has grown enormously, as has the understanding of what can be done to treat them
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“There was just a great feeling of excitement and cross cultural belonging and connection and discovery that was really unlike anything I’ve ever seen in Providence,” said Alison Mountford, Marketing Director of Track 15, a downtown food hall.
Rhode Island went all in on the World Cup. Many businesses think it paid off. - The Boston Globe
“There was just a great feeling of excitement and cross cultural belonging and connection and discovery that was really unlike anything I’ve ever seen in Providence,” Track 15 Marketing Director Aliso...
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Members of the Biden Administration struggled to understand how Israel could justify the scale of destruction in Gaza. A State Department official said, “We were all shocked at how aggressive and deadly it was, and asking, ‘What the fuck are they doing?’ ” newyorkermag.visitlink.me/aApLcv
