Today's Headlines
All of the headlines from today's paper.
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Today's Headlines
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Business

‘The technology just has not kept up’: Truck sales in Mass. are at a standstill over new EV requirements

The state instituted a requirement that electric vehicles make up at least 7 percent of new medium and heavy duty trucks sold in the state. But dealers say the industry isn’t ready. Continue reading →

Economy

Trump is coming for ‘eds and meds.’ That’s a big problem for Massachusetts.

The strength of the Massachusetts economy comes down to one thing: brain power. Now our jobs, research, and talent pool could be vulnerable. Continue reading →

Housing

State commission on housing production targets single-family zoning, other sweeping reforms

A state housing commission recommended Massachusetts undergo a full-scale rethinking of how homes in the state, both market-rate and affordable, are built and maintained. Continue reading →

Television

Watching the Bruins with Jack Edwards, again

A mysterious ailment led the team’s longtime announcer to retire last year. But he still keeps a close eye on those juicy rebounds. Continue reading →

World

Pope Francis is in critical condition after a long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow

“The Holy Father’s condition continues to be critical, therefore, as explained yesterday, the pope is not out of danger,” the Vatican said. Continue reading →

The Nation

Nation

Trump-Putin summit preparations are underway, Russia says

Speaking to Russian state media, Sergei Ryabkov said a possible Putin-Trump summit could involve broad talks on global issues, not just the war in Ukraine. Continue reading →

Nation

A slow-moving California landslide suddenly speeds up

Along the sparkling coast of Southern California, a string of landslides creeping toward the sea has transformed the wealthy community of Rancho Palos Verdes into a disaster zone. Continue reading →

Nation

Everyone agrees kids are safer flying in their own seats, but no one requires it. Why?

“The saddest part is that most families who travel with a lap child think that because it’s allowed, it’s safe,” said a former flight attendant. Continue reading →

The World

World

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing ‘humiliating’ handovers of hostages

The Israeli statement cited “ceremonies that demean the dignity of our hostages and the cynical use of the hostages for propaganda purposes.” Continue reading →

Globe Magazine

‘That could be your family member’: Rare diseases affect 30 million Americans

The National Organization for Rare Disorders is a coalition of patient advocacy groups and the first national nonprofit that represents patients and families affected by all rare diseases. Continue reading →

I’ve been that terrified parent in a Boston Children’s Hospital coffee shop

The man in line ahead of me was in agony. I’d been there myself when my child had cancer. Continue reading →

USAID and other assistance saves millions of lives. Ending it will be devastating.

Eight percent of people on earth are considered “extremely poor,” existing on less than about $2 a day. Continue reading →

Editorial & Opinion

EDITORIAL

Trump called himself a king. The Supreme Court must correct him.

It’s not only crucial for democracy, but it’s the only way for the court to stay consistent with its own rulings. Continue reading →

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