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May. 3, 2012
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A's 4, Red Sox 2
Sox stay cold

Sox stay cold

Missed opportunities seemed to be plentiful for the Red Sox during last night's 4-1 loss to the Athletics.

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Medford officials demand housing chief's resignation

The Medford Housing Authority board and the mayor called for Robert Covelle to resign as still new revelations emerged in a scandal that has engulfed the agency.

Area homes for $475,000 to $500,000

Area homes for $475,000 to $500,000
What kind of home can you buy in the Greater Boston area for $500k? It depends, of course, on location.

NFL stunned by Seau’s apparent suicide

That Junior Seau decided to end his life so soon after a standout career will have the NFL, from the top down, taking a deeper look into what is being done to help players in the transition from the field to regular life. (Globe)
New Nook makes readers glow

New Nook makes readers glow

The new Nook Simple Touch e-reader features an impressive upgrade called GlowLight, giving customers access to millions of books and magazines, even in the dark. (Boston Globe)

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opinion | Yvonne Abraham

Bound by a shared act of heroism

Kathy Delaney and Tommy Proctor will be honored at noon today for rushing into a flaming three-decker in Malden Friday to warn the residents.

Sex assault case haunts gambling director

The family of an alleged sexual assault victim was enraged when Carl Stanley McGee’s former boss said McGee was a victim of a “false accusation” in the 2007 encounter.

Nantucket home on sale for $59m

The waterfront property, which features 20 rooms and 9 1/2 baths on a 70-acre parcel, was put up for sale Sunday.

Yeager works combine beauty and feminism

Many credit Bunny Yeager with establishing the career of the ultimate pinup girl, Bettie Page.
Opinion | Dan Shaughnessy

Pierce may be one of highest five

Paul Pierce’s one-man demolition of the Hawks Tuesday night reminds me that I’m one of the many who have never appreciated Pierce’s true greatness.

ROFLCon brings a convention of Internet hit-makers to MIT

ROFLCon brings a swath of the Internet’s pop culture players and viral celebrities together under one roof.
opinion | Juliette Kayyem

Al Qaeda loses its way

Not only has Al Qaeda lost its leadership, it has lost its bearings, as shown by plummeting support for the group in the Muslim world.

News

'The Scream' brings in $119.9m

'The Scream' brings in $119.9m

It's a scream that's still reverberating around the world. One of the most iconic images in art history -- Edvard Munch's "The Scream" -- has become the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction.

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The best distracting apps for trips

The best distracting apps for trips

Pictures from your 2012 graduation

Pictures from your 2012 graduation

Submit your cat hugs for National Cat Day

Submit your cat hugs for National Cat Day

Lifestyle

Make your own boutonniere and flower crown for prom

Make your own boutonniere and flower crown for prom

We sat down with Newburyport-based Petal Floral Design owner Becca Olcott, who created two easy DIYs for prom goers -- a classic boutonniere and a whimsical flower crown.

Community

Your child's name

Your child's name

What made you choose your son or daughter's name? Local parents share what inspired them. Find out how Willow Erin (left), of Worcester, got her name.

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REAL ESTATE

Globe Home of the Week
Milton home shows off its master suite

Milton home shows off its master suite

This seven-year-old Colonial is within walking distance of Houghton’s Pond and has a breathtaking master suite.
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Cars

Passenger distractions for a long car ride

Passenger distractions for a long car ride

What's the best way to keep the passengers occupied and prevent the driver from getting a headache?
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Jobs

6 ways to ace the phone interview

6 ways to ace the phone interview

The hiring process often moves at lightning speed. That makes the phone screen a serious first interview.
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