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Cook, Sox make fast work of Seattle
Aaron Cook pitched his third career shutout and 12th complete game as the Sox beat the Mariners.
- On baseball Hernandez fits in Boston
- Sox pitcher Morales continues to impress
- White Sox rough up Yankees, 14-7
- Bruins' Sabban familiar with competition
- Bruins: Rask ready to prove No. 1 status
- Gasper: Will Garnett retire or return?
- Federer, Djokovic survive at Wimbledon
- Lechner of Revolution mends quickly
- Olympics Wieber leads in gymnastics
- Olympics Weltz wins 200-meter swim
Tierney bridles at another attack over gambling claim
Another brother-in-law of Rep. John F. Tierney said the congressman was fully aware of the family's illegal gambling operation, a charge Tierney denied. (Globe)
- Tierneys respond to initial allegations | Discuss
- 6/28: First brother-in-law says Tierney 'knew everything'
- 6/14: Tisei calls on Tierneys to forfeit gambling funds
States may opt out of Medicaid expansion
Legislators in states from New Hampshire to Texas say they are inclined to resist the expansion that could provide coverage for 17 million uninsured people. (Globe)
- graphic States challenge Affordable Care Act | Discuss
- Gov. Patrick insists health law wields penalty, not tax
- 6/29: Mass. residents react to health ruling with relief
- Authors of Affordable Care astounded by its trials
Boston Visitors' Guide Series: North End
Take a virtual stroll through the North End, where the narrow streets give way to a broad, cultural history. Oh, and did we mention the wealth of Italian restaurants?
Tall ships event brings some Coast Guard cadets back home to Boston
For crew members from Mass. aboard the ships that will bring a parade of sails to Boston Harbor this weekend, today's homecoming is quite the big deal. (Boston Globe)
- Ships highlight Boston's maritime heritage | Discuss
- Where to watch the tall ships | Docking locations | Map
- Arrival time of ships | Twitpics | submit Your photos
- Navy Week, OpSail guide | pictures Boston Navy Week
No weekend E train service worries some
In interviews this week, most agreed that losing weekend service on the last leg of the train's route isn't a tragedy, but they did say it is an inconvenience. (Boston Globe)
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- MBTA hikes, route closures start Sunday
- Pictures: Shops moving to Newbury Street
- The love letters of Abigail and John Adams
- Pictures: Movies filmed at Fenway Park
- More changes to Kendall Square
Troopers assaulted, hurt in traffic stop
Two male suspects are facing multiple charges after they assaulted two state troopers during a traffic stop in Andover on Friday night, State Police said. (Boston Globe)
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Salem Harbor Power Station to be sold
A New Jersey power company plans to build a state-of-the-art natural gas-fired plant on a piece of the 63-acre site.
Opinion | Christopher L. Gasper
Will Garnett return to Celtics?
Any hope of challenging for an 18th banner is tied to the 36-year-old Kevin Garnetts return for an 18th season.
Health law authors astounded
Two nonpoliticians from Mass. who helped transform the states health overhaul into national legislation expressed incredulity at how close the law came to being overturned.
OpSail a reason to explore waterfront
As the waterfront evolves, its adding restaurants, green space, and other attractions at a breakneck pace. Consider this your reintroduction.
A carousel with a Boston accent
Riders will sit atop replicas of a right whale, a harbor seal, and an Atlantic cod at the attraction.
Brown center to focus on slavery
The university will examine its historical ties to slavery and explore injustices worldwide with the launch of a center.
Opinion | Gareth Cook
Psychology's surprising self-analysis
Researchers are finding that their experiments might be seriously flawed — the result of relying on too homogenous a sample.
Health & Wellness
Nutrition & you
Sweet secret about soda, sugar, and obesity
While soda, energy drinks, and sports drinks collectively make up the largest category of contributors of added sugars in the American diet, they arent the sole source.
News
Storms knock out power to 2m across eastern US
Violent storms swept through the eastern part of the United States Friday night, killing one and knocking out power to more than 2 million people in the middle of a heat wave.
- world Russia, US key to last-ditch Syria talks in Geneva | Sri Lanka raids news website office; 9 arrested
- nation San Francisco mayor: Working with sheriff would be difficult | Hoax prompts free tacos in Alaska town
- world 6 Uighur men arrested for plane hijack in China | 50 dead, 42 missing from mudslides in China
Politics
Congress passes student loans, highway jobs bill
Congress passed a massive measure that will salvage some 2.8 million jobs and shield college students from sharply higher college loan interest rates. (AP)
- Casino billionaire Adelson giving $10 million to aid GOP | Obama signs stop-gap highway, student loan bill
- Romney ad uses Hillary Clinton criticism of Obama | For Mitt Romney, there's no escaping health care
- More coverage of the presidential candidates Obama | Paul | Romney | Republican delegate tracker
Business
Toyota to recall about 154,000 Lexus SUVs to fix floor mat
Federal safety regulators said that they asked the company to recall about 154,000 Lexus SUVs because their floor mats can trap the gas pedal causing the vehicles to speed up.
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Personal Finance
6 credit report score killers
You've pulled one of your credit reports. Now what? How about giving it the six-minute treatment? A quick check on a handful of indicators can give you an instant appraisal of how good --or bad -- your credit is right now.
Arts & Entertainment
Pop Radar
Adele is pregnant
The "Rolling in the Deep" singer announced on her website that she and her boyfriend, Simon Konecki, are expecting their first child together.
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10 feminine workspaces for hardworking women
Glam, girly or with a powerful palette, these home offices and workspaces give working girls and women the designs they deserve.
Travel
America's Cup racing in Newport
The America's Cup World Series lands in Newport, R.I., this weekend on Narragansett Bay, where visitors to Fort Adams State Park can watch the sailors compete in the brand new AC45 wing-sailed catamarans.
Community
Fourth of July activities for families
Find out about Fourth of July fun for the whole family happening this weekend, including fireworks, carnivals, craft events, and more.
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A microscopic look
The Olympus BioScapes Digital Imaging Competition winners are currently on display at the New York Hall of Science. The exhibit will be on display through August 31st.
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- Straight up Summer cocktail time, anyone?
- Rock the schoolhouse Ruling's effect on education
- Boston Overdrive Driving an electric car with less pain
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