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Boston
fromBoston.com
15 hours ago

Northeastern students rally over lack of communication after recent violence

Students at Northeastern University demand better communication and transparency from the administration regarding safety incidents near campus.
Fundraising
fromBoston.com
16 hours ago

How a blind man from Mass. made it possible for others with low vision to build Lego sets

Bricks for the Blind provides accessible Lego building instructions for blind and visually impaired individuals.
fromBoston.com
8 hours ago

Derrick White talks beer, being a Bostonian, and a promising Celtics playoff run

The crowd does a good job, like knowing the game - might be a little different from other fan bases. It might not be the person who scores. It might just be the little plays, and that's what I try to do out there.
Boston Celtics
#massachusetts
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
16 hours ago

Mass. House to vote on youth social media ban, strict school cellphone ban

Massachusetts lawmakers are advancing legislation to ban social media for children under 14 and restrict cellphone use in schools.
Boston
fromBoston.com
14 hours ago

Where you live in Mass. can shape your electric bill - is yours getting out of control?

Electricity costs in Massachusetts vary significantly based on utility provider, with municipal utilities often charging half the rates of investor-owned companies.
Boston
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
4 days ago

Are More People Moving Into Boston Or Are They Leaving? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Massachusetts experiences domestic outmigration, but overall population growth continues due to international immigration and higher birth rates.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
16 hours ago

Mass. House to vote on youth social media ban, strict school cellphone ban

Massachusetts lawmakers are advancing legislation to ban social media for children under 14 and restrict cellphone use in schools.
Boston
fromBoston.com
14 hours ago

Where you live in Mass. can shape your electric bill - is yours getting out of control?

Electricity costs in Massachusetts vary significantly based on utility provider, with municipal utilities often charging half the rates of investor-owned companies.
Boston
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
4 days ago

Are More People Moving Into Boston Or Are They Leaving? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Massachusetts experiences domestic outmigration, but overall population growth continues due to international immigration and higher birth rates.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
19 hours ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
#ai
Business
fromFortune
3 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
Data science
fromMedium
16 hours ago

The Minds Shaping AI: Meet the Keynote Speakers at ODSC AI East 2026

The ODSC AI East 2026 keynote speakers provide insights into the future of AI, focusing on its real-world impact and societal implications.
Business
fromFortune
3 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
Venture
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I moved across the world to get into the Ivy League. Then I quit Brown after a year to launch a VC firm at 21.

Smaiyl Makyshov founded Multifaceted Capital to focus on community-driven venture capital, particularly within the US boarding school system.
Boston Red Sox
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

The Rafael Devers trade is already haunting the Red Sox in 2026

The Red Sox traded Rafael Devers but have struggled without his impact, currently holding a 2-7 record this season.
#boston
Boston food
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

Where Was The Drama Filmed? A Look at the Boston Locations for the Unconventional Rom-Com

The Drama is a romantic comedy-turned-thriller set in Boston, exploring a couple's relationship before their wedding.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Boston faces budget deficit of nearly $50 million

Boston faces a $48.4 million budget deficit due to external cost pressures, prompting spending freezes and hiring delays.
Boston food
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

Where Was The Drama Filmed? A Look at the Boston Locations for the Unconventional Rom-Com

The Drama is a romantic comedy-turned-thriller set in Boston, exploring a couple's relationship before their wedding.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Boston faces budget deficit of nearly $50 million

Boston faces a $48.4 million budget deficit due to external cost pressures, prompting spending freezes and hiring delays.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

For most workplace tasks, AI is good enough to pass but not good enough to impress, MIT finds | Fortune

AI technology is improving but still struggles to meet quality standards in many workplace tasks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

For most workplace tasks, AI is good enough to pass but not good enough to impress, MIT finds | Fortune

AI technology is improving but still struggles to meet quality standards in many workplace tasks.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Baltimore is pushing back against AI's worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Baltimore is addressing the risks of AI, exemplified by a lawsuit against xAI for generating illegal content.
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Commonwealth Fusion Systems leans on magnets for near-term revenue | TechCrunch

It's the largest deal of this kind to date for CFS, according to COO Rick Needham. The collaboration with Realta Fusion emphasizes the importance of high-temperature superconducting magnets in advancing fusion technology.
OMG science
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
4 days ago

HubSpot moves to outcome-based pricing for some Breeze AI agents | MarTech

HubSpot is implementing outcome-based pricing for its Breeze AI agents to better reflect their value and improve usability.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Mass. man sentenced for online threats to public figures, children, elementary school

A Wilbraham man was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making violent threats against public officials, children, and a local school.
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey is putting AV firms on blast for using human staffers

Human operators are essential for self-driving cars, raising concerns about safety, communication, and industry standards.
#boston-university
Boston
fromBoston.com
15 hours ago

BU president pauses signage policy after Pride flag controversy

Boston University pauses its signage policy after backlash over the removal of Pride flags, aiming to foster further discussion and reflection.
SF LGBT
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

'It felt like a gut punch': Pride flags removed from BU offices ignite free speech, inclusion debate

The removal of Pride flags at Boston University has sparked debate over free expression and the enforcement of a content-neutral signage policy.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

A coalition at Boston University protests the removal of Pride flags, urging a revision of the university's signage policy.
Boston
fromBoston.com
15 hours ago

BU president pauses signage policy after Pride flag controversy

Boston University pauses its signage policy after backlash over the removal of Pride flags, aiming to foster further discussion and reflection.
SF LGBT
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

'It felt like a gut punch': Pride flags removed from BU offices ignite free speech, inclusion debate

The removal of Pride flags at Boston University has sparked debate over free expression and the enforcement of a content-neutral signage policy.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

A coalition at Boston University protests the removal of Pride flags, urging a revision of the university's signage policy.
fromHarvard Gazette
6 days ago

Writing us back from the brink - Harvard Gazette

"We're talking about political leaders who were moved by an enormous sense of responsibility and fear for the world."
Russo-Ukrainian War
#nfl
fromMusket Fire
1 day ago
New England Patriots

NFL execs question Patriots' decision to sign their top free agent

Patriots signed Romeo Doubs as a wide receiver, but reactions are mixed regarding his impact compared to Stefon Diggs.
New England Patriots
fromMusket Fire
4 days ago

Patriots' rival gaining buzz as top destination for fast-rising NFL star

The New York Jets are enhancing their roster to compete in the AFC East, focusing on both defense and acquiring young offensive talent.
New England Patriots
fromMusket Fire
1 day ago

NFL execs question Patriots' decision to sign their top free agent

Patriots signed Romeo Doubs as a wide receiver, but reactions are mixed regarding his impact compared to Stefon Diggs.
New England Patriots
fromMusket Fire
4 days ago

Patriots' rival gaining buzz as top destination for fast-rising NFL star

The New York Jets are enhancing their roster to compete in the AFC East, focusing on both defense and acquiring young offensive talent.
Education
fromFortune
1 day ago

Meet a former VC who has a plan to prepare American students for an AI-disrupted future | Fortune

American education must adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing workforce influenced by artificial intelligence.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
1 day ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

'Best college tradition anywhere'- Harvard Gazette

"This is a wonderful day for the students to show their spirit and kind of shed the super-academic, super-intense [persona] and just really be fun College students enjoying a little healthy competition."
NYC LGBT
Boston Red Sox
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Here's the latest on Red Sox Triston Casas, Johan Oviedo's injuries

Triston Casas's rib injury is not expected to be long-term, allowing him to resume hitting activities soon.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

5 best new restaurant openings and dining updates in Boston (April 3, 2026)

Greater Boston's dining scene is expanding with new restaurant openings from renowned chefs and diverse eateries in the coming months.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Harvard Law Students Push School To Divest From ICE & Law Firms That Support Them - Above the Law

Support for ICE is declining as Americans criticize its enforcement tactics and call for divestment from companies aiding immigration enforcement.
#ai-impact
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
4 days ago

New MIT jobs report: Why AI's work impact will roll in like a rising tide, not a crashing wave

AI's impact on jobs may take longer than expected, allowing workers more time to adapt.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
14 hours ago

College graduates' outlook on the job market is only getting bleaker

College students are increasingly worried that AI will replace entry-level jobs, with 89% expressing concern in a recent study.
Higher education
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

A Growing Number of College Students Are Switching Majors - Here's What's Behind It

One in six college students changed their major due to AI's perceived impact on the job market, with many considering a switch.
fromAxios
5 days ago
Higher education

More students in these majors are switching due to AI: poll

AI significantly influences college students' major choices and job market perceptions.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
4 days ago

New MIT jobs report: Why AI's work impact will roll in like a rising tide, not a crashing wave

AI's impact on jobs may take longer than expected, allowing workers more time to adapt.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
14 hours ago

College graduates' outlook on the job market is only getting bleaker

College students are increasingly worried that AI will replace entry-level jobs, with 89% expressing concern in a recent study.
Higher education
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

A Growing Number of College Students Are Switching Majors - Here's What's Behind It

One in six college students changed their major due to AI's perceived impact on the job market, with many considering a switch.
Higher education
fromAxios
5 days ago

More students in these majors are switching due to AI: poll

AI significantly influences college students' major choices and job market perceptions.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Young graduates face the grimmest job market in years

The unemployment rate for college graduates ages 22-27 soared to 5.6% at the end of last year, up sharply over the past three years and outstripping the overall rate of 4.2%.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Vermont labor board orders state to end return-to-office requirement for employees

The Vermont Labor Relations Board has ordered that Gov. Phil Scott's administration 'rescind' a controversial requirement that state employees return to their physical offices three days per week. The board stated that the state has 'refused to bargain in good faith and interfered with employees' exercise of rights' in requiring in-person work.
Remote teams
Boston
fromTelecompetitor
15 hours ago

Massachusetts to distribute 27K devices to bridge digital divide

Massachusetts will distribute nearly 27,000 internet-enabled devices to underserved communities to close the digital divide.
#boston-restaurants
Boston food
fromBoston Magazine
3 days ago

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2026

Boston's dining scene features exciting new restaurants and revisits to older spots, offering diverse culinary experiences.
Boston food
fromBoston Magazine
3 days ago

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2026

Boston's dining scene features exciting new restaurants and revisits to older spots, offering diverse culinary experiences.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

5 restaurants we can't wait to try in April

New global restaurants in Boston include coastal Greek, Chinese-Peruvian, and wood-fired Spanish cuisines, opening throughout April.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Meta's CTO has some advice for college students wanting to work in tech: 'Constantly be building.'

You just have to immerse yourself in it. You should just constantly be building. That's what's going to give you the best chance of having the relevant skill set that is needed to make a difference in technology.
Education
#red-sox
#higher-education
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Boston police fatally shoot suspect allegedly wielding sword near Northeastern University campus

An armed man experiencing a mental health crisis was fatally shot by police after attacking them with a sword near Northeastern University.
OMG science
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Ultra-cool step toward transformative technologies - Harvard Gazette

Harvard physicists enhanced a pressure measurement device with quantum sensors to study superconductors, revealing new insights into why promising superconductor materials produce inconsistent results.
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

What an Ivy League Education Really Gets You

Graduates from elite universities dominate key sectors of the economy and culture despite being a small percentage of the population.
Boston real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

The Best Places to Live in Massachusetts, According to a New Ranking

Lowell, Massachusetts ranks as the best place to live in Massachusetts by blending industrial heritage with modern amenities, diverse cultural institutions, and major employers in healthcare, manufacturing, and education.
Education
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Medford schools to close on Good Friday due to staffing shortages

Medford schools will be closed on April 3 due to a staffing shortage caused by high absenteeism.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Clover Food Lab puts itself on the market

Clover Food Lab is seeking a buyer after stabilizing post-bankruptcy and plans to expand its locations across New England.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Here are the richest people in Massachusetts, according to Forbes

Forbes released its annual World's Billionaires List this week, and it's the biggest one yet. The ranking now includes a record 3,428 entrepreneurs, investors, and heirs who together hold an unprecedented $20.1 trillion in wealth, up $4 trillion from last year. The United States leads the pack with 989 billionaires, and nearly 30 of them have ties to Massachusetts.
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Oracle layoffs begin globally; impact on Mass. workforce unclear

Oracle is laying off employees globally as part of a broader organizational change, with estimates of up to 30,000 job cuts.
#ai-education
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Education

A new program will make Boston the 1st major-city school district to require AI training

Education
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

A new program will make Boston the 1st major-city school district to require AI training

Boston will implement an AI educational program to ensure all public high school graduates are proficient in AI by September.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

'My scientific career is essentially over.' A brain drain imperils Massachusetts' biomedical future.

Over two-thirds said they recommend their students consider careers outside academia. The majority had delayed hiring in their labs, and one-third had laid off workers. More than one in six said they have lost researchers to institutions in other countries since Trump took office. Sixty-eight percent said funding cuts and federal policy changes had moderately or significantly reduced the scope of their work.
Science
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

Megan Lam created a hand-knit MBTA-themed sweater inspired by Boston's public transit and her personal experiences.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

Megan Lam created a hand-knit MBTA-themed sweater inspired by Boston's public transit and her personal experiences.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
#education
Education
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

How high school shapes future success - Harvard Gazette

Higher 10th-grade test scores and college plans correlate with better long-term educational and earning outcomes for students.
Education
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

How high school shapes future success - Harvard Gazette

Higher 10th-grade test scores and college plans correlate with better long-term educational and earning outcomes for students.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Cambridge Day founder Mark Levy is back with a new Cambridge and Somerville news hub

Cambridge Somerville Independent launched as a new local newsroom to fill coverage gaps left by shuttering area newspapers, offering community-focused journalism on government, development, and culture.
Boston real estate
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Massachusetts awards $7.6M to support digital education and training

Massachusetts awarded $7.6 million to 37 housing organizations for digital skills training and device access programs serving public and affordable housing residents.
Higher education
fromCornell Chronicle
5 days ago

Duffield Engineering investment in CNF to expand research and training | Cornell Chronicle

A $9.5 million investment will enhance CNF's capabilities in semiconductor research, education, and workforce training as it approaches its 50th anniversary.
Education
fromHarvard Gazette
3 weeks ago

Want better schools? It's all up to states. - Harvard Gazette

Southern states Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee achieved significant test score gains in math and reading recovery from 2019 to 2024, demonstrating that ambitious state-led literacy reforms can reverse national educational decline.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Boston police investigate stabbing near Northeastern University

One person was hospitalized after a stabbing near Northeastern University on St. Botolph Street.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

After 'No Kings' rally, local organizers are looking to sustain momentum. What's next?

The 'No Kings' coalition in Boston emphasizes ongoing engagement and plans for May Day mobilization with weekly actions and community involvement.
Higher education
fromTime Out New York
6 days ago

Eligible New Yorkers can now apply for a free master's program by JFK airport

A new scholarship offers eligible New Yorkers a fully funded master's degree in aviation management tied to JFK Airport's redevelopment.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

2025 marked Boston area's slowest year of post-pandemic population growth, data shows

Population growth in Massachusetts and the Boston metro area significantly declined in 2025 compared to previous years since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Speakers, performers announced for 'No Kings' Boston rally Saturday

The No Kings Boston protest on March 28 will feature prominent speakers and performers, aiming to address various social issues and attract over 100,000 attendees.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

Department of Defense Severs Academic Ties With Harvard

In a video posted to social media on Friday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said his department will discontinue all graduate-level professional military training, fellowships and certificate programs for active-duty service members at Harvard University starting in the 2026-27 school year. Currently enrolled service members will be allowed to finish their courses, he said. "For too long this department has sent our best and brightest officers to Harvard hoping the university would better understand and appreciate our warrior class," Hegseth said.
US politics
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Boston Public Schools graduation rate reached all-time high last year, still lags behind state average

Boston Public Schools achieved a record 81.3% graduation rate in 2025, up 1.6% from 2024, though still 8 percentage points below the state average of 89.3%.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston police search for man accused of assaulting students

At about 3:19 p.m. Wednesday, police responded to a report of an assault and battery in progress at 226 Causeway St. When officers arrived, they were told that Morel had assaulted multiple students from a nearby school as it was being dismissed, according to Boston police.
Boston
Higher education
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. students place No. 1 nationwide for AP scores, break all-time record

Massachusetts students achieved record-breaking AP exam performance, with 35.8% of public high school graduates scoring 3 or higher, the highest percentage nationwide.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston's innovation economy hits a new milestone in global rankings

Five Boston-area companies achieved record representation on LexisNexis's Top 100 Global Innovators list, demonstrating the region's leadership in biotech, life sciences, and consumer technology innovation.
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Alumni rally to support next generation of researchers - Harvard Gazette

A $50 million donor commitment will match new gifts to create 50 endowed Ph.D. fellowships, securing financial support for doctoral students.
Higher education
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'Jeopardy!' featured a Massachusetts colleges category. Can you run the table?

A Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions category featured Massachusetts colleges: Smith, Amherst, Brandeis, Northeastern, and Mount Holyoke.
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