How long will Drake Maye stay Jacoby Brissett’s understudy?
On Boston Globe Today: Will Drake Maye be a star this season? Or left waiting in the wings?
Reporter Christopher Price and columnist Tara Sullivan break down how long the Patriots' number two quarterback will stay Jacoby Brissett’s shadow.
Bostonians and Globe staffers critique Hollywood’s Boston accents
Bostonians vs. Hollywood: Which actors nailed the Boston accent? And who fell short?
Dorchester native and reporter @emilysweeney asked Globe staffers and everyday Bostonians about their favorite — and least favorite — accents on screen.
Bumpy road for Boston's bike lane network
On Boston Globe Today: It’s been a bumpy road for Boston’s bike lane network.
Cycling in the city has gotten safer, but there are still challenges.
Transportation reporter Taylor Dolven explains what needs to shift.
Plane seat belt rules stuck in a holding pattern
On Boston Globe Today: Climate change is making skies less friendly. But, seat belts aren’t required at all times. Why?
Travel writer and columnist Christopher Muther explains why the requirements haven’t changed in decades.
Severe thunderstorms have dumped hail and flooding rains across Southern New England. Follow live updates as we continue to track the storms. https://trib.al/KXzMzlr
'Quiet vacationing': Playing hooky on steriods
On Boston Globe Today: Who needs PTO when you can log on from anywhere? Enter quiet vacationing, aka working remotely while traveling — without telling anyone.
Is it ethical? Reporter Beth Teitell answers.
The second night of the Democratic National Convention included speeches from former president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, who called on the nation to embrace Vice President Kamala Harris.
Find the latest updates: https://trib.al/kh8e26u
What to watch at the Democratic National Convention
The stage is set for the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
But the Harris-Walz ticket isn’t the only thing in the spotlight. Politics editor Victoria McGrane reports from Chicago with what to expect.
“Good riddance and goodbye,” Governor Maura Healey said of Steward Health Care at a Friday press conference.
The Healey administration said preliminary deals have been struck to keep six of the Steward hospitals open under new operators. https://trib.al/JxgUdkh
EVs need Black Drivers
Electric vehicles need Black drivers. Why aren’t they buying?
As tech reporter @GlobeTechLab explains, lifestyle choices may be a factor.
Three newly freed Americans are back on US soil.
The US and Russia completed their biggest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history on Thursday. Before midnight, journalist Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, and Alsu Kurmasheva reunited with their families. President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris also were at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to greet them. https://trib.al/2mU47di
Vice President Kamala Harris responded Wednesday night to former president Donald Trump’s false suggestion that she misled voters about her race, saying “the American people deserve better.” Read the latest updates. https://trib.al/E35HLRG
Former president Donald Trump falsely questioned Kamala Harris’s race during an appearance before the National Association of Black Journalists in Chicago on Wednesday.
The White House said the comments were “repulsive.” Follow live updates. https://trib.al/mrRNKd2
How Providence can save WaterFire
On Boston Globe Today: Imagine Providence without WaterFire. The world-renowned fire installation could go up in smoke.
Rhode Island columnist Dan McGowan unpacks why and if it can be saved.
Nantucket residents exposed to potentially harmful fiberglass debris
On Boston Globe Today: Nantucket residents want answers after a wind turbine crashed into the ocean, sending potentially harmful fiberglass debris ashore.
Reporter Nick Stoico breaks down how we got here and what happens next.
Two boaters escaped injury after a whale lunged onto their vessel and caused it to capsize in a remarkable scene caught on video in the waters near Portsmouth, N.H., on Tuesday morning. https://trib.al/hbW6Omb
James Pindell: What Democrats and Republicans must do to win
On Boston Globe Today: Biden bowing out shakes up the race for president. What do Democrats and Republican have to do to win the White House?
Political reporter James Pindell breaks down the path to victory for both sides.
Houseplant problems? The doctor is in.
On Boston Globe Today: Houseplant problems? The doctor is in! 🌿
Julio César Román of Micro Plant Studio in Southie shares common mistakes plant parents make and the gimmicks to avoid.
So long Charlie: MBTA launches contactless payments
On Boston Globe Today: So long, Charlie! Starting August 1st, MBTA riders can leave their Charlie Cards at home, and tap their phone or credit card instead.
What do riders need to know? Transportation reporter Taylor Dolven has answers.