47 m. ago Thune Says Russia Sanctions Vote Could Come as Soon as This Month

Momentum has been building behind a bipartisan bill to impose sanctions on countries that purchase Russian oil, as Republicans work behind the scenes to win President Trump’s support.

Politics

65 m. ago Humanoid robots in the operating room could address surgery delays and staff shortages

As waiting rooms fill up, doctors get increasingly burned out, and surgeries take longer to schedule and more get canceled, humanoid surgical robots offer a solution. That's the argument that UC San Diego robotics expert Michael Yip makes in a perspective piece in Science Robotics.

Culture

66 m. ago Red Sox reportedly ‘monitoring’ Twins starter Joe Ryan as potential trade target

"I think he's one of the best starting pitchers in the American League, and he's only getting better." The post Red Sox reportedly ‘monitoring’ Twins starter Joe Ryan as potential trade target appeared first on Boston.com.

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71 m. ago Two New England resorts just ranked among the best in the continental U.S.

One is in Massachusetts. The post Two New England resorts just ranked among the best in the continental U.S. appeared first on Boston.com.

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75 m. ago Genius Act: This new US cryptocurrency law could pave the way for the next global financial crisis

On June 17, the US Senate passed the GENIUS Act, which was seen as a big win for the cryptocurrency sector. The bill aims to regulate a type of cryptocurrency known as "stablecoins," but a closer look at the law reveals that it could, quite easily, lead to the next global economic crash.

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85 m. ago Seth Moulton and other elected officials come out to support trash strikers

Republic Services says trash pickup is happening despite the strike across local communities. The post Seth Moulton and other elected officials come out to support trash strikers appeared first on Boston.com.

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2 h. ago What Derrick White said about getting mentioned in Celtics trade rumors

"I feel like it’s cool to be wanted by other teams, but I wanted to stay in Boston." The post What Derrick White said about getting mentioned in Celtics trade rumors appeared first on Boston.com.

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3 h. ago I have difficulty focusing on work due to ongoing national events and a relentless news cycle. I know that I’m not alone.

Elaine Varelas provides guidance on staying focused at work amid a relentless news cycle. The post I have difficulty focusing on work due to ongoing national events and a relentless news cycle. I know that I’m not alone. appeared first on Boston.com.

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4 h. ago Learn how to avoid the pitfalls that stall startup fundraising at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15

There’s no shortage of capital out there, but there’s even less room for error. Join a powerhouse panel at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 in Boston for “Fundraising Mistakes That Will Kill Your Round, and How to Avoid Them.” This Scale Stage breakout session is built specifically for early-stage founders who want to sidestep […]

Technology

4 h. ago White shark caught on camera frighteningly close to paddle boarders off Cape shore

This was the first confirmed sighting of a great white shark off Woods Hole in over two decades. The post White shark caught on camera frighteningly close to paddle boarders off Cape shore appeared first on Boston.com.

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5 h. ago 6 days until TechCrunch All Stage kicks off in Boston — and up to $475 in ticket savings disappear

In just 6 days, the doors to TechCrunch All Stage swing open in Boston’s SoWa Power Station — and your chance to save up to $475 slams shut. This isn’t just another founder event. It’s the summit designed to help startups move faster, fundraise smarter, and scale more effectively. Whether you’re refining your pitch, preparing […]

Economics

5 h. ago Emi McSwain, your new guide to Boston, has been through some things

Musician and content creator Emi McSwain has grown her following exponentially after sharing fun things to do in the city — and recovering from a devastating accident. The post Emi McSwain, your new guide to Boston, has been through some things appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 h. ago One of the Seattle area's most successful artists dies at 83

One of the Seattle area's most successful artists dies at 83  The Seattle Times

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6 h. ago Tell us: Should the TSA end the shoe removal policy in security lines at the airport?

The policy change will reportedly kick in on Sunday. The post Tell us: Should the TSA end the shoe removal policy in security lines at the airport? appeared first on Boston.com.

Events

8 h. ago Walpole’s Cam Schlittler set for MLB debut for Yankees, to start Wednesday vs. Seattle

Northeastern coach Mike Glavine will be at Yankee Stadium to see Schlittler on the bump. The post Walpole’s Cam Schlittler set for MLB debut for Yankees, to start Wednesday vs. Seattle appeared first on Boston.com.

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8 h. ago Lionel Messi is on the way to New England for Wednesday meeting with Revolution

Will Lionel Messi play against the Revolution in Foxborough on Wednesday? It's looking more likely. The post Lionel Messi is on the way to New England for Wednesday meeting with Revolution appeared first on Boston.com.

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8 h. ago ‘He knew how to entertain on and off the ice’: Cam Neely and Bob Sweeney fondly remember ex

Byers, who played nine seasons with the Boston Bruins, died last Saturday at the age of 61. The post ‘He knew how to entertain on and off the ice’: Cam Neely and Bob Sweeney fondly remember ex-Bruins teammate Lyndon Byers appeared first on Boston.com.

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9 h. ago ‘People Are Going to Die’: A Malnutrition Crisis Looms in the Wake of USAID Cuts

Warehouses in the US are full of foods that fight malnutrition, while kids go hungry in places like South Sudan.

Events

9 h. ago Baby dies after California mom leaves him in car to get lip filler on 101

Baby dies after California mom leaves him in car to get lip filler on 101-degree day, police say  Los Angeles Times

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10 h. ago Giveaway: Enter to win VIP tickets to the Best of Boston Soiree

The winner will be selected July 14. The post Giveaway: Enter to win VIP tickets to the Best of Boston Soiree appeared first on Boston.com.

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