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The extreme heat is costing our economy
From the strain our air conditioners put on our wallets and our power grid, to the ripple effects across transportation networks, this extreme heat isn’t just dangerous to our health, it’s costing our economy. Hot temperatures over long periods of time can strain the electric grid, cause transportation...
At this Bedford, Mass. pool, there's no swimming allowed
BEDFORD, Mass. — A leading research and development nonprofit,MITRE recently opened a 620,000-gallon water tank for testing marine robotics and other innovations for the "blue economy." "One of the main uses that we've had a lot of interest in is underwater autonomous robots," says Nick Rotker, chief blue tech...
Faulty concrete found in massive condo community in Boston suburbs
DRACUT, Mass. — More crumbling concrete found in Massachusetts, and this time, it's been discovered in a massive condo community not far from Boston. Those who live there say it's a warning sign for everyone in the state, and Beacon Hill must finally take action to help struggling homeowners financially.
Free Roller Skating Rink Open All Summer Long In Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — A free, outdoor pop-up roller skating rink is open for the summer in Cambridge's Kendall Square. Rollerama at Kendall Common was put together by MIT's real estate group, and it's part of an initiative to bring the community to the newly-acquired space on the corner of Broadway and Third Street.
New nasal spray may help treat patients with dementia, research shows
BOSTON -- A new study shows that an experimental nasal spray could help treat dementia.Researchers at the University of Texas recently developed a nasal spray that can effectively deliver antibodies against a protein called "tau" that builds up in the brains of patients with dementia.They discovered that a single dose was able to reduce the accumulation of this tau protein and improve cognitive function in mice. Eventually, researchers plan to test this treatment on humans with the hope that it will become a viable option for patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.
West End Museum hosts Adam Nimoy, son of pioneering multicultural ‘Star Trek’ star
On June 30, Adam Nimoy spoke in Boston at The West End Museum as part of a book tour for his new memoir “The Most Human: Reconciling With My Father, Leonard Nimoy” (Chicago Review Press, June 4, 2024). It was the younger Nimoy’s second visit in a decade...
‘Boston Rat Action Plan’ to crack down on infestation with rodentologist findings
Boston plans to unleash a blitzkrieg on its rat infestation through a new preventative course of action released by Mayor Michelle Wu’s Office on Wednesday, based on recent research from a renowned area urban rodentologist. Announced as part two of the final report in the “Boston Rat Action Plan,”...
Collaborative effort supports an MIT resilient to the impacts of extreme heat
Warmer weather can be a welcome change for many across the MIT community. But as climate impacts intensify, warm days are often becoming hot days with increased severity and frequency. Already this summer, heat waves in June and July brought daily highs of over 90 degrees Fahrenheit. According to the Resilient Cambridge report published in 2021, from the 1970s to 2000, data from the Boston Logan International Airport weather station reported an average of 10 days of 90-plus temperatures each year. Now, simulations are predicting that, in the current time frame of 2015-44, the number of days above 90 F could be triple the 1970-2000 average.
Story promoted to interim Parker Middle School principal
READING - Schools’ Superintendent Dr. Thomas Milsachewski recently selected second-year Parker Middle School administrator Dr. Jill Story to step into the leadership vacuum created by the late May resignation of former Parker Middle School Principal Rochelle Rubino. During the latest School Committee gathering in the RMHS Library late last...
Eastern Bank and Cambridge Trust join forces
Banner Business Sponsored by The Boston Foundation. On July 15, Eastern Bankshares, Inc., the stock holding company for Eastern Bank, announced its merger with Cambridge Bancorp, the parent company of Cambridge Trust. Founded in 1818, Boston-based Eastern Bank is Greater Boston’s leading local bank and the largest bank-owned independent investment...
New Hughes Center director has a political legacy
The new director of the Wiliam J. Hughes Center for Public Policy at Stockton University is the great-granddaughter of the last Republican mayor of Boston. Tina Zappile was announced today as the new director. She will replace John Froonjian, a former reporter who retired earlier this year. Her great-grandfather was...
Sounds of the city: ‘Dear Summer mixtape vol. 2’ features 17 local artists
Celina Colby is an arts and travel reporter with a fondness for Russian novels.... VIEW BIO. Summer in Boston sounds like the splash of water in the Boston Common Frog Pond, the roar of Red Sox fans belting out “Sweet Caroline” and the rush of bike pedals pumping through Franklin Park. On the city of Boston’s “Dear Summer Mixtape Vol. 2,” the season also sounds like the nimble rhythms of jazz, the beats of R&B and the catchy melodies of pop.
Jake Shane brings ‘Therapuss’ into a live setting at The Wilbur
The power of the live podcast continues to reign in the comedy scene, and Jake Shane is adding to it with a dash of his own highly successful flavor. As announced earlier this week, the comedian and social media personality will be bringing the conversational bug to The Wilbur on October 17, in the form of his hit podcast Therapuss. It will be Shane’s first trip to the Wilbur stage, which comes after the podcast has amassed Shane over three million followers on social platforms, and has reached top 10 rankings on Spotify.
The Entire Internet Is Losing Their Minds Over Jayson Tatum’s 4th Grade Essay That Revealed What Team He Desired to Play For
The Boston Celtics’ star Jayson Tatum achieved a long-standing dream by leading Boston to their 18th championship. However, many NBA fans might not be aware of the goals Tatum set for himself before his basketball career took off. The Celtics’ star posted a snapshot on Instagram that revealed the...
Southern Italian, Sicilian restaurant opens new location north of Boston
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. A restaurant west of Boston that is known for its southern Italian and Sicilian fare has expanded to a new location north of the city. According to an Instagram post, Brelundi in Waltham has its grand opening and ribbon cutting in Tewksbury...
Wu pitches lawmakers on commercial property tax hike to save homeowners money
Mayor Michelle Wu faced skepticism on Beacon Hill during a hearing this week. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took to the State House Tuesday to pitch her plan for giving the city the power to temporarily increase the commercial property tax rate. The contentious measure was met with many questions and some skepticism from lawmakers on the joint committee on revenue during a nearly three-hour hearing.
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