Navigating Mother’s Day while motherless
Under the Radar speaks with author Kate Spencer and grief expert Jen Noonan about the difficulties of observing Mother’s Day when one’s mother or maternal figure has died.
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‘Let Jason’s story not be in vain’: The growing push to toughen Mass. anti-bullying law
Despite a landmark 2010 law, bullying is pervasive across Massachusetts. Children of color are disproportionally affected and school districts are ignoring requests for help.
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Winter on pause: Boston basks in record March temps
Tuesday brought sunny skies and a high of 74, a welcome respite after back-to-back snowstorms and an unusually frigid winter so far. -
Concern over US travel visas prompts Ig Nobels to move its awards from Cambridge to Europe
The annual Ig Nobels, a satirical award for scientific achievement, are shifting for the first time from the United States to Europe due to concerns about attendees getting visas, organizers announced Monday. -
BSO fans debate Andris Nelsons: ‘Meticulous caretaker’ or ‘resounding disappointment’?
The Boston Symphony Orchestra said it would not renew conductor Nelsons’ contract, citing their “future visions weren't aligned.” -
Boston offers $4.5M in public-private funding for immigrant services
The money will help immigrants access legal and mental health services, and boost the city’s know-your-rights outreach efforts. -
Report: Smoking, care costs down since flavored tobacco ban
The state's smoking rate has declined and residents have avoided more than $70 million in health care expenses, the state said Monday.
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