Andy Husbands spent the last decade turning The Smoke Shop from a Kendall Square startup into a six-location business. The post How do you build a barbecue empire in Boston? appeared first on Boston.com.

Sen. Ed Markey, the incumbent, did not participate. But his presence still loomed large. The post 3 takeaways from the debate between Senate candidates Seth Moulton and John Deaton appeared first on Boston.com.

"Boston showed the f--- up," bandleader Jack Antonoff said Wednesday night. The post Review & setlist: Bleachers made Boston better for a night at MGM appeared first on Boston.com.

In clinical fashion, Erling Haaland led Norway to a 4-1 win over Iraq, and in doing so, gave local fans the chance to witness one of the best goalscorers on the planet. The post Thanks to Erling Haaland, Boston Stadium witnessed greatness at the World Cup appeared first on Boston.com.

Lilly is a player of real quality and competitive character, and her NWSL Rookie of the Year award last season proves that." The post Boston Legacy FC acquires Lilly Reale, Hingham native and 2025 NWSL Rookie of the Year appeared first on Boston.com.

Adding this to the list of things Ive never seen before and probably never will again. The post The MBTA is loving the World Cup energy, but the escalator rowing? Not so much. appeared first on Boston.com.

"I saw a photo of the shop online and it was immediately top of my side-quest list." The post ‘Thousands’ of Scottish fans are taking pictures in front of this Boston liquor store. Here’s why. appeared first on Boston.com.

Erling Haaland, World Cup mascots, and summer vibes. The post The best World Cup photos from Iraq-Norway appeared first on Boston.com.

"He's just so motivated. He wants to win another title," Rivers said. The post Doc Rivers: Celtics trade would bring healthy, motivated Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Boston.com.

Plus: Everything you need to know about Sail Boston 2026, a Fathers Day deal, and more. The post 50 ideas for Boston’s busiest season appeared first on Boston.com.

The North End landmark earned respectable marks from two visitors and one unforgettable jalapeo reaction. The post Scotland World Cup fans rate Regina Pizzeria: This is wicked! appeared first on Boston.com.

Packed bars and empty kegs have become common during the tournament, raising questions about how the influx of fans is affecting tipped workers. The post Bars are packed for the World Cup. But are servers cashing in? appeared first on Boston.com.

Boston's noisiest soccer critics have momentarily embraced the World Cup. The post ‘That’s a good problem to have’: Even Boston sports radio is out of World Cup complaints appeared first on Boston.com.

It took about 30 minutes for first responders to free the woman's hand. The post Mass. postal worker’s hand gets stuck in machine appeared first on Boston.com.

Nurses say better pay and stronger retention efforts are needed to address staffing challenges and protect patient care. The post Brigham nurses vote in record numbers to authorize 1-day strike appeared first on Boston.com.

The show's hosts almost immediately began questioning Vance about the country's economic situation. The post JD Vance went on TV to plug a faith memoir. ‘The View’ had other plans. appeared first on Boston.com.

Country music star Jelly Roll has filed for divorce from his wife of 10 years The post Jelly Roll files for divorce after 10-year marriage, citing irreconcilable differences appeared first on Boston.com.

"I did have a small piece of me be like, 'damn, it would be great to come home and play.'" The post Stefon Diggs says he’s ‘kind of figuring it out’ with his hometown NFC team appeared first on Boston.com.

The start of the American Revolution is often associated with theBattle of Lexington and Concord, skirmishes fought on April 19, 1775. But many scholars cite Bunker Hill and June 17 as the war's first significant battle. The post Archaeologists find musket balls and fort linked to the Battle of Bunker Hill appeared first on Boston.com.

If a jury finds that Mangione was emotionally disturbed at the time of the killing, it could convict him of manslaughter instead of murder, meaning he'd be sentenced to less time in prison. The post Luigi Mangione will assert psychiatric defense in murder case in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing appeared first on Boston.com.

More than six years since the pandemic, COVID-19 infections have become a near-universal experience. Most people have tested positive at least once. Many have had it multiple times. And yet, a small, persistent group insists theyve never had it at all. Who are these so-called superdodgers, sometimes dubbed NOVIDs? Are they outliers of behavior, ...

"Showers and potentially strong to severe thunderstorms tomorrow as humidity spikes." The post What Boston meteorologists are saying about ‘soupy air,’ the potential for scattered thunderstorms this week appeared first on Boston.com.

The longtime Ball Square breakfast destination has been listed for $2.15 million. The post Popular Somerville brunch spot Sound Bites is for sale appeared first on Boston.com.

"Welcoming babies into the world and caring for new mothers brought her tremendous happiness." The post Local obituary: Gemma Nicoletti, 35-year-old nurse from Wellesley appeared first on Boston.com.

It went well. The post ‘Unbelievable, man, isn’t it?’: Scotland World Cup fans try North Shore beefs appeared first on Boston.com.