Young adults mostly shrug at sports betting risks, study finds
Young adults are largely ambivalent toward sports betting, with many viewing it as an acceptable activity that also carries possible risks, according to a new study.
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Queer Contractors Collective connects and creates community of LGBTQ+ tradespeople
Under the Radar speaks with three local queer tradespeople, including the founder of this first-of-its-kind collective. -
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Bill to standardize book bans in Mass. libraries likely headed to governor’s desk
The Massachusetts House passed a bill that would curb book banning in libraries and set-standards for when a book might be removed from circulation. A similar bill already passed in the Senate. When ready, the legislation is expected to be sent to Governor Maura Healey for review. -
World Cup fans: Here’s what to do in and around Boston other than watch soccer
For those who didn’t manage to snag arena tickets, or are simply look for different events across Boston, here’s our guide to some museums, quirky stops, and Sail Boston events to keep you entertained whether you are just visiting Boston, or are a full-time resident. -
She waited decades for Scotland to make the World Cup. At 93, she'll cheer in person
Moira Brown, perhaps the oldest of Scotland's Tartan Army of soccer fans, will be in Boston when Scotland's team plays against Haiti on June 13. "I'm the luckiest person in this world," she says. -
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Jury convicts brother of Mass. AG Campbell of sexual assaults
Alvin Campbell was found guilty of 21 out of 22 counts for assaults from 2017 to 2019. He faces up to life in prison when sentenced on June 29. -
Scientists are injecting elm trees with a killer fungus to save them
Scientists with the Nature Conservancy and Forest Service have been raising American elms that are bred to be resistant to Dutch elm disease at two sites in Vermont. Now, they're injecting them with the fungus to see what happens.
