As global attitudes toward the US sour, Boston braces for drop in tourism
The city's tourism agency is expecting a 10% drop in international visitors this year.

Think of a place on Earth, or even in your own body. ‘We find plastics there.’
New research shows plastic is more prevalent below the ocean’s surface than many previously believed.
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MFA announces new leadership
Pierre Terjanian will be the 12th director in the museum’s 155-year history. -
Mass. Museum of African American History loses federal grant
The president of the state’s Museum of African American History, which has locations in Boston and on Nantucket, is worried about the president’s call to reframe history. -
GBH News Rooted puts Black intellect, culture and joy on the airwaves — and online
The latest show from GBH carries on the torch from Say Brother and Basic Black. -
Mariano: House budget pitch won’t raise taxes on Bay Staters
The House speaker said his chamber will focus on the state’s “affordability crisis” in their budget proposal. -
Local suicide prevention hotline sees spike after Red Sox Duran shares his struggles
Samaritans were already seeing callers reach out in recent weeks, stressed about the current national climate, and they’re hoping for more dollars from the state to meet demand.
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