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Leonard Bernstein conducts the New York Philharmonic in 1962 at the inaugural concert in New York's Philharmonic Hall. (AP)

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At The BSO, 100 Years Of The Joy Of Bernstein — And A Mere 87 Of Sondheim Everywhere Else

The Boston Symphony Orchestra lights up with Lenny; the Lyric Stage and the Huntington roll along merrily with Steve. Critic at large Ed Siegel takes the musical measure of the composers.

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A performance at the August iteration of All Together Now at The Burren in Somerville. (Courtesy Jaypix)

How A Small Performance Series Aims To Change Boston’s Arts Scene, And The World

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Comedian Dylan Moran Brings 'Grumbling Mustard' And His Random Precision To The Wilbur

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Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., right, speaks to an aide as he appears before a Senate Finance Committee hearing to consider the Graham-Cassidy healthcare proposal, on Capitol Hill, Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Boston Healthcare Leaders Show Opposition To Graham-Cassidy Bill

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AG Healey Backs Bill Aimed To Help Residents Monitor Their Credit

Under the bill, Massachusetts residents would be able to freeze their credit reports for free and their credit information could not be shared without their consent.

Sep 25, 2017

Stephen Spinella as artist Andy Warhol and Dan Butler as writer Truman Capote. (Courtesy Gretjen Helene/A.R.T.)

It's Fun, And Occasionally Intriguing, To Eavesdrop On Warhol And Capote At The A.R.T.

There could be more exploration of the relationship between fame, art and technology, but this world-premiere is a well-grounded depiction of two men's friendship, says critic Jeremy D. Goodwin.

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Sep 25, 2017

Boston Bartender Wins $100,000 From HubSpot To Quit Her Job And Focus On Her Company

Sarah Wasser's company, ParTea, sells tea bags that infuse liquor with natural flavor from dry fruits and spices.

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Sep 25, 2017

Brady Calls Trump's Comments On Firing Protesting Football Players 'Divisive'

"I certainly disagree with what he said. I thought it was just divisive," Tom Brady said Monday morning.

Sep 25, 2017

Many Patriots Players Knelt During National Anthem After Trump Remarks

WBUR's Shira Springer discusses what happened before Sunday's game.

05:41Sep 25, 2017

Patriots wide receiver Brandin Cooks drags his toes as he makes the game-winning catch in the end zone for a touchdown in front of Houston Texans safety Corey Moore, Sunday in Foxborough. The Patriots won 36-33. (Michael Dwyer/AP)

Patriots Top Texans Late

ESPN Boston's Mike Reiss discusses the Patriots' come-from-behind victory over the Texans.

05:03Sep 25, 2017

Patriots Win Late; About 30 Players Participate In Anthem Protest

Tom Brady led the Patriots on a game-winning drive. Before the game, about 30 Patriots players knelt or locked arms during the national anthem.

Sep 25, 2017

On the New Bedford waterfront, the "CR" on the boat stands for Carlos Rafael. (Courtesy Tristan Spinski for Mother Jones/FERN)

New Bedford's 'Codfather' Sentenced To 46 Months In Prison

Prosecutors seek 51 months in prison, plus fines and asset seizure, for Carlos Rafael after the fishing magnate pleaded guilty.

Sep 25, 2017

The warmest weather is away from the coast Monday afternoon. (Courtesy WeatherOK Inc.)

Forecast: Summer Warmth Lingers, Keeping Fall Air At Bay For Now

More temperature records could fall today. A sea breeze at Logan Airport will keep Boston from reaching 89, but inland areas will be warmer.

Sep 25, 2017

Patti Smith's latest book "Devotion." (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

Patti Smith Explores A ‘Devotion’ To Creative Invention

The godmother of punk rock has recast herself in recent years as someone who’s more likely to show up on The New York Times bestseller list than at the top of the Billboard charts.

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Sep 25, 2017

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NFL Players Protest President Trump

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18:01Sep 25, 2017

Activists opposed to the GOP's Graham-Cassidy health care repeal bill, many with disabilities, are removed by U.S. Capitol Police after disrupting a Senate Finance Committee hearing on the last-ditch GOP push to overhaul the nation's health care system, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Monday, Sept. 25. (J. Scott Applewhite/AP)

Protesters Arrested At Public Hearing On Graham-Cassidy Bill

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Have Smartphones Shaped A Less Independent, More Depressed Generation?

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Hiawatha Bray Talks Tech: CBS Brings Back 'Star Trek,' But Only Online

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Hundreds gathered for the Copenhagen Beer Festival at the SoWa Power Station in the South End Friday and Saturday. Here, William Blennow of Sweden's Omnipollo Brewing tops a beer with frozen lemonade IPA as he serves a line that stretches to the other end of the building. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Dandelion Beer? One Of The Many Wild Brews At Boston's Copenhagen Beer Festival

Brewers at the Copenhagen Beer & Music Festival this weekend hailed from six countries, traveling from as far away as Stockholm.

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Sep 24, 2017

Cardinal Sean Patrick O'Malley (Gregorio Borgia/AP)

Cardinal Sean O'Malley On The Challenges Of Hurricane Recovery

The archbishop of Boston discusses his experiences weathering hurricanes in the Caribbean.

05:23Sep 24, 2017

NFL Owners Speak Out In Support Of Players, Against Trump

"I am deeply disappointed by the tone of the comments made by the President...," New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft said in a statement.

Sep 24, 2017

Julie Eldred at her home. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Case Asks If It's Constitutional To Require Someone On Probation To Remain Drug-Free

Some say the case, which involves Julie Eldred, could be one of the most important cases before the Supreme Judicial Court in the past decade.

05:35Sep 24, 2017

In this April 18, 2016 file photo, Carlos Arredondo, a 2013 Boston Marathon bombing first-responder, cheers runners in the 120th Boston Marathon in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Bridge To Be Renamed For Late Sons Of Marathon Bombing Hero

Governor Charlie Baker will join Carlos Arredondo and his wife, Victoria Foley, at the Thursday renaming of the Jamaica Way Bridge for their late sons, Alexander and Brian Arredondo.

Sep 23, 2017

New Mass. Education Plan Passes Test, Resets Accountability System

For many years, Mass. schools have been judged mainly based on students' standardized test scores. The new plan seeks to broaden the definition of what makes a good school.

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04:10Sep 22, 2017

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At The BSO, 100 Years Of The Joy Of Bernstein — And A Mere 87 Of Sondheim Everywhere Else

Hourly Newscast

How A Small Performance Series Aims To Change Boston’s Arts Scene, And The World

Comedian Dylan Moran Brings 'Grumbling Mustard' And His Random Precision To The Wilbur

Boston Healthcare Leaders Show Opposition To Graham-Cassidy Bill

AG Healey Backs Bill Aimed To Help Residents Monitor Their Credit

It's Fun, And Occasionally Intriguing, To Eavesdrop On Warhol And Capote At The A.R.T.

Boston Bartender Wins $100,000 From HubSpot To Quit Her Job And Focus On Her Company

Brady Calls Trump's Comments On Firing Protesting Football Players 'Divisive'

Many Patriots Players Knelt During National Anthem After Trump Remarks

Patriots Top Texans Late

Patriots Win Late; About 30 Players Participate In Anthem Protest

New Bedford's 'Codfather' Sentenced To 46 Months In Prison

Forecast: Summer Warmth Lingers, Keeping Fall Air At Bay For Now

Patti Smith Explores A ‘Devotion’ To Creative Invention

NFL Players Protest President Trump

Protesters Arrested At Public Hearing On Graham-Cassidy Bill

Have Smartphones Shaped A Less Independent, More Depressed Generation?

Hiawatha Bray Talks Tech: CBS Brings Back 'Star Trek,' But Only Online

Dandelion Beer? One Of The Many Wild Brews At Boston's Copenhagen Beer Festival

Cardinal Sean O'Malley On The Challenges Of Hurricane Recovery

NFL Owners Speak Out In Support Of Players, Against Trump

Case Asks If It's Constitutional To Require Someone On Probation To Remain Drug-Free

Bridge To Be Renamed For Late Sons Of Marathon Bombing Hero

New Mass. Education Plan Passes Test, Resets Accountability System