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The Secret Lives of the New England Aquarium Penguins

What really happens when the lights go out? Inside the surprisingly spicy world of New England Aquarium penguins. (You won’t believe who’s cozying up on Island One!)


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The Ultimate Guide to Breakfast in Boston

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Marcelino’s Amps up the Seaport District’s Cocktail Scene

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Things to Do This Week in Boston

Your frequently updated guide to getting off the couch and out of the house.

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On the Market: A Historic House in Salem (with Nine Fireplaces)

This North Shore treasure, documented extensively by the Library of Congress, was last for sale in 1951.

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Photos: Kendra Scott Store Opens at the Natick Mall

The lifestyle brand celebrated its newest Massachusetts location on Friday, December 13.

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Where to Warm Up with Hot Cocktails around Boston

These local bars and restaurants know that a warm, boozy drink is the best way to fight off the cold.

Home & Property

Real Estate Showdown: A Beacon Hill Condo vs. a Dover Colonial

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a three-floor townhouse in Beacon Hill with a stately Dover single-family.

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News Bites: A Steak Frites Restaurant Has Arrived

Plus, one vegan door closes and another opens, Brookline’s getting a caviar-filled café, and more food news for the week.


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Eliza Dushku’s New Journey

Eliza Dushku’s New Journey

The former Hollywood actor turned certified therapist is on a mission to revolutionize trauma treatment in Boston and beyond.

Top 50 Restaurants in Boston

Top 50 Restaurants in Boston

Our ruthlessly tested, unapologetically opinionated, and utterly essential annual guide to the best places to eat right in the city and beyond.


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The Best New England Food and Drink Subscriptions

The gift that keeps giving: regular shipments of gourmet coffee, spices, butter, cheese, and more.

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Meet the People Who Make Boston Movies Happen

They’ve cast more than 140 films. He coordinated The Instigators’ chase scene. She used to be Ben Affleck’s personal chef. Eight industry professionals responsible for Massachusetts’ cinematic magic.

Home & Property

If Colonel Mustard Had a Library, It Might Look Like This

Taking clues from the past and the present, an 1840s-era Beacon Hill reading room gets a stunning renovation.

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The Greater Boston Eviction Crisis Will Hurt You, Too

Skyrocketing rents are displacing the essential workers who staff our hospitals, support our universities, and operate our hotels and restaurants. What happens to a world-class city when the people who power it can’t afford to stay?

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Five Great Boston-Area Film Festivals

Hit these curated annual events for cutting-edge cinema, from fresh sci-fi to indie darlings, to support your local creative community.

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How Oscar-Winning Film Producer Nina Fialkow Picks Projects

The Boston-based documentary champion cares most about one thing: “Impact.”

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The Five Best Indie Cinemas in Greater Boston

From a Harvard Square arthouse to a West Newton community staple, these local institutions have kept our city a thriving cultural hub.

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Hollywood Northeast: How Massachusetts Became a Booming Film Production Hub

Thank a 2006 tax credit for sparking the Bay State’s movie-making revolution.

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Movies in Boston: A Brief, But Essential History

Since the days of silent films, the city has had a rich cinematic legacy.

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