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Brittney Griner’s ordeal riveted the nation. Now, she tells her own story.

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The beginning of Brittney Griner’s new memoir is shockingly mundane – a hurried packing job in preparation for what had become for the Phoenix Mercury star a routine overseas trip.

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Celtics star Kristaps Porzingis said he’s ‘not super close’ to returning

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"It's still pretty early. I think it will be clearer once I start doing more stuff."

By the numbers: Everything you need to know ahead of Bruins-Maple Leafs Game 7

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The Bruins will play in their 31st Game 7 on Saturday, extending their NHL record.

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Woman believed to be the last living ‘Rosie the Riveter’ in Mass., honored at State House

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Kingston’s Margaret Spalluzzi, 102, worked as a welder at the Hingham Shipyard during World War II.

Watch: Jaylen Brown shows Kristaps Porzingis around his old high school in Georgia

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They visited a shrine dedicated to Brown and the gym he helped build.

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Matthew Judon asks Patriots’ rookie Javon Baker to bring personality to Foxborough

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"Don’t do that for the public and the media and then come in here with your backpack on, having your head down."

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N.H. moves to tighten rules on name changes for violent felons

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Such name changes raise complicated questions about someone’s right to move on with their lives after paying for their crimes.

Can Bruins learn from prior adversity entering Game 7 against Maple Leafs?

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The Bruins have lost their last three Game 7s, including last year's opening-round series against the Panthers.

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Leominster woman charged with killing boyfriend had accused him of violence before, court docs say

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Jami Parker, 28, has pleaded not guilty to charges that she allegedly shot and killed her 53-year-old boyfriend during a domestic dispute on May 1.

Paolo Banchero scores 27 points, Magic overcome Donovan Mitchell’s 50 to force Game 7

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The winner of Game 7 will face the Celtics. Game 1 is set for Tuesday night in Boston.

Our winters just won’t be the same without Jack Edwards and Mike Gorman

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While Edwards and Gorman’s styles were not similar, both cherished their jobs and aimed to do them as well as possible in their own way.

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It’s the end of the road for rue21

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The teen clothing retailer plans to shutter its 543 stores (and hold "going out of business" sales) after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Mass. launches emergency operations plan for embattled Steward hospitals

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The emergency plan aims to protect patients and medical staff from the fallout of Steward’s financial troubles.

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This part of Massachusetts ranked as the third most competitive rental market in the country. It’s not the Boston area.

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You might not think finding an apartment in Gardner would be all that tough. But as it turns out, Central Massachusetts is home to one of the most competitive rental

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Twins stretch win streak to 11 with 5-2 victory over Red Sox behind Chris Paddack’s 6 innings

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‘Star Wars’ actor Mark Hamill drops by White House for a visit with ‘Joe-bi-Wan Kenobi’

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Hamill said Biden told him to call him “Joe,” to which Hamill offered an alternative suggestion: “Can I call you Joe-bi-Wan Kenobi?”

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Doug Liman, Matt Damon and the Afflecks made a heist comedy for Apple. ‘The Instigators’

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“We did some stuff that you’ll never see in other films. It was challenging but really cool.”

‘The Celtics are not the same team without him’: Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce discuss what Kristaps Porzingis’s absence means for Boston

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“I think that if he’s not indefinitely out, I think that the Celtics are good enough to still keep going.”

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, debris of Halley’s comet, peaks this weekend. Here’s how to see it.

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A sellout for a WNBA exhibition game? Welcome to the league’s Caitlin Clark era

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Clark got her first taste of professional basketball against the Dallas Wings on Friday.

Red Sox activate infielder Vaughn Grissom, option Bobby Dalbec to Worcester

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Grissom was acquired in December as part of the Chris Sale trade with Atlanta.

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5 must-watch movies & TV shows streaming right now

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The best of what's new streaming on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more.

Report: Patriots are unlikely to trade for Brandon Aiyuk

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"You're not just talking about draft pick compensation now, you're talking about something on the other end of it, which is a massive, massive contract"

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Celtics assistant coach reportedly candidate for Lakers head coaching job

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Charles Lee was hired as the Celtics’ top assistant coach in June 2023.

This Bruins core has far more at stake in Game 7 than another crushing end

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“It's will, work, compete, and having the heart to do it. No better chance to do in a Game 7."

Friday, May 3

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MLB and Nike announce 2025 uniforms will have larger jersey lettering and custom-fit pants

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"Together with Nike, we listened to our players and as a result, we are addressing their concerns," Commissioner Rob Manfred said.

Tom Brady’s Ex-QB coach shares one way Drake Maye is similar to Patriots legend

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"He processes information extremely well, a lot like Peyton. He has a humbleness and a humility like Tom."

Verveine Cafe & Bakery will open in Cambridge on Monday

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Boston chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer and award-winning pastry chef Monica Glass have reunited.

12 must-see lighthouses on the Massachusetts Lighthouse Trail

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"The Lighthouse Trail is a fun way to navigate the Massachusetts coast."