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2 Sentenced to Life in Saugus Robbery and Malden Shootout

The pair, along with a dead third suspect, were convicted of robbing a Saugus bank and firing on police officers as they tried to escape through Malden. 2012: Two suspects arraigned in Saugus bank robbery, wild Malden shootout

10 Things Red Sox Everyman Brock Holt Still Cannot Do

It seems Brock Holt can do anything these days. But we found 10 things he still can't do, including win the Red Sox a pennant. David Ortiz Gets Game-Tying Home Run, But Wants His Single Back Lackey Twirls Another Gem Walkoff in the Park for Napoli

Boston Globe: 1,300 Mass. Babies Born Addicted to Opiates in 2013

The figure more than triples the national average.

Tom Brady on His Receivers, New QB Garoppolo

Brady on debate over whether he’s still an elite QB: “My wife thinks I played pretty good, my mom thinks I played pretty good. So that doesn’t matter.”

Teens Largely Unware of the Consequences of Sexting

A recent study found that not only were a majority of surveyed students sexting while underage, they are largely unaware of the consequences of participating as, or with, a minor.

New Bowie-Jagger Parody is Evidence That The 80’s Were Better Without Sound

The “musicless video” parody breathes new life into an 80’s classic.

‘Ghost Factories’ In Mass. Remain Invisibly Toxic

“Ghost factories,” or factories that once released lead and other toxins into the air when operating but still leak contaminants, are present in some areas of Massachusetts.

‘Jersey Shore’ Star Arrested at Family’s Tanning Salon

Looks like Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino had to put a hold on his vitamin D intake yesterday. ‘The Situation’s’ Tanning Salon Visit Ends in a Brawl Mike Sorrentino’s Experience With Suboxone Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino’s Regret

Boston Globe: 1,300 Mass. Babies Born Addicted to Opiates in 2013

The figure more than triples the national average.

New Bowie-Jagger Parody is Evidence That The 80’s Were Better Without Sound

The “musicless video” parody breathes new life into an 80’s classic.

Patriots Cornerback Darrelle Revis Makes NFL Top 100

New Patriots cornerback Darrelle Revis was named the 37th overall player in the NFL Top 100 Wednesday evening.

Maryland Zoo Will Ban Smoking on Grounds

The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will ban smoking on its grounds.

2 Sentenced to Life in Saugus Robbery and Malden Shootout

The pair, along with a dead third suspect, were convicted of robbing a Saugus bank and firing on police officers as they tried to escape through Malden.

OUI Arrest After Suspect Conveniently Crashes into a Police Cruiser

Gregory T. Graham, 50, of Westminster, was arrested and charged with operating under the influence of alcohol, second offense.

Lackey Doesn't Get the Win, But Twirls Another Gem

John Lackey’s gem Wednesday afternoon nearly went for naught. But, the Red Sox pulled off a dramatic, 10th-inning, 2-1 walk-off win, thanks to back-to-back home runs from David Ortiz and Mike Napoli off Twins reliever Casey Fien.

Bill Would Grant More Time for Sex Abuse Lawsuits

The Massachusetts House has approved a bill to extend by more than 30 years the statute of limitations for victims of childhood sex abuse to file lawsuits against their alleged attackers or the institutions that employed them.

Calif. Mayor Who Threw Bag of Poop onto Critic’s Lawn Resigns

San Marino Mayor Dennis Kneier resigned from office this week after he was caught on camera tossing a bag of dog waste onto the lawn of a political critic.

David Ortiz Gets Game-Tying Home Run, But Wants His Single Back

Other than home runs and wins, there are few things David Ortiz likes better than beating up on the Twins, the team that gave up on him and released him before he joined the Red Sox before the 2003 season.

5 Tips to Improve Your Spin Class

Jessica Bashelor, certified indoor cycling instructor and the owner of The Handle Bar cycling studios in Boston shares five do’s and don’ts to get the most out of spin class.

Sox Notes: Walk-offs, Back-to-Back Home Runs, Finally Over .500 at Fenway

John Lackey is the first Sox pitcher to go nine scoreless innings without earning a win since Matt Young went nine innings in a 13-inning, 1-0 loss to the Indians on April 15, 1941.

Would You Steal From This Store?

A Japanese offshoot of Uniqlo has implemented a “buy-wear-return” return policy that acts as sort of an honor system.

Ukraine's President Offers Cease-Fire in East

The new president of Ukraine promised on Wednesday that government troops would soon stop firing on pro-Russian armed separatists, offering a chance to end the fighting that has killed hundreds and wracked the industrial east.

Brady's Smarts Jumpstarted Stellar Career

Tom Brady was a solid student as a rookie learning the New England Patriots playbook.

10 Things Red Sox Everyman Brock Holt Still Cannot Do

It seems Brock Holt can do anything these days. But we found 10 things he still can't do, including win the Red Sox a pennant.

Teens Largely Unware of the Consequences of Sexting

A recent study found that not only were a majority of surveyed students sexting while underage, they are largely unaware of the consequences of participating as, or with, a minor.

Suspended Sentence for Former MassDOT Worcester Director in Procurement Fraud Case

The former director of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Worcester office was found guilty of awarding state snow removal contracts, to which he was financially linked.

VA Chief: More Vets Wait 30 Days for Appointment

The acting Veterans Affairs secretary says about 10 percent of veterans seeking medical care at VA hospitals and clinics have to wait at least 30 days for an appointment. That's more than twice the number of veterans the department said last week were forced to endure long waits.