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You Live Free, We Die

In the wake of the Arizona shootings, it’s comforting to think that the strict firearms regulations in Massachusetts keep us safe. But the truth is that it’s as easy to evade our gun laws as it is our sales tax—just head north.

Harsh Reality

They’re just using you, Scott. Again.

Ten Ways to Look Younger

Easy and (almost) painless ways to take a decade off your age. No knives, epic costs, or recovery time required. Yes, really.

The Scapegoats

Two black politicians have already been convicted of taking bribes, but the real crime when it comes to awarding valuable liquor licenses in Boston is the abuse that remains perfectly legal. 

Four Loko Madness

How do you get a sleepy federal agency to spring into full regulatory action? Terrify parents about the alcoholic energy-drink craze that’s sweeping college campuses.

Perfect Crimes

For immigrant victims of sexual abuse, justice is nearly impossible to come by.

The Getaway

What the Paul Levy saga says about the city’s most powerful institutions.

In Defense of Martha

Massachusetts’ problem with women candidates. 

Headed for Trouble

BU scientists are renowned for their research on NFL veterans’ concussions. Now their studies are raising questions about the dangers of high school football. 

Admissions of Guilt?

Adam Wheeler was hardly the first student to be accused of faking his way into the most hallowed grounds of academia — and he won’t be the last. Welcome to the new era of dishonesty.