Israel’s President Opens Coalition Talks After Certifying Election Results
Isaac Herzog accepted the certified Oct. 27 results and began meeting party leaders, as Arab-led parties signal they could help build an anti-Netanyahu majority.
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Election 2026: Democrats Win Control of Congress as Massachusetts Re-elects Healey and Markey
The Associated Press called both the Senate and the House for Democrats. In Massachusetts, Gov. Maura Healey and Sen. Ed Markey won new terms. Here is what was decided, and what is still being counted.
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The Dogs of Fairmont Copley Plaza: Boston’s Most Heartwarming Welcome
Meet Cori, Catie and Carly Copley, the beloved dogs who make Fairmont Copley Plaza one of Boston’s most heartwarming destinations.
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How the Swiftie Finale Works
Thirteen questions, one reveal at 1:13 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 13, and no prizes but bragging rights. Here is the format, the rules and how to study.
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Swiftie Trivia Is Coming to Boston Made
An unofficial Swiftie trivia countdown starts today on bostonmade.com, building to a 13-question Swiftie Finale on Friday, Nov. 13 at 1:13 p.m. ET.
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Boston Made: How a Connected Local Ecosystem Turns Ideas into Real Products
Featured ecosystem update. Boston Made is building a connected family of media, software, commerce and community brands for people who want useful digital tools and real-world local discovery in one place. Instead of a single website trying to do everything, the ecosystem is a set of focused projects, each with a clear purpose, that can
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The Local Internet Is Ready for Its Second Act
The first local internet was mostly a list: names, addresses, hours and a phone number. Useful, but thin. The second act can be richer. A local website can explain why a place matters, what it is connected to, who it serves and what to do next. It can help a visitor understand a neighborhood before
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The Next Boston Company Won’t Look Like a Company
The old picture of a company is easy to draw: one name, one office, one product, one org chart. That picture is losing its usefulness. The next Boston company may look more like an ecosystem, a connected set of efforts that share infrastructure and standards while each keeps its own voice. A research practice can
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New Hampshire and Maine Put New England at the Center of the Senate Map
New England is moving closer to the center of the national political conversation as campaigns look ahead to the 2026 Senate battle. CNN’s recent election coverage has highlighted New Hampshire and Maine as states that could help determine control of the chamber, with candidates and party strategists paying close attention to independents, turnout and the
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Midterm Campaigns Turn Back to the Cost of Living
The 2026 midterm conversation is turning again toward the price of everyday life. CNN’s recent campaign coverage described President Trump promoting diesel relief and a direct-cash idea at a Nebraska rally, while Democrats and Republicans alike face pressure to explain how they would lower the cost of energy, housing and basic goods. The political challenge
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US Stocks Press Toward Records as Cooler Hiring Eases Inflation Fears
US stocks are pressing toward records as cooler hiring eases inflation fears. That headline captures a pattern that can seem backward at first glance: news that the job market is slowing has helped lift stock prices. For readers in Boston and across New England, understanding why that happens is a useful way to make sense
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Fed Minutes Keep Another Rate Hike on the Table as Inflation Stays Stubborn
Markets received a fresh reminder this week that the Federal Reserve is still fighting the last mile of inflation. Minutes from the Fed’s September meeting show that most officials believed another increase in the benchmark interest rate could be needed before the end of the year. Policymakers said price growth remains too elevated and has
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When you look at the potential shift of more people driving offset by more telecommuting, a flex-pass might work.
“When you look at the potential shift of more people driving offset by more telecommuting, a flex-pass might work.” Jeff Karp, President & Co-Founder, LAZ Parking Parking rarely gets much attention in conversations about the future of work, but it sits right in the middle of them. Jeff Karp, president and co-founder of LAZ Parking,
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What has to do with your ability to fall asleep is not caffeine. It’s having a clean conscience.
“What has to do with your ability to fall asleep is not caffeine. It’s having a clean conscience.” Bob Barr, Former U.S. Congressman (GA-7) Most of us have lain awake at some point replaying a conversation, a decision or a shortcut we wish we had not taken. Former Congressman Bob Barr’s observation captures that experience
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Defending the Constitution is always important.
“Defending the Constitution is always important.” Bob Barr, Former U.S. Congressman (GA-7) The word “always” carries the weight in this sentence. Former Congressman Bob Barr is not saying the Constitution matters during a crisis, or during an election year, or when one side or another holds power. He is saying it matters at all times.
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Please do not be cynical. I hate cynicism. It doesn’t lead anywhere.
“Please do not be cynical. I hate cynicism. It doesn’t lead anywhere.” Conan O’Brien, Comedian & Talk Show Host Coming from a comedian, this is a surprising plea. Comedy often trades on irony, sarcasm and a knowing roll of the eyes. Yet Conan O’Brien, a performer who built a career on sharp wit, drew a
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If you work really hard and you’re kind, amazing things will happen.
“If you work really hard and you’re kind, amazing things will happen.” Conan O’Brien, Comedian & Talk Show Host Some of the best advice is also the simplest. Conan O’Brien, the Brookline-raised comedian and talk show host, offered this line in his farewell from The Tonight Show in 2010, at a moment when he could
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I am extremely proud of the impact we as a firm have had on the Greater Boston area.
“I am extremely proud of the impact we as a firm have had on the Greater Boston area.” Robert Beal, President, Related Beal — “Mr. Boston” Pride in a balance sheet is common. Pride in a place is rarer, and more telling. When Robert Beal, president of Related Beal and a figure some have called
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Life is a game. Money is how we keep score.
“Life is a game. Money is how we keep score.” Ted Turner, Founder, CNN & Turner Broadcasting System Ted Turner’s line is blunt, memorable and a little provocative. It frames life as a competition and money as the scoreboard. Some readers will nod at the honesty; others will bristle at what it seems to leave
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You can never quit. Winners never quit, and quitters never win.
“You can never quit. Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” Ted Turner, Founder, CNN & Turner Broadcasting System Few business stories illustrate persistence better than the launch of a 24-hour news channel at a time when many people assumed nobody would watch the news around the clock. Ted Turner, founder of CNN and Turner
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I want to die with my boots on.
“I want to die with my boots on.” Ed Ansin, Founder & Chairman, Sunbeam Television Corp. “Dying with your boots on” is an old phrase with a frontier ring to it. It describes someone who stays in the fight to the very end, still working, still engaged, still useful. When Ed Ansin, founder and chairman
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Most people think I’m crazy not to retire. I’m obsessed with television. I just like it.
“Most people think I’m crazy not to retire. I’m obsessed with television. I just like it.” Ed Ansin, Founder & Chairman, Sunbeam Television Corp. There is something disarming about a leader who explains a lifetime of work with three plain words: “I just like it.” Ed Ansin, the founder and chairman of Sunbeam Television, the
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I could not be more bullish about our future.
“I could not be more bullish about our future.” J.M. Allain, President & CEO, Trans-Lux Corporation Confidence is one of the most powerful tools a leader has, and one of the easiest to misuse. When a chief executive says, “I could not be more bullish about our future,” the words can rally a team, reassure
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Gentlemen, this is no humbug.
“Gentlemen, this is no humbug.” Dr. John Collins Warren, Founding Surgeon, Massachusetts General Hospital (1778–1856) Five words, spoken in an operating amphitheater in Boston, marked one of the great turning points in the history of medicine. On October 16, 1846, under the dome of Massachusetts General Hospital’s Bulfinch Building, Dr. John Collins Warren removed a
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The most valuable mentor I’ve ever had was the customer.
“The most valuable mentor I’ve ever had was the customer.” Jim Dougherty, Founder, PetSmart & Petsense Most of us picture a mentor as a person with gray at the temples, a corner office and a habit of handing out advice over coffee. Jim Dougherty points somewhere else entirely. In his telling, the best teacher a
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Of all the things humans have ever created, AI will change society the most.
Bill Gates
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Imagination is more important than knowledge.
Albert Einstein
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Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.
Steve Jobs
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Hard work and good luck – that’s the foundation of success.
Michael Bloomberg
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I believe that in business everybody needs mentors because we all have ups and downs in life, and when you can get a helping hand, or be inspired by somebody, it’s a gift.
Alan Lazowski, Chairman & CEO, LAZ Parking
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Inflating Away the Bill: Affordability, Debt, and the Quiet War Between Markets and the Fed
Affordability in America isn’t collapsing because consumers failed—it’s collapsing because debt, inflation, and policy are colliding in real time. As bond markets quietly price in inflation as a debt solution and the Federal Reserve resists losing credibility, households are caught in the middle, paying more for less. At BOSSTOX, the Boston Made economics team tracks these signals through data, not headlines—monitoring markets, policy shifts, and affordability stress to understand where the economy is truly heading.
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Top 10 Fenway Concert Moments
When the diamond turns into a stage and the Green Monster watches over more than just baseballs, something electric fills the air — something that no other stadium can offer. Fenway, America’s most beloved ballpark, doesn’t just echo with the cheers of Red Sox Nation — it sings with the voices of thousands united by music, beer, summer, and soul.
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What Country Music Means to New England Women
If you think country music is just for backroads and cowboy hats, you haven’t met the women of New England. From the white-steepled towns of Vermont to the shoreline of Cape Cod, country music has become the unspoken soundtrack of real New England living, especially for the women who wear flannel like armor and sing their truth louder than the wind howling through the Berkshires.
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Why Women in New England Just Hit Different
Let’s talk about it—women in New England aren’t just beautiful, they’re built different. There’s something about the way they walk through a fall market in a flannel and boots that makes you forget about any coastal comparison. From Beacon Hill to Back Bay, up through the White Mountains and down the Connecticut River, the women of this region carry a rare combination of grit, class, and swagger—and yeah, I’ll say it: they’re hotter than the rest.
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Running Home: The Story of the Prodigal Son
There are few stories in Scripture more personal, more piercing, and more full of hope than the story of The Prodigal Son. It’s a story Pastor Howard Strickland preached on many times. And every time he told it, it felt as if heaven itself paused to listen.
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In the Belly of Purpose: The Story of Jonah and the God Who Doesn’t Give Up”
There’s something powerful about knowing that even when we run, God runs after us—not in wrath, but in relentless purpose. The story of Jonah and the whale (or more accurately, the “great fish”) is one of Scripture’s most vivid, wild, and grace-drenched adventures. It’s not just about a prophet who tried to outrun God—it’s about a God who won’t let us miss the calling on our lives, even when we try to hide from it.
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Built for the Storm: Why Boston Made Thrives in Economic Uncertainty
As we navigate a volatile global economic climate, it’s more important than ever to lead with clarity, conviction, and confidence in our mission. We are writing today to address the broader economic forecast and reaffirm Boston Made’s position not just as a brand, but as a dynamic and responsive startup designed for movement—of capital, of culture, and of opportunity.
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The Boston Babes and Their Wicked Accent: A Love Letter in Dropped R’s
Let’s get one thing straight: Boston women are a force. They’re tough, they’re smart, and they sound like they’re yelling even when they’re flirting. But the real showstopper? That wicked Boston accent that can turn a Dunkin’ order into a full-blown performance art piece.
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Why Living in Boston During May and June Is Simply the Best
There’s something magical about Boston when spring rolls into summer. May and June are hands-down the best months to live in the city—and here’s why.
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Introducing the Boston Made Reader: Your Central Hub for News Across Our Family of Brands
At Boston Made, we believe in keeping our community informed, connected, and inspired. That’s why we’re excited to unveil the Boston Made Reader — a powerful, user-friendly news feed designed to bring together updates from every corner of our growing family of brands. Whether you’re a loyal customer, a curious newcomer, or a member of the press, the Boston Made Reader is your all-access pass to everything we’re building.
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