Boston Mayor Michelle Wu—new updates out, still first woman and first person of color elected Boston mayor (2021). More on her moves today.
The 2026 World Cup is reshaping perceptions as fans from Scotland, Japan and elsewhere flood into American cities. Boston hosts a thriving scene with the Tartan Army, hospitality wins praise, and local leaders forge ties with visiting communities. While heat and logistical challenges persist, fans are leaving lasting impressions and boosting U.S. soft power.
The annual conservative conference CPAC in Texas saw notable absences, including Donald Trump, amid shifting dynamics within the Republican Party. Discussions focus on future leadership, Iran, and the party’s direction post-Trump, with new figures like Liz Truss making appearances and debates about the party's ideological future.
Scotland fans have converged on Boston for the World Cup, driving bars to stock shortages and city-wide celebrations. The Scots mark their first World Cup appearance in 28 years with mass fanfare, including massed bagpipes, street celebrations, and notable moments like a traffic-cone tradition tied to Glasgow’s Duke of Wellington statue.