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The Bluebird Night: How a Teenage Songwriter Talked Her Way Into Nashville
She turned down a development deal at 13, signed as a songwriter at 14 and landed a record contract after one night at the Bluebird Café.…
What Actually Happens When You Ask an AI Chatbot a Question
From tokens to probabilities, a plain-language look at how large language models generate answers, and why that explains both their strengths and mistakes.
Countdown to 20: The Newsroom’s Ten-Day Celebration of Taylor Swift’s Debut Album
Taylor Swift’s debut album turns 20 on October 24. Starting today, the Boston Made Newsroom publishes a new story every other day, each with something to…
Why Energy Costs Run High in New England: An Explainer Before Heating Season
New England often pays more for electricity and heat than much of the country. Pipelines, winter demand and an aging fuel mix help explain why.
Proposition 2½, Explained: How Property Taxes Work in Massachusetts Communities
Since 1980, a state law has limited how much Massachusetts cities and towns can raise through property taxes. How it works, plus overrides and exclusions.
The Eras of Taylor Swift: A Field Guide for the Rest of Us
Every era of Taylor Swift, from a Christmas tree farm to the record-breaking Life of a Showgirl, plus the Era Sorter game and a 13-question quiz.
Head of the Charles: How a Rowing Race Became a Boston Autumn Ritual
Every October, rowers race up the Charles River past crowds on the bridges. The history of the Head of the Charles Regatta and how to watch…
Fenway Web Opens a Free Learning Center to Teach Small Businesses to Build Their Own Websites
BOSTON — October 9, 2026 — Fenway Web today announced that info.fenwayweb.com is now its free learning center, teaching small-business owners how to build, launch and…
Now Live: DanielStricklandMusic.com Brings Daniel Strickland’s Music, Shows and Bookings Into One Place
Singer, guitarist and pianist Daniel Strickland has a new home online, with original songs, an official music video, a fan wall and live-event booking, built by…
Fed Minutes Keep Another Rate Hike on the Table as Inflation Stays Stubborn
The latest Federal Reserve minutes keep another rate hike on the table as inflation remains stubborn. Officials are balancing the need to restore price stability against…
New Hampshire and Maine Put New England at the Center of the Senate Map
New England is moving into another consequential Senate cycle, with New Hampshire and Maine drawing national attention. The region remains politically competitive, and small shifts in…
Apple Season in New England: Orchards, Old Varieties and the Story of Cider
From the Baldwin to the McIntosh, apples run deep in New England history. A guide to the region's apple traditions and tips for a day of…
Thanksgiving 2026: Plentiful Turkeys, Cheaper Eggs and Pricier Beef
Charlie’s Kitchen Won’t Reopen: Harvard Square Loses Its 75-Year-Old Burger Landmark
Make a Closure Notice Work for Visitors Who Skip the Homepage
Making a Music Video as an Independent Artist: Concept, Budget and Shoot Day
Building Something Bigger: The Future of Boston Made Pets Is Under Construction
