Baffled by the excess sugar added to his favorite beverages, Laurent Adamowicz founded EChO, a not-for-profit foundation focusing on using research, technology, and health education to help eradicate childhood obesity.
Finding Stories at the Push of a Button
Malls are still filled with people waiting, even if there aren’t as many as there used to be. Instead of staring at a phone, however, try a short story dispenser.
Gardner Exhibit Explores the Art of Friendship
Last month the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum debuted the Henry James and American Painting, an exhibition geared specifically towards the deep friendship of Gardner and James.
At MIT, 90 Seconds to Win
A group of 20 entrepreneurs pitched their ideas to a panel of judges under the iconic dome on MIT’s academic campus for a chance to win $5,000 to grow their startups.
Clinton Calls for Environmental Action at Greenbuild
At the annual Greenbuild Expo, former U.S. President Bill Clinton delivered a riveting keynote speech regarding the importance of collectively battling against climate change.
International Antiquarian Book Fair Explores Frost, Thoreau
The annual Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair is a haven for avid book collectors. This intellectual gathering boasts limited edition books ranging from poetry and diaries to antiquated world maps.
With Grainmaker, a Taste of Southeast Asia in Boston
Tired of the low food quality of fast food restaurants and inspired by the cuisine of Vietnam and Thailand, Chris Freeman opened Grainmaker in Downtown Crossing.
Newton Elects Ruthanne Fuller the City’s First Female Mayor
In a historic election, the citizens of Newton elected their first female mayor in the city’s 2017 race.
Walsh Defeats Jackson in Boston’s 2017 Mayoral Race
As the Massachusetts polls closed on Tuesday night, Marty Walsh came out victorious in the 2017 Boston mayoral election with 64 percent of the vote to Jackson’s 32 percent.
At Anoush’ella, a Twist on Mediterranean Comfort Food
After lamenting a lack of casual dining options, the Festekijans decided to open Anoush’ella, the newest destination for Mediterranean comfort food.