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Robert Playter, who led Boston Dynamics through its commercial breakthrough with Spot the robot dog, is stepping down after three decades of pioneering robotics innovation. His leadership transformed a small MIT research lab into the global leader in mobile robotics.
Boston Dynamics just made its robot dog Spot significantly more intelligent by integrating Google's Gemini AI, helping factories run safer and more efficiently. The upgrade means robots can now understand complex industrial environments and prevent costly equipment failures before they happen.
Boston Dynamics just gave its famous four-legged robot Spot some impressive new skills, including the ability to open doors without an arm and patrol buildings for security. The update transforms Spot from a clever gadget into a truly useful workplace assistant.
A conservationist in Boston just uncovered one of America's oldest gravestones honoring a freed Black man who died in 1729. Sebastian, who chose the name Boston after gaining his freedom, was respected enough in colonial America to receive both a tombstone and a published obituary.
A youth baseball team from South Boston just swept their way to victory in the Boston Red Sox Foundation RBI League championship. The 15U A's dominated the finals with back-to-back wins, and their next stop is Fenway Park.
A soccer ball taller than a four-story building will tower over East Boston's waterfront next month as the city attempts to break a Guinness World Record. The massive installation celebrates Boston hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches this summer.
A 45-foot soccer ball, stretching four stories tall, will tower over Boston's waterfront this June as the city prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The massive installation aims to spark excitement and put Boston on the global soccer stage.
The Boston 5K sold out in just 21 minutes last year, so organizers are giving everyone a fair shot with a new lottery system. Registration for the April 18 race closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
A new Boston apartment complex just made electric car ownership far easier for city dwellers. The Hyde Park development launched with 64 charging stations built in from day one, the largest residential EV charging project in Boston's history.
Fresh off her Milan Olympic victory, figure skater Alysa Liu brought her boundary-breaking spirit to a packed Boston venue. The 20-year-old champion's first U.S. performance since winning gold inspired standing-room-only crowds at the Skating Club of Boston.
Mayor Michelle Wu just unveiled an ambitious climate plan that could make Boston a national model for urban sustainability. The city is rallying businesses, institutions, and residents to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade.
Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton crossed the Boston Marathon finish line in under four hours, greeted by her proud parents and a Boston legend. She ran under a historic pseudonym and made sure the officers who protected her got recognition too.
Boston CASA is recruiting volunteers to advocate for foster children in court, no special skills required. One retired IT worker has already changed eight young lives through simple acts like trampoline parks and apple picking.
Hundreds of swimmers plunged into Boston Harbor at Castle Island for Swim Across America, raising over $500,000 for cancer care and research. The annual event brings together athletes and supporters united by one goal: funding lifesaving treatments.
Mayor Michelle Wu unveiled Boston's roadmap to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 while creating 67,000 green jobs. The plan tackles everything from sea-level protection to affordable energy, with climate justice at its core.
While Arctic temperatures grip Boston, dedicated volunteers gather outside South Station weekly to offer hot meals and warm clothing to people experiencing homelessness. Their simple act of showing up provides more than supplies—it offers human connection when people need it most.
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After Monday's blizzard buried Boston, neighbors grabbed shovels and teamed up to dig out their community. What started as a practical response to snow has become a movement changing how people see the city.
Boston and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers just unveiled plans for 20 infrastructure projects to shield the historic city from flooding as sea levels rise. The $10 billion investment could save the city from $54 billion in future damage.
Boston is creating a secure system for AI agents to interact with city services, preventing chaos while opening up new possibilities. The city's experiment could become a model for governments worldwide.
Boston Police prioritized community trust over federal immigration detainer requests in 2025, reflecting the city's commitment to its sanctuary law. The decision shows how local communities navigate the balance between federal law and protecting immigrant families.
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