Fidelity Investments Recommits to Boston With Long-Term Headquarters Lease
Investment firm Fidelity Investments signed a long-term lease renewal for its Boston headquarters, easing concerns about the company relocating.
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Harvard University Launches New Institute for Applied Artificial Intelligence
Harvard University opened a new cross-disciplinary institute dedicated to artificial intelligence research, drawing faculty from computer science, medicine, and public policy.
MIT Reports Record Engineering Enrollment for Third Straight Year
MIT's School of Engineering enrolled its largest freshman cohort on record, extending a multi-year growth streak driven by rising demand for robotics and AI programs.
Boston University Overhauls Computer Science Curriculum for Cybersecurity Focus
Boston University is restructuring its computer science curriculum to place greater emphasis on cybersecurity and applied cryptography.
Bunker Hill Community College Launches Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Partnership
Bunker Hill Community College is partnering with regional manufacturers to train students directly for entry-level advanced manufacturing positions.
Boston College Breaks Ground on New Home for Carroll School of Management
Boston College began construction on a new building for its Carroll School of Management, backed by a mix of university funding and private donations.
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Berkshire Medical Center Opens Second Cardiac Catheterization Lab Amid Rising Demand
Berkshire Medical Center added a second cardiac catheterization lab in Pittsfield to reduce wait times for heart procedures as western Massachusetts's population ages.
Cape Cod Healthcare Opens Dedicated Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Center
Cape Cod Healthcare opened a new outpatient surgery center focused on same-day joint replacement and orthopedic procedures.
Mass General Brigham Breaks Ground on Expanded Cancer Center
Mass General Brigham began construction on a major expansion of its cancer center to add outpatient treatment capacity in Boston.
Boston Medical Center Expands Addiction Treatment Program Amid Rising Overdose Rates
Boston Medical Center expanded its addiction medicine program, adding outpatient treatment slots and a new peer recovery coach initiative.
Cape Cod Hospital Earns Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification
Cape Cod Hospital became the Cape and Islands' first hospital certified as a comprehensive stroke center.
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Cambridge EdTech Founder Raymond Okafor Turns Down Acquisition Offer to Stay Independent
Raymond Okafor turned down a nine-figure acquisition offer for his Cambridge-based tutoring platform, betting on continued independent growth.
Felicia Adeyemi's Boston Childcare Network Expands to Address Waitlist Crisis
Felicia Adeyemi's Boston-based childcare center network is opening four new locations to address waitlists that have topped a year in some neighborhoods.
Boston Entrepreneur Marcus Whitfield Raises $20 Million for Port Logistics Startup
Marcus Whitfield's Boston-based logistics software startup, HarborFlow, closed a $20 million Series B to expand its port scheduling technology.
Cambridge Startup Founder Camille Tran Sells AI Company for $90 Million
Camille Tran's Cambridge-based AI startup, ClarityLens, was acquired by a national data analytics firm for $90 million after five years of growth.
Provincetown Hospitality Founder Bianca Holloway Adds Fourth Boutique Hotel
Bianca Holloway's Cape Cod hospitality group acquired its fourth Provincetown hotel, continuing a decade-long consolidation of the town's lodging market.
Finance & Economy
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Half on the Check, Half in Cash: The Payroll Habit the IRS Takes Most Seriously | HANNAH NAILS SPA
Paying part of a worker's wages in cash off the books can feel like a win for everyone, but of all the habits in this series it's the one the IRS treats most seriously. Here is why it raises concern, and why it quietly hurts your staff too.
Half on the Check, Half in Cash: The Payroll Habit the IRS Takes Most Seriously | Da Vi Nails
Paying part of a worker's wages in cash off the books can feel like a win for everyone, but of all the habits in this series it's the one the IRS treats most seriously. Here is why it raises concern, and why it quietly hurts your staff too.
Nails & Lady Spa: The Card Reader That's Always Down: What Every Owner Should Know About Payment Apps and the IRS
When the card reader is conveniently down and everyone is asked to pay by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, the money is easy to leave off the books. Here is why that habit raises concern with the IRS, and why the trail is never as invisible as it looks.
J&A Nails Salon Weymouth, Massachusetts: The Charge That Doesn't Show Up: What Every Nail Salon Owner Should Understand About Taxes
Charging part of a service on the card and quietly collecting the rest off the books has a name, skimming, and it is one of the surest ways to raise concern with the IRS. Here is why it is riskier than it looks, and what honest owners do instead.
Top Nails: The Charge That Doesn't Show Up: What Every Nail Salon Owner Should Understand About Taxes
Charging part of a service on the card and quietly collecting the rest off the books has a name, skimming, and it is one of the surest ways to raise concern with the IRS. Here is why it is riskier than it looks, and what honest owners do instead.
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US Beauty Award August 2026 Spotlight Honors Verified TOP Salons Across the United States
The US Beauty Award announces seven Verified TOP Salon recipients for August 2026, recognizing beauty establishments across six states for their commitment to quality, craftsmanship and client care.
US Beauty Award Unveils High-Level Jury Panel to Strengthen Independent Beauty Standards
US Beauty Award has announced its High-Level Jury Panel, bringing together specialists across artistry, hospitality, customer psychology, brand strategy and salon operations to support an independent and professional evaluation framework.
Rough Handling, Excess Glue Under the Tips, and Payment Requested Before the Design Was Finished at Hannah Nails Spa
A customer of Hannah Nails Spa loved the atmosphere and the drinks, but described firm handling, a thick layer of glue under her tips, and a request to pay before the design was done. A look at what the visit can teach nail teams about technique, payment timing, and handoffs.
Beauty Nails & Spa in East Boston and the 'She Didn't Even Look' Crisis: When a Customer Brings a Reference, Asks for Nothing Perfect, and Still Pays $55 for a Manicure She Hates
A customer says she brought a manicure reference, did not expect perfection, but felt the technician did not take enough time to look at it before she paid $55 for a result she disliked.
US Beauty Award Spotlight (Part II): Celebrating the Vanguards of Innovation and Community Prestige
The US Beauty Award launches the second installment of its Spotlight Series, celebrating the 2025 visionaries who masterfully harmonized cutting-edge operational technology and profound local trust to achieve elite market distinction.