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Summer Mock-tails to Cocktails for the Entire Family

Nothing like a colorful cocktail under the sun! Think beach, pool, or lounging on the porch and save time by making one drink for the whole family. Then go for the cheat option, and transform the drink into a special cocktail for the "older kids."

party

Toast to the end of summer

Summer always seems to fly by, so instead of lamenting the passing season, why not cheer the start of the new work and school year with these easy-to-make cocktails. Each drink is easy enough to make for a Labor Day party or just a get-together with friends. The cocktails mix

Cambridge

Russell House Tavern: Specialty Cocktails

Nestled behind the red brick façade of Harvard Square, Russell House Tavern is an attractive get away with decorative outdoor lighting and seating. The restaurant is known for its artisanal American fare and handcrafted specialty cocktails. It has a unique urban flare with its historic location and modern cuisine. Their

boston

Our top 10 bars in the Hub for meeting people

BOSTON – In a time when social meet ups are often done online, meeting new people face-to-face is becoming increasingly difficult. For many, life beyond texting can be daunting. Want a little help getting started? Here are 10 Boston-area bars where the atmosphere lets you step outside your comfort zone and

government

We need to know the algorithms the government uses to make important decisions about us

In criminal justice systems, credit markets, employment arenas, higher education admissions processes and even social media networks, data-driven algorithms now drive decision-making in ways that touch our economic, social and civic lives. These software systems rank, classify, associate or filter information, using human-crafted or data-induced rules that allow for consistent

Catholic

In John Kasich’s call for community, an echo of Catholic social teachings

(RNS) — Republican Party leaders want John Kasich to exit the GOP primary race. The governor of Ohio is drawing too many votes away from Ted Cruz and weakening the Texas senator's chances of stopping Donald Trump from winning the party's nomination for president. At the moment,

Massachusetts

Harvard sex assault committee takes aim at all-male Final Clubs

CAMBRIDGE — A recently released report by a Harvard University sexual assault task force takes aim at the school's elite all-male Final Clubs, the fraternity-like social organizations that operate off-campus, blaming them for a climate of sexual assault on campus. In pointing the finger at the Final Clubs, the

Massachusetts

Bay State tops NE in creating family-friendly conditions

Massachusetts tops New England in terms of social and economic policies that improve family well-being and prosperity, as well as that of their communities, according to a recently developed index. The Bay State ranked in the top 20, ahead of New Hampshire, which held the top spot in 2015 rankings