By Alicia A. Caldwell

The US government has revealed details of serious allegations against Secret Service agents and officers dating back to 2004.

political notebook

John McCain complains about big donations

The senator declared that “foreign money’’ was helping Mitt Romney’s candidacy and singled out casino developer Sheldon Adelson.

By Matthew Daly

The Obama administration unveiled tougher air quality standards on Friday intended to reduce the amount of soot that can be released into the air.

By David D. Kirkpatrick

The power play has darkened the prospects that Egypt might quickly emerge as a model of democracy for the Middle East.

By Andrew E. Kramer

Russia’s chief arms exporter said Friday that his company was shipping advanced defensive missile systems to Syria that could be used to shoot down airplanes or sink ships.

Wary Greeks head back to polls

By Elena Becatoros

Depending on the outcome of Sunday’s election, Greece could be forced out of the European joint currency, with potentially catastrophic consequences for the global economy.

editorial

President Obama deserves credit for correcting a major flaw in the country’s immigration policies — even if the change is politically motivated.

Editorial cartoon: Perched atop an ivory tower

Cartoonist Jack Ohman of the Portland Oregonian gives his perspective on recent statements by President Obama on the private sector.

Editorial | PRESS FREEDOM

The Newseum, which recently rented meeting rooms to the Business Roundtable for speeches by President Obama and Mitt Romney, should pay more attention to how its renters use the space.

‘Corpse flower’ expected to bloom at Franklin Park Zoo

By Alli Knothe

Amorphophallus titanum, a rare 200-pound flower, is expected to bloom and emit its signature rotting flesh smell Saturday or Sunday.

By Matt Rocheleau

The 36-year-old resigned from the Roxbury school after a Memphis TV station reported that he was on probation in Boston for a charge of assault and battery against his wife.

By Billy Baker

After months of research, the Coast Guard has determined that a 293-year-old fog cannon on Little Brewster Island is the oldest known Coast Guard artifact by several decades. On Friday, Rear Admiral Daniel Abel, 1st Coast Guard District commander, visited Boston Light to see the cannon and present a commendation to Sally Snowman, the 70th lighthouse keeper at Boston Light and the first female. The cannon remained in service until 1851, when it was replaced by a large fog bell.

By Todd Wallack

The bankrupt video game maker claimed it had a “fully negotiated deal and agreement” to receive more funding, but the state refused to honor the deal.

Walmart abandons Somerville, Watertown plans

By Erin Ailworth

The world’s largest retailer said its plans in the two cities no longer make financial sense.

Victim count soars in Chelsea man’s alleged $1m fraud

By Beth Healy

The investigation is widening into Gary Martel, accused this week of stealing as much as $1 million from more than 40 investors.

By Emily Langer

The 11-term New York Republican became an influential voice on environmental legislation. He died June 11 at his home in Arlington, Va.

Yvette Wilson, a comic who was featured on the 1990s sitcom ‘‘Moesha’’ and its spinoff, ‘‘The Parkers,’’ has died.

Walter A. Cuffe Jr., 70, Lynn funeral home owner

By Stephanie M. Peters

Cuffe and his family lived above their Lynn funeral home, and his commitment to helping others earned him a reputation as a go-to source of advice.

Between Heat and Thunder, NBA Finals taking star turns

By Brian Mahoney

With two superstars going head to head on both sides of the court, ratings for the NBA finals have hit levels last seen in 2004, when Kobe and Shaq were still playing together.

Red Sox Notebook

Josh Beckett goes on the DL

By Peter Abraham

The Red Sox have placed Josh Beckett on the 15-day disabled list because of shoulder inflammation.

Shriners All-Star Classic

By Anthony Gulizia

Everett quarterback John DiBiaso stepped up with two minutes left in the game, prepared to orchestrate a game-winning drive, but the defense had other plans.

Names

For Quincy-born improv actor, playing a Tom Brady fan came easy

Growing up in Quincy, Mike Mitchell was an enormous Pats fan. So when someone in his sketch group at UC Berkeley asked if he’d like to shoot a “Funny or Die” video with Tom Brady, the answer was easy.

From The Archives

From the Archives: Francis Ouimet, golf hero

The Country Club in Brookline, one of the country clubs in the nation, has hosted the US Open golf tournament three times.

99 Bottles

For people with celiac, there is at least one great gluten-free beer

By Steve Greenlee

A Vermont brewery created the Belgian-style beer, made with sorghum instead of barley, after its co-owner was diagnosed with gluten intolerance.