How to navigate solo travel as a young woman

Traveling alone goes against all the lessons I was taught as a child: Stick with your friends, don’t walk alone late at night, don’t talk to strangers. 12:00 p.m.

Alaska is getting even more popular, but you can still skip the crowds

Here are five excursions to explore Alaska sans tourists. 12:00 p.m.

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New award to honor arts and activism named after Lena Horne

The venerated Times Square concert venue The Town Hall has created a new award to honor arts and activism, a prize to be named after Horne. 11:49 a.m.

The Sky Bar’s triumphant return

The chocolate bar with four separate fillings is back in production this week. This is the unlikely story of its salvation. 6:00 a.m.

Joshua Bernstein wants you to drink better beer

He’s written five books on craft beer, including “Drink Better Beer,” released last month. We caught up with him to discuss his latest book, industry trends, and more. 7:44 p.m.

Getting Salty with Steven Peljovich of Michael’s Deli

The Miami native has been happily ensconced in Coolidge Corner for eight years — and wouldn’t even mind eating his last meal there. 6:34 p.m.

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Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson discuss whether he’d play Captain America again

Chris Evans isn’t closing the door on reprising his role as Captain America, but he’s also not overly enthusiastic about the idea. 6:22 p.m.

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‘Antiques Roadshow’ is coming to Boston in 2020. Here’s how to get tickets.

PBS's "Antiques Roadshow" will welcome 3,000 local guests to have their valuables appraised in Boston next year. 5:51 p.m.

Revisiting a Berkshire Christmas, 1967

An iconic Rockwell painting comes to life in Stockbridge. 3:20 p.m.

Hello, winter solstice: Here’s where to make merry on the longest night of the year

Local organizations are hosting hayrides, bonfires, moonlight hikes, and lantern-lit strolls Dec. 21. Here’s a sampling of events. 1:56 p.m.