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With record-tying heat behind us, an eclipse looms for Sunday night

There are quite a few things to talk about this Sunday, even with the record-tying heat yesterday now behind us. Boston reached 86 degrees, which was the same as the record temperature for the date set back in 1879.

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Warmth and humidity here to stay throughout weekend
By the time we get to the middle of summer most of us are at least acclimated somewhat to temperatures in the 80s and dew points in the 60s. But this early in the season you might be feeling like it’s a bit much.

Scientists unveil first-ever picture of supermassive black hole at center of Milky Way
A team of scientists that included researchers from Harvard on Thursday unveiled the first-ever picture of the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy.

Forecast | Dave Epstein
As warm weather establishes itself, so does a bit of a dry spell
The lack of rain just means there’s a lot of pollen in the air in Greater Boston and you may notice it’s a little dusty. But if you’re a gardener, whether you’re trying to start a lawn or a bunch of seeds, it’s been really quite difficult.

Live weather updates from Boston-area meteorologists

With severe weather in the forecast, here’s a look at what to expect, according to Boston-area meteorologists.

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Heat hacks: 12 tips and tricks to keep your house cool

We’ve compiled some tips on how to beat the heat and keep your home as cool as possible during the blistering hot weather.

How to live without air conditioning

Could Americans kick our addiction to cool? Maybe more happily than we think.

Stuck in a home without air conditioning? Here’s how to stay cool

A little savvy about when to open windows and when to keep them closed with curtains drawn goes a long way.

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With extreme heat increasingly in the forecast, how can we adapt?

As climate change progresses, heat waves like the one that has settled over New England this week are expected to become even more common. Chelsea hopes to significantly reduce extreme heat with some carefully selected low-tech strategies that can be exported to other communities.

Boston’s ‘heat islands’ turn lower-income neighborhoods from hot to insufferable

In a recent city report, officials noted that temperatures in leafier neighborhoods are often significantly lower than in more densely populated areas.

Things to do

13 of Boston’s best spray parks for kids

Free places to beat the heat and have some fun.

DIY recipes for fans of Fudgsicles, Popsicles, and Creamsicles

These easy recipes let you fill your freezer with the cool, sweet taste of summer.

A guide to some of the best beaches in Greater Boston

If venturing slightly outside the city limits is within your wherewithal, we’ve rounded up a few destinations worth checking out.

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Forecast | Dave Epstein

It’ll be cool early this week, but summer heat is on the horizon

Depending on your perspective, this week will either be a great week of weather or a little too much of summer too early.

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Maura Kennedy took her dogs Pongo (left) and Cole for a walk to Duxbury Beach.

Get the jackets out for a cool (but not rainy) Mother’s Day

Our fickle New England weather is back on the cloudy side and will remain there for a couple of days.

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A woman walked under an umbrella along the Charles River.

While it’s wet today, it’ll be amazing tomorrow

Wednesday has been (and will continue to be) dreary and gray. But Thursday is a whole different story.

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It's tulip season, including at Christopher Columbus Park in Boston.

Rain and cool temperatures are expected this week

Rain is in the forecast on Wednesday, but Thursday is expected to bring sunshine and temperatures possibly in the 70s in some areas.

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A springtime photo opp on the Boston Common.

The work week will conclude on a chilly note, but changes are on the horizon

After being in the mid-50s today, temperatures will reach near 60 on Saturday and well into the 60s for Sunday, with a lot of sunshine.

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Professional kite flyer Glenn Davison launched his trilobite fossil shaped kite on the hilltop field at the Fruitlands Museum in Harvard.

We’re clear of rain, but expect some wind (and maybe one last frost!) ahead

Many of us think of March as a blustery month but April is going to go out on a windy note.

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A woman walks her dog.

We’re looking at a fairly cool week ahead, but don’t expect much sunshine

In the end, we may not see much rain, either.

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A person sits on a bench in the Public Garden.

This weekend will bring a coastal chill to Massachusetts

One of the types of weather I really find fascinating is the backdoor cold front — and we’re going to experience one this weekend.