With the fate of those on Titanic-bound submersible known, focus turns to cause of fatal implosion

The search for a missing Titanic-bound submersible in the North Atlantic has become an investigation and salvage mission that will take an indefinite amount of time. 2 hours ago

Deep in the Atlantic, a ‘catastrophic implosion’ and five lives lost

The quest for the missing vessel was seen at the start as a race against time, as rescuers who hoped the Titan might still be intact hurried to reach the area where it had descended before its supply of oxygen ran out. 1:31 a.m.

Maine bill proposing one of country’s least restrictive abortion laws narrowly clears House vote

A proposal to expand access to abortions narrowly passed Thursday night in the Maine House, clearing the first hurdle after lawmakers kicked off an emotional floor debate. 12:23 a.m.

All five passengers on Titan likely dead after vessel imploded, Coast Guard says, calling it a ‘catastrophic event’

“I offer my deepest condolences to the families,” said Rear Admiral John Mauger during an afternoon briefing in Boston. 9:16 p.m.

RI POLITICS

The latest political news in Rhode Island

Endorsements, campaign announcements, and more leading up to the special election for R.I.’s First Congressional District 7:25 p.m.

Submersible plunged into exotic, dangerous world on way to Titanic

The very deep sea is a forbidding, almost alien environment, inhabited only by odd, eyeless creatures that have adapted to pressures that could instantly crush the most advanced Navy submarine. 6:59 p.m.

RI EDUCATION

Facing opposition, Providence shortens proposed lease for Achievement First

Promesa Elementary’s current agreement to operate out of a Providence public school expires June 30. 6:55 p.m.