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April 9, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines News A Boston biotech sent its simulated organs to space on Artemis II. It could change space travel Harvard's Wyss Institute and Emulate Bio say results from the AVATAR project could provide insights on how travel into deep space affects the human body. By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com Read more News Destinations Popular NYC smash burger chain opens second Boston store within weeks One of the biggest artists on the planet once said he likes to visit this burger joint when he's in New York City. By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com MORE    News Animal shelters overwhelmed as immigration enforcement leaves pets behind Animal shelters in Massachusetts are overwhelmed as deportations force immigrants to abandon beloved pets. By Tréa Lavery | TLavery@masslive.com MORE    Lottery Powerball: See the winning numbers in Wednesday’s $20 million drawing Check your numbers to see if you hit it big in Wednesday's jackpot. By National Desk MORE    See more news Sports Celtics Celtics playoffs opponent: Who could Boston play in 1st round? Despite there being only three games left in the regular season, the Celtics' first-round opponent is still uncertain. By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com MORE    Bruins Bruins reveal what jersey number James Hagens will wear James Hagens' choice of Bruins jersey number was a little unexpected. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview: Top cornerbacks Mike Vrabel should target Despite a strong starting trio, the Patriots could use outside cornerback depth behind Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis. Here are the five best fits in the draft By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE