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September 1, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines News MassLive’s Most Influential Innovators of 2026 MassLive's list of Massachusetts' top innovators shows the state can claim many people and companies that lead their industries — and create new ones. By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com Read more News News More than 3,300 make $100K or more a year from the Mass. retirement system There are more than 133,000 who get paid through the state's pension system. The highest paid person make nearly $350,000 per year. By Dave Eisenstadter | deisen@masslive.com MORE    News The amount of people paying their BNPL loans late has gone up: report More people are regretting getting such a loan, too. By Claudia Dimuro | cdimuro@pennlive.com MORE    News AI ‘the most immediate concern’ to world financial system, watchdog says The G20 Summit is taking place in Asheville, North Carolina, this week. By Claudia Dimuro | cdimuro@pennlive.com MORE    See more news Sports Red Sox For one night at least, Trevor Story quieted questions about his Red Sox future After months of frustration, the Red Sox veteran shortstop finally got in on the fun. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox still undecided on Tuesday starter; Payton Tolle hugs it out; Mickey Gasper resumes hot streak (Notebook) Notes on Tuesday's potential starter, a close encounter for Payton Tolle and Mickey Gasper's quick return. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ returnees Trevor Story, Roman Anthony making sudden impact | Sean McAdam It hasn't taken long for Trevor Story and Roman Anthony to make big contributions after missing several months. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE