NBA Schedule Drop: The league unveiled the 2026-27 opener slate, with the Boston Celtics starting at Detroit and a prime Oct. 20 tripleheader that includes LeBron James’ first game with the Philadelphia 76ers at the Knicks. Public Health Research: A Nature study led by Boston Children’s Hospital finds severe COVID-19 can reactivate dormant viruses, with links to long COVID and long-term disability. Local Business & Housing: Adams’ Park Street is getting a boost as a renovated building adds apartments and new eateries, aiming to bring more foot traffic downtown. Sports Watch: The Red Sox’ hot run hit a rough patch after consecutive losses, including a setback to the Blue Jays. Trials & Courts: Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial resumed with testimony from a second psychiatric nurse practitioner. Massachusetts Economy: MassDevelopment named a new CFO, Bran Shim, a former senior budget leader in Gov. Maura Healey’s office. Workplace & Safety: Winchester police received two state 911 grants for support and training. Health Alerts: A Taylor Farms recall expanded to more than a dozen products over possible salmonella risk, with Massachusetts listed among affected states. Business & Jobs: Boston cybersecurity firm Rapid7 cut about 300 jobs as revenue and profits shrink. International: Russia released Massachusetts-linked Marine Robert Gilman after years in detention, with family and advocates citing serious health concerns.