Rob Michaelson

What would Boston look like if we had elevated railways? A Blue Line from East Boston to Brighton? We explore the failed prototypes and “what-ifs” in the city’s transportation history with an expert.

Last month, the Cape Cod Air Force Station changed its name to the Cape Cod Space Force Station and introduced Space Force members to the roster. That one word replacement adds a whole new dimension to the mission of the station.

Discovery Channel’s Shark Week event has been a television hit for decades, but what’s resonated with audiences hasn’t always done the same for shark scientists —plenty see serious flaws in the programming. One group of scientists has taken their criticism to the next level. They watched all 32 year…

It is incredibly difficult for scientists to observe sharks mating in their natural habitat, since it rarely happens close to the surface. Luckily, there is an island area just off the coast of Florida that’s a regular hot spot for underwater coupling.

You may want to put on your tinfoil hat next time you walk through Boston’s transportation system, because your mind is being controlled. Well, it’s less mind control and more of a series of tiny design choices that some smart people implemented to help guide you throughout the city. Public transpor…

Since 1970, the population of oceanic sharks has dropped by 71%, and many species are facing extinction. If you’re not a big fan of sharks, this might seem like a good thing, but the absence of sharks would be devastating to ocean life. Sharks are an essential, keystone species that help balance oth…

There is a mystery in Boston and only one reporter can solve it — as long as he can pretend to be a grizzled 1940’s gumshoe while he does it. There has been a secret trophy room under the Longfellow Bridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts, since 2015. The public art display appeared overnight has puzzled…

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has left citizens and refugees in need of assistance, and there are many ways to give and offer support. NBC10 Boston’s Leslie Gaydos and Rob Michaelson show you the best places to donate your money and how to avoid charity scams.

It is a good idea to know, and when, to freeze your account so no one can open a credit account in your name

Coronavirus infections are on the rise and new variants are emerging as restrictions are lifted throughout the country. Sue O’Connell and Rob Michaelson go over what to expect next and why you need to prepare right now. Rob: So it feels like we’ve moved on from COVID in in this kind of relaxed aroun…