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Trump says he prefers not to strike Iran as frustration mounts - "We just had a conversation with Iran. Let's see what happens. But I would say that I am not happy," President Trump said.

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US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz -- About a fifth of the world's trade in oil and natural gas typically passes through the strait.

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Reporters at McClatchy withhold bylines in dispute over AI content

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Mexican governor steps down temporarily after US indictment -- Federal prosecutors in Manhattan announced the unsealing of an indictment Wednesday.

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Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately -- The airline said on its website that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available.

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Building trades unions emerge as a key ally of tech giants in push for AI data centers -- Unionized workers are employed on a huge number of massive data center projects.

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Microsoft, Amazon hand Pentagon more control over AI systems -- The deals provide the Pentagon with wide leeway to potentially use powerful advanced AI technologies for secret combat operations, such as assisting with targeting.

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Netflix plans first wide theatrical release with 'Narnia' -- The plan breaks from Netflix's long-standing policy of releasing movies exclusively on its streaming service, with few caveats.

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Your next roommate might be over 50. Here's why older people are increasingly sharing homes.

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It's been 20 years since Romneycare sparked near-universal health insurance coverage in Mass. Now, that status is under threat.

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Students at Berklee College of Music pay up to $85,000 to attend. Some say the school's AI classes are a waste of money.

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Pierre Terjanian is leading the MFA into a new era -- Globe reporter Janelle Nanos sits down with leaders in the city's business community to talk career paths, accomplishments, and visions for Boston's future.

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Explore the 2025 Tech Power Players list -- The Globe's fourth annual list of the most influential people in tech shows an innovation scene ready for a comeback.

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Can Boston's innovation scene get its mojo back?

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Explore the Top Places to Work 2025 list -- According to employee surveys, these 175 companies have the happiest workers in the state.

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See who took the No. 1 spot on the top largest companies list

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Where are layoffs happening in Massachusetts?

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Track grocery prices in Mass. and across the United States

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Explore rent estimates and trends all over Eastern Mass.

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Listen to the Globe Opinion podcast "Say More with Shirley Leung"

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Sign up for Trendlines, a newsletter from Larry Edelman

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US military reaches deals with 7 tech companies to use their AI on classified systems

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Ten Boston restaurants just received full liquor licenses. Here's where.

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Brown University receives $12m gift from billionaire businessman Orlando Bravo

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Trump says he'll place 25 percent tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with trade deal

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Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount

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Top Places to Work deadline extended

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Boston University names Vertex CEO as 2026 commencement speaker

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Massachusetts hiring rebounded in March, new data show

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Gas prices in Massachusetts now average $4.23 per gallon after sharp rise this week

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Mass. income tax cut could wipe out long-awaited deduction, state says

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GBH to merge with Springfield-based New England Public Media

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Newsflash: One-size-fits-all office schedules don't work anymore.

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How a Market Basket bagger rose to become president of the grocery chain

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Bessent wants Americans to avoid easy-money traps and invest in financial literacy

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