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The Iranian foreign minister told his Qatari counterpart that the recent missile strikes were aimed at U. S. targets, not Qatar. He said this during a conversation with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al‑Thani, the Qatari minister of foreign affairs. Iran’s statement came after a series of attacks t

business

Seaport’s 2025 Year‑End Highlights and Future Moves

The company celebrated its first full year as a public entity, turning a focus on real‑estate driven hospitality into tangible results. Over 153, 000 square feet of space was leased or programmed in the Seaport district, reaching a 90 % occupancy rate. A key partnership with Lux Entertainment secure

AI Centers vs. Farmland: Texas Votes on the Future

In a surprising turn, voters in Texas chose businessman Nate Sheets over longtime incumbent John Miller for the state’s agriculture commissioner role. The decision highlighted how the rise of artificial‑intelligence data centers may outweigh traditional farming concerns, even in a state known for it

sports

Golden Goals, Quiet Cheers

The United States won both men’s and women’s Olympic hockey titles in a surprising double triumph that had the country buzzing. When the teams returned home, they were ready to celebrate without any political drama. Yet the first moments after the medals seemed likely to turn into a mix of pol

Science Money Keeps Maine’s Ocean Jobs Alive

Maine’s coastal economy depends on science money that comes from Washington. When federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, NOAA, and NASA receive cuts, the ripple effects hit fishermen in Portland, aquaculture farms in Brunswick, and towns such as Machias that rely on data to protect t

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Fuel Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Rise

Gasoline costs in the United States climbed by 11 cents overnight, reaching an average of about $3. 11 per gallon, according to AAA data. The rise came as the country moved into summer fuel blends and as global oil markets reacted to new conflicts in the Middle East. Oil futures rose sharply this

Trump’s Iran Gamble: A Power Play Gone Wrong

Trump has pushed himself into a risky conflict with Iran that could backfire on both foreign policy and his own political future. By announcing plans to topple the Iranian government, he is hoping for a quick victory that would keep him in control of the U. S. narrative and prevent a domestic loss a

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Falcons Set to Take the Field in Madrid

The National Football League has confirmed that its Atlanta Falcons will travel to Spain in 2026 for an international match. The game is planned as a home appearance for the Falcons, who will play eight contests in Atlanta that season. Among the nine home games scheduled for 2026, several opponen

technology

OpenAI Revises Military AI Deal After Public Backlash

OpenAI has pulled back on a quickly signed agreement to supply artificial intelligence tools to the U. S. Department of War, following criticism that the contract seemed rushed and risky. The company’s chief executive admitted on Monday night that the deal “looked opportunistic and sloppy, ” prom

Texas Primaries: A Big Shake‑Up Ahead of 2026