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Susan Wojcicki, former YouTube CEO and longtime Google executive, dies at 56
Wojcicki played a key role in Google’s creation and served 9 years as YouTube’s CEO.
Surprise bill for Augusta emergency room visit highlights hospital fee debate
Kelly Brignac of Waterville said she received few services and was shocked by a bill exceeding $2,000, most of which was a so-called facility fee for using a hospital.
Union Pacific hasn’t yet lived up to deal to give all its engineers predictable schedules
The union that represents train engineers says Union Pacific is holding back on its promises.
California partners with Nvidia to bring artificial intelligence resources to colleges
The partnership aims to add new curriculum and certifications, hardware and software, and AI labs and workshops.
Strategists warn of Trump challenging Fed’s independence
Donald Trump’s challenges of Fed independence, both during his presidential term and more recently on the 2024 campaign trail, have broken from a long-standing norm that presidents refrain from influencing Fed policymakers’ decisions.
China challenges EV tariffs imposed by Europe, files complaint
The EU last month imposed provisional tariffs on some car imports from China that would raise rates to as high as 48% after a months-long probe into Chinese state aid to EV makers.
Wall Street ends wild week nearly where it began – and more tests loom next week
Stocks close higher Friday, clawing back much of the week’s losses as markets embrace a mood of calm.
Fenway Sports Group ‘seriously considering’ making bid for Celtics
According to reports, the John Henry-led group that owns the Red Sox could put in a bid for the Celtics, which could sell for “a record $6 billion price.”
Regulators move to delay increase in minimum lobster size
Lobster harvesters and dealers say that the fraction-of-an-inch change could eliminate the most lucrative segment of their catch and give Canadian competitors an unfair advantage.