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Friday, February 20, 2026 9:46 AM ET

Boston Globe - Business

US economy grows at 1.4% rate in the fourth quarter, slower than economists expected - A downturn in government and consumer spending contributed to the slowdown in fourth-quarter growth, the government said.

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The overhaul of White Stadium is set to cost $325 million. How does the price compare to other soccer venues? -- In Boston, costs have jumped more than 60 percent from an initial projection of $200 million.

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Boston to keep three MBTA bus routes free to ride through June, but long-term plan is unclear -- The pilot program on the 23, 28, and 29 bus routes was previously set to end by March 1.

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Fewer than half of Providence apartments would be rent-controlled under current proposal, city estimates -- A fierce debate is underway about rent control. But most apartments wouldn't even be included, according to the new estimates.

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Swingers is bringing mini golf, arcade games, pizza, and cocktails to Back Bay. Take a look inside. -- The two-floor Boston location is the London-born chain's fourth in the US, following outposts in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Las Vegas.

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Shirley Leung - 'This is advanced stupidity': Raising Cane's fight with Boston landlord is not just about the smell of its chicken - The restaurant-landlord dispute feeds the notion that the city is a tough place to do business, and isn't fun.

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It's tax prep time. Here's what you need to know about filing this year.

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iRobot went from a pioneer in home automation to a bankruptcy fire sale. Here's how it happened.

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At Massachusetts stores, the demise of the penny is adding up to one big headache

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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.

8 months ago

Can Boston's innovation scene get its mojo back?

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The state of Boston tech, at a glance

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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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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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Why nearly 15,000 Bostonians live in 'pharmacy deserts'

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Have a consumer problem? The Globe's Fine Print columnist wants to help.

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Listen to Globe Opinion's podcast, 'Say More with Shirley Leung'

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With legalizing recreational marijuana off the table, N.H. looks to increase access to medical marijuana

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Social media companies face legal reckoning over mental health harms to children

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India joins US-led initiative to build secure technology supply chains

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Walmart delivers another quarter of impressive sales but offers a muted outlook

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Alpha Kappa Alpha sisters who joined sorority as Boston college students 'come home' for conference

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Workplace inspections by OSHA dropped over a six-month period of 2025

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Did a networking event for women constitute sex discrimination? A Coca-Cola bottler based in N.H. disputes EEOC's claim.

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Without health care, the Massachusetts job market would be dead in the water

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Will Logan's air traffic control tower be replaced? Massport is making plans.

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US trade deficit declined in 2025, but gap for goods hits a record despite Trump tariffs

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FCC chairman says the agency is investigating ABC's 'The View' over equal time rule

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Uber moves to enact stricter background checks for drivers

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Veteran cable TV exec Doug Herzog to take over as Emerson College board chair

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FM acquires prominent IGT office tower in downtown Providence

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'Skincare in a can': How sardines became Gen Z's go-to budget meal

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$110m hotel coming to Boston's Seaport

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