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On Wednesday, June 5, Gov. John deJongh Jr. presented a radio address outlining the economic problems facing the territory and proposing legislation to deal with it.

 
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Game 6: Heat 103, Spurs 100 (OT): Heart-Stopping Survival as Heat Force Game 7

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LeBron James, his much-debated legacy still intact, posted a triple-double and led a late charge, propelling the Heat to an overtime victory against the San Antonio Spurs.    

A Political Stalemate Ends in Washington, With Food Truck Rules

June 18, 2013 - 10:30pm
The City Council in Washington agreed on regulations for food trucks after a protracted legislative battle that consumed the city.    

Obama Has Plans to Cut U.S. Nuclear Arsenal, if Russia Reciprocates

June 18, 2013 - 10:28pm
In a speech in Berlin on Wednesday, the President Obama will resume a drive toward disarmament that had been largely shunted aside.    

In Bulger’s Underworld, a ‘Judas Was the Worst’

June 18, 2013 - 10:22pm
In the first few days of testimony in the criminal trial of James (Whitey) Bulger, who is charged with racketeering and murder, witnesses discussed the concepts of honor and loyalty.    

Award-Winning Journalist Michael Hastings Dies

June 18, 2013 - 9:56pm
Award-winning journalist and war correspondent Michael Hastings, whose unflinching reporting ended the career of a top American army general, died early Tuesday in a car accident in Los Angeles, his employer and family said.    

Spoils of the Sea Elude Many in an Alaska Antipoverty Plan

June 18, 2013 - 9:34pm
A government-backed fishery program meant to help impoverished Alaskans has made some villages haves and others have-nots.    

Three Expected to Plead Guilty in Scheme Involving City’s Payroll Project

June 18, 2013 - 9:09pm
The wife, mother and cousin of the lead defendant, Mark Mazer, were expected to enter agreements in a case involving more than $40 million in kickbacks.    

Protests Widen as Brazilians Chide Leaders

June 18, 2013 - 9:07pm
Demonstrators remained defiant Tuesday, pouring into the streets by the thousands and venting their anger over political corruption, the high cost of living and huge public spending for the World Cup and the Olympics.    

Clues in the Search for a Sunken Ship, Lost in the 1600s

June 18, 2013 - 9:04pm
Experts hope that the search is over for the Griffin, a ship lost in Lake Michigan over 300 years ago that was commanded by a 17th-century French explorer.    

In Partisan Vote, House Approves Ban on Abortions After 22 Weeks

June 18, 2013 - 9:04pm
The House of Representatives approved a bill that would ban abortions after 22 weeks of pregnancy in a largely symbolic vote.    

Taliban Step Toward Afghan Peace Talks Is Hailed by U.S.

June 18, 2013 - 9:03pm
The Taliban announced the opening of a political office in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday and said they were prepared to talk, raising hopes for a break in long-stalled peace efforts.    

Immigration Law Changes Seen Cutting Billions From Deficit

June 18, 2013 - 9:01pm
A long-awaited analysis by the Congressional Budget Office found that the benefits of an increase in legal residents would outweigh the costs.    

N.S.A. Chief Says Surveillance Has Stopped Dozens of Plots

June 18, 2013 - 8:58pm
Gen. Keith B. Alexander said on Tuesday that American surveillance had helped prevent “potential terrorist events over 50 times since 9/11.”    

Less ‘Rambo’ Seen in New U.S. Military Culture

June 18, 2013 - 8:51pm
Maj. Gen. Bennet Sacolick said that changes in the armed services had led to opening front-line combat positions to women.    

Dispute Ends As Chrysler Agrees to Fix Older Jeeps

June 18, 2013 - 8:43pm
The automaker and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration resolved their differences, and Chrysler will inspect the cars for possible defects.    

DealBook: Google’s Effort to Skirt Regulation May Invite More Scrutiny

June 18, 2013 - 8:41pm
Google may have pushed the boundaries of antitrust law in its Waze deal, but the question is whether the government pushes back.    

A Place to Be Seen (and Heard) in Upper Manhattan

June 18, 2013 - 8:35pm
The popularity of La Marina restaurant has continued to grow since it opened, but so have the complaints from neighbors unhappy with the noise and traffic.    

DealBook: Dish Says It Won’t Submit a New Offer for Sprint Ahead of Deadline

June 18, 2013 - 8:31pm
Dish Network, a pay TV provider, said that because of new conditions imposed by Sprint Nextel, it would focus on acquiring a stake in Clearwire, a smaller competitor.    

A.M.A. Recognizes Obesity as a Disease

June 18, 2013 - 8:20pm
The decision by the American Medical Association could have implications for health care companies and the pharmaceutical industry.    

Venus Williams Will Skip Wimbledon

June 18, 2013 - 8:15pm
Williams, who has struggled with back problems and fatigue, announced her withdrawal on Tuesday, making this year’s Wimbledon the first one she will miss since 1996.