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Around the same time, Jeffrey Ashe, an American sociologist, began studying so-called solidarity groups in El Salvador, where, similar to Grameen Bank’s early efforts, five borrowers collectively take out loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Around one-third of the shares will be set aside for everyday investors -- of which many are die-hard believers in Musk -- a far larger slice than a typical IPO offers.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Around 7:30 p.m., the city’s Marine Safety Department responded to a call about swimmers in distress.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Around that time, the father of Stephania’s oldest son died.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Around the gate, every chair is full, and passengers for the next outgoing flight are standing shoulder to shoulder as those deplaning from mine grumble into the makeshift lounge.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith