controls

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At the same time, Lee and his colleagues were building a connectome of the fruit fly nerve cord, which controls the legs, wings, and other appendages while also processing sensory information.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

At the developers conference, Apple’s executives said it’s rolling out new parental controls, including the ability to more easily manage which websites their children are browsing and which apps they’re using.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

While retaining tight state controls, both Beijing and Hanoi instituted enough market-friendly reforms to pursue versions of the export-oriented development strategies that powered the rise of many Asian countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Even though he only owns 42% of the company, his shares come with extra voting rights meaning he effectively controls 85% of the company.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Vola took the controls from him, and instantly the marionette seemed to become flesh and blood.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker