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It has struggled so badly to modernize the chatbot that, after years of trying, it still had to turn to Google to provide the technology back end.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Then, in the second quarter, Spurs center Luke Kornet crashed into him shortly after his return, leaving Brunson limping badly on a twisted ankle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan begins a three-day state visit to Russia on Wednesday, meeting counterpart Vladimir Putin at a time when her country's reputation in the West has been badly damaged.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

BofA’s Hartnett is of the view that the stock market is caught up in a bubble, and that it will end badly for investors.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

“Michelle,” I say, exasperated, “if you need his attention so badly, then do something he can’t ignore. Like this.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila