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While the surge in prices is happening around the world, gas costs more in California than almost anywhere else because of higher taxes, fees and cleaner-fuel requirements.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

That’s because of the option to acquire Cursor, the AI coding tool.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

And the funds also are much more significant than their $175 billion or so in assets because of high turnover.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Richards, who missed the 2022 World Cup because of a hamstring injury, tore two tendons in his left ankle a month ago but is healthy enough now to play.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Jonah missed hearing the first name because of Katherine.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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