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Mark Olsen: It was recently announced that they have begun the casting process to replace Daniel Craig in the beloved and long-running James Bond franchise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Business executives have begun to balk at the high prices for AI usage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

It added that it had already begun selling tickets but can no longer provide them to fans, some of whom have already made travel arrangements.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The stock has already begun to rebound, closing up 3.8% on Monday and extending those gains into Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Beowulf had begun to drool, which was never a good sign.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood