borders

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The strait is the most critical energy transit chokepoint in the world, with about 20% of the global oil flows passing through the narrow waterway that borders Iran.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

The World Health Organization and Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned that conflict, displacement and regular movement across borders could increase the risk that disease will spread.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

An AI facial recognition tool that aims to detect adult migrants posing as children will be deployed at the UK's borders next year.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"Their influence and illicit networks extend far beyond Brazil’s borders, across our region and into our country."

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Maa embroidered the borders for saris sold in our marketplace.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan