backgrounds

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“We see the shape of hiring changing some of these skills and backgrounds, but at the same time, we don’t see it dislocating the need for having great individuals with deep, critical-thinking skills,” Narayan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

He holds Caroline, the character who lives in the Windsor flat, captive and the pair get into a discussion about his motives, the political backdrop of the day, and their contrasting backgrounds.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

McAvoy also discussed his new film California Schemin', describing the project as "extremely exciting'" as it enabled him to show underrepresented groups and people from lower income backgrounds on screen.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The guide below will examine differences in the backgrounds of the candidates, their political party affiliation and who is supporting them.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Our customers came from different backgrounds and even different countries, but all had one thing in common: appreciation for modest fashion.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad