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In Changzhi, local authorities last year fined the Liushenyu coal mine, the site of Friday’s deadly explosion, citing two minor safety problems, government records show.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

It’s important to note that many of RFK Jr.’s claims are rooted in pseudoscience — dieticians and researchers alike have criticized the entire movement, citing a lack of evidence-based scientific research.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

She said she could only mitigate the damages, citing as examples cases that involved the city’s misuse of federal housing grants and a massive sewage spill.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Tulsi Gabbard will resign from her position as the US director of national intelligence in the Trump administration, citing her husband's recent bone cancer diagnosis.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Fuller resigned that position in July 1995, citing differences with the School Board on a variety of issues.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson