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Some 30 percent of the world's fertiliser normally passes through the Strait of Hormuz, which is now almost closed.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The company closed the Pittsburgh City Paper, an alternative weekly, in December, citing financial concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The road was closed overnight but has since reopened.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

However, a Max Malins try meant Saracens - without a win in five games prior to the trip to Bath - closed in again until Bath's Ollie Lawrence went over by the posts.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

I slam the directory closed and, nearly tripping over myself, race through the parlor and present myself in the foyer.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse