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Trials began in September for 47 French citizens who were transferred from Syria last year, charged with belonging to the group that controlled large parts of both countries between 2014 and 2017.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
This chemical messenger allows nerve cells to communicate and helps the brain coordinate smooth, controlled movements.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
His wife and seven children, aged 10 to 24, surf at different levels, and controlled waves mean they can all do the sport together.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2026
Crypto has become an increasingly popular way of investing and transferring money online, partly because, unlike traditional currencies, it is not controlled by central banks or governments.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
With our movements so controlled, the number of steps Barack and I took in a day had plummeted.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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