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Meeting with Rubio on Sunday, Jaishankar played down concerns about US interest in the Quad, noting that Trump had backed it strongly in his first term.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The dollar edged 0.2% lower to 1,509.70 won, but was little changed at 1.2767 Singapore dollars, while the Australian dollar was down 0.1% at US$0.7166.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

It bounded down the stairs and almost ran me over.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Automated sprinklers at the facility have been running since the problem was detected on Thursday, and an additional unmanned hose has also been spraying down the tank.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

However, black-and-white tattoo roses cascade down her neck and arms, Carolina roses with delicate petals.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith