milestones

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Tech leaders have famously grappled with a sort of arrested development—acquiring power and fortunes at a young age at the cost of typical life milestones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Now, a new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford points to two major evolutionary milestones: walking upright and the dramatic growth of the human brain.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

The couple has already weathered other milestones, including the actor’s health scare in April 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

In December 2024, he set out a number of "measurable milestones" which included targets on building houses, hospital waiting times and living standards.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

A gold-and-enamel lapel pin adorned with a ruby was to be bestowed upon her at the center’s annual awards ceremony, which recognized employees hitting milestones of service with the center.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly