historic
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Virgin Galactic’s stock was taking a historic dive on Tuesday after the space-tourism firm disclosed new details about how it plans to shore up its finances.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
The Grammy-winning “Levitating” pop diva, 30, and “Eternity” actor, 36, exchanged their vows Sunday morning at the historic Old Marylebone Town Hall in Westminster, London, officials confirmed to the Associated Press.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
If none of this persuades you of the intrinsic greatness of this country, my fellow Americans, then at least use this historic moment to take a holiday from the bad stuff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
In their defence, Milan's city council said the project - at the city's historic 19th-Century Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II arcade - had not been completed.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Paul asked if he would re-create the signing for movie cameras to document the historic event, but Colby refused.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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