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Only the first stage has produced public corporate commitments.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
In a guide for first responders, Tesla said the Cybercab “typically” isn’t equipped with a steering wheel, but that some versions might have one.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
The technology was so universal that thieves didn’t notice at first when Kia dropped immobilizers from many of its American models in 2011, or when Hyundai did same five years later.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
The Home Office first announced its plans for MoD Bicester in June.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
After that first seizure at his sister's dinner table, he recovers almost immediately with no memory of the fit or any ill effect.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
As we age, the firsts are replaced by a steady accumulation of lasts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
There are not many firsts for the women's game left, thanks in no small part to Heather Knight.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
El Tri is now 4-0 in World Cup matches and has yet to concede a goal, both firsts for the Mexican national team.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
"This is a lot of firsts stacked on top of each other," said Shawn Domagal-Goldman, the director of NASA's astrophysics division, during a recent call with reporters.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
You won’t be here for the firsts anymore.
From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy
