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It turns out there are few smarter places investors could have parked their money 20 years ago than Mastercard’s stock at the time of the credit-card giant’s initial public offering.
From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026
Baqaei said at the weekend the nuclear issue -- a key sticking point for Washington -- was not part of an initial framework.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
I couldn’t dictate it beyond my initial outline thoughts, because I find that I can’t replicate my best writing voice while speaking into a phone or computer.
From Slate • May 24, 2026
When Milburn's initial report is published this week he said it will conclude that the problem was a result of a widespread failure on behalf the state.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Despite his initial confidence, Commander Kane had not packed all that well for the first winter—let alone for a second.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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