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Though we can’t say for sure what his tenure will bring, there seems to be consensus: putting the focus back on the devices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

As if to prove it, the rock frontman has gone back to his post-grunge, punk roots on Foo Fighters' 12th album, Your Favourite Toy.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

“If not, investors will start worrying more seriously about margin compression and slower growth into the back half of the year.”

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Cook made a distinct imprint by announcing in 2012 that Apple would use some of its $100 billion cash reserves to issue a dividend and buy back stock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Kiki pushed a stroller back and forth, back and forth, like if she stopped moving, something terrible would happen.

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