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Airline rules have slight differences in their advice to passengers on the issue, but generally ask that portable chargers be kept in a bag under the seat rather than in overhead compartments.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Vince Wilburn Jr., nephew and drummer, who now co-manages Davis’ estate: He liked to catch things, that’s why the tape kept continuously rolling, because he said it was songs inside of songs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

The company quickly raised prices and kept marketing spending in check.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

"I've been in a family, in a system, in an institution that's kept my voice silent," he said.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

But I kept my coat wrapped tight around me.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom