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The new crystal analysis pushed the age back by roughly 20,000 years to around 146,000 years ago.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

Just a month ago, many economists were expecting the surge in oil prices after the Iran war to weigh on growth.

From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026

And, as someone I wrote about two years ago regarding busted sidewalks in his neighborhood, he shared this lament about Thursday’s debate:

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Two years ago, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” explored our sensory relationship with clothing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

The spot I asked Mom to save for Gran is still empty though, despite the fact that she assured me she’d be here when I called and talked to her two nights ago.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam