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Granada Hills 5, Taft 1: Foss Bohlen struck out seven in six innings for the Highlanders, who close the regular season with a two-game series against El Camino Real next week.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Friday marked the 60th day since 28 February, when the administration notified lawmakers of the strikes against Tehran.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Perhaps the most significant factor working against Monolithic is the price.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Buyout firms for decades were put off by rules against nonlawyers’ controlling legal practices and other logistical barriers to investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

He pushed his palms against his eyes to fight his tears of disappointment and heartbreak.

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