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The actor then addressed his former cast mates and the show’s producers, asking that they accept his apology for the stress his “actions have brought to this production.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

About a third of his Ph.D. lab mates ultimately went into quant, with roughly an equal share going into tech, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

"Friday nights meant Kelly on the telly. I grew up watching him interview some of the biggest names but still being just like one of yer da's mates, he had such down to earth charm."

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

This ability may have helped them reach leaves high in trees, appear more intimidating to predators, attract mates, or reproduce.

From Science Daily Jul. 20, 2026

His cage mates hushed him and even nudged him with their feet, but he took no notice.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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