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For July through Wednesday, the S&P 500 software industry group returned 2.8%, which may not seem to be an impressive performance, but this followed a 19.6% drop during the first half of the year.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
Out of all of Miyazaki’s movies, “Kiki’s Delivery Service” may be his most timeless.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026
That has now gone up to three or four and may increase further following the review.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Sniffing may benefit dogs’ welfare in other ways too.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
“Someday, you may know the answer. But for now, know this: The Afterlife chose you. And because of that, it will not let you fail.”
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
You should do your own research to form your own opinions about these stocks before considering what might be a risky long-term investment.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
Those who habitually retreat to their phones might consider striking up a conversation with a stranger instead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
If every Miyazaki movie has a whiff of biographical relevance, one might see “Kiki’s Delivery Service” as his statement of creative purpose and motivation.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026
That argument might carry real weight on its own terms.
From Slate ● Jul. 30, 2026
I reach Belle, hugging her with all my might.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
