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Raducanu has been blighted by illness and injuries in recent years and has only gone beyond the third round of a major once since her US Open win in 2021.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

But this was only when people knew they were talking to an AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Although the results were observed only in tissue samples, scientists say the discovery could point toward new treatment possibilities for breast cancer in both animals and humans.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

For her career, Grant needs only one more to tie Nuveman’s Bruins record of 90.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Earlier today, I asked Zara what she thought, and she told me that no guy would have gone to the trouble of tracking down my number to reschedule a date only to not show up.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam