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Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar in early trade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Only Cristiano Ronaldo has more than his three Champions League final goals and arguably no one has done it better than Bale's 2018 bicycle kick against Liverpool.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Its failure to establish a market-leading grip on the world’s hottest, and most transformative, technology, will remain a key mark against Cook’s legendary tenure as company leader.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

The insecticide used in the 2024 study was fipronil, which is also used against ants.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

She poured it into her bowl, squinting against the airborne flour dust.

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