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But investors’ renewed skepticism Monday of the White House’s diplomatic push dinged shares of manufacturers, retailers and many big banks, weighing down indexes otherwise buoyed by AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Bergeron, who is on the Echo Park neighborhood council, hopes Los Angeles can serve as a “beacon in an otherwise scary time in the country” as it tackles affordability, the housing crisis and sustainability issues.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

By moving the salts away from the evaporation zone, the design prevents buildup that could otherwise interfere with continuous operation.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

To suggest otherwise is to downgrade his work unfairly.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Mrs. Wigginbottom nodded like she understood, but her eyes told me otherwise.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan