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Ironically, I scrolled past a tweet recently that gave me some hope.

From Salon

The most recent decision brings the total number of settlements approved over the past three years to 69, according to Smotrich.

From BBC

The de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman - who became crown prince in 2017 - has changed the country profoundly over the past few years, loosening social restrictions while simultaneously silencing criticism.

From BBC

"This is a well-tested model that has survived many, many examinations in the past decade, and our data point is going to add to that story," said Chang.

From Science Daily

The research shows that moss spores are now released several weeks earlier than they were in the past, highlighting how quickly natural systems can adjust as the climate warms.

From Science Daily