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The Accounts Commission said while the revenue budget was rising by 2% in the 2026-27 budget, much of it would go towards existing commitments such as increases in teacher pay.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He moved easily among heads of state, knowing how and when to pay his respect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Groups of teachers and their unions have blocked highways, torn down World Cup symbols and occupied the Zócalo to demand better working conditions, including pay raises and the restoration of a public pension system.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Although a handful of multibillion-dollar AI computing deals may help xAI shore up its finances faster than previously expected, SpaceX needs its Starship efforts to pay off if it wishes to achieve its peak aspirations.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Don Quixote agreed to pay, but he also said that he was more convinced than ever that wizards were playing tricks on him.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios