race

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A new global arms race is lifting orders for jet fighters, missiles and helicopters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

In the race for leadership of the city, even Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman say things have got to change, which isn’t necessarily the best commentary on their stewardship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

The race between Graham Platner and Janet Mills was billed as the showdown of the Democratic primary season: Oysterman vs. governor.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Four-time Formula 1 champion Verstappen, who is due to participate in the 24-hour endurance race in May, sent his condolences on social media.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

The school had two sleds, three dogs to the sled, and he taught us how to race.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell