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Coming on top of decades of human-caused warming, it could bring another record-hot year - most likely in 2027 - with disruption to weather, food supplies and economies running well into that year.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

More than a dozen people running around a supermarket never ends well, and almost always results in more money being spent than is necessary.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Several years later, Saudi Arabia would win the right to host the 2034 World Cup as the only candidate in the running.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

There are multiple Metro stations within walking distance of the venue and the agency is running an enhanced service program around the city to alleviate traffic.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

‘He’s exhausted,’ said Torak without looking up, ‘and soaking wet. He’s been running in the stream to throw the bear off the scent. That was clever, wasn’t it?’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver