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Macklem said he is not too worried about higher near-term inflation expectations, which will be sensitive to the sharp jump in energy prices stemming from the conflict in Iran.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
It is the most intrusive process employed by the government for those required to access sensitive material and be granted the highest level of security clearance.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
The presence of a Dirac fluid in graphene may enable the development of highly sensitive quantum sensors.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
One big caveat from the IMF team: Consumers still wear the scars from the last two crises, making them much more sensitive to any new price increases.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
Moss found haircuts to be soothing and figured it was related to the fact that his head was so sensitive to touch.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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