shell

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What’s known as “pip watch” started earlier this week, a time of high anticipation when livestream viewers watch for signs of a chick breaking out of its shell.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"In the past, the structure of the ram's horn squid shell made some scientists wrongly conclude it was closely related to cuttlefishes.," says Fernández-Álvarez.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

The layers of shell companies and use of foreign conduits into luxury real estate help leaders of the Islamic Republic maintain an image back home of embracing modesty and rejecting lavish lifestyles, researchers say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

A "chocolate doughnut Easter egg" triggers curiosity - a shell blended with shortbread and fudge pieces, topped with sprinkles.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

By the time he got inside the shell of the building he was exhausted, but also a little exhilarated.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste