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But the industry body for waste companies says vape recycling has not improved enough, so a small, refundable deposit at the point of purchase is a "simple, fair, efficient and cost-neutral solution".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

To overcome that limitation, the research team designed the detector around a metasurface, a patterned structure that concentrates electromagnetic energy into extremely small regions.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

Raman, who has made publishing detailed policy plans a staple of her campaign, spent Saturday meeting with local restaurant owners after recently dropping a policy plan for small businesses.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

This works because the Court knows that today’s small step can be followed by accepting relevant cases when they next believe they’re warranted.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

But even kalte kost would be a small price to pay, I thought as I stretched my aching body on the foul straw, for the precious books I clutched between my hands.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom