lockdown

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U.S. crude prices surged 51% in March for their largest monthly gain since May 2020, when the easing of Covid-19 lockdown measures and steep production cuts by the OPEC+ cartel sparked an 88% rally.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

While all of this was playing out, Burden was isolated, unable to access her support system during lockdown.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Despite the backlash, Grimes—who told Rogan he moved his Airstream to Montana during the COVID-19 lockdown and “never left”—said he and his wife, Brazilian model Bianca Rodrigues Grimes, love living there.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

She runs a Facebook page on prepping and began gathering supplies after her electricity went down during lockdown.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

“The detective said she’ll be tested today. At the lockdown hospital. A prolonged psychiatric evaluation. If they declare her sane, she goes to juvenile detention. According to the detective, she’ll likely cop a plea.”

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin