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That investigation spanned seven years and roped in more than a dozen other automakers, identifying over 4,000 reports of sunroof fractures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
A prolific voice actor whose work spanned television shows, movies, video games and even theme park rides, Cullen amassed more than 200 credits over his career.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
It's something she'd had to do many times over a career that spanned decades and genres.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
American icon Dolly Parton, whose career as a country singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur and philanthropist spanned six decades, has died at age 80.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
We soar over tall spires and blocky buildings, over a wide river jeweled with boats and spanned by bridges.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
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