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But in founding Turner Classic Movies in 1994, Turner’s brand became a bridge spanning screen entertainment’s past with its future.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

The address listed on the website is registered to Xiamen Weituo Keli, a hardware manufacturer established in 2016 that lists business interests spanning tea and tobacco production, kitchenware and industrial design.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

“Offering a generous 20-foot-wide footprint and spanning 5,000 square feet, this six-bedroom, six-bath residence defines timeless urban sophistication,” the listing states.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

This year's theme is Costume Art, named after the museum's new exhibition, which will see 400 outfits and objects spanning 5,000 years go on display.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

“How could a wall spanning the kingdom be defended? There would never be enough soldiers to guard something so vast! What does this Tiger Emperor want?”

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin