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That left little time for her to form a campaign team, build her name recognition and persuade voters that she would be the best choice to lead the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The biggest companies not in the index stand the best chance of being admitted to the S&P 500.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

In McGinn, they have the best mentor they could possibly have, a player with fire and class and belief, a leader who's waited his entire career for weeks like these.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Property insurers had the best underwriting gains of the past decade in 2024 and 2025, according to S&P. Higher deductibles and tighter claims criteria are leading to fewer pay outs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“Not the best, not the worst. There’s less pressure, sort of, knowing this summer can be the end if I want. A few people apologized about pushing me and Collin together.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison