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In 1980, adult obesity rates in England were just 6% for men and 9% for women – less than a third of rates today, according to the UK Health Security Agency.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

They had two children, with a third now on the way.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

On Friday, a few hours into the third day of deliberations, jurors sent Judge Curtis Farber a note saying they “have concluded that they cannot reach” a unanimous verdict.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The S&P 500 is set to rise for seven straight weeks for just the third time in a decade.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Nate smiles a smile that says he thinks he’s already won, and pops the last of his third chicken skewer in his mouth.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam