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"Previously, such chelae were known from only three insect groups. This fossil therefore represents the fourth known case of these structures evolving independently in insects," explains Privatdozent Carolin Haug, zoologist at LMU's Faculty of Biology.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Lawmakers have up to three months to approve the nominated candidate.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

He recalls wrecking his back while taking about 19 plane flights over the course of three weeks.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

In some of those conversations, he revealed he had a spouse and three children.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

I’ve known for three years now that I’m gluten intolerant.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam