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Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar in early trade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

It may also leave treated wood better protected against future infestations.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

On the mound, starter Justin Wrobleski shut down a Rockies team that just scored a combined 13 runs on their two wins against the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Forest arguably face the toughest last five with away games at Chelsea and Manchester United in May - the former coming just three days before the second leg of their Europa League semi-final against Villa.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

But so long as he had his faithful monocle to strike against a rock, he could light another fire.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman