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He said covering thousands of kilometres was helped by years of outdoor adventure, as well as the hospitality of people along the way.

From BBC

The US president said it would become clear within weeks whether it was possible to end the nearly four-year-long war that has killed tens of thousands.

From Barron's

An explanation emerged last month when they read for the first time part of Kharouf’s state security file, which was among thousands of pages of Syrian military intelligence documents discovered by The Wall Street Journal.

From The Wall Street Journal

Each year, tens of thousands of birds are caught in nets across China for the pet trade, or for meat.

From BBC

Dubai, in particular, has transformed into a global career hub, attracting thousands of British workers with tax-free salaries, low crime rates and booming job market, he says.

From BBC