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They took her four times to get it; twice she was turned away because she had a cold.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Researchers discovered that a separate group of wasps took on a crucial role during the unrest.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

An appeals court in December ordered a new trial, which took place Monday and resulted in his pardon.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Nvidia, the undisputed champion of artificial-intelligence chip makers, took 490 days to pass the same benchmark.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

He took off his wristwatch, placed it on my workbench, and leaned forward.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom