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But that means the waterway—which normally carries around 20% of the world’s oil traffic—is unlikely to be fully open before July at the earliest.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Even ignoring the element of tradition, New Hampshire, with its small size, ease of access, and traditional obsession with democratic representation and retail politics, easily fits the mold for the earliest contest.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Scientists consider these fish to be close relatives of the earliest four-limbed vertebrates that later evolved into land animals.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Saturday brought the UK its first 30C day of the year, and the earliest date 30C was reached since 1952.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The settlement included a number of religious shrines, the earliest found so far, and on their plaster-covered walls we encounter the earliest paintings on a man-made surface.

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson