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The astronauts must adhere to a sleep routine to ensure they're rested for the mission that will see them slingshot around the Moon and conduct a battery of test maneuvers, equipment checks and scientific observations.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

While civilian sites can lose their protection if they are used for military purposes, in such cases attacks must adhere to principles of international humanitarian law including distinguishing between combatants and civilians.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Mullin also vowed to adhere to a longstanding policy requiring ICE officers to have a warrant signed by a judge before entering homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

But you will also have to adhere to your Required Minimum Distributions.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

Thousands of years ago it had been handled or worn by other people; bits of their DNA might still adhere to the fibers.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann