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People you managed or reported to years ago could hold your future job prospects in their hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But it is the age of the remains - some from 5.3 million years ago - that has prompted huge excitement in the scientific community.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Just last Friday, the index hit 0.93, its highest level since the post-Covid rally five years ago, said Scott Chronert, Citi’s head of U.S. equity strategy.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Still, you and your mother purchased this house together 14 years ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

If Chip had asked him that question a few years ago, Jonah would have added, “And she’s got cooties!”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix