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If you never claimed spousal benefits, you’ll have to file an application with the agency to begin receiving that increased benefit.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Those voting patterns could also skew the outcomes from the first batches of election results, which county registrars will begin sharing a few hours after polls close at 8 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Holman said the costumes were crucial to making the era feel authentic, and that he dipped into his own collection of original Vogue magazines to begin researching the decade.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Water splitting typically occurs at 700-1000 oC, while the catalyst regeneration step often requires temperatures of 1300-1500 oC before another production cycle can begin.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

"Skinny rabbit," he whispered, and, well satisfied, saw Rowan begin to laugh.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda