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The geological formation has been studied for decades, and that long record of scientific interest shapes how the company describes its role.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026 -
For years, researchers have studied endocasts of Neanderthal skulls, trying to piece together how their brains were different or similar to ours.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
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Fox News Host Jesse Waters found out the hard way after a very awkward interaction with Queen Camilla during the state banquet held in honor of the King and Queen during their visit to the United States.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
30 Apr. 2026
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After the Story of Ireland cast found out, Deadline has seen evidence that Ryan was visited at least once by his liaison officer, while others from the production cut ties with him.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Taller varieties need staking, and the bulbs should be dug up and stored during winter in cold climates.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
27 Apr. 2026
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Tulip Bulb Storage While tulip bulbs are often left in the ground, those planted in pots or areas with heavy summer rains may benefit from being dug up and stored until fall planting time.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2026
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Evelyn ran down from her seat two rows up, dropped to the ground and attempted to secure the ball in front of her.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Large clouds of ash could also be seen filling the skies as the hikers ran down El Paso de la Muerte, also known as the Death Trail, according to Storyful.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The two men were too far away to be heard by reporters, and television cameras did not pick up the audio.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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North Carolina has more than its share of mythical creatures – from the Beast of Bladenboro to the Wampus Cat – so people pay attention when bizarre screams are heard in the night.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2026
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Flying low over glaciers across Alaska and Wyoming, researchers mapped ice thickness, detected debris layers just a few feet thick and revealed internal structures within the ice.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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Golden mussels, native to China and Southeastern Asia, were first detected in October 2024 by California Department of Water Resources staff who were conducting routine operations in the Port of Stockton, a CDWR spokesperson told ABC News.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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Buckingham Palace announced in February 2024 that Charles had a form of cancer, discovered after a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Kermalli said patients who recently discovered a tick and are presenting symptoms can have their blood tested with results delivered in about an hour.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
27 Apr. 2026
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There was diligence paid to scouting Bernard, and the Eagles were determined to land him.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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It was determined Megan had suffered from extreme exhaustion, dehydration, vasoconstriction, and low metabolic levels.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Majored (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/majored%20%28in%29. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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