power
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But if her firing says anything, it may be less about why she lost the job — and more about how quickly the trappings of power can vanish once she did.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
The Met Office said injuries or danger to life could occur as a result of flying debris, with potential travel disruption and a "good chance" of power cuts.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
Unlike Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment facility or the future Arak heavy water nuclear power plant, the Bushehr facility is not considered a proliferation risk.
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
User-friendly design can save lives by allowing for legibility and shared understanding, making it safer to run nuclear power plants, air traffic control towers, and robotic surgical systems.
From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026
Apparently, an entire section of the campus had lost power today, something Salzburg was quick to point out wouldn’t matter with the new prototypes since they were battery operated.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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