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For years, scientists believed astrocytes mainly acted as caretakers, helping hold neurons together and keeping brain circuits running smoothly.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

“Layoffs remain quite low, keeping the labor market in a delicate balance.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Healthcare is also keeping the labor market afloat.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

It demonstrates how city authorities across the country are having to strike a balance between offering hassle-free e-bike and e-scooter hire, while keeping all other road users on board.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Thankfully, we now had more high-tech ways of keeping the proper timeline documented so that a Butterfly couldn’t change things without our knowledge.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin