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Earlier work by the research teams had already identified a role for G proteins, which have the specific role of enabling the transfer of information within cells, in regulating mitochondrial activity in the brain.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Earlier this year in January, four shark attacks were reported along the New South Wales coast over two days.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Earlier Saturday, ministry officials said the death toll had reached 80, up from 65 the previous day.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Earlier this week, the company said Deloitte had formally resigned as its external auditor and its chief financial officer, Yasmin Gabriel, stepped down.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Earlier me and Rondell were wandering around Imperial Beach for the third day in a row trying to brainstorm our next move.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña