stoke

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A “Zootopia”-themed land opened at Shanghai Disneyland in 2023, showing the franchise’s lasting appeal in the country and stoking interest for the sequel, which held its Chinese premiere at the theme park.

From The Wall Street Journal

Recent rains have left soil and new vegetation wet, diminishing the threat of wildfire stoked by wind.

From Los Angeles Times

Watching onscreen characters trying to get ahead has stoked endless debate over the intersection of career ambition and moral code.

From The Wall Street Journal

TOKYO—Japan’s finance ministry plans to boost government bond issuance by $75 billion to fund an economic stimulus package, potentially stoking concerns about the nation’s fiscal health.

From The Wall Street Journal

Another reason to raise rates comes from the yen, which has weakened rapidly over the past weeks, stoking concerns over rising import prices.

From The Wall Street Journal