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MV Lord of the Isles, which was covering the Oban to Mull route, is ready to sail again after problems with its main engine put it out of action.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

"It was noted that intense military action is leading to serious negative consequences not only regionally but also globally, including in the areas of energy, trade, and logistics," it added.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

“I want to thank President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin for taking action and working alongside us to help survivors get the support they need and deserve,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

People who sell work they don’t own the rights to could be subject to legal action.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

I asked myself that question a lot later—whether I could have changed the course of action if I had confronted Mae.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse