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Ethiopia's Afar region remains an active rifting zone, shaped by tectonic forces and volcanic eruptions.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Writing on Truth Social, Trump said the joint mission was "flawlessly executed... to eliminate the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
Berkshire Hathaway had one of its most active periods, increasing an Alphabet stake while selling Mastercard, Visa, Aon, and UnitedHealth.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
“I have dozens of candidates and campaigns and I have not heard this issue come up one time,” said a campaign finance lawyer who requested anonymity because they represent numerous candidates with active campaigns.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
By using the wealth of skills and expertise gathered at the different volcano observatories, teams of experts work together to keep watch and send warning when a dormant volcano is about to become active.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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