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Tesla sold 358,023 EVs, below Wall Street’s expectations but an improvement against a very weak quarter a year earlier.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

One of the world’s biggest chemical companies aims to strike a new blow against hard-to-kill weeds that can cost farmers billions of dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Last year, she voted against a $2.6-billion upgrade of the Convention Center, citing similar long-term cost concerns.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The army has urged residents to share information that can support operations against groups fuelling insecurity across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“Who else wants a go against Nate the foosball champion?”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam