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Sterling rose against the euro and trimmed losses versus the dollar after data showed an unexpected fall in the U.K. unemployment rate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

A recent poll carried out for the BBC found support for Welsh independence at 32%, with 52% against and 16% uncertain.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Its failure to establish a market-leading grip on the world’s hottest, and most transformative, technology, will remain a key mark against Cook’s legendary tenure as company leader.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

The insecticide used in the 2024 study was fipronil, which is also used against ants.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

A petite Black or Black Native, maybe your age or a year younger, stops walking to lean against the wall, wraps her arms around her stomach.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith