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He told voters that he walked away from the firm 14 years ago, leaving an enormous amount of money on the table, because it did not align with his morals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The man who predicted a Knicks win in 2026 — six years ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

A dinosaur trackway made up of 200 footprints which were made 166 million years ago is the largest of its kind uncovered in the world, researchers have said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

About a year ago, the startup raised $100 million in a round that was led by Magnetar and AMD and valued the company at around $400 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The spot I asked Mom to save for Gran is still empty though, despite the fact that she assured me she’d be here when I called and talked to her two nights ago.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam