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However, further research is needed to determine whether these findings apply across different ethnic groups and regions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Before, an importer would have to calculate the amount of the tariff due based on how much metal was in the product and then apply separate tariff rates to the item’s remaining components.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The importance of the move may be largely symbolic at this point, as it does not apply to generic medicines - the most commonly used medicines in the US.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Postal Service announced its first-ever fuel surcharge—an 8% fee that it plans to apply to packages shipped April 26 to Jan. 17.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Jonah decided to apply his brainpower to Katherine’s list instead of her love interests.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix