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Jamshidi emigrated to the U.S. when he was 4 from Afghanistan, separating from other family members who stayed back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Joey Browner, a defensive back who was named USC’s team MVP in 1982, has died at age 65.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

She said she had called into school to get her password changed to let her log back on and use revision worksheets teachers had prepared.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Simmer gently until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but still fluid, 3–5 minutes.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

I leaned back against the mural, becoming part of the scene, waiting for my secret fries with a smile on my face for no reason.

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