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The oil-rich country remains divided between a UN-recognised government based in its capital, Tripoli, and the eastern administration in Benghazi backed by the Haftars.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

“Rerum Novarum”—which backed calls for safe working conditions and against the concentrations of wealth—laid the foundation of Catholic social teaching, helping shape the politics and welfare systems of modern Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The effort, backed by federal and state grants, helped draw BioVerde, which uses microbes to produce chemicals needed for rubber and plastic products.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

However, Sonko backed Faye's bid for presidency and the pair went on to win - an extraordinary victory given they were both in prison until 10 days before the election.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

I backed away, stepping on one plant, shaking the edge of my skirt where the plant had left a smear of brownish ooze.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff