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The company and the union's lawyer both told AFP the vote -- initially scheduled to begin on Saturday -- will instead start on Friday afternoon.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

In addition to thousands of layoffs, school employees would face seven days of unpaid furloughs and have to begin contributing to their monthly health insurance premiums.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

When I keep these ingredients around, I can make — or at least begin — many of the meals I crave most.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Under the Secure Act 2.0, required minimum distributions begin at 73 for people in your age group.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

“Boozhoo,” I begin, my shaky voice ringing out.

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