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Nasdaq had begun accepting orders before trading began, but when investors tried to change the price or size or cancel their orders, some didn’t get a confirmation due to a Nasdaq technology malfunction.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

For the 2026 Angels, the dog days have already begun — before Memorial Day weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Isacson added that he was "surprised" such an outflux had not already begun.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The government has begun airlifting meat and vegetables from the eastern agricultural heartland of Santa Cruz and central city of Cochabamba to try alleviate the shortages.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

When he peeked, the shadows against the wall had begun to move.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova