being

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After being with her kids from 9 to noon on weekends, “I am done with these four,” she says, noting she’s then off to activities that “fill my cup.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Another Chinese worker, a 48-year-old on a ship moving Iranian goods to China, described slipping across the strait in late March after being stuck for three weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Meanwhile, Nike has launched its Jordan and Brazil collaboration ahead of the World Cup, with an "old-school jersey" goalie top that's described by the brand as being "field-ready style, remixed for the streets", costing £79.99.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“It probably is going to look a little bit differently with Luka being out,” James said after practice.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

All these years, being called a monster had been a thorn in his heart.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman