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The Strait of Hormuz isn’t open, but thanks to intrepid shipowners—some working in collaboration with the U.S. military—it isn’t quite closed either.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Heathrow Express, which normally runs from Paddington to the airport every 15 minutes, is closed in both directions due to a fault with the signalling system, according to the service's website.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

La Mirada scored two runs in the fifth inning, but Escobar closed out well and overcame walking five batters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The only other major S&P 500 sector that closed higher was financials, which rose 0.6%.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

She’s barely closed the door when the doorbell rings.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam