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The shift comes as energy prices have surged following the outbreak of war with Iran, pushing headline inflation higher while core inflation has remained relatively contained.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

The fire was 25% contained as of 7 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The affected areas also contained greater numbers of mature oligodendrocytes, the cells responsible for producing myelin.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

"It remains the assessment of our system managers that the cyber incident is contained."

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

But Elisha’s letters also contained condescension disguised as compliment: “You have more brain than I gave you credit for,” or, “I had no idea you wrote or thought so well.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock