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Houchois added that the results may “raise the logic” of an eventual merger with SpaceX, the rocket maker controlled by Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

The researchers had previously studied this effect in controlled experiments.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

In the wake of those killings, President Nayib Bukele, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, declared a "war" on gangs, which he said controlled 80 percent of Salvadoran territory.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Treasury alleges were controlled by Chen and his Prince Group conglomerate ran hotels and casinos in the seaside city of Sihanoukville—and a bespoke watchmaker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

My dad felt like it was better for us to experiment in a controlled and safe setting, and while his logic made sense to me, I never took him up on his offer.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi