documenting

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The Pentagon on Friday released a first batch of secret files documenting reported sightings of unidentified flying objects -- some dating back to the 1940s -- fanning speculation over whether extraterrestrial life exists.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Sir David, who has dedicated his life to documenting the natural world, celebrates his 100th birthday on Friday, which will be marked with a week-long celebration on the BBC commemorating his life's work.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

“This has only proven to me why it’s even more important to have people documenting what’s going on,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

CNN’s Brian Stelter, who wrote a book documenting the president’s war on journalism in meticulous detail, praised the president for his restraint.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

This photograph from September 1862 was taken by Alexander Gardner, who worked for Mathew Brady in documenting the Civil War.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock