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In simple terms, light slows down more inside this material than in others.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

“He swore up and down he was the fastest kid in the school,” Moore said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Block Communications generated $396 million in revenue in 2025, excluding broadcast revenue, down 10% from the prior year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

“Running away from problems and looking down on people are not what people want from their government.”

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

I’ve already got number two down, but following number one and three haven’t gone so well.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith