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Disruptions to grocery and distribution networks in the United States shut down ordering systems and delayed deliveries across several major chains.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

US media reported Friday that American special forces had rescued one of two crew members of a downed F-15, the first US fighter jet to go down inside Iran since the start of the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

In 2024, about 19% of American families were considered “poor or near poor,” according to the AEI report, down from about 30% in 1979.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

In the co-main event of the evening, Rhys Edwards and Gully Powar could not be separated in the British featherweight title fight - with a majority draw verdict coming down from the judges.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

They settled down in New Mexico, but the boyfriend was sent to Vietnam and never made it home.

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