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Researchers say the find offers rare insight into the earliest history of written English.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

That contest is expected in mid-June at the earliest, meaning any formal leadership challenge is likely to be triggered afterwards.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

The earliest a by-election could be held is on Thursday, 18 June - during the same week that Sir Keir is due to be at a G7 summit in France.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Mr. Hazen, a geoscientist, was studying how minerals formed in the earliest stars and planets when he saw a possible parallel with biological evolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

“That settles it. When we return to Ashton Place, I must learn to ride at the earliest opportunity,” she resolved.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood