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Guernsey has 167 plant species rare in the British Isles and 34 species are found in fewer than 25 locations.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Small businesses, with fewer than 50 employees, drove March’s job growth by adding 85,000 positions, while larger firms cut jobs.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Friend said Tuesday that the company was shipping fewer products to China so they wouldn’t end up selling at a discount.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

As return-to-office expectations for employees ramp up, “Less flexibility means fewer ways to offset rising costs.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Away from the clubs’ thumping drumbeats, the alleys became more dingy, with fewer orbs.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat