future

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Whatever happens, the assault may well discourage the Iranian people—many of whom have been very pro-American—from viewing the United States as a friend in the future.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

In another quarter of a century, however, He says he believes researchers will overcome the hardware challenge, and future interfaces will be just as convenient as today’s wireless earbuds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Another factor that may test investor optimism this week is the fact that the S&P 500 has yet to reclaim its 200-day moving average of 6624, a key data point used for predicting future performance.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Because error rates now carry financial penalties, states are under pressure to invest in staffing, technology and oversight — costly upgrades that many can’t afford, but are necessary to avoid even larger future liabilities.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

And maybe, one day, a thousand years in the future when we all lived on Mars and could shuttle back and forth like civilized people, I’d have the guts to text them first.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows