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Putin, who in turn called Xi his "dear friend", will be keen to show the world their relations are unaffected by Trump's visit.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
"The self-contained community survived for several thousand years, but with some kind of peaceful situation -- unlike the present day's disturbing situation, where everyone is keen to 'glorify' themselves by seeing the Sentinelese."
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Jhaj, who speaks some Hindi, which he learnt in a government school around their settlement, has become a keen volleyball player.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
However, the club - and Bowen - know there would be a queue of clubs keen to sign him for a decent fee, which would cover some of the club's financial hit.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
He heard wailing then, high and keen and awful, and he knew the voice.
From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman
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