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The planetary transit itself lasted about seven hours, much longer than the transits typically seen for hot Jupiters, which can last an hour or less.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

"We get this fear from the United States. People were just recovering from last time, when it all began again in January," she said, referring to Trump's declarations for the US to "own" Greenland.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

When Lawrence Kensinger stepped into the circle for his last throw of the City Section shot put finals on Thursday afternoon in Lake Balboa, he felt a surge of adrenaline like never before.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Treasury officials last week highlighted the risk of the IRGC’s use of crypto, warning the group has exploited gaps in crypto exchanges’ anti-terrorism financing controls and other programs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

“I heard your coach tell you last week that he wants you to swim the fly at Spring Regionals.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam