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This advantage likely stems from its dual-agonist mechanism, targeting both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, whereas semaglutide targets only the latter.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Contracts tied to the S&P 500, Dow industrials and Nasdaq 100 all rose, with the latter leading the pack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

He co-headlined with The Strokes on a lineup that also included Kings of Leon and Arcade Fire, the latter of which dropped giant light-up LED balls on the crowd as part of the performance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

It’s the latter portion — “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” — that leaves room for interpretation, forming the beachhead upon which legal arguments against birthright citizenship have been mounted.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Ranofer was among the latter but he lacked their eagerness.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw