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If the insect was left unchecked, the disease could cost the California wine industry $166 million annually, California Department of Food and Agriculture officials said in an email.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

While a 2003 court decision recognized his ownership, subsequent court cases left it in control of larger landowners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The investigation into Ben Stokes' actions in the early hours of Monday morning has left England with a very specific set of circumstances.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Having all the paperwork done, such as a will or a list of passwords, isn’t helpful if the person left to do the administrative tasks doesn’t know where to find it.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"I am sorry you left the governorship so soon," the Duke said.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios