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That level of spending may be necessary to sustain growth, but it inevitably weighs on margins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Philanthropic money may fill in some gaps as well, but key to bringing the project to completion will be private investors, Primestor President Leandro Tyberg said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

“Just going to these council meetings, even if you may not be from that town, just going to learn about how things work.”

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

But analysts believe they may not be enough to secure the company's long‑term future.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

If one of the living strays too close, the disembodied souls may try to possess it, or follow it home.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver