milestones

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Now, a new study led by researchers at the University of Oxford points to two major evolutionary milestones: walking upright and the dramatic growth of the human brain.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

That includes new investments from Google and Amazon, which could grow even larger if the company reaches certain milestones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Constellation noted two projects reached significant operational milestones last month, targeting grid reliability and decarbonization in California and Texas, respectively.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

"Grief comes in waves", Chantelle said, adding there are milestones like her anniversaries or her daughter's birthdays where she "expected to be broken, but I'm not".

From BBC • May 6, 2026

And the milestones of his training: Dutchy passes his physical and scores high on the mechanical aptitude test.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline