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

The couple has already weathered other milestones, including the actor’s health scare in April 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 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

“Post a great start by the new CEO, we think three milestones over the next three months should increase investors’ conviction in GSK’s mid to long term prospects.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Decades fly with no milestones to mark them.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman