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There is no official number, but industry observers estimate that fewer than 2,000 wells are functioning in a region that is home to some 12,000.

From Los Angeles Times

During his official visit to China in January, Starmer said British businesses had been "crying out for ways to grow their footprints in China".

From BBC

By choosing a career as an elected official despite his mother’s warnings, Newsom ultimately picked his father’s world and accomplished his father’s dream of taking office.

From Los Angeles Times

Outlets in both countries claimed the man used a pair of sunglasses fitted with a camera to film some encounters and circulated them on social media, though officials did not confirm this.

From BBC

An unnamed US official confirmed the date to Reuters news agency.

From BBC