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So, are Spurs' current problems simply down to them taking their eye off the ball in terms of what is happening on the pitch, and being too focused on what is happening off it?

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Wilkinson sees her stacked roster of current listings as proof that learning the real estate ropes and sticking with it is finally paying off.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

"When there's no wind or storm, not a week goes by without flights taking off from here. The hangar door opens right onto the runway. That's a real competitive advantage," said Canguilhem.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Even more concerning than the Lakers’ 139-96 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday was watching superstar guard Luka Doncic hobble off the court with a left hamstring injury in the third quarter.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

I’m about to spout off until an echo of Gramma Liz’s raspy voice reminds me to take it easy on my cousin.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith