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The fossil was originally discovered in 1979 near an artificial reservoir outside the city.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

Verhoeven was originally set to face Anthony Joshua but, when the Briton's career was stalled by a serious car accident in November, something even bigger emerged.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The policy was originally premised on the SEC’s statutory authority “to make such rules and regulations as may be necessary or appropriate” to enforce securities laws.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Second, it turns out that the grand jury originally refused to indict the Broadview Six, and instead came back with what’s called a “no true bill.”

From Slate • May 22, 2026

The Capitol Housing Authority built the Edward Borough housing projects during World War II on land originally given to freed slaves during the 1800s.

From "Monday's Not Coming" by Tiffany D. Jackson