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Parts of western South America, including coastal Peru and Ecuador, often see above-average rainfall during strong events, raising the risk of flooding and landslides.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
At the time, Shotwell was going through a divorce and raising two kids, and she took three weeks to make her decision.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
“The potential for further geopolitical ruptures in the next few years cannot be discounted, raising the possibility of further disruptive supply shocks,” they wrote.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
The company, which has succeeded on much smaller campuses, will try to transform a large, deeply troubled school by raising scores, increasing safety and graduating more students.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Many in the audience hooted as Maggie over-enunciated— raising her hands to heaven as if starring in some tragic play.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
