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It comes as ministers have backed the UK National Screening Committee's recent recommendation that most men should not be offered regular testing for the disease.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
The Congolese government, which recently announced the recovery of several patients, has in recent days launched a major communication campaign to assure the public that "the situation is under control".
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
“It has weakened in recent years. That weakening is a problem for folks at the margins, including those who are trying to start their careers.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
“It’s reasonable to keep rates steady given the uncertainties around the economic outlook. But if recent trends continue, it may soon be appropriate to act,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Mary Todd Lincoln had noticed his recent optimism and now, during their afternoon carriage ride, she spoke to him about it.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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