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The world’s hunger for artificial-intelligence chips is straining the industry’s ability to produce the materials they rely on, creating new pressure points that could slow the boom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Watch Micah Maidenberg report from Brownsville, Texas, the largest city in a region already straining to accommodate Elon Musk’s grand ambitions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Now disagreements over Lebanon and negotiations with Tehran are straining the partnership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Ophie was once again struck by the man’s size, his suit jacket straining against his massive belly.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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