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Just under 50% of homeowners, the analysis found, still have taken no steps toward recovery.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The audience should be taken by surprise and realize, in the middle of their laughter, just how truly clever the joke is, causing them to laugh even harder.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The Paris Match story suggests the decision has been taken to make the relationship official.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

"Everyone is very upset and sad and expects that appropriate action will be taken," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The woman had taken the bandage from her foot and flung it at me.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom