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In the 2007-08 school year — the final year under district operation — about 12% of students tested as proficient in English Language Arts, and about 3% in math.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The researchers tested whether disabling DNA repair in this way could improve the effectiveness of existing therapies.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

The U.S. and Iran engaged in multiple skirmishes that tested the ceasefire, though both countries limited the severity of their attacks and counterstrikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

We tested the major VPN apps using consistent speed benchmarks and real-world scenarios to ensure our recommendations reflect actual performance.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

In fact, I felt like a student who has crammed for a difficult exam and then is tested on only the most elementary material.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom