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“Where we don’t have research, clinical trials, what we’ve got a ton of, is, shall we say, testimonials, patient affidavits, attesting to the wonders of the drug,” said Scott Brunner, the alliance’s chief executive officer.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
Even in the face of the war in the Middle East and the slowdown of the global economy, the price remains high at about 12,000 dollars per ton.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“He brings a ton of energy to our team,” Stafford said last season.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Under the EU’s emissions-trading system, or ETS, companies whose operations emit climate-changing carbon dioxide must pay for a permit for each metric ton they emit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
After classes, between bells, Grace, Kojo, and Jake signed a ton of autographs.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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