years

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However, thousands of years of genetic isolation have made the island pine a distinct subspecies, according to the National Park Service.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

And after spending years appealing to Butcher’s better angels, Hughie ultimately serves as his mentor’s final restraint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But as drought and wildfires dragged on in California in recent years, she started to question whether keeping the thirsty lawn made sense.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It called for $130 million for the program each year for 10 years, and said any revenue shortfall would be offset with other state funds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

In just a few years, it will grow by thirty combat divisions and one hundred aircraft squadrons, and its navy will be larger and stronger than the navies of the United States and Britain combined.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly