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According to the bank’s analysis, higher-income households largely maintained their driving habits in March despite rising fuel prices, while lower-income households cut back consumption more sharply, potentially by driving less, carpooling or using more public transit.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
12 May 2026 -
As studios grapple with consolidation, shifting viewing habits and AI disruption, the festival has doubled down on its role as a global showcase.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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The government has imposed a 10% basic customs duty and a 5% tax on gold and silver imports, as per notifications issued on Wednesday.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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As of Monday, customs had received 126,237 applications for refunds for an undisclosed number of entries, according to a declaration from CBP executive director of trade programs Brandon Lord, which was filed in the Court of International Trade.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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The captain noted currents, white water, and a significant amount of ice and debris near the edges of the fjord.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
10 May 2026
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Ocean currents then push the contamination north along the coastline.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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One of the highlights is the Viaduto do Carvalho, a bridge built along the edge of a mountain with sweeping views over the forest canopy and distant peaks as the train curves along its path.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Stassie Karanikolaou’s decision to reverse her Brazilian butt lift is fueling new questions about whether the era of exaggerated curves is coming to an end.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Parting ways with Morey was ultimately not an easy decision for the 76ers, but Philadelphia’s inability to take the next step in a constantly changing East played a significant role in the organization’s direction.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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How Magnesium Supplements Could Benefit Blood Pressure There are several potential ways magnesium may affect blood pressure.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
12 May 2026
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“Countercurrents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/countercurrents. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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