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In Georgia as in Minnesota, where administration statements about the fatal shootings have been contradicted by video evidence, its actions are underpinned by false narratives.
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Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
His goal this year is to improve voice commands – eliminating the need for remote controls that still underpin many robot demos today, such as performing a somersault on command.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Institutional income, adjusted for regional differences, reflecting the overall financial resources of the university that underpin instructional capacity, student services, and research infrastructure.
—Time Staff, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
From its debut at the London Vet Show to its expansion in the United States, VetEvince has captured attention for the philosophy underpinning its creation.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
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Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
His goal this year is to improve voice commands – eliminating the need for remote controls that still underpin many robot demos today, such as performing a somersault on command.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Institutional income, adjusted for regional differences, reflecting the overall financial resources of the university that underpin instructional capacity, student services, and research infrastructure.
—Time Staff, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
From its debut at the London Vet Show to its expansion in the United States, VetEvince has captured attention for the philosophy underpinning its creation.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
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The classroom where the fire happened was the only one to sustain fire damage, but other classrooms sustained minor damage, according to police.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Sakura Square can mirror the success of other cultural destinations, like Seattle’s Chinatown, where 76% of spending comes from non-residents, driving regional visitation and sustaining Downtown vibrancy.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
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Three agents are then seen carrying the man away from the scene by his arms and one of his legs.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Art carries wellness benefits, as well.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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The designer honors his Azerbaijani heritage, working with artisans from across Azerbaijan and Georgia to create rich, unique textures, while helping to support rural communities and preserve fading artisanal skills.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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Democrats have vowed not to support the funding measure unless there are guardrails placed on the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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Still, Harbaugh and general manager Joe Schoen won’t have the same blank check as the Patriots to bolster the roster.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Warsh, who served at the central bank from 2006 to 2011, was openly critical of quantitative easing during and after the financial crisis, a stance that has bolstered his standing with investors wary of inflation and fiscal dominance.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Underpin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underpin. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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