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He called an analyst’s discussion of his companies, which included a hypothetical 30% premium paid on Tesla’s share price in the event of a merger, “interesting.”
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026
The restrictions are intended to keep parked vehicles out of the roadway, providing access for first responders and people trying to evacuate in the event of a fire.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026
The Microsoft boss outlined the company's proposals to strengthen safety across the sector, starting with a requirement that AI agents be equipped with "safety brakes" that users could activate in the event of an incident.
From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026
The cottage has gas-powered convection heaters, but in an adjacent barn a stack of firewood will help to keep Olena warm in the event of power cuts.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
Dubbed “Project Greek Island,” in the event of an attack on Washington, DC, senators and congressional representatives were to be evacuated from the nation’s capital by railroad and delivered to the Greenbrier’s bunker.
From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly
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