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The authors also thanked Heidi Lanauze and the Hokotehi Moriori Trust for approving the name.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

“We are grateful for the federal government approving our request and helping strengthen the resources already on the ground to help this community recover safely,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

European officials recommended approving a combination of Keytruda and Padcev, already approved in the U.S., for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

It is responsible for approving the use of the government’s judgment fund, a permanent, uncapped pot of money that is used to settle lawsuits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“You are modest. And courageous,” the woman said with an approving nod.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley