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It also comes at a time when forest conservation was a key topic at the COP30 Climate Summit held last week in Brazil.
From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026
Their reception will be a test of how those franchises can hold up in the post-pandemic era, particularly at a time when superhero films may have finally reached their ceiling.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
A slide, meanwhile, would indicate that it would take more than lower rates to get buyers back into a pricey market at a time when consumer confidence is challenged.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Guelleh's campaign focused on the fact that he had maintained stability in Djibouti at a time when other regional states, and the Middle East, had been hit by conflict.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
“How lovely it will be to introduce my three pupils to Swanburne, and show them my own childhood haunts,” she thought, taking the steps two at a time.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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