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We have only one path forward: build a more capable American open-weight alternative that withstands attempted jailbreaks.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

"We disabled the tanker after the crew attempted to run the blockade at least four times prior," Navy Captain Tim Hawkins, spokesman for US Central Command, told AFP.

From BBC Jul. 25, 2026

Many athletes have attempted musical careers, with varying degrees of critical and commercial success.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2026

His agent attempted to explain the comment away, but Chelsea didn’t buy it and suspended him for two games.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

Together Mr. Smit and I attempted to explain, but Father simply could not understand a person’s being called by a name not his own.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom