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Mohideen goes to the Osaka mosque every day for prayers and other duties as a member of the local Islamic community.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

Lawmakers were denied entry when they tried to perform their mandated oversight duties at immigrant detention facilities.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

These latest duties will affect some 60 economies, hitting nearly all U.S. imports, with rates from 10% to 12.5%, and they come on top of a slew of other border taxes.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Officials have since launched Section 301 investigations, including on forced labor, to reinstate duties.

From Barron's Jul. 24, 2026

The beginning of the summer feels like years ago, but I do recall Andre talking about his cat-sitting duties.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller