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"I couldn't concentrate at all," said the 21-year-old who is studying political science while preparing for government examinations.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

The inquest heard his body was repatriated to the UK but, despite examinations, no cause of death could be found.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

A major new study led by Yale University is helping fill a longstanding gap in genetics research by providing one of the most comprehensive examinations yet of human genetic diversity in Oceania.

From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026

Indian police tightened security in New Delhi on Saturday ahead of a protest by the satirical "Cockroach People's Party", over alleged irregularities in major examinations.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

“They know when the examinations for cops, firemen or letter carriers are coming up. They’ll always put a voter wise if he’s interested.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith