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In a recent space-to-Earth press conference, Wiseman said their only news source during the mission was their families, who said Artemis has captivated people worldwide, though he admitted they are "biased."

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The pair's status as public figures partly explains why the case has captivated Germany.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The success of Kpop Demon Hunters has sparked pride in South Korea, where it has captivated people.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Noah Whiteman, a professor of molecular and cell biology at UC Berkeley, hailed the paper for demystifying a symbiotic relationship that has captivated scientists.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

The man who has captivated her present fancy is neither good-looking nor well-mannered; he is short and abrupt of speech, careless in dress, utterly indifferent to woman's society, and almost rude to them.'

From Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune by Lever, Charles James