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Iran announced alternative routes for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the risk of sea mines in the main zone of the vital waterway.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
The fire began in the main laundry space and spread to other parts of the ship, including sailors’ sleeping quarters.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
Located in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, Psyche ranks as the 10th-most massive asteroid and the largest known object made primarily of metal, measuring about 140 miles across.
From Science Daily • Mar. 17, 2026
The films in the main series have all set new box office records on release, and combined they have grossed more than £3 billion worldwide, as well as garnering critical acclaim.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
On the other days when there’s no market, people just congregate in the main square for one thing and another: hairdos, shoe repair, or just gossiping in the shade.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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