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Social media is also pointing out the list’s inconsistencies.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

California defendants could already challenge those amounts at bail reduction hearings, but the state’s high court judges said they sought to remedy the inconsistencies and protect the rights of low-income defendants.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

However, investigators with Catalonia's regional police force, the Mossos d'Esquadra, along with prosecutors and the court, reopened the investigation in October 2025 after citing inconsistencies in Jonathan Andic's testimony, according to the reports.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

However, throughout scientific history, tiny inconsistencies have sometimes pointed to major discoveries and revealed hidden gaps in existing theories.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

“That is just what I am asking myself. Have we here a coincidence or what? Are there any other inconsistencies, such as would point to two people being concerned?”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie