pearls
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Work on Meta Platforms’ 2Africa Pearls project—a massive effort to expand internet service across Africa, Europe, and Asia—was halted in early March.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Pearls dangle at the ends of her pendant earrings, and three separate necklaces—studded, we think, with emeralds—draw the eye to her creamy neck.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
Some of Meta’s undersea cables have included 2Africa Pearls, connecting Africa, Europe and Asia, and Marea, connecting the United States with Spain.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2025
Pearls were favorites of many first ladies, including Jackie Kennedy and Laura Bush, and when more and more women were elected to public office, pearls became a fixture for legislators, too.
From Slate • Sep. 21, 2024
Pearls are bone marrow; pearls come from oysters.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
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