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Dreesen and Reid took the student’s advice, partnered up and became the first interracial comedy duo — Tim & Tom.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

On a graduate student’s budget, and later a public radio paycheck, it felt almost decadent: a bowl of beans dressed generously with olive oil, lemon and whatever herbs happened to be in season.

From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026

Tomblin carefully documented each student's language skills and collected saliva samples, preserving DNA that could be analyzed in the future.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

The prime minister said he was "profoundly humbled" to meet the student's family in Downing Street on Thursday and he was determined to "prevent other families from suffering such a devastating loss".

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He ran a hand over the top of his head, a tic of his that meant a student’s question had stumped him more than usual.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro