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Rodalies announced in a statement that its trains were resuming on Friday "but may be delayed due to the progressive resumption of the service".

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Local reporters said communications were resuming across provinces while internet monitor Netblocks said live network data was showing a "partial restoration" of connectivity.

From BBC • Oct. 1, 2025

The real-life crucifixions in the farming village of San Pedro Cutud in Pampanga province north of Manila were resuming after a three-year pause due to the coronavirus pandemic.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 6, 2023

"The negotiations are difficult and the parties are far apart," Teamsters Canada said in a statement, adding that discussions were resuming in Calgary late on Friday afternoon in the presence of a mediator.

From Reuters • Mar. 19, 2022

Neither girl spoke, and when they linked arms it seemed they were resuming, after a lifetime of experience, their walk across Westminster Bridge.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan