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Idaho could be in for more rain and snow than normal in late 2025 and early 2026, if the Climate Prediction Center outlook bears out.—
Sara Schilling,
Idaho Statesman,
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Recent research from the Boston Fed bears out a February analysis from Moody’s Analytics that found that the top 10% of earners – households making about $250,000 a year or more – account for one-half of all spending.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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Another team hardens those that show promise, building in compliance and integration from the beginning.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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When a partner continually feels trapped behind excuses or counterattacks, the original frustration then hardens into resentment.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Yoo will play the role of a police inspector who witnesses the incident.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
17 Oct. 2025
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Shortly after the voyage begins, Lo witnesses a woman tossed overboard and tries to get help, only to be told by the crew that everyone is accounted for.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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This detail sets the stage for potential conflict upon Morgan's return, particularly raising the possibility of unfinished business and a future feud with Roxanne Perez over her spot in the faction.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The agreement with Cambodia sets the reciprocal tariff rate for most goods at 19 percent.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Backs (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backs%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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