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There is, of course, the ever-tightening constraints of the international publishing market that limit the reach of any book not either a) originally published in English or b) published in a country with the money to ensure its translation and distribution into English.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026 -
Tobia Scarpa, architect and designer, who is the son of Venetian architect and design god Carlo Scarpa was summoned back by FLOS at age 91 to tweak the design of his Seki-Han, a lamp originally issued from 1963 to 1966.—
Anthony Paletta,
Curbed,
17 May 2026
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The news that SoFi Stadium would host the World Cup was initially exciting, said 64-year-old Susana Lahargue, who has worked there for three years.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
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While some customers admitted the pistachio cheesecake’s roughly $26 price point initially gave them pause, many said the massive dessert is large enough to serve a crowd or freeze for later.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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After joining the Twins two weeks into the season, Morris primarily worked as a long reliever.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The crowd is primarily partners seeking a romantic getaway and South Korean snowbirds in need of a warm-weather escape.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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