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The Fool in “King Lear” is tricky because he speaks “at a slant to the world,” in a style that, despite bubbling with nonsense, follows its own strange logic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

If the Google dependency on Siri shrinks or gets replaced by Apple’s own foundation models, the company is building.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

On its own, a high NLR is unlikely to serve as a definitive predictor of dementia.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

“I do think it’s a moment to wrestle with our own consciences,” Carlson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

But, young hero, if you are always safe behind another’s shield, you will never know the power of your own sword.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman