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Depending on titles, MK2 Films represents worldwide rights, excluding North America, to a selection of features restored through the Foundation’s World Cinema Project.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
13 May 2026 -
In a video call with reporters, Eskamani said the suspension allows time to craft new rules excluding sloths from being allowed to be kept as pets or for exhibition.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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Prosecutors alleged that Sun’s actions included preventing representatives of the Taiwanese government from having access to the governor’s office.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Having a variety of plant foods in your diet supports gut microbe diversity, which in turn helps with immune function, nutrient absorption, brain health, mental health, and preventing chronic disease.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2026
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But even after hearing from Kelly and several distressed homeowners at the March 9 City Council meeting, Council members couldn’t reach consensus on key elements of the proposal, precluding a necessary approval for the ordinance to advance.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Brady is a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, which has played a large role in precluding a return.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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Szabo, the city administrative officer, issued a grim warning this week about the proposal heading to the November ballot that would repeal the city’s business tax, depriving the city of about $860 million per year.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Lomax, sensing his happiness, forces its end, depriving Stoner of this brief joy.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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“Embargoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embargoing. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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