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The look also adds a variation on the modern royal power suit moment, with other famous royals like Kate Middleton, among others, regularly styling suited looks.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026 -
And the best part is that styling this accessory doesn’t require any extra effort.—
Marilú Almaguer,
Glamour,
4 May 2026
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People are nominating not just themselves, but their moms.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
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In 2024, the Old Hyde Park Neighborhood Association organized to stave off the potential demolition of the 1924 building by nominating it for local historic status.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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Likewise, in building communities, there must be a priority on preserving green spaces, creating walkable neighborhoods to reduce traffic and car emissions, intentionally designating areas for wildlife habitats, and prioritizing quality of life through parks, trails, and conservation areas.—
Sammy Duda,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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The Dodgers will now have to choose between optioning Kim or Freeland, or designating Espinal for assignment.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Maddock said Kozak had particularly loved presiding over Holy Saturday evening Mass, which is typically a time for baptizing people into the Catholic church.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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In Russia, celebrants observe the holiday by taking part in the Eastern Orthodox tradition of baptizing themselves in cold lakes.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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Lee Cronin was both flattered and frightened when Jason Blum suggested titling his The Mummy reimagining as Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Apr. 2026
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Above the presidential portraits is gold lettering that matches the new Rose Garden sign, titling the makeshift exhibit.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The superintendent, general counsel and chief auditor qualify for the supplements due to provisions in their contracts entitling them to the same increases as other administrative staff, officials said.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2026
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The complaint alleges Johnson failed to disclose restricted stock units entitling him to 330,000 shares in his January 2024 bankruptcy petition.—
Zach Everson,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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He was never criminally charged, but a civil lawsuit naming him led to his immediate release from the Buffalo Bills in August 2022.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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Recent polling has also shown that voters are very concerned about energy affordability and rising utility costs, with 13% of Americans naming it as the most important financial problem facing their family — a 10-point increase from last year, according to an April Gallup poll.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Hafley praised Johnson, labeling the draft’s 27th pick, a player the Dolphins traded up for, as his favorite cornerback in the draft because of his combination of size, speed, athleticism and footwork.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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Label each basket clearly to avoid any mix-ups; consider clip-on labels for fabric baskets or labeling the shelf for quick and easy identification.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Surnaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surnaming. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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