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Du Pont, who died in prison, had willed the collection to UM, but no one ever told the school.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
2 Feb. 2025 -
The story of a unique champion The improbable tale of a one-legged wrestler who willed his way into becoming an NCAA champion is at the heart of one incredibly inspirational movie.—
Randy McMullen,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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What To Know Judge Sidney Stein handed down the conviction, which was shorter than the 15-year sentence requested by prosecutors, according to the Associated Press.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Quince 100% Organic Cotton Keyhole Midi Dress $70.00 BUY The year’s winner in this category is, hands down, one overwhelmingly popular trend: the milkmaid dress, often defined by a structured bodice, puff sleeves, and an A-line skirt.—
R29 Team,
refinery29.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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For a supernova to leave behind a remnant, the dying star must be surrounded by ionized gases — conditions typically found in dense, star-forming regions, not in the outer reaches of a galaxy.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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In recent months Israel has seen a wave of far-right settler groups planning and advocating for the redevelopment of Gaza, calling for Arab people to leave and to re-establish Jewish settlements.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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In ever more apocalyptic language, Trump has sought to unify his MAGA movement with strongman pledges to defend Americans from millions of hostile foreigners seeking to storm the country and to root out enemy aliens within.—
Julia Preston,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Oct. 2024
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The film follows a ragtag group of actors (played by Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, among other stars) from an ‘80s sci-fi series who aliens unexpectedly abduct during a convention appearance.—
Matt Juul,
BostonGlobe.com,
7 July 2023
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Igo, who has been interim chief of police since October, told the Spanish-speaking parishioners that his department would not turn in or report anyone here illegally who calls 911 for help or is pulled over for traffic violations.—
Michael Dorgan,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
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According to the Harlem native, Lil Wayne’s failure to turn in his fourth solo studio album to Universal Music Group, Cash Money Records’ parent company, on time caused constraints to any potential rollout of the mixtape.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Adorned with wood, jolts of plaid, and a candle pendant, the dining nook conveys that rustic, calming aesthetic while serving as a natural gathering space for family meals and game nights.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2025
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If used as a snide kiss-off, this conversation-ender conveys disagreement or dissatisfaction with an outcome or decision without directly addressing it, much less trying to be constructive.—
John Bowe, Contributor,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2025
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The deal was struck after acting head of the FBI, Brian Driscoll, turned over to the Justice Department a list of FBI employees involved in January 6 investigations, according to an email seen by Reuters.—
Sarah Lynch and Andrew Goudsward,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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There was a mention regarding interview notes, that interview notes were not being turned over and have not been turned over.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2025
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However, $150,000 doesn’t seem that expensive — if the state is willing to deed the lake, dam and easement around the lake to whoever pays for the repairs.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Aug. 2024
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This means that if the owner passes away or even deeds the house to someone else, the heirs or new owner would still be bound by the contract.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2024
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“Pass (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pass%20%28down%29. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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