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Gates told staff at his foundation in February that he was aware of some "18-month thing" that had limited Epstein's travel, but that he didn't properly check his background.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Nattering in the background are broadcasts about the impending threat of global war at the hands of the United States, Russia and North Korea.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Better known by his call-sign of Madyar, Brovdi was a wealthy grain trader with no military background when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Mayor Daniel Lurie, a Levi-Strauss heir with a background in philanthropy, has opposed efforts to raise taxes on companies and the wealthy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The background fabric was made of a tessellated pattern of triangles in shades of gray and blue.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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