knives

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Former gang member Kevin Martin, who now works with a youth organisation in Glasgow, said those carrying knives were doing so "out of fear and peer pressure".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

But the CPS said Digwa chose to carry two ceremonial knives and that the judge's finding of fact made clear he agreed with its assessment that the weapon used was a kirpan.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

I bought a knife roll that was more expensive than any of the knives inside it.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

“That is why my wife and I took the initiative to remove all firearms, ammunition and accessories from our home and secure all sharp knives in our home….”

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

All around me the pots clanked, knives stomped, and the sound of sizzling steak swirled through the air.

From "A Step from Heaven" by An Na