powers

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Francis Gary Powers, the pilot, was captured by the Soviets and for two years was used as a Cold War bargaining chip.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

During his stint as high representative, Paddy Ashdown memorably wielded these so-called "Bonn Powers" sacking 60 Bosnian-Serb officials in one day in 2004 for refusing to cooperate with the Hague Tribunal.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Music and cultural figures like director Jim Jarmusch, Kid Congo Powers, and Cold Cave’s Wesley Eisold mourned Foreman’s death on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

In its filing last week, the CBP said it can issue electronic refunds for about $127 billion, or 82% of tariffs paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“Hey, listen,” Oliver Powers began, “have you heard of Rudolf Abel?”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin