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The co-creator of Drag Race has said there is a "crisis of representation" on TV, following the BBC's decision to axe the UK edition of the show.

From BBC Sep. 12, 2026

“Grateful to pick up the axe, and honored by the fans who made this story legendary.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2026

Ole Miss is far from the only institution with an axe to grind with Kiffin.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

The group, which includes Porsche, Audi, Seat and Skoda as well as the VW brand, had previously said it would axe some 50,000 posts in Germany by 2030.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

He planted his feet firmly apart, and laid his hand upon the haft of his axe.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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