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"We want to see those with power in the government to act quickly to put legislation in place so this doesn't happen again."

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026

"His passing has left many of us Tibetans with the fervor to act," said Jampa Choedup, a monk who had known Rangzen since 1997 and saw him the day before his death.

From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026

Katsis took on diverse pop acts like Enrique Iglesias as well, and helped turn the Backstreet Boys into a stadium act, breaking Ticketmaster records for its 1999 Into the Millennium tour.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026

The unnatural act of throwing a baseball still tears tendons and wrenches elbows.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026

And Ronnie’s so smart in some ways, he didn’t act surprised or happy.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan

It remains the only time that atomic weapons have been used in warfare, and was one of the last major acts of World War II.

From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026

There he managed hard rock acts including Korn and Limp Bizkit, helping make them superstars of the “TRL” era.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026

At everyday levels, vitamin C acts as an antioxidant: it mops up harmful molecules and protects our cells.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026

As well as damage to natural habitats and animal life, Thomas warned loss of soil could increase flood risks, because it no longer acts as a "sponge" holding water on high ground.

From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026

Now, in Reykjavik, despite being the recipient of numerous acts of kindness and generosity, Bobby began finding fault, negatively overgeneralizing, and snapping at those who’d shown him the most loyalty.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

Early plays Maddie’s lowest moments with raw sincerity and expressions of utter helplessness — visible cries for help, acted out with total concern and love for the feminine.

From Salon ● Aug. 8, 2026

Al-Marimi is said to have told the officer he acted alongside fellow members of the Libyan intelligence service, under the orders of senior officials.

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026

But that’s not all that happened; the op-ed acted as a dog whistle, bringing out a torrent of abuse.

From Slate ● Aug. 6, 2026

The worry you have about your tax rates versus the tax rates of your heirs is legitimate, but it doesn’t necessarily need to be acted on right now.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026

Because of this, said the others, she acted like she was better than they were.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti

The vote brings to an end a lengthy standoff between Senate Republicans and the Trump administration over Blanche, who has served as acting attorney general since April.

From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026

In a 2-1 ruling, the court said that only Congress, not the president acting alone, can approve demolitions or design changes to the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026

Cassidy next noted that Blanche, who has led the DOJ in an acting capacity since April, could continue to do so even if senators reject him.

From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2026

Blanche became the acting attorney general in April after Bondi was fired.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

Jeff, on the other hand, and Rich, were acting as if there was something else to know about Jessica.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott