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Hydee Feldstein Soto, a longtime critic of Venice Dell who lost her bid for reelection last week, did not return an email asking if the city would appeal.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Paramount is seeking government approval for its $111 billion bid for Warner Bros.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

During the last earnings presentation, Netflix executives argued that abandoning their $82.7 billion bid for Warner Bros.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Grouped with two-time major winner Justin Thomas, McIlroy begins his bid for a first Memorial win at 15:25 BST on Thursday.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

She did not cry or bid for pity—and he knew she was sparing him these things.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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