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Still, the tussle is an unexpected thorn in Nike’s efforts to capitalize on the World Cup being hosted in North America next year.

From The Wall Street Journal

While Safdie deeming those aspects disposable keeps “Marty Supreme” from being a truly perfect film, it wouldn’t be half as good if its concentration drifted from Marty for more than a minute.

From Salon

Legion Maria is not the only African religious movement to feature a black supreme being.

From Barron's

These features are constantly being reshaped as energetic starlight pushes and sculpts the surrounding material.

From Science Daily

Which may be why “Christmas in Connecticut” remains such a pleasure to return to, especially in December, when the idea of doing everything perfectly — hosting flawlessly, cooking beautifully, being effortlessly competent — can feel exhausting.

From Salon