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"This kind of activity enriches them a great deal, not only visually for the audience but for them as well," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

This supposedly low-danger assignment proves anything but for Kendal, as the manipulative Rico plays his own double game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

He hopes to “crush a few festivals,” but for now, he’s focused on becoming Malcolm Todd: the musician and the person.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

We all eat to live, but for some it’s truly a passion.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

John could find the Msaidizi, but for you to talk to his ghost, I’d have to conjure him.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas