classified

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The games, the largest sporting event in U.S. history, have been classified as a national security event, meaning federal law enforcement can deploy its most extensive security measures under the Department of Homeland Security umbrella.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The material is classified as a "bad metal" and contains one-dimensional chains of molybdenum atoms.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Israeli authorities arrested two people earlier this year for using classified information to make profitable bets on military operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Police say 60 Crystal Palace fans classified as "known troublemakers" were ordered to leave Leipzig city centre on Tuesday evening while two arrests were made following clashes between supporters of the Eagles and Rayo Vallecano.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Inside Wall Street they were classified, at best, as “high net worth individuals.”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis