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"You're getting sacked in the morning," was the chant directed at Slot by the gleeful City supporters as their side scored four goals in 20 minutes either side of half-time.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

This week, their relationship took a nosedive as tensions flared over the war and a personal jibe directed at Macron.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The affidavit describes what prosecutors call a “pervasive pattern of self-dealing,” including allegations that Davis directed city contracts to collective impact while sharing finances with Spingola.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Until now, none of the accusations and barbs directed at Peter Magyar have stuck.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

He directed his thoughts to melting the water underneath the angler fish.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young