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The SNP's Stephen Gethins was elected to the seat that year, but stood down in May this year following his election to the Scottish parliament as the MSP for Dundee City East.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
The two men embraced in the dock before Abubakr Ben Yusaf was taken down.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Oxlade-Chamberlain did not start many games but he contributed two winners so you would put him down as a success.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
But if the company’s AI efforts continue to underwhelm, then the next 12 months’ earnings multiple—currently down to just under 12 times versus the S&P 500’s 20 times—may not expand.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
When things finally quiet down, Father Julien pushes himself up.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
