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A US State Department spokesperson confirmed that the US was co-ordinating an approach "to protect our citizens, including the millions of visitors, fans, athletes and tourists expected during the Fifa World Cup".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

GSK said the acquisition is expected to contribute to revenue growth from 2027 and strengthen its core operating profit, helping offset the loss of patent protection for HIV drug dolutegravir over 2028-30.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The judge said he expected the jury to begin punitive phase deliberations on Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"I think they can achieve a lot. I think a quarter-final berth would be expected at this stage," said 43-year-old fan Eric Gordon, attending with his young nephew Oliver.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

But the two siblings are lounging together on the couch, their sock-clad feet propped on the coffee table, eating McDonald’s and watching the news with less interest than I expected.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller