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Diane Bass, one of Hipolito’s attorneys, jumped up and clasped her hands in gratitude toward the jury.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Some historians believe that the treason count was intentionally added by the prosecutors to tie the hands of Gov. Henry Wise, who had expressed some admiration for Brown’s courage and integrity.
From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026
JBS, a giant meat and food processing company from the Netherlands, is up 25% year to date, with a 17% advance during the last month to change hands around $18.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
A penalty shootout loss at the hands of Bosnia and Herzegovina meant that while 48 countries travel to the U.S.,
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Harry took a step to follow as well but then stopped, her hands coming to her abdomen at the same time as a funny look crossed her face.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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