independent

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In response, LIV announced a "strategic evolution" - including a newly established independent board - as it bids to find replacement financial investors.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

"However, given the nature of the matter, the EFL will ask the independent disciplinary commission to shorten the response period and to list a hearing at the earliest opportunity."

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Former Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer, who hasn’t landed an MLB job since serving a 194-game suspension, has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

A report into a fatal airline crash by an independent US government investigative agency has renewed speculation that one of China's biggest aviation disasters was deliberate.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Often these were cash-strapped independent merchants and laborers, and I was always surprised by the joy she took in saving a few dollars at their expense.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris