affairs
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This unusual state of affairs has given rise to what economists call a “low-hire, low-fire” labor market.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
The seat became vacant after former prime minister Sir Keir Starmer announced he was standing down to focus on a role in international affairs.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Public affairs professional Alex Challoner told me he came to London from the West Country when he was 21 and has called the city his home for 35 years.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Disney’s legal government affairs department also will be downsized, according to a recent internal memo by Disney Chief Legal Officer Horacio Gutierrez.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
But in 1684, Halley’s affairs were thrown into confusion by the death of his father and the project was abandoned for many years, as other matters took precedence.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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