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In working with Apple to improve security, Sir Mark said only a minority of stolen phones were being reactivated compared to a few months ago, making it "harder for criminals to profit".
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Several years later, Saudi Arabia would win the right to host the 2034 World Cup as the only candidate in the running.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
When Kings’ new head coach Peter Laviolette took a tour around the Los Angeles area, he thought he was only going to get a one-bedroom home with a view of the water.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Meanwhile, Laviolette is only the fourth coach in hockey to lead three teams to the Stanley Cup Final.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
Besides, she only plans to stay a short while.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
