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According to the report, the positions of the Howitzers were changed three days before the event, occupying a 50-by-50-meter box that was smaller than originally planned.

From Los Angeles Times

The 79-year-old installed himself as chairman of the board for the center, originally named after president John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated in 1963.

From Barron's

She and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh were among seven Iranian footballers who originally said they were seeking asylum on their trip to the Women's Asian Cup in Australia but the other five changed their minds.

From BBC

When it was originally listed at the end of last year, the home was described as an “architectural masterpiece” that “defines the pinnacle of luxury waterfront living.”

From MarketWatch

The film and TV studios, HBO and HBO Max were originally set to be acquired by Netflix before the streaming company dropped its bid last month after an aggressive pursuit by Paramount.

From Los Angeles Times