pay

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In a second call with the BBC, HTA manager Angfurba claims the two clients did not want to pay the additional cost for a more experienced guide after their original one was removed.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

That case ground on for nearly a decade and ended with no admission of wrongdoing, though the settlement required the attorney general to pay $300,000 in restitution and undergo legal ethics training.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Groups of teachers and their unions have blocked highways, torn down World Cup symbols and occupied the Zócalo to demand better working conditions, including pay raises and the restoration of a public pension system.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Three of the top four industry categories with the most pay growth were in the categories of trade, transportation and utilities.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Hey! You gotta pay for that!” the soda clerk shouted.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu