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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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It said a task force involving the police, tourist board and aviation officials would "strengthen oversight and conduct regular audits", as well as to ensure guides and trekking agencies were licensed.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Robert Keenan sought to dismiss cases against Alexander Smirnov and Louisville police officers, facing judicial pushback.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

A police officer who crashed and killed a woman while responding to an emergency call to help a choking baby has been jailed for two years and three months.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Thought to have links to Herne Bay, Whitstable, Canterbury, Sittingbourne and Ramsgate, police said the pair might have information which could assist them with their inquiries.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Standing next to her, breathing hard, as the police and fire engines and ambulances roared up around us, my arm still around her waist, I turned and smiled.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott