ruled

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Avon and Somerset Police also launched an investigation, but ruled no further action would be taken as it did "not meet the criminal threshold" for prosecution.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

In the federal case, the judge ruled that prosecutors could use the backpack evidence in question.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The judge ruled that the jury's verdict on this point would be advisory, but said she would likely follow its recommendation.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

A judge previously ruled key elements of a prior Pentagon press policy unconstitutional, but an appeals court allowed the temporary escort requirement.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Arguments from the opposition were far from over, but no one could say anymore that cost alone ruled out treating the disease in poor countries.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French