statues

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World Cup player statues in the capital have been toppled by protesters, with teachers demanding higher wages threatening to disrupt matches if their wishes are not met.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Millions will be spent to regild the hulking Art Deco statues that buttress Arlington Memorial Bridge.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“These statues are city property,” Mayor Helena Moreno, a Democrat, said in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Four bronze horse statues that stand near Memorial Bridge are set to be coated with 23.75 karat gold leaf.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Thaya Jaan, Thayee, and Zohra are like statues, their arms raised in farewell, until the big green gate closes behind us.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan