the force

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Northumbria Police said Jess Turnbull was a "dedicated and committed" officer who had joined the force in September.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Northern Ireland police chief Jon Boutcher said the force was looking to add a further 200 officers to the streets, while local transport authorities cancelled bus and train services for Wednesday evening.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A round hit the officer in the chest but his protective vest absorbed the force of the bullet, and the officer was listed in stable condition, according to law enforcement sources.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

He said there was a plan to get out of the water ahead of the weir but the force of the water meant she and the others were carried over it.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

If this is the case, there is little chance of a big crunch, because something is opposing the force of gravity.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife