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Less than two weeks before Trump's inauguration, the U.S. stepped up its sanctions on two large Russian oil producers and ships carrying Russian oil.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025 -
But with the Broncos looking dead and buried, its senior leader stepped up.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Jan. 2025
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Second, the pre-trial discovery reforms to accelerate the process and help defendants make informed decisions whether to accept a plea deal or mount a defense have failed.—
Eric J. Gertler,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2025
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As the firefight continues, questions are beginning to mount about whether L.A. was adequately prepared.—
Kirk Siegler,
NPR,
12 Jan. 2025
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These appearances are well-calculated to maximize exposure.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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For a franchise trying to maximize Giannis’ prime, this might be the toughest decision yet.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Beckham has been a brand ambassador for Tudor since 2017 and has been seen wearing a wide range of Tudor models in various settings, using his style and status to enhance Tudor’s image and reach.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
18 Jan. 2025
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For students, the key is to leverage these tools thoughtfully—to enhance, not replace, their authentic efforts.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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While teams build local fan bases, league executives are also keen to grow individual player brands, recognizing the way other women’s sports stars—such as Caitlin Clark, Ilona Maher, Alex Morgan and Serena Williams—have expanded the fan bases for their sports.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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Both photographers placed their art in the service of advocacy and fostering human connection, their respective practices at once embodying and expanding on Parks’s commitment to social justice and community engagement.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
15 Jan. 2025
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In October, with three more of her novels now available in English and at least 20 other languages, the Swedish Academy awarded Han the Nobel Prize, elevating her to the empyrean realm reserved for writers of what is sometimes called world literature.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
14 Jan. 2025
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Strong housing demand combined with a lack of housing inventory keeps competition for homes elevated.—
Justin L. Mack,
Axios,
13 Jan. 2025
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Instead, this administration plans to focus on consolidating power, enriching themselves, and rewarding billionaire donors like Musk, who exemplify the MAGA oligarchy.—
Laura Rodriguez,
Orlando Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2025
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To further enrich the guest experience, Terra Palm Springs offers complimentary weekend programming, including group fitness classes, meditation sessions, and sound baths.—
Caroline Tell,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The festival is expected to boost the ruling Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party’s past record of promoting Hindu cultural symbols for its support base.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
13 Jan. 2025
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The Supreme Court’s early indications boosted the shares of companies behind rival platforms, but shares of Oracle, which hosts U.S. TikTok data, tanked 5% Friday.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Ramp (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ramp%20%28up%29. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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