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Is the U.S. delegation prepared to reveal new information proving that crucial last point, à la Adlai Stevenson’s Cuban Missile Crisis slide show?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The group’s self-titled debut album came out in 1975; at the time, the band had a more ornate sound à la Genesis.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Dion made an emotional comeback at the 2024 Paris Olympics, singing Edith Piaf's classic Hymne à l'Amour from the Eiffel Tower.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Diners can choose between two omakase menus, with optional nigiri add-ons, late-night alternatives and à la carte selections.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

Daddy didn’t ask Joe where he had been but just said, “Come on in and have some pancakes, à la Marly, Joe, all decorated with first-run Chris!”

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen