afternoon

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With 91% of ballots tallied as of Wednesday afternoon, Becerra led with 27.9% of the vote compared to 25% for Hilton, according to the Associated Press, which declared Becerra and Hilton the two winners.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Stocks jumped in afternoon trade Thursday, with investors loading back up on tech shares following a brutal two-session selloff, after President Donald Trump said he no longer plans to strike Iran tonight.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

On Thursday afternoon, in the steamy heat of the Mexican capital, this hallowed stadium became the first to host matches at three different World Cups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

If your schedule allows, don’t miss the hotel’s afternoon tea service, which includes live piano accompaniment and fills up quickly.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

I take the belt out for an easy three-mile run on Friday morning, and then Friday afternoon, it’s haircut time.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison