authorities
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"Where allegations have been made about specific entities, the relevant authorities have investigated, including by making inquiries with companies cited in open sources," the foreign ministry said in a statement.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Government authorities also noted the heat had taken a deadly turn.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
Canadian authorities tripled streaming companies’ required financial contributions, drawing rebukes from U.S. lobbying groups representing Hollywood and tech companies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
French authorities on Tuesday also reported at least seven deaths linked to the heatwave -- five of which were drownings, as many people sought relief on beaches and other bodies of water.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
If the authorities came after him in Zurich, he could probably make an escape before they arrived.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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