authorities

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The CDC said authorities were working to lock down plans before Congo’s World Cup team is scheduled to play in Houston next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

"As part of the plan, a working group is developing guidance to support improvements in the recording and monitoring of violent incidents across local authorities and schools."

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The rights group urged authorities to drop all charges and release the activists.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

An American contracted Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the outbreak is spreading across parts of Africa, U.S. health authorities said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Besides, if Pong was involved with Ampai, then when the authorities arrested her, they'd capture Pong as well.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat