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"We had a great position before the split and this is hard to take and we have to improve and develop quick," he told BBC Sport Scotland after the Celtic Park loss.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Just before turning 64, I realized that my teenage daughter would be eligible to receive two-thirds of my benefit for five years, until she turned 18.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization increased 13% on a reported basis to 62.63 billion rand, while the corresponding margin grew to 37.4% from 36.5%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

"I have recovered Nazi-looted art from World War II before, including pieces in the Louvre, the Dutch Royal Collection, and numerous museums," he said.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

“That’s understandable. You take as much time as you need before you come back to volunteering, and I do hope you come back.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam