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The United States and Iran could finalise an agreement to end the Middle East war "within 24 hours", key mediator Pakistan said Saturday, after both sides expressed optimism about the chances of concluding a deal.
From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026
He must know his chances to do so appear to be shrivelling yet further.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
If you tried to buy in at the IPO price of $135, chances are you were unable to participate.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026
Mexico continued to press with numerous chances in the first half, including another shot by Quiñones that hit the post and another great save by Williams, who was South Africa’s best player.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
The boy nodded solemnly, hoping none of this would get back to the social worker, or Mrs. Winston, who didn’t believe in third chances, and would certainly see this as his third strike.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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