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A statement from the Premier League Match Centre said: "The referee's call of yellow card to Havertz was checked and confirmed by VAR – with the challenge deemed not to be serious foul play."

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Airlines have reduced the frequency of flights on some routes, grounded or retired older or less fuel-efficient aircraft, postponed aircraft deliveries, and raised their fees for checked bags and other costs.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“They’re the investigator, they’re the prosecutor, they’re the judge, and they’re the jury,” said Levy, in a checked shirt and shorts, at his home in north San Diego County.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Despite trading up to all-time highs this week and a market capitalization of $5.3 trillion, Nvidia’s breathtaking growth has been checked slightly by restrictions on the export of its advanced, artificial intelligence chips to China.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

The guy at the wheel checked his watch, then he gave a nod as the car inched nearer to where I was standing.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott