dead

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Indeed, in both cases, followers of the dead prophets are constantly finding new meaning in old prophecies.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Thirteen U.S. service members have been killed, and 19 Israeli service members have been reported dead in a five-week-old war that has triggered growing unease stateside.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

On Wednesday, a volunteer firefighter was found dead from suspected exhaustion linked to heat and underlying health conditions, officials told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The BBC has discovered Bush also kept more than 1,000 items, including love letters, baby clothes and treasured possessions belonging to the dead and their families.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Ragginold wasn’t doing anything but eating a dead weed on a dead stump, and they were certainly not keeping him from that.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman