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In that environment, the helmets may have been intended for local militias, forces serving the Kingdom of Valencia, or armed groups responsible for defending the region's maritime frontier.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

King's active defiance in defending black interests also extended beyond music.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

At a time when it seems every software provider is defending itself against AI disruption, ServiceTitan stands out as the real deal, argued Morgan Stanley.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“This is about protecting our citizens, defending our interests and making our own choices,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

As a senior, for the second year in a row I was captain of the fencing team, and we continued defending our state champion status.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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