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“Nothing suggested that the project would falsely accuse Ms. Banks of covering up a sexual assault, or being indifferent to what a contestant characterizes as a traumatic experience.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

He has branded him "Tofu Talarico" and claimed falsely that he is a vegan.

From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026

Federal prosecutors called him a pathological liar and swindler who falsely portrayed himself as a successful businessman and real-estate mogul with stints at Citigroup and Goldman Sachs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

These many rules and restrictions block falsely convicted state prisoners from receiving relief—not only those sentenced to death or convicted on terrorism charges.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

Lady Constance cooed fondly and falsely over the children while her mother-in-law was watching, but that too changed the moment the lady was gone.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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