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Mike Ashley, a controversial figure in British business who founded Frasers when it was called Sports Direct, remains the largest shareholder of the retail group with his son-in-law as chief executive.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

At 6-foot-7, Jim Justice, 75, was a larger-than-life figure in West Virginia long before becoming governor and then senator.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

A well-known figure in the news in Rio, Moscatelli calls the capybaras by human names to sensitize humans to them.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

But Hun Sen is still president of the Senate, remains an influential figure in national politics, and is acting head of state while King Norodom Sihamoni receives medical treatment abroad.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

“Will,” said Lyra, and he turned to see that there was another figure in the kitchen with them.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman