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file

[fahyl] / faɪl /






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“In the same way, prosecutors file motions to send individuals to Latin American countries such as Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, and even Uganda in Africa — countries with equal or worse conditions of violence.”

From Salon • May 30, 2026

The broad language of the federal compassionate release statute allows for prisoners to file for relief from a lengthy sentence so long as rehabilitation alone does not provide the justification.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

Stearn said he was unaware of the suspended status until The Times notified him about it, and noted that it appeared the state agency had the wrong address on file for the foundation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The Wall Street Journal reported last week that OpenAI, a direct competitor of Anthropic, is working with bankers on a draft IPO prospectus it plans to file confidentially with regulators soon.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

After she led him inside, he filled a bowl with warm water and dish soap, and after she’d retrieved her nail file and polish, he’d instructed her to put her hands into the water.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman




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