governing body
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American Masai Russell, who broke the 100m hurdles world record last month, was among the late Athlos withdrawals following last week's Ultimate, organised by the sport's governing body and offering record prize pot of $10m.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Infantino's plan sparked a global outcry, with European football's governing body Uefa threatening to boycott all Fifa competitions.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
The governing body serves as the ILO's executive arm.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
On November 9, they will appear before the ILO's governing body, which will then elect the new leader by secret ballot on November 16.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Should any such creature cause harm to, or draw the notice of, the Muggle community, that nation’s wizarding governing body will be subject to discipline by the International Confederation of Wizards.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
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