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It has been held by the SNP's Stephen Flynn since 2019.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The company plans to raise $75 billion, more than double the current record held by Saudi Aramco’s IPO from early 2020.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The plan will enable them to pay off the debt held by the Rowlings, retain control of the resort and support its long-term future, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

In February, the company fully acquired Mattel163 mobile game studio after buying out a stake held by Chinese tech firm NetEase.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Omakayas and Angeline stood still, held by his beauty and the strength of his gaze.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich