historic
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West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan has stepped down from his position as joint chairman and director of the club with immediate effect "having been made aware of the impending publication of serious historic allegations".
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“All historic resorts—including five-star properties—face ongoing maintenance needs,” the Justices’ attorney said, noting that the Greenbrier makes “significant” investment in new plantings each year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Certain areas I visited, like the historic South Point Light Station, were spared.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Many are led by individuals with strong personalities—a necessary quality in start-ups, many would argue—but an undesirable one, from a governance point of view, for firms launching IPOs at historic valuations.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The plan became for Barack to make his announcement from the steps of the Old State Capitol, a historic landmark that would of course be more visually appealing than any convention center or arena.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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