killing

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Vescovi told Moss the killing looked like self-defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Tamasi’s sworn account of what happened on the night of the Spivey killing, Sept. 9, 2023, raises further questions about the deputy chief’s behind-the-scenes influence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The federal trial of Luigi Mangione in the killing of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been delayed further to January 2027, according to court documents filed on Thursday.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Although the snakes use their venom when defending themselves, studies have shown that the chemical nature of snake venom is primarily suited for killing its prey, such a rodents, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

My mom’s a doctor and he is just killing time before coaching volleyball, so eat all the Fritos and corn syrup you want.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri