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[nahyf] / naɪf /




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The film, directed by documentarian Alex Gibney, is the companion piece to Rushdie's "Knife," a memoir recounting the harrowing 2022 attack and its aftermath.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Knife crime in England and Wales has increased since 2011, according to official government data.

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

From TJ’s Organic Cacio e Pepe Puffs to its Squiggly Knife Cut Style Noodles, here are seven products that are guaranteed to up your lunch game.

From Salon • Aug. 22, 2025

"Knife crime is increasing year on year, and I don't see how we're going to get hold of it if we don't all work together."

From BBC • May 21, 2025

Knife held the Scout knife up to admire the dragons before shoving it into his belt.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer




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