knives

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Andy Burnham said carrying knives for religious reasons "needs to be looked at," a debate prompted by the killer of Henry Nowak carrying a kirpan, a Sikh sword or dagger.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Selling such knives to under-18s is against the law.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

I bought a knife roll that was more expensive than any of the knives inside it.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The first lady’s remarks came after a man armed with a shotgun, handgun and several knives breached security at the Washington black-tie event on April 25.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

In the top drawer Marly found dingy, blackened spoons and forks and knives.

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen