national

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"The Japanese embassy in Iran has confirmed that a Japanese national who was detained by Iranian authorities on January 20 was released on April 6 local time," government spokesman Minoru Kihara said.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

It was a shocking end to the tournament for UConn, which had won the 2023 and 2024 national titles and was on a quest for history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

A wolf that seized national attention when she ventured into Los Angeles County earlier this year continues to make history.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

During the international break, 11 Arsenal players withdrew from their national teams with injury issues and Arsenal are going to be without Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber for the match on Tuesday night.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Curls of ticker tape in the national colors coiled along the yardsticks of our gala dinner.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck