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Gallrein did make a major open press appearance Monday, when a Trump-allied super PAC held a campaign event at a hotel on the grounds of the Cincinnati airport.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

The annual Royal Windsor Horse Show sees international equestrian competitions and military displays, take place on the grounds of Windsor Castle.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The Grand Slams have become catnip for luxury brands, social media influencers and celebrities, all of whom appear eager to see and be seen on the grounds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The board rejected those proposals unanimously, Beazer added, on the grounds they undervalued the company and didn’t offer a viable starting point for negotiations or a benefit to shareholders.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Although elected President of the College of Physicians in 1654, he had to decline the honour on the grounds of age and ill health.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin




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