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[fohn] / foʊn /


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In the ’80s Palm Common Room, a vintage keyboard, a computer mouse and touch-tone phone hang on the walls.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

It took a month for Morrow to get her phone back from federal custody, while her other confiscated possessions, including her keys, have been lost, Morrow’s attorney said.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

BBC Scotland News understands McCulloch has been found guilty of additional charges over illegal use of a mobile phone – however he will ultimately not spend any longer in jail as a result.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

"I was surprised, that's it," said Hodara during a phone call with auctioneers after the draw.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

A message, then, that he could not relay over the phone.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom