powers

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Francis Gary Powers, the pilot, was captured by the Soviets and for two years was used as a Cold War bargaining chip.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

“It’s like s harks with laser beams,” added Caine, referencing an Austin Powers spy-satire movie.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

A senior Trump administration official said: "For War Powers Resolution purposes, the hostilities that began on Saturday, February 28 have terminated."

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Music and cultural figures like director Jim Jarmusch, Kid Congo Powers, and Cold Cave’s Wesley Eisold mourned Foreman’s death on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

John Kennedy and aide Dave Powers were sitting in the White House living quarters having a late supper of roast chicken when Bobby walked in.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin