professional

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Deontay Wilder beats Derek Chisora with a split decision win after a dramatic heavyweight contest in what is expected to be Chisora's final professional bout.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

While federal officials declined to comment on the claim itself, some stressed that Phillips’ work record is otherwise standard, leaving observers to reconcile the unusual story with his professional background.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Outside law, professional organizations, including those representing financial professionals and engineers, declined to provide data on accommodations for professional exams.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Scotney has the world at her feet after extending her professional record to a perfect 12 victories.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

If so, this was unusual: Most professional journalists retain interview transcripts lest what they’ve written generate a charge of libel or invasion of privacy.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady