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When he said a few days later that he would accept them, but only if he won, most people assumed he was joking.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Following the verdict, Carrie Jenkins said her family was trying to rebuild their lives "as Rhys would have wanted", and "to make the most of each day" with the support of friends and the community.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

"Do we need to look at have we been strict enough?" said Key.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The government also said it would cap how much private schools can charge for specialist school places.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

"Evil, forked-tongue housekeeper, the one who's been talked into going is me," he said.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios