territories
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Mr. Popkin explains that with this single sentence Napoleon’s new regime abrogated earlier constitutional provisions that “put the inhabitants of the country’s overseas territories under the same laws” as those in mainland France.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Kyiv has recently expanded its drone capabilities and stepped up strikes on conventional Russian territories as well, including residential areas and oil export infrastructure.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
This 12-point program aims to certify territories that are capable of anticipating a tsunami risk, prepare their populations and coordinate an appropriate response.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
Before the law, the blood sport had been made illegal in all 50 states, but not U.S. territories.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
With the opening of vast new territories, slaves had tripled in value.
From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry
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