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As biopic ‘Michael’ crosses $900 million at the global box office, Netflix’s molestation trial docuseries ‘The Verdict’ rises, and a prosecutor reports threats from Michael Jackson fans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In tight matches, goals have come mainly from defenders, with César Montes and Johan Vásquez being the primary threats on set pieces.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

In the impact assessment accompanying the bill, it is anticipated that 10 or fewer organisations will be designated as state threats in the first year after the legislation is passed.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Mythos is Anthropic’s most capable model, which has not been made available to the public due to concerns that security firms may not be able to handle the threats it poses.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

We were also at war with Russia, It was called a Cold War, because it wasn't a fighting war, but one made up of words and deeds and threats of bad things.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals



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