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"Macho Types Wanted for World-Famous Disco Group -- Must Dance and Have a Moustache," read an early ad seeking members to bolster the group's lineup, according to its website.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

When your mother is on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, even a trip to the playground is dangerous.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Wanted to get my hands on it, couldn’t, and I’m happy to say that it’s good that I didn’t get my big fat lumberjack hands on it then.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

And despite Grand Theft Auto 6 being delayed, it hasn't stopped it from picking up two awards before its even out, winning Most Wanted Game and Best Game Trailer.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

He could walk into a post office, it was said, go over to the Wanted posters, and, just by looking at the mug shots, say what crimes the various fugitives had committed.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell