Magna
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Work started on the castle in 1215, the same year as Magna Carta, the foundational declaration of English liberty, was signed.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
When King Charles noted the British legal tradition, enshrined in the Magna Carta, that "executive power is subject to checks and balances", he received another standing ovation – with a twist.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
GM supplier Magna is stuck with a plant built to churn out parts for battery-powered pickups.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
GM said this week it would idle the Detroit factory where it builds the big electric trucks that Magna supplies, due to weak demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
Tío Pepe says this is our Magna Carta, and I’m so glad I was paying attention that day in history class so I don’t have to ask what that is.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
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