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Ras Baraka, mayor of Newark, is likewise attempting to shut the facility down via the courts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Now, as part of the countdown to the World Cup, Mexico City is attempting to surpass that mark.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The Comanche Circle project was attempting to locate next to their property.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

It looks like a sector attempting to reaccelerate after a long period of policy-driven restraint.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

The Icelandic Chess Federation took a calculated risk in attempting to add strength to the argument for releasing Bobby.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady