Father's Day
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The jewelry designer on Sunday announced the arrival of her “perfect baby girl” in a sweet Father’s Day Instagram post celebrating fiancé and music executive Geoff Ogunlesi.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
The Prince of Wales' family has shared a photo of the heir to the throne with his daughter Princess Charlotte to mark both his 44th birthday and Father's Day.
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
The sequel, which debuted over Father's Day weekend, features Woody the cowboy, Buzz Lightyear and their gang of toys fighting for survival against competition from technology, particularly a tablet.
From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026
"Happy birthday and Father's Day to the best Papa in the World! We love you very much," the image was captioned with, signed by the Princess of Wales and their three children.
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
“Noah, why does he insist on staying in jail? It’s Father’s Day, for heaven’s sake.”
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
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