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By a vote of 144 in favor, 10 against, and 13 abstentions, the assembly approved the renewal, beginning October 12, 2026, as proposed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

From Barron's Jul. 24, 2026

Last September, the San Bernardino Board of Supervisors approved a 50-home and 55-slip marina project on it called Moon Camp, with county officials saying it wouldn’t harm the raptors.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

Nigeria's president has approved the country's largest military expansion in recent times - an attempt to tackle the slew of security challenges plaguing the nation.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Justice Department approved the deal last month, saying it would improve competition “across the media and entertainment ecosystem.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Once your background check gets approved, you receive your interview notice in the mail.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi