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South African authorities said they had so far processed 586 Nigerian nationals for repatriation, all who were in South Africa "illegally" with police on Wednesday night having cited expired passports and visas.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The company cited strong revenue growth and “operating efficiency actions” during the quarter as the reason behind its record $8.6 billion in non-GAAP operating income.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Founder and CEO Nilam Ganenthiran declined to disclose Beacon’s valuation, but said it had increased substantially from the $1 billion the company cited at its $250 million Series B round in November.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Artan was placed on a return flight after US immigration officials cited "vetting concerns".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The investigator cited with displeasure “Exhibit Q”: a bill for $319.05 that Mollie’s mother, Lizzie, had racked up at a butcher shop before her death.

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann