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This might help to prevent distant biological relatives from contesting the wishes of the deceased, said Avi Kestenbaum, a partner at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Josh Simons, the MP for Makerfield, also resigned, in order to provide a potential path back to parliament for Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham, who is now contesting the seat in a by-election.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

There are no fewer than 15 parties standing here, among 29 which are contesting regional lists across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The next hearing in the civil lawsuit Nacua is contesting is scheduled on Aug. 3.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Nothing much happened in court, other than Du Bois announcing his plans to file a motion contesting the decision to try Richard as an adult.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater