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BBC's US media partner CBS has named the suspect as Nasire Best, a 21-year-old man who was known to the Secret Service and had a documented history of mental health conditions.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

President Donald Trump has named Christopher Phelan as his next chief economist, an increasingly important role as the White House focuses on affordability and employment ahead of the midterm elections.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

India's largest airline IndiGo has named aviation industry veteran William Walsh as its new chief executive, weeks after the resignation of its former CEO.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Powell's term as chairman is due to end in May, and Trump has named former central banker Kevin Warsh to replace him.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

“No dragon has named me. I have traveled, but never further than I need to go for food.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell