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In a statement released Wednesday, Cuba's central bank said a foreign bank was severing ties with Fincimex S.A.,

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Last week, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced he was severing the city’s contract with ShotSpotter—and that he has no plans to renew it.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2024

Diageo said it remained committed to the success of the DeLeon and Ciroc brands but was severing ties.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2023

Each time it cracked shut it felt like I was severing myself from all the bad habits which had accumulated around my smartphone.

From Salon • Oct. 29, 2022

America was severing diplomatic relations with the Central Powers.

From Rescuing the Czar Two authentic Diaries arranged and translated by Smythe, James P.