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police

[puh-lees] / pəˈlis /


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But there's a growing clamour to hand over the investigation to the federal police as it's a matter involving one of India's most prominent religious institutions.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

She posed as a model in a documentary for the BBC's Donal McIntyre Investigates series in 1998, but reported her allegation to police in 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

In May, authorities evacuated parts of South Los Angeles after police found truckloads of fireworks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Two women already pleaded guilty and agreed to help authorities prosecute Arnold, police said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

Inside, on the police chief’s stationery, was a handwritten note.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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