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The White House has hosted recreational sports and events before but the UFC's show will mark the first professional live sporting event to take place on the grounds.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

Liman denied Lively’s request for damages on the grounds that her lawyers used a legal shortcut, typically meant for calculating attorneys’ fees and minor court costs, to claim the money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The potential lawsuit would seek to challenge the proposed merger on antitrust grounds, arguing it would decrease competition, lower wages and lead to widespread job losses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Seoul's Personal Information Protection Commission said it would "impose a total of 624.68 billion won in fines... on Coupang for violating safety obligations and collecting personal data without legal grounds".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

It was overruled by the match committee on the grounds that he’d failed to appear at the game.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady