Brady House smacked a three-run homer, Jackson Kent pitched seven innings of one-run ball to earn his first major league win and the Washington Nationals beat the visiting Miami Marlins 9-2 on Friday.
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Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
29 Aug. 2026
In last fall’s season-opener, the Irish smacked Chicago Christian 47-6.
While outlining the details of Clancy's suicide attempt, Reddington slapped a quarter on the table and addressed the prosecutors in what appeared to be a direct challenge to the state.
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Sumiko Corley,
NBC news,
27 Aug. 2026
Over the years, the United States has slapped Iran with countless sanctions targeting its banking system, shipping companies, oil industry and military.
In April, the Biennale art exhibition — run by the Venice Biennale Foundation, which also runs the film festival — was slammed for allowing Russia and Israel to mount shows in their pavilions.
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Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2026
Since then, Hochman has been slammed for playing politics, embarrassing his office and even backing down for no reason other than the pressure was too intense.
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Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Aug. 2026
Anne Shirley has smashed her slate over Gilbert Blythe’s head.
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Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 Aug. 2026
Archaeologists in Central Europe recently came across an unusual hoard of Bronze Age tools — including a sword that had been deliberately smashed with a powerful blow.
The first arrest came in May 2025, after Rodriguez allegedly punched his father in the face when asked to turn off his loud music, according to court records.
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Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
26 Aug. 2026
Police say Moore stole cash from a woman, then punched her and a second woman when he was confronted.
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