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Gorka, who had worked at Bannon’s right-wing Breitbart outlet, was appointed to the Strategic Initiatives Group, an in-house think tank at the White House.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

Denby Pottery - established in 1809 - appointed administrators on 31 March after it said it had struggled with rising energy and labour costs.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Charette spoke during a moderated talk with the head of the Canadian chamber, Candace Laing, who on Tuesday was appointed by Prime Minister Mark Carney to a panel to advise federal officials on U.S.-Canada relations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Brady's arrival at West Ham followed more than 16 years at Birmingham City, where she was appointed managing director aged 23 in 1993.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

As soon as it became clear that Miss Trunchbull had completely disappeared from the scene, the excellent Mr Trilby was appointed Head Teacher in her place.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl