violent
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Workers said the company has failed to provide protection from violent customers and doesn’t provide proper access to paid sick leave.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
“If we get pulled away for other crime problems, violent crime in particular, that’s going to affect our ability to retain the level of resources we have over an extended period of time.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
"Although violent crime in Trinidad and Tobago has dropped greatly since 2024 due to security efforts started during the previous state of emergencies, crime remains a challenge throughout the country," the advisory said.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
With the world feeling so uncertain, stocks that deliver solid dividends and growth without getting caught up in the market’s violent ups and downs look pretty appealing.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
When the news of the failed mission reached Hitler, he launched into a violent tirade.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
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