He is nailed to start, on penalties and is the clear talisman for Wolves, who have improved over the last few matches.
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Abdul Rehman,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
There’s a real sense in Brussels that this opening is also a talisman for the city, which is too often passed over by travelers in favor of Paris or Amsterdam—both less than two hours away by train.
In Daredevil: Born Again, de los Reyes can be seen in multiple episodes as Hector Ayala, a martial arts master who draws powers from magical Jade Tiger amulets and suits up as a vigilante known as White Tiger.
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Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
28 Feb. 2025
Ancient Egyptian amulet discovered by 12-year-old girl while hiking on family trip
During a family trip near an archaeological site in Hod Hasharon, Israel, Dafna Filshteiner discovered an ancient amulet dating back approximately 3,500 years.
Known as a phylactery, this type of amulet served as a kind of container to hold objects believed to be imbued with magical properties that were intended to protect the wearer.
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Tim Ryan,
Newsweek,
18 Dec. 2024
Under the chin was the amulet, also known as a phylactery, likely worn around the person's neck.
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