Brian

American

[brahy-uhn] / ˈbraɪ ən /

noun

a male given name.

Brian British

/ ˈbraɪən /

noun

Havergal (ˈhævəɡəl). 1876–1972, English composer, who wrote 32 symphonies, including the large-scale Gothic Symphony (1919–27)

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“I’m proud to have played a small part in helping safeguard such a beloved institution that has enriched Los Angeles for decades,” says Brian Mikail of Capstone Equities, which rents the space to the troupe.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“For us, there’s still a lot more good than bad,” said Brian Mulberry, chief market strategist at Zacks Investment Management.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Brian Summerson, an Essential Needs customer, described the charity as a "life saver".

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Morgan analyst Brian Essex was similarly optimistic about the collaboration, saying in a note that it would help accelerate the development of security platforms.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Brian Hanrahan reported that only the Sea Harriers’ counterattack prevented an outright catastrophe.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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