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Chadwell Heath man Hamza Alam shared terrorist propaganda: A man from Chadwell Heath has been convicted of encouraging terrorism through TikTok after he posted ...
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Block ISIS supporter's West Bank wedding trip, feds argue in escalation of terror case
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UK Watchdog Doubles Down on Name and Shame Plan After Criticism: The UK’s financial watchdog pushed back against criticism of its plan to name firms it’s ...
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Advisers tailor their services as women grow richer : With female clients controlling a bigger share of global wealth, managers are doing more to address their ...
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Fiona Beal admits murdering and burying partner in Northampton: Fiona Beal sent messages to Nicholas Billingham's friends using his mobile phone, a trial hears.
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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book: NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book ...
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How a cheery female resistance squad saved RAF pilots from the Nazis: Unseen footage reveals the bravery of Andrée de Jongh and her network of young women who ...
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Pet Shop Boys singer Neil Tennant says Taylor Swift doesn’t have any ‘famous songs’
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Alphabet set to surge past $2tn valuation as search giant announces first dividend
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'I'm 73 and my toy boy is 34 years younger - sex is great and he does my chores': A 73-year-old woman has revealed how she fell head over heels for a man 1 ...
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Controversial deportation regulation: Sunak's Rwanda policy apparently drives migrants to Ireland
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Sacha Baron Cohen claims victory after Rebel Wilson redactions: Several paragraphs of the actress’s memoir are blacked out for UK readers
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Quick Glance: Rebel Wilson's Memoir Published in UK with Redacted Passages
- The UK edition of Australian actor Rebel Wilson's memoir will be published with redacted passages concerning her experience on set with Sacha Baron Cohen.
- HarperCollins mentioned that they have blacked out part of a page in the UK edition along with other small sections for legal reasons.
- Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, is set to be released in the UK this week following its earlier release in the US.
- Baron Cohen's representatives rejected the allegations of bad behavior on set and applauded the removal of Wilson's defamatory claims from the UK edition of the book.
UK Insolvencies Fall Back After Hitting Three-Decade High: The number of English and Welsh companies going bust stabilized in the first quarter after hitting a ...
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Gaza protests in the US are expanding: They are targeted and well organized: The student protests in the USA are expanding and are becoming increasingly better ...
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I’m a leftie, he likes Priti Patel: how I fell for my Tory boy: Can you make a relationship work when you’re on opposite sides of the political divide? Yes ...
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Trevor Francis leaves £1.9million in will but his sons won't receive a penny: Former England international striker and Crystal Palace manager Trevor Francis ...
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UK charges man with hostile activity to benefit Russia: Four others have also been charged in connection with the case
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Academics at UK universities face vetting to counter Chinese spies: MI5 review finds that national security is at risk because hostile states are attempting to ...
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Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse
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U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%: U.S. economic growth slowed in the first part of the year, falling short of economists’ expectations.
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Quick Glance: Unlikelihood of Fed Rate Cut Before Elections Disrupts Markets
- Investors cast doubt on a Fed rate cut before September.
- Expectations are now fully priced in for a rate cut on November 6-7.
- The shift in market expectations stemmed from inflation and growth data.
- There is now an estimated 75 percent likelihood of a Fed rate cut by September.
UK agriculture department slammed for paper pushing despite tech splurges: Defra is counting contractors like sheep
theregister.com/2024/04/26/defra_pac_legacy_tech/
What do we know about UK's largest bronze age find at Must Farm : An exhibition showcasing many of its finds is opening in Peterborough, close to where it was ...
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Why Do Millennials Feel Compelled To Write 'Lol' After Everything?: "I’ve transitioned to ‘haha’ instead of ‘lol’ because I read that 'lol' is millennial-coded."
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US Says Australia, UK Don’t Yet Meet Pacific Accord Requirements: Australia and the UK don’t yet meet arms export standards required for the Aukus partnership ...
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Councillor feared being killed in row over birds’ nests: Owner of Leeds East airport attacked parish council chairman in quiet village
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Captain Tom Moore’s daughter puts his home up for sale for £2.25m: The listing comes less than three months after the demolition of an unauthorised spa pool ...
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UK spending watchdog should probe Teesside freeport project, say MPs: Michael Gove urged to instruct the NAO to investigate concerns raised by review of flagship ...
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No one will miss Avanti – Labour’s train plans make perfect sense: We care deeply about being able to travel by train, on time, in comfort and for a reasonable ...
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UK businesses to suffer if TikTok banned in the US: UK businesses using TikTok say they could see a significant drop in sales if the app is banned in the US.
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Bully dog found beheaded and burnt near child's playground in London: A Bully dog was discovered beheaded, cut into pieces and burnt at a park in Tottenham ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/25/bully-dog-found-beheaded-burnt-near-childs-playground-london-20718940/
Micron secures $13bn in US support to expand chipmaking capacity: Idaho-based memory chipmaker is latest beneficiary of funding from 2022 Chips Act
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Make Shopping Fun Again: Julian Harris: Grocery shopping — you either love it or hate it.
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Quick Glance: Innovative Advertising Strategies on Reddit
- Reddit recently introduced an innovative ad format aimed at selling products to Reddit users.
- Through Reddit's Dynamic Product Ads, users are automatically shown ads based on their previous interactions with products on the advertiser's website or on Reddit.
- In a blog post, Reddit emphasized its clear focus on ad sales and the natural commercial aspect of the Reddit community.
- The introduction of Dynamic Product Ads is a step in Reddit's strategy to expand its advertising business and drive growth.
Commodity prices could keep inflation high, warns World Bank: Sharp falls in commodities are unlikely to continue, says lender, making it harder for central ...
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US births retreat after pandemic-era growth: The number of births in the United States fell by 2% in 2023 from the previous year, driven in part by a marked ...
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Quick Glance: Decline in US Births, Teen Births at Record Low: CDC
- The overall number of births in the United States dropped in 2023 as teenage births reached a record low, according to new provisional federal data published early Thursday.
- Between 2015 and 2020, there was an average decrease in the number of births by 2% per year, including a 4% decline from 2019 to 2020.
- There was a slight increase in births by 1% from 2020 to 2021, and the number remained generally stable from 2021 to 2022, according to the report.
England and Scotland: Two million Brits report Long Covid symptoms: Since the start of the corona pandemic, the number of long-term sick people in Great Britain ...
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‘I’ll be happy on the UK state pension in Italy, a glass of wine is just £2.50’: Linda Winter sold her £250,000 property in Plymouth and bought a 15th-century ...
inews.co.uk/news/world/happy-uk-state-pension-italy-3015869
The Middle East has a militia problem: More than a quarter of the region’s 400m people live in states dominated by armed groups
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/25/the-middle-east-has-a-militia-problem
Two horses which bolted through central London in a 'serious condition'
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As Biden, Sunak pledge more cruise missiles for Ukraine, Germany’s Scholz adamant on Taurus refusal
politico.eu/article/joe-biden-rishi-sunak-olaf-scholz-ukraine-taurus-missiles/
Kate Garraway goes 'missing' from Good Morning Britain as she's replaced: Good Morning Britain viewers were left puzzled today as Kate Garraway failed to appear ...
mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/kate-garraway-goes-missing-itv-32666715
How Wind Power Is Taking Over the UK Power Grid: The UK’s power grid is off to its greenest start ever this year.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/how-wind-power-is-taking-over-the-uk-power-grid
Handbags and China demand boost sales at Hermès : Maker of Birkin bags beats expectations with strong demand for leather goods and jewellery as it defies luxury ...
ft.com/content/75033288-8e69-42e1-b4cf-5457a9c129a9
Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit
apnews.com/article/shooting-chicago-police-investigation-3d075a6dc4bc8fa3535d8dd2340446f7
Nestlé hit by slowing frozen pizza sales in North America: US consumers’ changing habits in response to high prices takes toll on demand
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'Newest berth holder' Swan Jovi builds nest at Torquay Marina : The swan, nicknamed Swan Jovi, has laid four eggs since building the nest.
itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-04-25/im-amazed-swan-builds-nest-on-jet-ski-pod-in-marina
Freezing nights to come before Arctic air moves away from UK over weekend: The Met Office said temperatures in parts of northern England and Scotland could ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-24/freezing-nights-to-come-before-arctic-air-moves-away-from-uk-over-weekend
UK insurers told to keep motor charges 'reasonable' after backlash: The Association of British Insurers (ABI) told its members on Thursday to keep monthly ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-insurers-told-keep-motor-charges-reasonable-after-backlash-2024-04-24/
UK car output falls in March as EV-transition gears up, says industry body: Britain's car production fell 27.1% year-on-year in March as manufacturers wound down ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/uk-car-output-falls-march-ev-transition-gears-up-says-industry-body-2024-04-24/
Iranians decry 'double standard' after Khamenei's favourite cleric 'insults' Prophet Muhammad
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Pakistan, Iran to Enhance Efforts at a ‘United Front’ Against Afghanistan-based Militants
thediplomat.com/2024/04/pakistan-iran-to-enhance-efforts-at-a-united-front-against-afghanistan-based-militants/
2 so-called senior members of terrorist Daesh caught in N.Syria: Turkish intelligence operation leads to apprehension of so-called financial chief ...
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Sudan's Civil War Is Rooted in Its Historical Favouritism of Arab and Islamic Identity
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ANALYSIS: Boko Haram factions fight each other, leave Islamic State worried: In its quest to expand beyond north-east Nigeria, clashes between the JAS and ISWAP ...
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Gloves off in Congress-Left fight in Kerala, BJP very much in the ring: CPI(M) raised CAA issue to attack Cong ‘silence’, as the latter accused the Left of ...
indianexpress.com/article/political-pulse/gloves-off-congress-left-fight-kerala-bjp-in-the-ring-9290530/
Turkish police capture 2,991 Daesh terror suspects over past 10 months: 'Between June 1, 2023, and April 22, 2024, Turkish security forces carried out a total ...
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Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Two horses seen galloping on the loose through central London: ITV News crews filmed two horses - who appeared to be on the loose - on Wednesday.
itv.com/news/london/2024-04-24/two-horses-seen-galloping-on-the-loose-through-central-london
Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Seizing Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for the reconstruction ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Michael O’Leary says he’d ‘happily’ offer UK deportation flights to Rwanda: The Ryanair boss said he would ‘quote for the business’ from the UK government if it ...
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Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
Almost Half of UK Tax Collectors Miss Target to Work in Office: Almost half of Britain’s tax collectors are failing to meet the government department’s ...
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Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and of entering the UK illegally, police said.
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StanChart Tells Clients Craving Oil, Copper to Beware Inflation: Some Standard Chartered Plc clients are increasingly favoring tangible assets like copper and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/stanchart-tells-clients-craving-oil-copper-to-beware-inflation
Google can’t quit third-party cookies—delays shut down for a third time: Google says UK regulator testing means the advertising tech will last until 2025.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/google-delays-third-party-cookie-death-again-now-scheduled-for-2025/
Kensington Palace releases photo to celebrate Prince Louis' sixth birthday: The photo was taken by his mother, Kate, in the days running up to the prince's ...
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
apnews.com/article/jobs-employers-noncompete-agreements-economy-pay-4d7b3eb8e143cfd52025c7f2f5259fc4
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/24/two-people-charged-dine-dash-spree-wales-20709589/
Fintech firm Revolut plans to hire 1,500 staff by end of year: British fintech company Revolut has added nearly 2,000 employees since the start of 2024 and plans ...
reuters.com/business/finance/fintech-firm-revolut-plans-hire-1500-staff-by-end-year-2024-04-24/
Frank Field, Labour MP and peer, dies aged 81: Former minister revealed last year that prostate cancer had spread to his jaw
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Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Sam Smith's latest kooky outfit compared to a hairdresser's cape: Sam Smith baffles fans while out in New York as they rock an all black look reminiscent of a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/24/sam-smiths-latest-kooky-outfit-compared-a-hairdressers-cape-20710828/
Who was St George? The irony behind England's patron saint: Today (23 April) marks St George’s Day – a day to celebrate the Christian martyr who became the ...
indy100.com/news/who-was-st-george
Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London discuss migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/abschieben-nach-ruanda-oder-albanien-rom-und-london-besprechen-migrationspolitik
Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration
- The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.
- Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.
- The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.
- Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.
FTSE 100 extends record run on earnings optimism: Britain's FTSE 100 index extended its record run on Wednesday as a strong earnings update from Reckitt ...
reuters.com/world/uk/ftse-100-extends-record-run-earnings-optimism-2024-04-24/
Couple who left dog to die while holidaying at Center Parcs dodge jail: Sophie Singer, 41, and Keith Byrne, 38, let their boxer dog Bentley starve and suffer for ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/couple-left-dog-die-holidaying-centre-parcs-dodge-jail-20704422/
Post-Brexit Food Checks Will Be ‘Light-Touch,’ UK Minister Says: The UK will enforce “light-touch” post-Brexit checks on food and plant products beginning later ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/post-brexit-food-checks-will-be-light-touch-uk-minister-says
Britain to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030: Rishi Sunak is expected to say he will increase the UK military budget every year ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
UK Boosts Borrowing to Cover Deficit, Curbing Tax Cut Hopes: The UK boosted its borrowing plans after the government’s budget shortfall overshot forecasts ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/uk-budget-deficit-overshoots-in-setback-for-hunt-s-tax-cut-plans
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