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Philippines' Catholic devotees nailed to crosses to re-enact crucifixion: Catholic devotees were nailed to crosses in sweltering heat north of the Philippines ...
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Quick Glance: Philippine Devotees Experience Crucifixion Re-Enactment
- In sweltering heat north of the Philippines capital Manila, Catholic followers were nailed to crosses on Good Friday to re-enact the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
- Approximately 20,000 Filipino and foreign visitors gathered in San Pedro Cutud in Pampanga province to witness this annual display of dedication, which is not endorsed by the Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines.
- These crucifixions represented the most extreme manifestation of faith in the Philippines, where around 80% of its over 110 million inhabitants identify as Roman Catholics.
- During Holy Week, certain believers whip themselves with bamboo lashes, viewing it as a form of penance to cleanse their sins, heal illnesses, and receive blessings. The Catholic Church opposes such practices, asserting that prayers and genuine repentance suffice to observe Lent.
South Africa Bus Crash Kills 45, but 8-Year-old Survives: The bus, which was carrying people from Botswana to an Easter weekend pilgrimage in South Africa ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/28/world/africa/south-africa-bus-crash.html
Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
- A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.
- The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.
- The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.
- South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
Baltimore bridge collapse: What warnings preceded the ship's crash?: Less than a minute before Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed from the impact of ...
reuters.com/world/us/baltimore-radio-dispatch-stop-bridge-traffic-may-have-saved-lives-2024-03-28/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Tributes to mother and daughters who died in Mayo crash: Tributes have been paid to the mother and two daughters who died in a traffic collision in Co Mayo ...
rte.ie/news/connacht/2024/0327/1440178-mayo-crash/
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy raises $1.5M for family of slain cop Jonathan Diller
nypost.com/2024/03/28/us-news/barstool-sports-founder-dave-portnoy-raises-1-5m-for-family-of-slain-cop-jonathan-diller/
Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
- Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.
- Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.
- The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.
- The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
I’m Serious: Drive to the Airport for the People You Love: Picking up and dropping off the people you care about is a hassle—and worth it.
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/holiday-airport-pickup-dropoff-traffic-d517babd
510,000 travellers used Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints on Mar 28, highest in a single day
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/510000-woodlands-tuas-checkpoints-singapore-malaysia-good-friday-4230131
Some schools advise students to wear PE attire amid blistering heat: Maximum daily temperatures are expected to be around 34 deg C and 35 deg C until the end of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/some-schools-advise-students-to-wear-pe-attire-amid-blistering-heat
Ramadan in UAE: Standing by traffic lights, Dubai Police officers skip every iftar with family to serve drivers - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Ramadan in Dubai: Police Officers Sacrifice Every Iftar with Family to Serve Drivers
- Two Dubai Police officers are seen standing at busy intersections during Ramadan, sacrificing their precious iftar time with family to serve the community.
- Capt Khaled Al Hashemi and Lt-Col Abdul Rahman Obaid Al Falasi hand out meal boxes to drivers once the traffic signal turns red.
- These officers not only ensure public safety during the iftar rush but also bring joy and comfort to individuals amidst their busy schedules.
- Participation in the 'Ramadan Without Accidents' initiative involves partnerships with charitable societies and the support of numerous volunteers to create a safer Ramadan for all.
Barbara Brotman: Snowbirding spares me the torturous trials of Chicago traffic: As a newbie snowbirder in southern Arizona, I have discovered an amazing ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/21/opinion-chicago-traffic-stress-snowbirding-arizona-open-road/
13-year-old boy sole survivor of car crash that wiped out his family: A 13-year-old boy was the only survivor of a crash that killed his parents and his two ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-28-13-year-old-boy-sole-survivor-of-car-crash-that-wiped-out-his-family/
This is why ocean temperatures are breaking all records: Ocean temperatures have risen dramatically worldwide since March 2023. Two unexpected effects are ...
spektrum.de/news/rueckkopplungen-liessen-meerestemperaturen-alle-rekorde-brechen/2212078
Watch: 4 horrific multi-vehicle crashes after car stops in the middle of UAE road - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Horrific Multi-Vehicle Crashes on UAE Road
- Abu Dhabi Police regularly share videos to showcase the dangers of violating traffic laws and resulting severe accidents.
- In a 45-second clip, four separate incidents were shown where drivers illegally stopped on the road, leading to horrific multi-car collisions.
- Surveillance footage showed other cars attempting to avoid collisions and change lanes but could not stop due to the high-speed limit on the highway and crashed into the vehicle or other passing cars.
- The Police emphasized that stopping in the middle of the road can incur fines, points, irreparable vehicle damage, and fatal consequences.
'Didn't do it for reward': Delivery rider honoured by RTA recalls why he stopped to fix traffic light - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Delivery Rider Honoured by RTA for Heroic Intervention
- Zeeshan Ahmad was caught on camera addressing the broken traffic light.
- Zeeshan Ahmad, a Talabat delivery rider, was honored by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) for his swift action and civic responsibility.
- Zeeshan was recognized for his prompt response and dedication to the community by fixing a dangerously hanging traffic light on Al Wasl Street.
- Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the RTA Board of Directors, commended Zeeshan Ahmad for his proactive support.
Major £78m overhaul of M6 junction 10 finally complete: A major road overhaul of M6 junction 10 is finally finished as the final temporary traffic measures in ...
expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/wolverhampton/2024/03/28/major-78m-overhaul-of-m6-junction-10-finally-complete/
Audio Reveals How Police Quickly Closed the Bridge Ahead of Crash: Officers immediately moved to keep cars off a bridge in Baltimore after a mayday from the ship ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/us/baltimore-key-bridge-mayday-call-radio.html
M5 'carmageddon' warning as 14 million Easter trips planned: The M5 southbound between Bristol and Taunton has been highlighted as a particularly busy route and ...
devonlive.com/news/devon-news/m5-traffic-carmageddon-warning-14-9185772
Michael Beasley says Bam Adebayo is the only player in the NBA who’s beat him in a 1 on 1.
“That’s the only n**** that beat me… Y’all don’t know how good Bam ... Show more
'Three beautiful, kind ladies gone in moment': Tributes have been paid to the mother and her two daughters who died in a road traffic collision near ...
rte.ie/news/ireland/2024/0328/1440406-mayo-crash-tributes/
Muscat expressway to have 12 lanes, set to become Oman’s widest road: Tender floated to ease traffic congestion with the expressway to have additional three ...
cdn-3.timesofoman.com/article/143487-muscat-expressway-to-have-12-lanes-set-to-become-omans-widest-road
21 motorcyclists arrested, 70 summonses issued in enforcement blitz near Woodlands Checkpoint
straitstimes.com/singapore/21-motorcyclists-arrested-70-summonses-issued-in-enforcement-blitz-near-woodlands-checkpoint
At least 10 ships bound for Baltimore drop anchor after traffic stopped, shipping data
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Baltimore cruise routes unclear after bridge collapse suspends port traffic: The next cruise is scheduled to depart Baltimore on Sunday, but it’s unclear how it ...
washingtonpost.com/travel/2024/03/26/cruises-baltimore-port-bridge-collapse/
Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: One body recovered from river, 6 still missing: The missing are believed to be part of a construction crew who were conducting ...
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/baltimore-key-bridge-collapse-one-body-recovered-from-river-says-official
Transit officials approve New York City traffic congestion fee: The base toll would be $15 for passenger cars.
abcnews.go.com/General/transit-officials-approve-new-york-city-traffic-congestion/story
Singer Cyndi Wang stuck in traffic on her way to Genting: ‘It is like being in a carpark’
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singer-cyndi-wang-stuck-in-traffic-on-her-way-to-genting-it-is-like-being-in-a-carpark
We have Wayne Brown’s texts to the boss of AT. They’re exactly what you’d expect: 'WTF is this?' wrote Wayne Brown on September 14 last year ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/27-03-2024/we-have-wayne-browns-texts-to-the-boss-of-at-theyre-exactly-what-youd-expect
Very heavy traffic expected at Woodlands, Tuas checkpoints from March 28 to April 14: ICA
straitstimes.com/singapore/very-heavy-traffic-expected-at-woodlands-tuas-checkpoints-from-march-28-to-april-14-ica
Driver ignores bridge closure signs and crashes car in 50mph winds: The motorist tried to drive across the M48 Severn Bridge despite it being closed and learnt a ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/driver-ignores-bridge-closure-signs-9196105
Extreme heat at work can double stillbirth risk, India study finds: Women in India are found to be twice as likely to lose babies if they are working in hot ...
bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-68575943
Former US President Donald Trump is planning to attend the wake on Thursday for a New York Police Department officer who was gunned down during a traffic stop ... Show more
The ‘Taylor Swift effect’ aims to provide water during Brazil's deadly heat waves
apnews.com/article/brazil-water-taylor-swift-climate-change-17d812e79f4082bcfc4dfac5ef0f212c
45-year-old motorcyclist dies after crashing into lorry in Tuas: A 25-year-old male lorry driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death.
straitstimes.com/singapore/45-year-old-motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-lorry-in-tuas
Ramadan 2024: Dubai Police distribute over 71,000 iftar meals in first week - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/ramadan-2024-dubai-police-distribute-over-71000-iftar-meals-in-first-week
Quick Glance: Dubai Police Provide Over 71,000 Iftar Meals to Drivers for 'Ramadan Safety'
- During Ramadan, Dubai Police distributed more than 71,000 Iftar meals to drivers to enhance road safety.
- These efforts were announced in collaboration with various organizations such as the Traffic Department, Human Rights Department, and the Red Crescent.
- The initiative aims to reduce the surge in traffic accidents before Iftar, often caused by reckless driving behaviors.
- At busy intersections, meals are handed out by traffic officers, volunteers, and participating entities to ensure safety and raise awareness.
Air ambulance and emergency services rush to St Budeaux crash: Eyewitnesses have reported that Victoria Road has been closed by Devon and Cornwall Police
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/st-budeaux-crash-updates-air-9185941
New York City officer killed during traffic stop shootout, first cop slaying for city in 2 years
nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nypd-shooting-cop-killed-queens/5260607
Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Choa Chu Kang on March 24: Before this, the highest temperature of 2024 was 36 deg C, recorded on Sentosa on ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/mercury-rising-2024-high-of-363-deg-c-recorded-in-choa-chu-kang-on-march-24
Is our love affair with Huy Fong cooling? Sriracha lovers say the sauce has lost its heat
usatoday.com/story/money/2024/03/28/hot-sauce-sriracha-huy-fong-heat/73119047007/
You too might be in the new Hulu ‘Freaknik’ documentary: Hulu premieres documentary "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" covering the entire history of ...
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Downtown Portland’s office vacancy rate is highest in the nation, report says: Portland’s central city’s office vacancy rate reached 30.2% by the end of 2023.
oregonlive.com/business/2024/03/downtown-portlands-office-vacancy-rate-is-highest-in-the-nation-report-says.html
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Baltimore's weary commuters face traffic nightmare after bridge collapse: Traffic snarled across Baltimore on Tuesday after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key ...
reuters.com/world/us/baltimores-weary-commuters-face-traffic-nightmare-after-bridge-collapse-2024-03-26/
Southbound Interstate 5 in Portland closes for emergency repair: Traffic will be diverted to Interstate 405, likely until midnight.
oregonlive.com/commuting/2024/03/southbound-interstate-5-in-portland-closes-for-emergency-repair.html
Hong Kong swelters in record March heat after coolest start in eight years: HONG KONG: Hong Kong temperatures climbed to above 31 degrees Celsius this week ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/hong-kong-hot-weather-record-march-heat-after-coolest-start-8-years-4221836
Quick Glance: Unusual Heat in Hong Kong Following Cool March Start
- This week, temperatures in Hong Kong rose to above 31 degrees Celsius, a record for March and just a week after the financial hub experienced its coldest start in the past eight years.
- According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the 31.5 degrees Celsius recorded on Sunday was the highest ever in March since recording began in 1884.
- The record heat comes only a week after the Chinese special administrative region had an unusually cold start to the month with temperatures around 16 degrees Celsius.
- The observatory predicts that temperatures will slightly decrease on Wednesday to a low of 21 degrees Celsius.
Heat records keep puzzling, alarming scientists in 2024. Here's what to know.: January and February were the warmest on record for the respective months of the ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/23/heat-records-broken-in-2024-list/72953026007/
Roads That Charge While You Drive: Can This Fuel a Future for EVs?: Electreon, running pilot projects in the U.S. and elsewhere, says the technology can address ...
wsj.com/business/autos/ev-charging-roads-0ca41ede
Tips for navigating big crowds, traffic and other potential mishaps during April's total solar eclipse
pbs.org/newshour/science/tips-for-navigating-big-crowds-traffic-and-other-potential-mishaps-during-aprils-total-solar-eclipse
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into lorry in Tuas: The 30-year-old man was conscious when taken to hospital but later succumbed to his injuries.
straitstimes.com/singapore/motorcyclist-dies-after-crashing-into-lorry-in-tuas
UN sounds 'Red Alert' as world smashes heat records in 2023: Every major global climate record was broken last year and 2024 could be worse ...
reuters.com/business/environment/un-sounds-red-alert-world-smashes-heat-records-2023-2024-03-19/
Quick Glance: UN Issues Climate Change Warning After Record Heat and Ice Melt
- The UN weather agency is raising the alarm about climate change, warning that global efforts to reverse the trend have been inadequate.
- The 1.5-degree limit of the Paris Climate Agreement is at risk as the average temperature from March 2023 to February 2024 exceeded this threshold.
- In 2023, over 90% of ocean waters experienced heat wave conditions at least once, glaciers lost record amounts of ice, and Antarctic sea ice reached its lowest level.
- Despite the alarming news, there is a glimmer of hope as renewable energy capacity has significantly increased, and calls for more climate action are growing.
Ship strikes Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge causing partial collapse, Maryland officials say
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Watch: Escaped ostrich runs loose in South Korea: The bird was seen running down the streets of Seongnam before it was captured and returned to a zoo.
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South Sudan shutters all schools as it prepares for an extreme heat wave: South Sudan is shutting all its schools and warning of an extreme heat wave that's ...
apnews.com/article/south-sudan-schools-closed-heat-wave-b52d535e3ee7284b2832c0cfd14b1167
9-year-old boy leads California police on short chase : Police in Northern California briefly chased a Volkswagen that sped away during a traffic incident ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/9-year-old-boy-leads-california-police-short-chase-rcna145567
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Puts The Kung Fu Grip On Sandworm With $30M Second Weekend — Sunday AM Update
deadline.com/2024/03/box-office-kung-fu-panda-4-dune-part-two-arthur-the-king-1235859800/
Christian Streich: His farewell words from SC Freiburg in the video: Christian Streich is leaving SC Freiburg at the end of the season. And everything that ...
11freunde.de/artikel/christian-streich-seine-abschiedsworte-vom-sc-freiburg-im-video/10553884
Several arrested for traffic violations in Oman I Times of Oman: According to ROP
timesofoman.com/article/143640-several-arrested-for-traffic-violations-in-oman
Police Officer Is Killed During a Traffic Stop in Queens: The authorities arrived in the Far Rockaway neighborhood at about 6 p.m. and found the police officer ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/nyregion/police-officer-killed-traffic-stop-queens.html
M5 chaos sparked by three mischief-making goats: The farmyard animals were successfully taken away - far away - from the M5, where they stopped traffic for an ...
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/m5-chaos-sparked-three-mischief-9188410
New York police officer fatally shot during traffic stop: A man inside the vehicle opened fire as officers approached.
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/03/new-york-police-officer-fatally-shot-during-traffic-stop.html
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The heat index—how hot it feels—is rising faster than temperature: Study: Texans have long endured scorching summer temperatures, so a global warming increase of ...
phys.org/news/2024-03-index-hot-faster-temperature.html
Thriving community pub 'serving fantastic real ales' is given top award: A regional branch of Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has announced its 'Gold Pub of ...
expressandstar.com/news/business/2024/03/18/thriving-community-pub-serving-fantastic-real-ales-is-given-top-award/
Live updates as police put up town centre cordon: Officers are currently on the scene in Newcastle
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/live-updates-police-put-up-9187525
Cold water swimming: From the desert to Welsh mountains: How an Egyptian's dream of living near Welsh mountains led to a cold water swimming "addiction".
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68546796
'Major step forward' in reopening Doncaster Sheffield airport: Complex talks have been underway
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Extreme Heat Wave Pushes South Sudan to Close Schools: Climate change already worsened floods and droughts in the young nation. Now, soaring temperatures are ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/world/africa/extreme-heat-south-sudan-schools-climate.html
Some say Hollywood Boulevard renovation could signal a new era: Plans are underway to revamp 3.6 miles of Hollywood Boulevard, eliminating two traffic lanes ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-21/hollywood-boulevard-renovation
Beauty spot forest cottage for sale for first time in 50 years in pictures: Bewdley 'magical' cottage in Wyre Forest going to auction on Wednesday ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/gallery/beauty-spot-forest-cottage-near-28850428
California wants to protect indoor workers from heat. That goal is now in limbo: The state was on the cusp of making new rules to protect people who work in ...
npr.org/2024/03/23/1239775435/california-wants-to-protect-indoor-workers-from-heat-that-goal-is-now-limbo
UAE: Several drivers arrested for racing on road, causing accident in Fujairah - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-several-drivers-arrested-for-racing-on-road-causing-accident-in-fujairah
Baltimore bridge collapse: Companies are scrambling to reroute cargo: The stunning collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge is diverting shipping and ...
apnews.com/article/baltimore-bridge-collapse-shipping-disruptions-12a611fc5dece0124a6cc3b7772a34c6
Manhattan to be traffic hell Thursday as Biden, Obama and Clinton hit town for record $25M Radio City fundraiser
nypost.com/2024/03/28/us-news/manhattan-to-be-traffic-hell-thursday-so-biden-can-raise-record-25-million-at-radio-city-fundraiser/
Quick Glance: Fundraising Gala: Obama and Clinton Boost Biden's Campaign
- Obama, Clinton, and Biden raise 25 million dollars at fundraising gala in New York.
- Discussion on politics, democracy, and climate change with show performances.
- Biden needs momentum in campaign due to age and reservations.
- Trump contrasts with memorial service and fundraising efforts for campaign.
Migrant kids — some who look no older than 5 — hawking water bottles on dangerous NYC roads with no adult supervision
nypost.com/2024/03/23/us-news/migrant-kids-peddling-on-dangerous-queens-roads-alone/
Mudanças no mercado brasileiro em meio a consolidações e reestruturações: As maiores companhias aéreas do Brasil estão a trabalhar na consolidação e ...
aviationweek.com/air-transport/airlines-lessors/brazilian-market-shifts-amid-consolidation-restructuring
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Russian missile attack cut power to Ukraine’s Kharkiv: Mayor: A Russian missile attack has “completely” cut off the electricity and heat supply to Ukraine’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/03/22/Russian-missile-strikes-damage-power-supply-in-Ukraine-s-Kharkiv
Damage to undersea cables is disrupting internet access across Africa: The continent is wedged between two cable-hazard hotspots
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Claudia Winkleman emotional as she signs off final BBC radio show: Claudia Winkleman grew emotional as she hosted the final episode of her radio show - with a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/23/claudia-winkleman-emotional-signs-off-final-bbc-radio-show-20517973/
Ducati win on debut in Italian Motocross Championship: The Ducati Desmo450 MX prototype represents the first step in a project that will see the birth of a ...
mcnews.com.au/ducati-win-on-debut-in-italian-motocross-championship/
The 11 Best Hair Diffusers For Curly Hair In 2024, According To Hairstylists: Editors and a stylist reviewed the 11 best hair diffusers to find ones that deliver ...
womenshealthmag.com/beauty/g42640699/best-hair-diffusers-for-curly-hair/
5 best places for fish and chips in Worcestershire: Here are all the best places in Worcestershire to get fish chips, according to TripAdvisor.
malverngazette.co.uk/news/24220121.5-best-places-fish-chips-worcestershire/
This Viral Hair Tool From TikTok Is Finally Back In Stock (For Now): Reviewers claim the Wavytalk thermal brush is one of the best ways to get a big ...
huffpost.com/entry/wavytalk-thermal-brush-tiktok_l_660303d3e4b036d51fa22c5f
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