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Russia ramps up anti-LGBTQ2 law, moves to ban sharing of same-sex ‘propaganda’: Should the bill pass, it would be illegal for people in Russia to endorse ...
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censorship: Russia moves to ban ‘LGBT propaganda’ among all ages: Oct 27 (Reuters) - Russian lawmakers backed a bill on Thursday that would expand an existing ...
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Russia ramps up anti-LGBTQ2 law, moves to ban sharing of same-sex ‘propaganda’: Should the bill pass, it would be illegal for people in Russia to endorse ...
globalnews.ca/news/9230605/russia-anti-lgbtq-law-propaganda/
censorship: Russia moves to ban ‘LGBT propaganda’ among all ages: Oct 27 (Reuters) - Russian lawmakers backed a bill on Thursday that would expand an existing ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2022-10-27-russia-moves-to-ban-lgbt-propaganda-among-all-ages/
Tennessee lawmakers approve bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care
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Quick Glance: Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Adults Aiding Minors in Gender-Affirming Care
- Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse approved a bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
- The bill closely resembles language from an anti-abortion trafficking proposal approved by Tennessee Republican lawmakers the day before.
- Critics caution about the broad application of the law, ranging from discussing care options with adolescents to aiding in travel to states with looser gender-affirming care restrictions.
- Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws than any other state since 2015, as identified by the Human Rights Campaign, calling it a staggering assault on their constituents.
Wiesbaden now has a rainbow roundabout: After a zebra crossing was redesigned (and later defaced) last year, Wiesbaden now also has a rainbow-colored traffic ...
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Biden administration expands protections for LGBTQ+ students: The Biden administration's transgender sports rule still hangs in the balance.
axios.com/2024/04/19/biden-lgbtq-title-ix-changes-rules-protection-trans
Quick Glance: Biden Administration Expands Title IX Protection for LGBTQ Students, Assault Victims
- The Biden administration released rules that protect the rights of LGBTQ students and change how schools can respond to allegations of sexual assault and misconduct.
- The Education Department updated Title IX, the 1972 law prohibiting sex discrimination in school programs, with the changes set to take effect on August 1.
- The new rules eliminate in-person court-like proceedings for sexual assault allegations, broaden the definition of sexual harassment, and officially expand Title IX interpretation to cover pregnant, gay, and transgender students.
- These changes have sparked mixed reviews and controversy, with supporters praising the increased safety for students while critics argue that the new regulations infringe on due process rights and expressive freedoms.
‘There are kids … who’d rather be dead than gay,’ says former NFL star Carl Nassib who was first active player to publicly identify sexuality
cnn.com/2024/04/26/sport/carl-nassib-2024-nfl-draft-lgbtq-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Carl Nassib Supports LGBTQ+ Youth at NFL Draft 2024
- Carl Nassib will announce the Cleveland Browns’ second round pick of the 2024 NFL Draft and continues his work to help the LGBTQ+ community.
- Nassib is the only NFL player to publicly identify as gay while active in the league.
- He emphasized the importance of supporting LGBTQ+ youth, stating that many would rather be dead than gay.
- Despite his football career, Nassib retired from the NFL and reflected on tough times and the significance of work ethic and perseverance.
Russia warns Europe: If you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt
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DeSantis: Florida ‘will not comply’ with new Biden Title IX rules: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said Thursday his state “will not comply” with recently unveiled ...
thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4621642-desantis-florida-will-not-comply-with-new-biden-title-ix-rules/
Date announced for first ever Cleveland Pride event : Cleveland Pride will take place in Saltburn on Sunday, July 7 and will be packed with a programme of ...
gazettelive.co.uk/whats-on/date-announced-first-ever-cleveland-29037550
United Methodist Church begins reorganization over LGBTQ+ issues : The United Methodist Church has voted to restructure itself in a way that could allow for ...
npr.org/2024/04/26/1247390905/united-methodist-church-umc-reorganization-lgbtq-same-sex-marriage-issues
Jill Biden calls Trump a 'bully' who is 'dangerous' to LGBTQ people: Jill Biden says former Republican President Donald Trump is a “bully” who is “dangerous” for ...
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Quick Glance: Jill Biden warns of Trump's danger to LGBTQ2S+ community
- Jill Biden warned LGBTQ2S+ voters against the re-election of Donald Trump, whom she labeled as a 'bully' and deemed dangerous to their community.
- She urged to fight against external forces working to undo the hard-won rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
- Voters in this demographic group overwhelmingly supported Biden in 2020, and their support is crucial for Biden's re-election.
- Jill Biden highlighted President Biden's achievements in LGBTQ2S+ rights and called for continued fight for freedom and equality.
The 10 best LGBTQ+ romance novels of the last five years: From 'Boyfriend Material' to 'Red, White & Royal Blue', we round up our 10 favorite LGBTQ+ romance ...
ew.com/books/10-best-lgbtq-romance-novels-of-the-last-five-years/
Biden administration reinstates LGBTQ+ protections in health care: Biden administration reinstates federal health care protections for LGBTQ+ patients that had ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/26/biden-lgbtq-health-care-protections/
More Deaths Confirmed in Kazakhstan, Russia As Devastating Floods Continue: Seven people have been found dead in Kazakhstan as floods caused by abrupt warm ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
After 6 Months In Russian Detention, RFE/RL Journalist Still Making Sense Of It All
rferl.org/a/russia-alsu-kurmasheva-six-months-detention-rferl-political-prisoner/32909516.html
Biden’s New Title IX Rules Add Campus Protections for LGBTQ+ Students: The new provisions are part of a revised Title IX regulation issued by the Education ...
time.com/6969160/bidens-new-title-ix-rules-protect-lgbtq-students/
Lesbian Herstory Archives has been documenting Sapphic history since 1974: The Lesbian Herstory Archives, the home of an LGBTQ history trove in Brooklyn ...
nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/lesbian-herstory-archives-documenting-sapphic-history-1974-rcna147883
Another Russian Scientist Working on Hypersonic Research Imprisoned: Since President Putin declared Russia was developing hypersonic weapons in 2018 ...
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White House Correspondents’ weekend kicks off with celebration of LGBTQ community
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4623867-white-house-correspondents-dinner-lgbtq-community-glaad/
The price is right Why Russia’s economy appears to be booming in the face of sanctions — Meduza
meduza.io/en/feature/2024/04/15/the-price-is-right
Iconic San Francisco LGBTQ bar, The Stud, reopens in a new location: After a four-year closure, an iconic San Francisco bar has a new home.
nbcbayarea.com/news/local/the-stud-san-francisco-oldest-lgbtq-bar-reopens/3516347
Maren Morris Silences Complaints Over Bringing Her Son To A Drag Show: The star talked about bringing her 4-year-old to an all-ages drag performance during an ...
huffpost.com/entry/maren-morris-defends-son-drag-show_n_661c1c02e4b0652fa84d87ec
Expanded so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education restrictions advance in Alabama : The bill aims to restrict discussions of gender identity or sexual orientation.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/expanded-called-dont-gay-education-restrictions-advance-alabama/story
House GOP targets nonprofit funding in changes to earmarks process: House Republicans on Thursday announced changes to the annual process in which members apply ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4621227-house-gop-targets-nonprofit-funding-earmarks-process/
Outrage as drag queen leads young kids in 'Free Palestine' chant: 'Wrong on every level'
nypost.com/2024/04/25/us-news/outrage-as-drag-queen-leads-kids-in-free-palestine-chant/
Furious LGBT Scottish Greens say party could leave Government over NHS puberty blockers pause
news.stv.tv/politics/furious-lgbt-scottish-greens-say-party-could-leave-government-over-nhs-puberty-blockers-pause
First Look: DC 2024 Pride Feature Beloved LGBTQ+ Characters: DC shows off interior artwork from its upcoming Pride anthology, featuring LGBTQ+ heroes like ...
cbr.com/dc-pride-2024-sneak-peak-lgbtq/
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Nathan Lane and George Takei Among Critics Choice Honorees at Celebration of LGBTQ+ Entertainment
thewrap.com/critics-choice-lgbtq-celebration-honorees/
Effort to ban LGBTQ+ pride flag in Tennessee schools falters: Tennessee Senate stops the measure.
axios.com/local/nashville/2024/04/25/bill-ban-lgbtq-pride-flag-tennessee-schools-ends
Lawsuit accuses Grindr of illegally sharing users' HIV status: LGBTQ+ dating app's maker previously denied selling sensitive user data
theregister.com/2024/04/22/class_action_suit_data_protection_uk_grindr/
Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
Encircle offered him a community as a young, queer Utahn. Now he’s paying it forward.
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2024/04/25/encircle-offered-him-community/
Seattle's LGBTQ Center and Kelley-Ross Pharmacy Develop New Gender-Affirming Care Program
thestranger.com/queer/2024/04/26/79486682/seattles-lgbtq-center-and-kelley-ross-pharmacy-develop-new-gender-affirming-care-program
How to Update Your Consumer Archetypes for Gender Inclusivity: Consumers who don’t see themselves in one brand will look to another.
adweek.com/creativity/how-to-update-your-consumer-archetypes-for-gender-inclusivity/
I had loads of old clothes after transitioning. I knew who to give them to: Transitioning transformed Jamie Lowe's mental health, but he still had old ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/21/loads-old-clothes-transitioning-knew-give-20672179/
A Political Party Contesting Just Ten Lok Sabha Seats In Maharashtra Has LGBTQIA Interests In Its Manifesto.| Countercurrents
countercurrents.org/2024/04/a-political-party-contesting-just-ten-lok-sabha-seats-in-maharashtra-has-lgbtqia-interests-in-its-manifesto/
What to know about United Methodists' first major meeting since its breakup over LGBTQ inclusion
pbs.org/newshour/nation/what-to-know-about-united-methodists-first-major-meeting-since-its-breakup-over-lgbtq-inclusion
LGBTQ+ rallies to be held across Canada, billed as largest since marriage equality
thestar.com/news/canada/lgbtq-rallies-to-be-held-across-canada-billed-as-largest-since-marriage-equality/article_114f4b0a-62b6-5af8-b380-653fde8289ee.html
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The best sci-fi movies on Hulu right now | Digital Trends: The best sci-fi movies on Hulu right now include War For the Planet of the Apes, Dune, Pacific Rim ...
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Old Elephant estate boozer reopens as swanky new LGBTQ pub: An old Elephant boozer, which recently closed after ninety years of service, has just reopened as a ...
southwarknews.co.uk/area/elephant-and-castle/old-elephant-estate-boozer-reopens-as-swanky-new-lgbtq-pub/
Brussels' RainbowHouse cancels election debate after criticism over N-VA participation
brusselstimes.com/brussels/1020559/brussels-rainbowhouse-cancels-election-debate-after-criticism-over-n-va-participation
'A sense of complacency regarding support for LGBTQI+ people has crept in'
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Sorokin novel: Systematically censored contemporary literature in Russia: The publishing house Eksmo-AST wants to remove the last part of Vladimir Sorokin's ...
nzz.ch/feuilleton/systematisch-zensurierte-gegenwartsliteratur-in-russland-ld.1827915
UK’s first ever memorial to LGBT armed forces personnel to be created at National Memorial Arboretum
expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2024/04/25/uks-first-ever-memorial-to-lgbt-armed-forces-personnel-to-be-created/
SC districts should ignore new federal regulations on trans students, superintendent says
postandcourier.com/politics/weaver-refuse-federal-lgbtq-biden-schools/article_5309bb5a-0272-11ef-9273-731e98748cb2.html
Russia establishes advisory body to evaluate books' compliance with national legislation
kyivindependent.com/russia-establishes-advisory-body-to-evaluate-books-compliance-with-national-legislation/
Social work LGBT+ leaves a vacuum: The incident highlighted a gap: there is a lack of protected spaces for queer young people - both in the region and in the ...
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Are big changes on LGBTQ+ inclusion in the United Methodist Church on the horizon?
oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/04/24/united-methodist-church-general-conference-2024-lgbtq-ordination-marriage/73094654007/
LGBTQ+ Stand-Up Comedy Film 'Laugh Proud' Sets Release, Trailer: Quentin Lee’s LGBTQ+ stand-up comedy concert feature film 'Laugh Proud' has secured ...
variety.com/2024/film/global/lgbtq-stand-up-comedy-laugh-proud-release-trailer-1235977808/
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The best kids movies on Disney+ right now (April 2024) | Digital Trends: Wish, Moana, and The Kid Who Would Be King are some of the best kids and family movies ...
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Milwaukee drag queen Jaida Essence Hall discusses confronting LGBTQ+ discrimination in new season of HBO's 'We're Here'
jsonline.com/story/entertainment/television-radio/2024/04/24/milwaukee-drag-queen-jaida-essence-hall-discusses-confronting-anti-lgbtq-discrmi-season-of-were-here/73346929007/
| Montreal Gazette: Their message is crucial now because "far-right groups and cynical politicians" have spread misinformation about the LGBTQ+ community to ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/lgbtq-rallies-to-be-held-across-canada-billed-as-largest-since-marriage-equality
The aim of a meeting is to meet the needs of queer youth: After allegations against the management, the “Sozialwerk.LGBT+” association has canceled its offers in ...
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Schools are censoring websites for suicide prevention, sex ed, and even NASA: Records from across the country show just how much of the internet is blocked by ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/13/school-porn-filters-block-suicide-prevention-lgbtq-sites/73293675007/
Transgender Louisianans say they’ve lost an ally in the governor’s seat: Under Louisiana's new Republican governor, LGBTQ people and advocates fear previously ...
nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/transgender-louisianans-say-ve-lost-ally-governors-seat-rcna149082
Josh Cavallo calls for Premier League action as 'disgusting' refusal slammed: Josh Cavallo has taken aim at the increasing trend of Premier League players ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/josh-cavallo-premier-league-lgbt-32619705
Louisiana education chief slams new Biden administration rules for LGBTQ+ students
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Italy’s LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Levels Have Stopped Improving: Italy’s level of LGBTQIA+ inclusion has stopped improving and is now lagging advances seen in the rest ...
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Letters: Immigration success stories | Chaplain ruling’s effects | Transgender athletes and Title IX
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/23/letters-immigration-success-stories-chaplain-rulings-effects-transgender-athletes-and-title-ix/
Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds | eKathimerini.com: Attacks against migrants, refugees and LGBT people in Greece surged to their highest level in ...
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Texas’ foster care system leaves transgender kids isolated: Support once afforded LGBTQ+ foster kids has vanished and a culture of silence has blanketed the ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/23/texas-foster-care-lgbtq-transgender-kids/
Brother dedicates round-the-island swim to memory of sister: A man who lost his sister to a “relentless” mental health battle has dedicated the final leg of a ...
royalgazette.com/general/news/article/20240423/brother-dedicates-round-the-island-swim-to-memory-of-sister/
Russia Creates Book Censorship Body – Vedomosti: A union of leading Russian publishers and libraries has created an advisory body that would evaluate books for ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/23/russia-creates-book-censorship-body-vedomosti-a84930
Tokyo Rainbow Pride lights up capital as organizers celebrate 30 years: Under the theme “Until it changes, don’t give up,” this year’s Tokyo Rainbow Pride was ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/21/japan/society/tokyo-rainbow-pride-2024/
Josh Cavallo on fearing for his life, FIFA's ignorance and being a trailblazer: Josh Cavallo became the first-ever top-flight footballer to come out back in 2021 ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/josh-cavallo-fifa-world-cup-32626716
Matty Healy’s 5 most teeth-gritting moments: Buckle up, because there’s a lot to take in
standard.co.uk/culture/music/matty-healy-1975-5-most-controversial-moments-b1096959.html
Biden Administration Expands Title IX Protections to Include LGBTQ+ Students: The Biden administration has updated Title IX rules, codifying the rights of ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/22/headlines/biden_administration_expands_title_ix_protections_to_include_lgbtq_students
Pennsylvania school board cancels gay actor’s upcoming anti-bullying talk, citing his ‘lifestyle’
inquirer.com/news/nation-world/maulik-pancholy-30-rock-cumberland-valley-school-district-pennsylvania-assembly-canceled-lgbtq-20240418.html
'Yuri!!! on Ice' Prequel Movie 'Ice Adolescence' Officially Cancelled: The Yuri!!! on Ice prequel movie, Ice Adolescence, which was set to follow Victor ...
collider.com/yuri-on-ice-prequel-movie-canceled/
Dozens of United Methodist churches in North Texas have left: Fifty-three congregations have left the United Methodist Church from its North Texas Conference ...
dallasnews.com/news/faith/2024/04/18/dozens-of-north-texas-congregations-have-left-the-united-methodist-church-since-2019/
Venice Biennale titled 'Foreigners Everywhere' platforms LGBTQ+, outsider and Indigenous artists
apnews.com/article/venice-biennale-foreigners-everywhere-indigenous-artists-d061066edaee6254bdc3109c0417e932
LGBTQIA+ seniors have limited choices for aged care. Julie Peters went searching for options
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-22/ageing-fabulously-compass-julie-peters-queer-trans/103682908
Broadview Heights residents storm council meeting to oppose Pride Fest on city property
cleveland.com/community/2024/04/broadview-heights-residents-storm-city-council-meeting-to-oppose-pride-fest-on-city-property.html
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LGBT Ghanaians await court ruling on restrictive new law: Members of Ghana's LGBT community and activists are waiting to see whether the West African country's ...
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Quick Glance: Court Decision Expected on Restrictive New Law
- A gay couple, Suleman, 30, an entrepreneur, and Kwame, 30, a student, discuss the passage of Ghana's anti-LGBT bill with Reuters on March 17, 2024.
- Parliament passed a law that would further restrict the rights of the LGBT community. President Akufo-Addo has delayed signing it, citing two pending challenges at the Supreme Court.
- Fear of worsening persecution of LGBT individuals and uncertainty about the law's broader social impact weigh on the community and activists in Ghana.
- Homophobia is pervasive, and the enactment of the new law could lead to increased violence against LGBT individuals as the President hesitates to sign, triggering political controversies.
Brussels to host European LGBT Police Association conference: The conference aims to establish a platform to discuss advancements made in LGBTQIA+ rights for ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1014550/brussels-to-host-european-lgbt-police-association-conference
Dozens of United Methodist churches in North Texas have left: Fifty-three congregations have left the United Methodist Church from its North Texas Conference ...
dallasnews.com/news/faith/2024/04/18/dozens-of-north-texas-congregations-have-left-the-united-methodist-church-since-2019/
Library book ban attempts are at an all-time high. These librarians are fighting back
pbs.org/newshour/arts/attempts-to-ban-books-are-at-an-all-time-high-these-librarians-are-fighting-back
Gay Republican Group Sees 'Explosion' in Membership: Log Cabin Republicans bills itself as the nation's largest organization representing LGBT conservatives and ...
newsweek.com/log-cabin-republicans-membership-lgbtq-melania-trump-1892361
Demand for a new meeting place for queer Graubünden youth: Two members of the “Sozialwerk.LGBT+” association are said to have had sex with young people ...
suedostschweiz.ch/graubuenden/sozialwerklgbt-forderung-nach-neuem-treff-fuer-queere-buendner-jugend
'Spirit of Ecstasy,' 'Mutt' to Bookend India’s Kashish LGBTQ+ Festival: Héléna Klotz's 'Spirit of Ecstasy' will open the 2024 Kashish LGBTQ+ film ...
variety.com/2024/film/asia/spirit-of-ecstasy-mutt-kashish-lgbtq-film-festival-india-1235976313/
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The best LGBTQ movies on Amazon Prime Video right now | Digital Trends: Amazon Prime has an impressive and versatile library of LGBTQ movies ...
digitaltrends.com/movies/best-lgbtq-movies-amazon-prime/
LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns to Miami with more than 50 films: Unrequited love. Secret lives. A dramatic retelling of a tense moment in Wilton Manors ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/lgbtq-film-festival-returns-to-miami-with-more-than-50-films/
Express View on Centre’s panel of queer rights: Better late than never: The committee to examine issues of queer community is welcome. It must hold wide-ranging ...
indianexpress.com/article/opinion/editorials/express-view-on-centres-panel-of-queer-rights-better-late-than-never-9278434/
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