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Hegseth Faces Allegations Of Boozing, Partying And Mismanagement Helming Veterans Groups
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Quick Glance: Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Allegations of Misconduct
- Pete Hegseth, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Defense, is facing allegations of alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct according to a new report.
- The article details incidents of Hegseth being intoxicated and pursuing female staff during his presidency at Concerned Veterans for America.
- He resigned in 2016 amid concerns about his management and alcohol use.
- Additionally, his leadership at Vets for Freedom resulted in significant financial difficulties for the organization.
Malaysia, Thailand brace for more rains after floods kill more than 30: With tens of thousands already displaced, both countries set up shelters in anticipation ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/3/malaysia-thailand-brace-for-more-rains-after-floods-kill-dozens
Oceans may never have existed on Venus, says new research: Instead of condensing on the planet's surface, any water in Venus' atmosphere likely ...
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"Would have, would have, bucket list": understanding the flood: In her children's picture book, Bille Weidenbach tells a vivid and honest story about the ...
spektrum.de/rezension/buchkritik-zu-haette-haette-eimerkette/2245432
Nations Fail to Reach an Agreement on Plastic Pollution: Talks on the world’s first treaty to tackle plastic pollution will continue in coming months ...
nytimes.com/2024/12/01/climate/united-nations-plastic-pollution.html
Quick Glance: Global Agreement on Plastic Reduction Fails
- Over 200 nations failed to reach an agreement in South Korea to combat plastic pollution.
- Deep divisions persisted between nearly 100 countries advocating for a phase-out of plastic and oil-producing nations opposing it.
- Negotiations collapsed due to critical issues, particularly regarding commitments to reduce plastic production.
- Environmental groups expressed disappointment over the fossil fuel industry's influence and urged the 95 supportive countries to pursue their own treaty.
Negotiators fail to agree on UN treaty to curb global plastic pollution: As the threat from plastic pollution mounts, countries could only agree to postpone ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/1/negotiators-fail-to-agree-on-un-treaty-to-curb-global-plastic-pollution
2024 Atlantic hurricane season comes to an end: The 2024 hurricane season officially ends - and it has been more active than usual, with climate change partly to ...
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Quick Glance: Deadliest Atlantic Hurricane Season in Two Decades
- The 2024 hurricane season concluded as one of the deadliest and costliest on record, featuring 18 named storms and 11 hurricanes.
- Hurricane Helene was the season's deadliest storm, causing over 150 fatalities in the U.S. and severe flooding across multiple states.
- Scientists warn that climate change is increasing hurricane intensity, leading to more frequent and powerful storms.
- Total damage from all storms this season is estimated to exceed $190 billion, second only to the catastrophic year of 2017.
Landmark climate change case will open at the top UN court: The top United Nations court will take up the largest case in its history on Monday
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Scientists sound alarm about terrifying ocean event that could bring global devastation
independent.co.uk/climate-change/ocean-tipping-point-climate-change-b2654977.html
How cold will December be in South Texas? Here’s the outlook.: November ended with temperatures more than 6 degrees above-average in South Texas ...
expressnews.com/san-antonio-weather/forecast/article/november-warm-december-outlook-texas-19950720.php
Spectrum podcast: CO₂ storage: Are forests still protecting the climate?: The large rainforests in particular are considered climate savers. The new Spektrum ...
spektrum.de/podcast/spektrum-podcast-schuetzt-der-wald-das-klima-noch/2245182
Regional Spanish leader who botched flood response faces another big march demanding his resignation
apnews.com/article/spain-floods-march-demand-resignation-valencia-leader-37355642412ca7d7b980eed91629b5c3
Destructive storms are increasing in the Amazon: The Amazon rainforest is under pressure: deforestation and climate change are taking their toll ...
spektrum.de/news/regenwald-in-amazonien-mehren-sich-zerstoererische-stuermen/2245242
Great Lakes, Plains and Midwest forecast to be hit with snow: The first big snow of the season has the potential to bury towns in New York along lakes Erie and ...
apnews.com/article/lake-effect-snow-storm-new-york-michigan-c7dd6d98b0170c25972baa5dd27d1649
Joshua trees are in peril. California has a plan to save them: The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has released a new plan to protect the state’s ...
apnews.com/article/joshua-trees-climate-change-california-48b7d86a4438d039f38b79b2c5bd9628
NASA's bleeding-edge radar has captured a secret Cold War base under Greenland's receding ice sheet
techspot.com/news/105763-nasa-got-new-view-secret-cold-war-base.html
Elon Musk publicized the names of government employees he wants to cut. It’s terrifying federal workers
cnn.com/2024/11/27/business/elon-musk-government-employees-targets/
Secret cold war 'city' buried under ice unexpectedly discovered by NASA: NASA scientist unexpectedly detected an abandoned US military base buried 100ft under ...
itv.com/news/2024-11-28/secret-cold-war-city-buried-under-ice-unexpectedly-discovered-by-nasa
'City under the ice': NASA scientists find abandoned Cold War military base in Greenland
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/11/26/camp-century-greenland/76604798007/
Canada lynx proposed for new habitat protections in US southern Rockies: U.S. wildlife officials are proposing new habitat protections in the southern Rocky ...
apnews.com/article/canada-lynx-protections-climate-change-1e121d2aa2a4b7b3d417930490302cd1
Green Environment Minister: "We have long since arrived in a new climate reality"
welt.de/regionales/hamburg/article254683154/Gruener-Umweltminister-Wir-sind-laengst-in-einer-neuen-Klima-Realitaet-angekommen.html
Biggest November snowstorm in half a century hits Seoul and grounds flights: The biggest November snowstorm to hit South Korea’s capital in more than a half ...
apnews.com/article/south-korea-snowstorm-seoul-november-canceled-flights-235283f04bc17a171e94b476e82ffd8e
Quick Glance: Seoul's Major Snowstorm Disrupts Travel and Safety
- Seoul experienced its heaviest November snowstorm in 52 years, leading to significant flight cancellations.
- The storm resulted in 20 to 26 centimeters of snow in northern areas, causing two fatalities and multiple injuries.
- Transportation was severely affected with slow commutes and crowded subways reported across the city.
- President Yoon Suk Yeol ordered the mobilization of resources to mitigate accidents and enhance safety measures.
Contentious COP29 deal shows climate cooperation fraying at edges: During negotiations at COP29 in Azerbaijan, geopolitical turmoil and worries of a looming U.S ...
nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/cop29-deal-climate-cooperation-fraying-rcna181686
California could keep the $7,500 EV credit alive if Trump kills the cost-saving measure, Newsom says
cnn.com/2024/11/25/climate/newsom-california-ev-tax-credit/
Quick Glance: California Considers Excluding Tesla from EV Rebates
- California Governor Gavin Newsom may exclude Tesla and other automakers from an EV rebate program if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the federal tax credit for electric vehicles.
- Newsom proposed a new version of the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program to enhance competition in the zero-emission vehicle market.
- Tesla, which accounted for approximately 42% of state rebates, could be ineligible due to proposed changes to the program.
- The rebates would be funded through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, while California faces a potential $2 billion budget deficit.
Leaders make final push for plastic pollution treaty at talks in S Korea: Island nations say recycling insufficient to solve problem when 400 million tonnes of ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/26/leaders-make-final-push-for-plastic-pollution-treaty-at-talks-in-s-korea
California prepares to "Trump-proof" state laws: California's progressive policies on immigration, reproductive rights and climate could yet again ...
axios.com/local/san-francisco/2024/12/02/newsom-trump-lawsuits-special-session-fundi9ng
Quick Glance: California Allocates Funds for Legal Defense Against Trump
- California lawmakers propose allocating $25 million to defend progressive laws against the incoming Trump administration.
- The funds will support the Department of Justice and other agencies in challenging potential legal actions on issues like abortion and climate policy.
- Governor Newsom emphasized California's readiness to combat overreach that threatens rights and freedoms.
- The legislation is expected to be signed before Trump's inauguration on January 20, as voters prepare to elect a new governor in 2026.
Where heatwaves accumulate: Climate change is bringing more frequent extreme weather. However, some regions are affected by hot days much more frequently than ...
spektrum.de/news/klimawandel-wo-sich-hitzewellen-haeufen/2245362
Quick Glance: Increase in Heatwaves Due to Climate Change
- Climate change is causing an increase in extreme weather events, particularly heatwaves, which vary significantly by region.
- A study identified areas experiencing above-average frequency and intensity of heatwaves, including parts of China, Japan, and Northwestern Europe.
- Heatwaves in Europe have sharply increased in recent years, leading to thousands of deaths and significantly rising summer temperatures.
- The reasons for regional variations in heatwave intensity remain unclear but may relate to a more stable jet stream and other climatic factors.
Thailand, Malaysia brace for fresh wave of floods as water levels ease
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/thailand-malaysia-brace-fresh-wave-floods-water-levels-ease-2024-12-02/
Ocean as climate savior: Can marine geoengineering slow down the climate crisis? An experiment in the Kiel Fjord investigates the effects of intervening in ...
spektrum.de/inhaltsverzeichnis/marines-geoengineering-spektrum-derwissenschaft-1-2025/2199952
5-plus feet of snow and counting: More snow is coming to the already buried Great Lakes
cnn.com/2024/12/02/weather/lake-effect-us-snow-great-lakes-climate/
Quick Glance: Massive Snowfall Impacts Northeast and Midwest Regions
- Heavy snowfall continues to affect the Northeast and upper Midwest, with more expected through Wednesday.
- States of emergency have been declared in several counties in New York and Pennsylvania due to snowfall rates of up to 3 inches per hour.
- The National Weather Service warned of treacherous travel conditions and deployed the National Guard to assist stranded drivers.
- Additional snow is anticipated in the coming days, potentially worsening the current conditions.
Impeachment complaint filed against Philippine Vice President Duterte after she threatened president
apnews.com/article/philippines-duterte-impeachment-complaint-marcos-073f5ae8bf4bec1af48bdd24dec70635
World's top court to rule on key climate issues: The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.
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The world urgently needs to make up ground: The quality of soils is also declining in Germany. This endangers climate resilience and, in the long term ...
spektrum.de/news/cop16-in-riyad-was-gegen-degradierte-boeden-hilft/2245297
Nikki Garcia addresses Artem Chigvintsev divorce in podcast return: 'I've been heartbroken'
goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/nikki-garcia-addresses-artem-chigvintsev-divorce-podcast-return-116372418
Syrian government bombs homes in its own country: Air strikes by the Syrian government hit homes, Islamist rebels take over the Syrian city of Aleppo and ...
stern.de/politik/syrien--sturm-auf-aleppo---assad-sagt-islamistischen-rebellen-kampf-an-35275098.html
Jaguar presents new electric car and breaks with tradition: Jaguar unveils new all-electric Type 00 model, paving the way for electromobility ...
sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/jaguar-elektroauto-tradition-marke-logo-li.3158748
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PM calls for private sector to help with flood aid: Anwar wants companies to see hardships people are facing.
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Mysterious hurricanes on Jupiter: This is what is behind the mysterious phenomenon
welt.de/wissenschaft/article254732674/Raetselhafte-Wirbelstuerme-auf-Jupiter-Das-steckt-hinter-dem-mysterioesen-Phaenomen.html
Cyclone Fengal kills 19 in India and Sri Lanka: Cyclone Fengal killed at least 19 people in India and Sri Lanka and caused flooding in Tamil Nadu state and the ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/cyclone-fengal-kills-19-india-sri-lanka-2024-12-01/
Acidification reaches deeper layers of water: In addition to rising water temperatures, acidification is threatening coral reefs. It is now also reaching deeper ...
spektrum.de/news/ozeane-versauerung-erreicht-tiefere-wasserschichten/2245378
Man gets compensation for ‘smooth’ Mars bar discovery: A 34-year-old Briton thought the lack of a signature chocolate ripple on his Mars bar was a new ...
theage.com.au/world/europe/man-gets-compensation-for-smooth-mars-bar-discovery-20241201-p5kutw.html
Quick Glance: Origins of the Classic Milky Way Candy Bar
- Milky Way was originally introduced as a malt-flavored chocolate bar.
- This confectionery, existing for over a century, was created in 1923 by Frank C. Mars and his son Forrest in Minneapolis.
- Its first year sales reached $800,000, which would be over $10 million today.
- The Mars family has an estimated net worth of $117 billion as of 2024.
Lake-effect snow blankets Midwest US, Great Lakes region: Some areas will be "paralysed" by snow, the National Weather Service in New York said.
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Quick Glance: Snow Causes Disaster Declaration in Northeast
- Over a foot of snow fell in parts of the Northeast during Thanksgiving, with more expected over the weekend.
- The National Guard was deployed in Pennsylvania to assist stranded drivers, and a disaster declaration was signed for Erie County.
- Intense lake-effect snow could bring up to 2 feet of additional snow to the Buffalo area, creating near-impossible travel conditions.
- Residents in Erie County were urged to avoid calling 911 unless in life-threatening emergencies, as public transport and libraries were closed due to the snow emergency.
Woman in 60s found stabbed to death at home after neighbours called 999: Officers were called to an address on Greenland Quay yesterday afternoon to reports a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/11/30/woman-60s-found-stabbed-death-home-neighbours-called-999-22095782/
Malaysia prepares for its worst floods in decade, with already 3 dead and 90,000 displaced
pbs.org/newshour/world/malaysia-prepares-for-its-worst-floods-in-decade-with-already-3-dead-and-90000-displaced
Breaking Down Donald Trump's Call for 'Energy Dominance'
time.com/7199047/donald-trump-energy-dominance-plans-limits/
Bills vs. 49ers weather alert: Up to 3 feet of snow could hit Buffalo before 'Sunday Night Football'
cbssports.com/nfl/news/bills-vs-49ers-weather-alert-up-to-3-feet-of-snow-could-hit-buffalo-before-sunday-night-football/
'We had no help': Father in Malaysia wades through chest-deep floodwaters to buy baby essentials
asiaone.com/malaysia/we-had-no-help-father-malaysia-wades-through-chest-deep-floodwaters-buy-baby-essentials
Anwar freezes leave for ministers, orders focus on flood relief as more than 100,000 evacuated
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/anwar-freezes-leave-for-ministers-orders-focus-on-flood-relief-as-more-than-100000-evacuated
Lake-Effect Storm Bringing Heavy Snow to Great Lakes Region: Forecasters warned that some areas would be “paralyzed” by the snow as some sections of highways in ...
nytimes.com/2024/11/29/weather/lake-effect-snow-great-lakes-weather.html
Quick Glance: Severe Snowfall Hits Great Lakes Region
- A lake-effect storm is causing heavy snowfall in parts of northern New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, leading to highway closures.
- The storm has already deposited over eight inches of snow in Michigan and 17 inches in Mayville, NY, by Friday afternoon.
- Watertown, NY, is expected to receive nearly six feet of snow over the next three days.
- New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for 11 counties.
From disaster to hope: A Vermont family thankful for community support after flood destroyed home
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/disaster-hope-vermont-family-thankful-community-support-flood-destroye-rcna182203
Radar reveals secret weapons base from the Cold War: Camp Century is located under the ice of Greenland - | a long-secret base for nuclear weapons ...
spektrum.de/news/groenland-radar-enthuellt-geheime-waffenbasis-aus-dem-kalten-krieg/2245202
Northern lights could be visible from New York City, other US locations over Thanksgiving weekend
abcnews.go.com/US/northern-lights-visible-new-york-city-us-locations/story
Flooding kills at least 12 people including six children in Sri Lanka as storm heads for India
abc.net.au/news/2024-11-29/sri-lanka-flooding-kills-12-people-including-six-children/104662342
Shaking Off the Shackles of Sovereign Debt: How Creditors and Debtors Can End a Global Crisis
foreignaffairs.com/world/shaking-shackles-sovereign-debt
Floods displace dozens of families and destroy property in Homa Bay : The areas experience recurrent flooding.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/homa-bay/floods-displace-families-destroy-property-in-homa-bay-4839088
Warning of storm "Telse" and heavy rain in northern Germany: Heavy gusts of wind caused hundreds of fire service operations in northern Germany last night ...
tagesschau.de/inland/regional/niedersachsen/sturmwarnung-starkregen-norddeutschland-100.html
Over 37,000 people in six Malaysian states hit by flooding: Temporary shelters have been opened in Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah, Perlis, Johor and Perak.
channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-flood-kelantan-terengganu-johor-anwar-thousands-affected-4775591
Mika Biereth shoots the Blackys to their first win in the Champions League: SK Sturm is scoring for the first time in the Champions League! Mika Biereth's ...
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Quick Glance: Sturm Graz Fans Share Expectations Before Girona Match
- Fans of SK Sturm Graz express mixed expectations ahead of the Champions League match against FC Girona.
- Some believe in a potential point gain, while others are skeptical, citing the strength of the Spanish team.
- Several comments highlight that Girona may pose a greater challenge than previous opponents.
- Optimism arises, particularly due to a key absence in Girona's lineup, which could enhance Sturm Graz's chances.
ABC chair Kim Williams says investment in national broadcaster the best counter to 'flood' of misinformation
abc.net.au/news/2024-11-27/abc-chair-calls-for-funding-to-combat-misinformation/104651438
Strange bright line in Australia caused by a tornado: A huge bright line appeared out of nowhere in the Australian desert - | now the mystery has been solved ...
spektrum.de/news/seltsame-helle-linie-in-australien-entstand-durch-einen-tornado/2244599
EV Projects to Get $13 Billion in Federal Loans: The financing for a factory in Georgia is part of a last-minute effort to establish climate policies before ...
nytimes.com/2024/11/25/business/biden-loans-ev-auto-industry.html
Quick Glance: Rivian Secures $6.6 Billion Loan Approval for Georgia Plant
- Rivian has received conditional approval for a loan of up to $6.6 billion to build a facility in Georgia.
- Production of the R2, crucial for Rivian's success, is set to begin in Illinois in 2026 after construction in Georgia was paused.
- The Georgia plant is expected to employ around 7,500 staff by 2030 and will facilitate the production of 400,000 electric vehicles.
- This announcement follows a $5.8 billion investment from Volkswagen, as Rivian faces challenges from production shortages and rising competition.
The UN climate summit ended in bitterness and accusations of betrayal. Now fears are growing for its future
cnn.com/2024/11/25/climate/cop-failures-future/
Quick Glance: Climate Summit Reaches Insufficient Funding Agreement
- At the COP29 summit in Baku, a global finance target of $460 billion annually was adopted to assist poorer nations in addressing climate change impacts.
- While some delegates applauded the deal, others criticized wealthy nations for inadequate action.
- The agreement, effective through 2035, is seen as insufficient to meet climate challenges, increasing pressure on industrialized countries to fulfill their financial commitments.
- The deal was reached under challenging circumstances and sets the stage for next year's climate summit in the Amazon rainforest.
Alec Baldwin believes 'Americans are very uninformed about reality' -- in latest statement by embattled actor
foxnews.com/entertainment/alec-baldwin-believes-americans-very-uninformed-about-reality
Huge outage hits major Aussie bank: Customers from one of Australia’s biggest banks are being locked out of internet banking.
news.com.au/finance/business/banking/major-outage-hits-ing-australia-customers-just-weeks-after-last-disaster/news-story/7044a955eb22c22b436cf17226feebef
How big is the problem of people not working?: BBC Verify’s Ben Chu looks at the government’s plans to ‘Get Britain Working’
bbc.com/news/videos/cd0g9z9p4jko
Traffic light balance at the climate conferences: Three tough years for Team Baerbock
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/ampel-bilanz-auf-klimakonferenzen-drei-harte-jahre-fuer-annalena-baerbock-a-fdd29259-f6f5-4aa0-939e-b6e4c975474b
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Pontypridd: Residents angry after Storm Bert hits: In Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, residents said lessons were not learned from Storm Dennis.
bbc.com/news/articles/cgj7qvj097po
New Zealanders save more than 30 stranded whales by lifting them on sheets: More than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand have ...
apnews.com/article/pilot-whale-stranding-new-zealand-northland-beach-59c0647c10210185a124aea44e978ede
How does the UK prepare for floods and extreme weather?: Many people impacted by floods ask the same thing: Could more have been done to prevent this?
itv.com/news/2024-11-25/how-does-the-uk-prepare-for-floods-and-extreme-weather
Flooding in Gaza compounds hardship of people displaced by Israeli attacks: Gaza’s Government Media Office says about 10,000 tents either washed away or were ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/25/flooding-in-gaza-compounds-hardship-of-people-displaced-by-israeli-attacks
Several dead in storms in the UK: Storm Bert causes severe flooding in the UK and Ireland, roads are flooded and there are power cuts.
sueddeutsche.de/panorama/sturmtief-bert-grossbritannien-ueberschwemmungen-li.3153314
Indonesia digs out as flooding, landslide death toll hits 20: JAKARTA: Rescue workers in western Indonesia used heavy equipment on Tuesday (Nov 26) to dig out ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-digs-out-flooding-landslide-death-toll-hits-20-4771071
Bathroom Obsessive Nancy Mace Called Herself ‘Pro-Transgender Rights’ Just Last Year
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/nancy-mace-bathrooms-pro-transgender-rights-1235181224/
‘Act now’: ‘Danger to life’ severe flood warning issued for Billing Aquadrome and surrounding business parks in Northampton
northamptonchron.co.uk/news/weather/act-now-danger-to-life-severe-flood-warning-issued-for-billing-aquadrome-and-surrounding-business-parks-in-northampton-4880837
As Arctic climate warms, even Santa runs short of snow: The Arctic is warming faster than other parts of the world due to climate change.
straitstimes.com/world/as-arctic-climate-warms-even-santa-runs-short-of-snow
Storms threaten to disrupt holiday travel across US: Most of the country is bracing for snow, rain and a drop in temperatures during the week of Thanksgiving.
bbc.com/news/articles/c0lpr9pk6z9o
Argentine rodents are Dubai oasis' newest residents: A desert oasis hidden away in the dunes in the far reaches of skyscraper-studded Dubai has drawn a ...
apnews.com/article/dubai-patagonian-mara-uae-argentina-exotic-animals-c1a9460d8635a69d8f9a7e5a96e52ccf
Nations have agreed to $300B for climate funding. How will they pay for it?: To help narrow the substantial gap between what's needed and what governments can ...
globalnews.ca/news/10885975/un-cop29-climate-funding-blended-finance/
The climate conference is no longer of any use: The World Climate Conference in Baku ended with a meager result. The format is outdated ...
spektrum.de/kolumne/cop29-in-baku-die-klimakonferenz-bringt-nichts-mehr/2243791
Bolivia's heavy rains cause river to flood homes near La Paz: Heavy rainfall in Bolivia over Saturday night caused the Pasajahuira river to overflow ...
reuters.com/world/americas/bolivias-heavy-rains-cause-river-flood-homes-near-la-paz-2024-11-24/
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