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• WATCH: Eurovision's second semi-final... in 59 seconds

  11-05-2023 23:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As usual, the Eurovision song contest brings the most eclectic mix of performers.
  
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• Bolton man's body undiscovered for six years - landlord

  11-05-2023 23:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Robert Alton's body was finally found after his landlord got a warrant to do a gas safety check.
  
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• Phone hacking authorised at highest levels of publisher, court hears

  11-05-2023 22:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry's lawyer claims investigators received huge sums to illicitly obtain private information.
  
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• Year 6 Sats: Children 'distraught' after reading paper

  11-05-2023 21:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A head teachers' union says even staff struggled to understand parts of a Year 6 reading paper.
  
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• UK interest rates: Prices to be higher for longer, Bank of England warns

  11-05-2023 19:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Interest rates rise to 4.5% - their highest level for almost 15 years in an attempt to slow soaring prices.
  
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• Plaid Cymru: Llyr Gruffydd interim leader after Price quits

  11-05-2023 19:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  North Wales Senedd member to take temporary charge of the party after Adam Price's resignation.
  
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• Gaza Strip fighting enters third day despite Egypt ceasefire efforts - The Guardian

  11-05-2023 19:14 via news.google.com
  Gaza Strip fighting enters third day despite Egypt ceasefire efforts  The GuardianRocket kills man in Israel as strikes target Gaza militant commanders  BBCIsrael-Palestine conflict: Fighting ongoing as ceasefire falters  Al Jazeera EnglishGaza: Israel's unity over new aggression won't last  Middle East EyeWhy Israel's violent Gaza strategy to divide Palestinian resistance will fail  Middle East EyeView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Ban testing of make-up ingredients on animals, government urged

  11-05-2023 19:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government insists testing remains banned in the UK but campaigners disagree.
  
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• Train strikes: Passengers warned of significant disruption

  11-05-2023 19:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The train drivers' union leader insists Eurovision events in Liverpool were not targeted by strikes.
  
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• US accuses South Africa of supplying arms to Russia - Financial Times

  11-05-2023 18:56 via news.google.com
  
  US accuses South Africa of supplying arms to Russia  Financial TimesSouth Africa supplied arms to Russia - US ambassador Reuben Brigety  BBCSouth Africa 'sent weapons and ammunition to Russia' in clandestine port transfer  The TelegraphWRAP | 'Matter being looked into', says Ramaphosa after US accuses SA of providing ammunition to Russia | Business  News24US accuses South Africa of providing arms to Russia – reports  The GuardianView Full c
  
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• Rory Gallagher: GAA manager responds to 'very serious' domestic abuse allegations

  11-05-2023 18:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rory Gallagher was speaking after "very serious" allegations were made against him by his estranged wife.
  
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• Met Police officer who left man paralysed not guilty of GBH

  11-05-2023 18:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  PC Imran Mahmood used a Taser on Jordan Walker-Brown, who broke his back and now uses a wheelchair.
  
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• Porthmadog: Probe after police officer filmed punching suspect - BBC

  11-05-2023 18:41 via news.google.com
  
  Porthmadog: Probe after police officer filmed punching suspect  BBCView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Porthmadog: Probe after police officer filmed punching suspect

  11-05-2023 18:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  North Wales Police says it is investigating the incident after footage circulated on social media.
  
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• Met Police will not investigate sexual assault claim against Labour shadow minister

  11-05-2023 18:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The claim, reportedly against a shadow minister, is not being investigated "at the victim's request".
  
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• Coronation: I took painkillers before carrying sword, says Penny Mordaunt - BBC

  11-05-2023 18:20 via news.google.com
  
  Coronation: I took painkillers before carrying sword, says Penny Mordaunt  BBCPenny for their thoughts: MPs swoon over King Charles’ sword-wielding minister  POLITICO EuropePenny Mordaunt took painkillers before doing something a bit painful? Whatever next!  inewsChoose a nice outfit and hold a sword steady: is that what it takes to succeed in politics now?  The GuardianView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Coronation: I took painkillers before carrying sword, says Penny Mordaunt

  11-05-2023 18:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  After her celebrated sword carrying at the Coronation, Penny Mordaunt describes preparing for the role.
  
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• Revolut hit by departures of CFO and UK banking chief - Financial Times

  11-05-2023 18:12 via news.google.com
  
  Revolut hit by departures of CFO and UK banking chief  Financial TimesRevolut finance chief quits for 'personal reasons' - London  City A.M.Revolut CFO quits weeks after auditor BDO warning on accounts  Evening StandardRevolut's CFO leaves the digital bank after two years, citing personal reasons  CNBCRevolut finance chief leaves weeks after auditor criticised accounts  The TelegraphView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Pakistan's Supreme Court says Imran Khan's arrest was illegal and orders his release - Sky News

  11-05-2023 17:56 via news.google.com
  Pakistan's Supreme Court says Imran Khan's arrest was illegal and orders his release  Sky NewsImran Khan's arrest has been termed unlawful by Supreme Court | Pakistan News | WION Live  WIONImran Khan: Pakistan's Supreme Court rules arrest was illegal  BBCImran Khan’s arrest has exploded Pakistan’s reservoir of rage  Al Jazeera EnglishMore than Imran, it's jihadist influence on Pakistan army that's Gen Asim Munir's headache  ThePrintVi
  
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• UK sending long-range Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine, says defence minister - The Guardian

  11-05-2023 17:52 via news.google.com
  
  UK sending long-range Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine, says defence minister  The GuardianUK to send Ukraine long range missiles for Russia counter-offensive - BBC News  BBC NewsUK confirms supply of Storm Shadow long-range missiles in Ukraine  BBCUK donating long range missiles to Ukraine, says defence secretary  Guardian NewsMBDA: Stevenage-built missiles being sent to Ukraine  The CometView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• ‘You have to move quickly’: two startup owners give advice on launching a digital brand

  11-05-2023 17:27 via theguardian.com
  
  With more than half of Gen Z planning to set up their own business, according to new research, entrepreneurs Harpreet Kaur and Kira Goode share their experiences of taking products to market on a limited budgetEntrepreneur Harpreet Kaur learned a thing or two about straight talking after she clinched the coveted crown in the BBC’s long-running The Apprentice last year. She faced Lord Sugar’s infamous boardroom but says she emerged stronger for it.“There’s nothing fluffy o
  
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• Rolf Harris is 'very sick and unwell' after neck cancer battle, author says - Daily Mail

  11-05-2023 17:23 via news.google.com
  Rolf Harris is 'very sick and unwell' after neck cancer battle, author says  Daily MailView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• TransPennine Express loses contract over poor service - BBC

  11-05-2023 16:59 via news.google.com
  
  TransPennine Express loses contract over poor service  BBCNorth East leaders back decision to strip 'shambolic' TransPennine Express of train contract  Chronicle LiveThe government has had to take over yet another railway – and yet it still balks at full nationalisation  The GuardianState to take control of TransPennine Express after continued poor service  The GuardianView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Gig halted after The View band members clash on stage

  11-05-2023 16:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The concert by The View was halted after the lead singer apparently threw a punch at the bassist.
  
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• D-Day veteran Edward Gaines from Poole dies aged 98

  11-05-2023 16:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mr Gaines, known as Eddie, transported 35 tonnes of dynamite to Omaha beach in June 1944.
  
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• Female Labour MP accuses shadow minister of sexual assault - The Guardian

  11-05-2023 16:19 via news.google.com
  Female Labour MP accuses shadow minister of sexual assault  The GuardianLabour MP claims shadow minister sexually assaulted her  The NationalUK Labour Party aide quits over harassment complaint  POLITICO EuropeLabour aide ‘allowed to continue work after sexual harassment complaint upheld’  The GuardianLabour Party keeps adviser who groped former intern  The TimesView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Bank of England: Food prices mean inflation will fall more slowly - BBC

  11-05-2023 16:08 via news.google.com
  
  Bank of England: Food prices mean inflation will fall more slowly  BBCInterest Rates: Bank of England warns two-thirds of pain yet to come  Sky NewsFTSE 100 rebounds but finishes just below opening levels  Proactive Investors UKBank of England set to increase interest rate to the HIGHEST since 2008 | Liam Halligan explains  GBNewsThe Bank of England Should Avert Its Gaze From the Rear-View Mirror  BloombergView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Inside Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield's friendship - Daily Record

  11-05-2023 16:04 via news.google.com
  Inside Holly Willoughby and Philip Schofield's friendship  Daily RecordHolly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield appear back on This Morning  Daily MailThis Morning’s Holly Willoughby & Philip Schofield barely speaking as insiders reveal she would do show w...  The SunHolly Willoughby breaks social media silence after friendship with Phillip Schofield 'cools'  Birmingham LiveDAN WOOTTON: Why Holly Willoughby is preparing to pull plug on partnership
  
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• Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - Nintendo Life

  11-05-2023 16:00 via news.google.com
  
  Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom  Nintendo LifeThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom review – pure magic  The GuardianZelda Tears of the Kingdom: Why Nintendo's latest game is more than a sequel  BBCThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review  IGNZelda: Tears of the Kingdom review - Hyrule reborn bigger and busier  Eurogamer.netView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Police still making dreadful recruitment moves, watchdog warns the Met - Evening Standard

  11-05-2023 16:00 via news.google.com
  
  Police still making dreadful recruitment moves, watchdog warns the Met  Evening StandardPolice recruits with links to domestic abuse and sex offenders ‘still being appointed’  The GuardianStaff with links to gangs and sex offenders 'slipped through police vetting net'  The IndependentThe Metropolitan Police must do more to purge rogue officers from its ranks  Evening StandardLancashire Police: crime falls across the county and more officers exp
  
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• Tell us: do you use self-storage facilities?

  11-05-2023 15:32 via theguardian.com
  
  Amid a boom in the use of self-storage, we would like to hear about your experiencesAmid a boom in the use of self-storage in the UK, we would like to hear about your experiences.Do you rely on self-storage? What do you use it to store? And what does the growth of self-storage tell us about society? Tell us all about it using the form below. Continue reading...
  
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• UK confirms supply of Storm Shadow long-range missiles in Ukraine

  11-05-2023 14:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Storm Shadow cruise missile will give Ukraine new capabilities in its conflict with Russia.
  
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• Rome Masters umpire who left Andy Murray raging causes another angry row with tennis star - Express

  11-05-2023 14:39 via news.google.com
  Rome Masters umpire who left Andy Murray raging causes another angry row with tennis star  ExpressItalian Open: Andy Murray loses to Fabio Fognini in Rome  BBCAndy Murray weighs up playing in French Open knowing it may be his last  The Guardian(VIDEO) "Stadium full of Italians booing and whistling": Murray hits back at Italian crowd after controversial line-call at Rome Open  TennisUpToDate.comRome Masters Day 2 Tips: Ramos can kickstart season with win ag
  
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• Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck caught in another tense exchange as they 'row' at premiere - The Mirror

  11-05-2023 14:36 via news.google.com
  Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck caught in another tense exchange as they 'row' at premiere  The MirrorBen Affleck and Jennifer Lopez appear to have a tense exchange again after 'row' at premiere  Daily RecordJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck seem to be having problems amid heated interaction  Geo NewsView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Woman injured in royal police escort crash

  11-05-2023 14:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A police motorcycle was escorting the Duchess of Edinburgh when the crash happened, police say.
  
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• Royal superfan arrested and locked up for 13 hours at coronation for standing near protesters - inews

  11-05-2023 14:00 via news.google.com
  
  Royal superfan arrested and locked up for 13 hours at coronation for standing near protesters  inewsMajority think that police did a good job at King Charles' Coronation  The TelegraphBritons tend to think police struck right balance with coronation protests  YouGovConsider the coronation arrests – and witness Britain’s slide towards authoritarianism  The GuardianView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Brexit: Rishi Sunak broke his word over EU laws, says Jacob Rees-Mogg - BBC

  11-05-2023 13:28 via news.google.com
  
  Brexit: Rishi Sunak broke his word over EU laws, says Jacob Rees-Mogg  BBCRees-Mogg accuses Sunak of breaking his word over ‘bonfire’ of EU laws  The GuardianSunak's Climbdown on EU Laws Triggers Angry UK Tory Backlash  BloombergChris Mason: Sunak pledge to scrap EU laws collides with reality  BBCRishi Sunak again opts for pragmatism over Brexit bombast on sunset clause  The GuardianView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Relatives search for loved ones after deadly flooding in DRC – in pictures

  11-05-2023 13:15 via theguardian.com
  
  In the worst-hit villages the search for victims and survivors continues after heavy rains caused devastating landslides in South Kivu. More than 400 people are dead and 5,500 still missing Continue reading...
  
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• Advantage Inter in the Milan derby semi, while WSL title race hots up – Football Weekly Extra - The Guardian

  11-05-2023 12:59 via news.google.com
  
  Advantage Inter in the Milan derby semi, while WSL title race hots up – Football Weekly Extra  The GuardianAC Milan 0-2 Inter Milan: 'Worse than AC Milan's wildest dreams' but will Inter have 'big regrets'?  BBCAC Milan vs Inter (0-2) | Nerazzurri hold the advantage | Champions League Highlights  BT SportEx-Prem star who rolled back the years in Europe is married to stunning model  Daily StarOrdine: Inter defeat a ‘necessary and inevitable&rsqu
  
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• Sony's new Xperia 1 V features upgraded camera hardware in a familiar design - The Verge

  11-05-2023 12:56 via news.google.com
  
  Sony's new Xperia 1 V features upgraded camera hardware in a familiar design  The VergeSony Xperia 1 V review: fan favourite  StuffSony's Xperia I V phone is a photo and video powerhouse  EngadgetSony Xperia 1 V: New features, price and why ordering it sounds like a good idea  ExpressView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• "They DON'T build them like Hendry anymore" Ronnie O'Sullivan criticises the NEW snooker culture - talkSPORT

  11-05-2023 12:45 via news.google.com
  
  "They DON'T build them like Hendry anymore" Ronnie O'Sullivan criticises the NEW snooker culture  talkSPORTRonnie O'Sullivan 'lost himself' to alcohol and drugs for seven years  BBCRonnie O’Sullivan will skip UK snooker events to concentrate on playing in Asia  The GuardianRonnie O’Sullivan reveals why his secret nickname is ‘The Ghost’ among rival snooker stars...  The SunRonnie O'Sullivan explains 'horrible' World Snooker Champion
  
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• Share your views on the impact of AI

  11-05-2023 12:38 via theguardian.com
  
  Whether you are anxious or optimistic, we want to hear your views on the technology After Geof frey Hinton, one of the “godfathers of AI”, warned of the dangers the technology poses to humanity, we want to hear your views on on the development of AI.Are you anxious about the development of artificial intelligence, or do you think its potential has been overstated? What impact do you think the technology will have? If you use AI in your daily life, tell us about how. Continue re
  
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• Watch minister get angry telling-off for media leaks

  11-05-2023 12:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch is told off by Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle over Telegraph leaks.
  
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• DCI Banks star Stephen Tompkinson is found not guilty of GBH - Daily Mail

  11-05-2023 11:58 via news.google.com
  DCI Banks star Stephen Tompkinson is found not guilty of GBH  Daily MailStephen Tompkinson trial: Actor found not guilty of grievous bodily harm  BBCActor Stephen Tompkinson found not guilty of GBH  Sky NewsStephen Tompkinson trial: Actor 'convincing at telling a story'  BBCTV star Stephen Tompkinson found not guilty of GBH on drunken man outside his Whitley Bay home  Teesside LiveView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Llyr Gruffydd MS to be Plaid Cymru acting leader as Adam Price resigns - Wales Online

  11-05-2023 11:21 via news.google.com
  Llyr Gruffydd MS to be Plaid Cymru acting leader as Adam Price resigns  Wales OnlinePlaid Cymru leader Adam Price quits after damning report  BBCPlaid Cymru: The contenders who could enter leadership election to succeed Adam Price  Sky NewsThe myth of perfect nationalist parties is crumbling fast  The TelegraphPlaid Cymru stand-in leader says party is ready to sort out misogyny problem  The GuardianView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Newly-single Shakira enjoys cosy boat trip with Lewis Hamilton just days after pair were spotted at secret... - The Sun

  11-05-2023 11:02 via news.google.com
  Newly-single Shakira enjoys cosy boat trip with Lewis Hamilton just days after pair were spotted at secret...  The SunTom Cruise warned 'stay away' from Shakira amid rumour he wants to 'pursue' her  The MirrorShakira is joined by Lewis Hamilton and his entourage of friends  Daily MailShakira responds to Tom Cruise dating rumours after she was pictured with actor and Lewis Hamilton in Miami...  The SunShakira responds to Tom Cruise dating rumour after bitte
  
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• Next rail strikes: May and June 2023 train strike dates and what you need to know ahead of next walk-outs - The Independent

  11-05-2023 10:38 via news.google.com
  
  Next rail strikes: May and June 2023 train strike dates and what you need to know ahead of next walk-outs  The IndependentRail strike map, dates and services: How is YOUR train journey affected by the May 2023 walkout?  Daily MailTrain strikes: May and June dates and the services affected tomorrow  The TelegraphSouthampton Central: Station to close for weekend strikes  Southern Daily EchoSouthern and South Western Railway train strikes will see 45 Surrey s
  
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• Children with type 2 diabetes to be given sensors to replace finger-prick testing - The Guardian

  11-05-2023 10:27 via news.google.com
  Children with type 2 diabetes to be given sensors to replace finger-prick testing  The GuardianType 2 diabetes: 'Life-changing' mobile phone technology to help hundreds of children manage disease  Sky NewsType-2 diabetes: Children to be offered one of two 'life-changing' methods to manage disease  BBCMajor change to NHS treatment for type 2 diabetes will see end of painful finger prick tests in kids...  The SunView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Zelenskyy vows to give Russia an 'unpleasant surprise' in Ukrainian counteroffensive - Euronews

  11-05-2023 09:56 via news.google.com
  
  Zelenskyy vows to give Russia an 'unpleasant surprise' in Ukrainian counteroffensive  EuronewsUkraine needs more time for Russia counter-offensive says Zelensky - BBC News  BBC NewsZelensky says Ukraine needs more time for counter-offensive  BBCLack of armoured vehicles threatens to delay Ukraine's counteroffensive  The TimesZelensky says Ukraine needs time before counter-offensive  France 24View Full coverage on Google News
  
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• What are interest rates? A quick guide

  11-05-2023 09:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Why interest rates are so important - especially when they change.
  
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