lol646b In January, 2024, Bret Stephens writing in the NYTimes attempted to understand the issues that the United States was facing in this presidential election year. “As writers like Tablet’s Alana Newhouse have noted, brokenness has become the defining feature of much of American life: broken families, broken public schools, broken small towns and inner cities, broken universities, broken health care, broken media, broken churches, broken borders, broken government. At best, they have become shells of their former selves.” He could have also included broken concepts of our own history. There are many times we have had to confront the brokenness of our own past, and we will continue to face these challenges, but we should remember those who endured incredible hardships to give us the institutions and the ideals that helped create this country...and not allow them to “become shells of their former selves.” With so many broken areas in our society, what should we celebrate and be thankful for this Thanksgiving? We might begin to recover some realistic view of our history by reading the story of John Smith, the English soldier, explorer, Governor of the Jamestown colony in Virginia and the man who gave the name New England to the area where the Pilgrims would land in 1620. Having gone to sea at the age of 16 to seek his fortune, he had served as a mercenary soldier for France, Holland, and Austria before he was captured and sent as an enslaved gift to a woman in Constantinople. Smith killed his slavemaster who beat him regularly and escaped to return to England in 1604. This was all before he began his adventure in 1607 in Jamestown, Virginia, where starvation and political infighting awaited him causing him to issue the Biblical decree that “he who will not work, neither shall he eat.” Or we might look at the life of William Bradford, (1590 – 1657) who led the Pilgrims from England to New England in 1620, after a 12 year stay in Holland. Bradford became an orphan at the age of seven and was sent to live with two uncles. He later noted in his journal that he suffered from a "long sickness" and was unable to work, but he began reading the Bible and great works of literature. Some historians have suggested this was a key factor in his adopting the Separatist branch of Puritan theology. Bradford would become the main force behind the writing of the Mayflower Compact which bound the Pilgrims to “live by the laws they enacted” because they had landed in New England, further to the north than their charter allowed. “In the name of God, Amen, Having undertaken for the Glory of God, and Advancement of the Christian Faith, and the Honour of our King and Country, a Voyage to plant the first Colony in the northern Parts of Virginia; Do by these Presents, solemnly and mutually, in the Presence of God and one another, covenant and combine ourselves together into a civil Body Politick, for our better Ordering and Preservation, and Furtherance of the Ends aforesaid: And by Virtue hereof do enact, constitute, and frame, such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions, and Offices, from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general Good of the Colony; unto which we promise all due Submission and Obedience.” He would go on to serve as the Governor of Plymouth Colony for over 30 years and would chronicle the beginning years Of Plymouth Plantation. He would also lose his wife as one of the first casualties of the hardships they had to endure on a daily basis. And if the life stories of John Smith and William Bradford aren’t sufficient to stir a sense of pride in the courage and commitment of our early forefathers, perhaps we should close with the advice of John Winthrop, the lawyer and the leader of the Puritans who would establish the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630. He reminded these Puritans that they were to be governed by the laws of their Creator. • By the first of these laws man as he was enabled so, withal is commanded to love his neighbour as himself. Upon this ground stands all the precepts of the moral law, which concerns our dealings with men. • Thus stands the cause between God and us. We are entered into Covenant with Him for this work. • the only way to avoid this shipwreck, and to provide for our posterity, is to follow the counsel of Micah, to do justly, to love mercy, to walk humbly with our God. • For we must consider that we shall be as a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us. So that if we shall deal falsely with our God in this work we have undertaken, and so cause him to withdraw his present help from us, we shall be made a story and a by-word through the world. • Therefore let us choose life that we, and our seed may live, by obeying His voice and cleaving to Him, for He is our life and our prosperity. We have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, including those who shared their religious faith in a land that Thomas Jefferson called the world’s best hope. Blanche Henderson Brick, Ph.D., retired Professor of History, Blinn College, Bryan, Texas. Blanchebrick@gmail.comFour who have resolved to fightto the finish

NoneEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants organization got exactly what it deserved in getting blown out by Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Giants were embarrassed in Sunday's 30-7 loss , taunted by Mayfield after a touchdown run just before halftime. And then they saw their fans walk out on them again when the Bucs extended their lead to 30-0 and sent New York (2-9) to its sixth straight loss. The losing streak is the longest for the Giants since 2019, when they dropped a franchise-record nine straight games to finish 4-12. That led to the firing of coach Pat Shurmur after two seasons. Third-year coach Brian Daboll is clearly in trouble, with the Giants guaranteed a second straight losing season. They were 6-11 in a 2023 season that featured a lot of injuries. Daboll, who denies he has lost the team, isn't the only one whose job is in jeopardy. General manager Joe Schoen is on the hot seat and so is this entire franchise, which is celebrating its 100th year. It's one thing to lose. It's quite another to give up, and that's what the organization did when it decided to bench Daniel Jones a week ago and then release him on Friday after the 27-year-old asked co-owner John Mara to let him walk away. While he wasn't playing well, Jones was the Giants' best quarterback. He gave them more a of chance to win than either Tommy DeVito or Drew Lock. Removing him from the picture was all but certain to make the Giants worse, even if it was a good business decision. If Jones was hurt and unable the pass his physical before the 2025 season, the team would have been on the hook for a $23 million cap hit. The problem is the players care about now. By getting rid of Jones and elevating DeVito to the starting role, the front office was telling the team it didn't care about winning with seven games left in the season. So the players gave a lackluster effort. Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence called the team soft. Rookie receiver Malik Nabers said he was sick of losing. Left tackle Jermaine Eluemunor said he saw a lack of effort by some players. What they all were saying was they were angry at being betrayed. Money is never more important than winning, and the Giants made that mistake. At this point in the season? Nothing. The offense once again. The Giants have scored a league-low 163 points, including only 60 in six games at MetLife Stadium, where they are winless this season. They have scored in double figures at home twice. Daboll's team has been held scoreless in the first half in three of 11 games and it has been held without a first-half touchdown seven times. Daboll said he will continue to call the offensive plays. S Tyler Nubin. The rookie has had a team-high 12 tackles in each of the last two games. His 81 tackles for the season are just two behind team leader Bobby Okereke. RB Tyrone Tracy. The rookie leads Giants running backs with 587 yards on 116 carries — a 5.1-yard average for the fifth-round pick. But holding onto the ball has been a big issue. Tracy's fumble in overtime cost New York a chance to win in Germany against Carolina. He also lost the ball in the third quarter at the Bucs 5-yard line with New York down 23-0. It earned him a seat on the bench. LT Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) and OLB Azeez Ojulari (toe) left Sunday's game in the first quarter. Chris Hubbard filled in at tackle and the Giants luckily got back DL Kayvon Thibodeaux this past week after he missed five games with a broken wrist. DeVito was banged up but Daboll expects him to start against the Cowboys. 10 — The Giants have gone 10 consecutive games without an interception, tying the NFL record held by the 1976-77 San Francisco 49ers and the 2017 Oakland — now Las Vegas — Raiders. The Giants and Raiders now share the single-season mark. A national showcase on Thanksgiving Day for the NFC-worst Giants at Dallas. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

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Pete Hegseth's mother says The New York Times made 'threats' by asking her to comment on a story1% Club fans were left shocked after all EIGHT final contestants walked away empty handed after failing to answer the last question correctly. Eight men were the last players standing out of 100 in Tuesday night's show after successfully making it to the 1% question. But after being asked the big-money earner by The 1% Club's host Lee Mack , they all got it wrong and missed out on a share of the £97,000 prize pot. The question, which in theory only one per cent of the UK population will be able to answer, was based on a graphic. Lee asked: "What word is represented by this picture?" The graphic showed the number eight in the middle of an ice cube. The final constants had just 30 seconds to figure it out before locking in their answers. Lee then announced: "Your time is up. Let's see who got it right." After a tense pause, the entire studio was illuminated in red - indicating that no one answered correctly. "I'm afraid you all got it wrong," Lee told the disappointed players. The TV funnyman then revealed the answer: Incubate (in-cube-eight). There was a loud groan from the audience as they realised none of the eight players had joined the 1% Club. Only one contestant walked away with any money - a chap called Jonathan, who was awarded £1,000 for not using his 'pass' card to skip any earlier questions. "Commiserations," Lee told the group. "You didn't make it into the 1% Club but you can at least walk away knowing you did better than everyone else tonight." Fans at home who had been playing along shared their surprise at the final eight's fall. One wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter: "Not one person got it..!" Another added: "The wheels on the brain bus well & truly fell off." And a third said: "Oh what a pity. None of them got it right, meaning that everyone leaves with absolutely nothing...apart from Jonathan, who keeps his £1k." Other fans shared their own guesses, including 'infinite', 'eight squared' and 'eight cubed'. The 1% Club has returned to ITV this week for a special four-episode run, airing each night from Monday (December 9) to Thursday (December 12). Two 1% Club Christmas specials will also air this month, while Lee is also due to front another episode in support of Soccer Aid. The 1% Club first hit screens in 2022 and has fast become one of TV's most popular game shows. In September, it won Best Quiz Game Show at the National Television Awards for the third year in a row. It faced stiff competition but still beat The Wheel, Beat The Chasers, Richard Osman’s House of Games, and Ant and Dec’s Limitless Win.

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NEW YORK , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with the AI impact on market trends - The global managed detection and response services market size is estimated to grow by USD 6.2 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 23.58% during the forecast period. Focus on outsourcing business-related tasks beyond an organizations competencies is driving market growth, with a trend towards increasing application of user behavior analytics. However, possibilities of failures during the implementation poses a challenge. Key market players include Alphabet Inc., Arctic Wolf Networks Inc., Armor Defense Inc, Blackpoint Cyber, Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp., Broadcom Inc., Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., CrowdStrike Holdings Inc., Cybereason Inc, Cynet security Ltd, Dell Technologies Inc., eSentire Inc., Fortinet Inc., International Business Machines Corp., Palo Alto Networks Inc., Rapid7 Inc., SENTINELONE INC., Sophos Ltd., Trend Micro Inc., and Trustwave Holdings Inc.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Key Market Trends Fueling Growth In today's digital world, organizations face increasing threats from cyberattacks such as ransomware and crypto -jacking incidents. With the shortage of cybersecurity skills, managing security alerts and incidents becomes a challenge. Government regulations and compliance requirements add to the complexity. MDR providers offer a solution by using detection algorithms, threat intelligence, and ML/AI to identify and respond to threats in real-time. IoT devices, networks, and cloud computing are key areas of focus. MDR systems provide expert investigation, 24/7 monitoring, and improved threat detection. Vulnerability management and EDR tools are essential for security implementation. MDR services offer flexibility, improved security, and reduced maintenance costs. Organizations can protect their assets from cybersecurity attacks, loss of business, and data security risks. Customization and deployment are crucial for businesses dealing with operational risks and business continuity. With the rapid digitization of IT & Telecom, Retail & E-commerce, and other industries, MDR services are a must-have for any organization looking to stay ahead of the curve. Protect your business from malware, phishing, SQL injection, DNS tunneling attacks, and more with the help of MDR providers and their team of security researchers and engineers. User behavior analytics is a valuable tool for enterprises seeking to enhance their network security. By analyzing the actions of users, this technology enables organizations to identify lateral movements, compromised credentials, and risky behaviors that may indicate a cyber threat. Managed detection and response service providers are integrating user behavior analytics with pre-built detections and intruder traps to provide more comprehensive security solutions. This combination allows security teams to respond quickly to threats that may evade traditional security measures, ensuring the protection of critical business assets. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services have become essential for organizations to safeguard their assets from evolving cyber threats. With the rise of ransomware and crypto -jacking incidents, cybersecurity skills are in high demand to manage an increasing number of security alerts. Government regulations and compliance requirements add to the complexity. MDR providers use detection algorithms, threat intelligence, and ML/AI to identify and respond to cyberattacks on IT & Telecom networks, IoT devices, and digital transformation projects. However, challenges persist. Ransomware attacks can cause significant business loss, and the cost of maintaining in-house cybersecurity teams is high. MDR systems offer improved threat detection, expert investigation, and 24/7 monitoring. However, customization and operational risks can hinder deployment. Flexibility and reduced maintenance are key benefits. MDR providers employ security researchers and engineers to manage security cases, and their systems use ML and behavioral analytics to detect targeted cyberattacks. Vulnerability management and EDR tools are crucial for effective security implementation. Malware, phishing, SQL injection, and DNS tunneling attacks are common threats. Rapid digitization and the increasing use of cloud technology, mobile devices, web applications, and social media platforms add to the risk. MDR services help organizations stay ahead of these threats and ensure business continuity. The implementation of Managed Detection and Response Services (MDR) in an organization comes with potential challenges that may hinder market growth. One significant challenge is the risk of errors during implementation, which can make clients hesitant to adopt MDR and instead opt for traditional security solutions. The implementation process is intricate and involves multiple tasks such as project management, compliance, vulnerability management, content management, event monitoring, access control, and device management. Each of these tasks requires meticulous execution to ensure success. Furthermore, during the planning phase, MDR providers must carefully choose the required devices, determine their placement within the client's architecture, and configure them correctly. The complexity of these processes necessitates a high level of expertise and attention to detail. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This managed detection and response services market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Large enterprises 1.2 Small and medium enterprises 2.1 Hosted 2.2 On-premises 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Large enterprises- Large enterprises, particularly those in the finance, healthcare, and technology sectors of the Fortune 500, dominate the global managed detection and response services market. These organizations prioritize threat detection and response capabilities due to their extensive networks and valuable data assets. Managed detection and response services offer advanced threat intelligence, real-time monitoring, and incident response, addressing the cybersecurity needs of large companies. Notable examples include a major global financial institution and a leading technology conglomerate, which have enhanced their security posture through managed detection and response solutions. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the demand for these services among large organizations is projected to rise significantly, fueling the expansion of the global managed detection and response services market. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services have gained significant traction in today's threat landscape, where organizations face an increasing number of cybersecurity challenges, including ransomware attacks and crypto -jacking incidents. With the shortage of cybersecurity skills, MDR providers offer a solution by monitoring security alerts and responding to threats in real-time. Government regulations and compliance requirements add to the pressure, making it essential for businesses to protect their IT & Telecom assets from threats. MDR services leverage detection algorithms, threat intelligence, AI, and ML to identify and mitigate risks. IoT devices, retail & e-commerce, and other industries are prime targets for cybercriminals, making MDR services indispensable for securing critical data and infrastructure. Security researchers and engineers work together to analyze security cases and provide effective solutions to keep organizations safe. Market Research Overview The Managed Detection and Response (MDR) market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing number of ransomware and crypto -jacking incidents. With the shortage of cybersecurity skills in the market, MDR providers offer organizations expert investigation and 24/7 monitoring to enhance threat detection and response. Government regulations and compliance requirements are driving the demand for MDR services, especially in IT & Telecom, Retail & E-commerce, and other industries. The integration of IoT devices, ML, AI, and behavioral analytics into MDR systems improves threat detection and incident response. MDR providers leverage threat intelligence and detection algorithms to protect networks and assets from cyberattacks. The flexibility of MDR services allows organizations to reduce operational risks and improve business continuity. However, the cost of maintenance and customization can be a concern for some businesses. The risk to businesses from cybersecurity attacks, loss of customer data, and the cost of maintaining in-house security teams are significant. MDR systems utilize EDR tools and ML to investigate security cases and improve security implementation. The deployment of MDR services in the cloud and the protection of web browsing, mobile devices, web applications, social media platforms, and other digital assets are essential in today's rapidly digitizing world. Malware, phishing, SQL injection, DNS tunneling attacks, and other cyber threats continue to pose a risk to businesses. MDR providers offer organizations the expertise and resources to mitigate these threats and ensure data security. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation End-user Large Enterprises Small And Medium Enterprises Deployment Hosted On-premises Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. 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By MEAD GRUVER and AMY BETH HANSON, Associated Press A judge on Monday rejected a request to block a San Jose State women’s volleyball team member from playing in a conference tournament on grounds that she is transgender. Monday’s ruling by U.S. Magistrate Judge S. Kato Crews in Denver will allow the player, who has played all season, to continue competing in the Mountain West Conference women’s championship scheduled for later this week in Las Vegas. The ruling comes after a lawsuit was filed by nine current players who are suing the Mountain West Conference to challenge the league’s policies for allowing transgender players to participate. The players argued that letting her compete was a safety risk and unfair. While some media have reported those and other details, neither San Jose State nor the forfeiting teams have confirmed the school has a trans women’s volleyball player. The Associated Press is withholding the player’s name because she has not publicly commented on her gender identity. School officials also have declined an interview request with the player. Judge Crews referred to the athlete as an “alleged transgender” player in his ruling and noted that no defendant disputed that San Jose State rosters a transgender woman volleyball player. He said the players who filed the complaint could have sought relief much earlier, noting that the individual universities had acknowledged that not playing their games against San Jose State this season would result in a forfeit in league standings. He also said injunctions are meant to preserve the status quo. The conference policy regarding forfeiting for refusing to play against a team with a transgender player had been in effect since 2022 and the San Jose State player has been on the roster since 2022 – making that the status quo. The player competed at the college level three previous seasons, including two for San Jose State, drawing little attention. This season’s awareness of her identity led to an uproar among some players, pundits, parents and politicians in a political campaign year. The tournament starts Wednesday and continues Friday and Saturday. San Jose State is seeded second. The judge’s order maintains the seedings and pairings for the tournament. Several teams refused to play against San Jose State during the season, earning losses in the official standings. Boise State and Wyoming each had two forfeits while Utah State and Nevada both had one. Southern Utah, a member of the Western Athletic Conference, was first to cancel against San Jose State this year. Nevada’s players stated they “refuse to participate in any match that advances injustice against female athletes,” without providing further details. Crews served as a magistrate judge in Colorado’s U.S. District Court for more than five years before President Joe Biden appointed him to serve as a federal judge in January of this year. Gruver reported from Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Hanson from Helena, Montana.

Panthic leaders: Sikh clergy’s punishment for Sukhbir is mildNEW YORK — It’s that time of year: Spotify has released its annual Wrapped , personalized recaps of users’ listening habits and year in audio. Spotify has been giving its listeners breakdowns of their data since 2016. And each year, it’s become a bigger production — and internet sensation. Spotify said its 2023 Wrapped was the “biggest ever created,” in terms of audience reach and the kind of data it provided. So, what does 2024 have in store? Here’s a look at what to know. READ MORE : Cebu netizens see streaks of light as rocket debris burn in sky It’s the streaming service’s annual overview of individual listening trends, as well as trends around the world. Users learn their top artists, songs, genres, albums and podcasts, all wrapped into one interactive presentation. The campaign has become a social media sensation, as people share and compare their Wrapped data with their friends and followers online. Wrapped provides users with all kinds of breakdowns and facts, including whether they’re among an artist’s top listeners, as well as a personalized playlist of their top 100 songs of that year to save, share and listen to whenever they’re feeling nostalgic. Spotify also creates a series of playlists that reflect national and global listening trends, featuring the top streamed artists and songs. In 2023, Taylor Swift was named Spotify’s most streamed artist , unseating Bad Bunny who had held the title for three years in a row. She kept that title this year, followed by The Weeknd, Bad Bunny, Drake and Billie Eilish. You should make sure your Spotify app is up to date in order to get the full Wrapped experience. Wrapped is available to users with and without Premium subscriptions. Starting Wednesday, Spotify will prompt users to view their interactive data roundup on their smartphone or desktop app. You can also visit Spotify.com/Wrapped to find a QR code for that takes you straight to your data presentation. There are a handful of third-party sites that you can connect your Spotify account to that will analyze your Wrapped data. How Bad is Your Spotify is an AI bot that judges your music taste. Receiptify gives you your top songs on a sharable graphic that looks like, yes, a receipt. Instafest gives you your own personal music festival-style lineup based on your top artists. How NPRCore Are You assesses how similar your music taste is to NPR Music’s. Other major streaming platforms such as Apple Music and YouTube Music have developed their own versions of Wrapped in recent years. Apple Music’s Replay not only gives its subscribers a year-end digest of their listening habits but monthly summaries as well — a feature that helps differentiate itself from the one-time Spotify recap. It was released on Dec. 3. YouTube Music, meanwhile, has a similar end-of-the-year release for its listeners, as well as periodic seasonal releases throughout the year. It released its annual Recap for users last month.

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Sen. Mitch McConnell said Thursday he will lead a subcommittee overseeing defense spending as he carves out new roles once he relinquishes his long-running post as Senate Republican leader. The Kentucky Republican revealed he will assume the chairmanship of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. The role dovetails with his constant message that America needs a bulked-up military to deter threats from adversaries such as Russia, Iran and China. The transition comes as McConnell is ending his role as the longest-serving Senate leader in history, just as Republicans prepare to take majority control of the chamber after big gains in this month's election. Republicans elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune , a top deputy to McConnell, as the next Senate majority leader. McConnell, 82, said Thursday he will assume the subcommittee chairmanship at a critical time. “America’s national security interests face the gravest array of threats since the Second World War," the senator said in a statement. “At this critical moment, a new Senate Republican majority has a responsibility to secure the future of U.S. leadership and primacy.” McConnell frequently evokes Ronald Reagan’s mantra of “peace through strength” when discussing foreign policy risks and how the U.S. should respond. McConnell's stance could clash with President-elect Donald Trump’s “America First” doctrine on foreign affairs. McConnell worked with Trump on a tax cuts package and the appointment of conservative judges — including three justices to the nine-member Supreme Court — during Trump's first term as president. Fighting back against isolationism within his own party, McConnell has championed sending weapons and other aid to Ukraine as it fends off Russia’s invasion. McConnell said Thursday he's also set to become chairman of the Senate Rules Committee, which is often a more low-key panel at the center of big issues, both at the Capitol and in the country. The committee oversees the administration of the Senate side of the building, including during inaugurations. But it also puts McConnnell at the center of weighty topics, namely federal elections and voting rights as well as the procedures of the Senate, including the debate around the filibuster. McConnell said the committee will have important work in the coming two years. “Defending the Senate as an institution and protecting the right to political speech in our elections remain among my longest-standing priorities,” he said. There had been considerable speculation about what roles McConnell would take after stepping down as Republican leader. He has two years left in his current Senate term and has not signaled whether he will run for reelection in Kentucky in 2026. McConnell has been a prolific appropriator for the Bluegrass State, a role he’s well positioned to continue.

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