10 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇮🇱🇭🇺NETANYAHU DEFIES ICC WARRANT, RECEIVED WITH HONORS IN HUNGARY
Despite an active ICC arrest warrant, Netanyahu landed in Budapest to a red carpet welcome from Hungary’s defense minister.
Amnesty slammed the visit as a “cynical effort to undermine the ICC.”
Source: Al Jazeera, Times of Israel
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🇮🇱🇭🇺NETANYAHU DEFIES ICC WARRANT, RECEIVED WITH HONORS IN HUNGARY
Despite an active ICC arrest warrant, Netanyahu landed in Budapest to a red carpet welcome from Hungary’s defense minister.
Amnesty slammed the visit as a “cynical effort to undermine the ICC.”
Source: Al Jazeera, Times of Israel
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20 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇳🇿 ONE YEAR AFTER NEW ZEALAND'S SCHOOL PHONE BAN: THE SURPRISING RESULTS
New Zealand banned phones in schools to boost learning, but research shows mixed outcomes after 12 months.
While some students admit reduced distractions, many simply found clever workarounds - including using walkie-talkies to communicate.
Young people's biggest complaint? Not being consulted:
"It feels like they just ban everything, thinking it will fix the problem"
UK data reinforces student skepticism, showing "no significant difference in academic grades" between schools with strict bans versus relaxed policies.
Source: The Independent
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🇳🇿 ONE YEAR AFTER NEW ZEALAND'S SCHOOL PHONE BAN: THE SURPRISING RESULTS
New Zealand banned phones in schools to boost learning, but research shows mixed outcomes after 12 months.
While some students admit reduced distractions, many simply found clever workarounds - including using walkie-talkies to communicate.
Young people's biggest complaint? Not being consulted:
"It feels like they just ban everything, thinking it will fix the problem"
UK data reinforces student skepticism, showing "no significant difference in academic grades" between schools with strict bans versus relaxed policies.
Source: The Independent
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30 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇦🇷 MILEI TAX CUTS WORK: REVENUE SURGES DESPITE LOWER RATES
Argentina’s government collected $12.8 trillion in March — a 7% year-over-year jump — even after slashing export duties and eliminating the PAIS tax.
Income tax rose 111%, VAT jumped 55%, and social security revenue nearly doubled.
Driven by economic recovery and rising worker incomes, Q1 revenue is up 8% — and 20% excluding foreign trade taxes.
Sources: ARCA, IARAF @ArgMilei @JMilei
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🇦🇷 MILEI TAX CUTS WORK: REVENUE SURGES DESPITE LOWER RATES
Argentina’s government collected $12.8 trillion in March — a 7% year-over-year jump — even after slashing export duties and eliminating the PAIS tax.
Income tax rose 111%, VAT jumped 55%, and social security revenue nearly doubled.
Driven by economic recovery and rising worker incomes, Q1 revenue is up 8% — and 20% excluding foreign trade taxes.
Sources: ARCA, IARAF @ArgMilei @JMilei
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40 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
ELON: I'VE LEARNED A LOT ABOUT HOW TO MAKE THINGS GO FAST
“If a design is taking too long, the design is wrong, and therefore the design must be modified to accelerate progress.
One of the most fundamental errors made in advanced development is to stick to a design even when it is very complicated, and to not strive to delete parts and processes.”
Source: Interview with Everyday Astronaut, September 28, 2019
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ELON: I'VE LEARNED A LOT ABOUT HOW TO MAKE THINGS GO FAST
“If a design is taking too long, the design is wrong, and therefore the design must be modified to accelerate progress.
One of the most fundamental errors made in advanced development is to stick to a design even when it is very complicated, and to not strive to delete parts and processes.”
Source: Interview with Everyday Astronaut, September 28, 2019
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49 mins. ago
50 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 PROSECUTORS DROP ASSAULT CHARGE IN NANCY MACE CASE
DC prosecutors dropped the charge against James McIntyre, the man Rep. Nancy Mace accused of physically accosting her at a Capitol foster care event in December.
He pleaded not guilty.
No reason was given for the dropped charge.
Source: NBC
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🇺🇸 PROSECUTORS DROP ASSAULT CHARGE IN NANCY MACE CASE
DC prosecutors dropped the charge against James McIntyre, the man Rep. Nancy Mace accused of physically accosting her at a Capitol foster care event in December.
He pleaded not guilty.
No reason was given for the dropped charge.
Source: NBC
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60 mins. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 ALINA HABBA RIDES WITH U.S. MARSHALS IN NEWARK GANG RAID
Trump’s former lawyer and new U.S. Attorney for NJ, Alina Habba, joined U.S. Marshals in a dramatic raid that nabbed an 18-year-old Bloods gang member, a child sex offender, and a fugitive cop assaulter.
Habba, in a bulletproof vest, said:
“We’re gonna clean up New Jersey.”
Sources: NY Post @AlinaHabba
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🇺🇸 ALINA HABBA RIDES WITH U.S. MARSHALS IN NEWARK GANG RAID
Trump’s former lawyer and new U.S. Attorney for NJ, Alina Habba, joined U.S. Marshals in a dramatic raid that nabbed an 18-year-old Bloods gang member, a child sex offender, and a fugitive cop assaulter.
Habba, in a bulletproof vest, said:
“We’re gonna clean up New Jersey.”
Sources: NY Post @AlinaHabba
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1 hr. ago
🔁Arya - آریا:
🚨BREAKING: Sirens go off in Metulla, on the border with Lebanon.
Update: False alarm according to Kann channel.
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🚨BREAKING: Sirens go off in Metulla, on the border with Lebanon.
Update: False alarm according to Kann channel.
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1 hr. ago
🔁Arya - آریا:
🚨BREAKING: Sirens go off in Metulla, on the border with Lebanon.
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🚨BREAKING: Sirens go off in Metulla, on the border with Lebanon.
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1 hr. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇹🇼 TAIWAN CALLS TRUMP’S 32% TARIFF UNREASONABLE
Taiwan has strongly criticized Trump’s new 32% tariff on its goods, calling it “highly unreasonable” and vowing to start serious negotiations with the U.S.
Cabinet spokeswoman Michelle Lee expressed deep regret over the decision, which is part of Trump’s broader tariff plan, including a 10% base rate on all imports.
While Taiwan’s key semiconductor chips are exempt, analysts warn the tariffs on components could still hurt the chip industry, vital for global tech.
Taiwan, with a $73.9 billion trade surplus with the U.S. in 2024, had already prepared support plans for affected sectors.
Cabinet Spokeswoman Michelle Lee:
“The Executive Yuan found the decision highly unreasonable and deeply regretted it.”
Source: Barrons, Anadolu Agency
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🇹🇼 TAIWAN CALLS TRUMP’S 32% TARIFF UNREASONABLE
Taiwan has strongly criticized Trump’s new 32% tariff on its goods, calling it “highly unreasonable” and vowing to start serious negotiations with the U.S.
Cabinet spokeswoman Michelle Lee expressed deep regret over the decision, which is part of Trump’s broader tariff plan, including a 10% base rate on all imports.
While Taiwan’s key semiconductor chips are exempt, analysts warn the tariffs on components could still hurt the chip industry, vital for global tech.
Taiwan, with a $73.9 billion trade surplus with the U.S. in 2024, had already prepared support plans for affected sectors.
Cabinet Spokeswoman Michelle Lee:
“The Executive Yuan found the decision highly unreasonable and deeply regretted it.”
Source: Barrons, Anadolu Agency
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1 hr. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 REP. SALAZAR: MILEI CAN SHOW CUBA & VENEZUELA THERE'S LIFE AFTER SOCIALISM
"I told the IMF and Inter-American Development Bank—let’s help Milei.
He can prove to Cubans, Venezuelans, and others suffering under socialist fraud that there’s a way out.
He’s a White House favorite, and I’m thrilled he’s turning that into real benefits for Argentina."
Source: @ArgMilei @JMilei @MaElviraSalazar
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🇺🇸 REP. SALAZAR: MILEI CAN SHOW CUBA & VENEZUELA THERE'S LIFE AFTER SOCIALISM
"I told the IMF and Inter-American Development Bank—let’s help Milei.
He can prove to Cubans, Venezuelans, and others suffering under socialist fraud that there’s a way out.
He’s a White House favorite, and I’m thrilled he’s turning that into real benefits for Argentina."
Source: @ArgMilei @JMilei @MaElviraSalazar
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1 hr. ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇫🇷 MACRON GATHERS FRENCH BUSINESSES TO TACKLE TRUMP TARIFFS
Macron is bringing together leaders from French business sectors at the Elysee Palace to address the impact of Trump’s new tariffs, which include a 10% base rate on all U.S. imports and a 20% rate for the European Union.
Announced on Wednesday, these tariffs are expected to hit French wine and spirits hard, with exporters predicting a 20% sales drop in the U.S.
Macron’s meeting aims to strategize support for affected industries amid fears of rising inflation and global economic slowdown.
This follows his earlier warnings that Europe must respond firmly to protect its interests.
Source: Reuters
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🇫🇷 MACRON GATHERS FRENCH BUSINESSES TO TACKLE TRUMP TARIFFS
Macron is bringing together leaders from French business sectors at the Elysee Palace to address the impact of Trump’s new tariffs, which include a 10% base rate on all U.S. imports and a 20% rate for the European Union.
Announced on Wednesday, these tariffs are expected to hit French wine and spirits hard, with exporters predicting a 20% sales drop in the U.S.
Macron’s meeting aims to strategize support for affected industries amid fears of rising inflation and global economic slowdown.
This follows his earlier warnings that Europe must respond firmly to protect its interests.
Source: Reuters
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
TIKTOK BID WAR: APPLOVIN & AMAZON MAKE OFFERS AHEAD OF TRUMP DEADLINE
AppLovin, backed by Steve Wynn, and Amazon have submitted bids to buy TikTok before Trump’s April 5 shutdown deadline.
Trump reviewed a plan involving Oracle, BlackRock, Silver Lake, and others.
China may approve a deal if it links to tariff negotiations.
Trump signed an order delaying the ban and hinted at a U.S. stake.
Sources: WSJ, Bloomberg, NYT
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TIKTOK BID WAR: APPLOVIN & AMAZON MAKE OFFERS AHEAD OF TRUMP DEADLINE
AppLovin, backed by Steve Wynn, and Amazon have submitted bids to buy TikTok before Trump’s April 5 shutdown deadline.
Trump reviewed a plan involving Oracle, BlackRock, Silver Lake, and others.
China may approve a deal if it links to tariff negotiations.
Trump signed an order delaying the ban and hinted at a U.S. stake.
Sources: WSJ, Bloomberg, NYT
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
ELON: ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE HAS RISEN, BUT TEACHING EXPENSE IS FLAT—IT DOESN’T MAKE SENSE
“I think teaching is a very important profession.
If you look at the expenditures, there's a very big rise in the number of administrators, but not a very big rise in the number of teachers.
And so that's really the big factor.
We should have more actual teachers.
And I believe in paying teachers well, and having a lot of teachers.
But we should say, why do we have so many administrators or non-teachers?
Administrative expense has gone ballistic, but teaching expense is more or less flat.
It doesn't make sense.”
Source: Town Hall in Green Bay, Wisconsin, March 30, 2025
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ELON: ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE HAS RISEN, BUT TEACHING EXPENSE IS FLAT—IT DOESN’T MAKE SENSE
“I think teaching is a very important profession.
If you look at the expenditures, there's a very big rise in the number of administrators, but not a very big rise in the number of teachers.
And so that's really the big factor.
We should have more actual teachers.
And I believe in paying teachers well, and having a lot of teachers.
But we should say, why do we have so many administrators or non-teachers?
Administrative expense has gone ballistic, but teaching expense is more or less flat.
It doesn't make sense.”
Source: Town Hall in Green Bay, Wisconsin, March 30, 2025
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 TRUMP SECURES $1.5 TRILLION IN PRIVATE INVESTMENT IN 2025
Trump has driven a massive $1,508,128,000 in private investment in 2025, dwarfing the $1,056,852,000 secured during Biden’s 2021-2025 term, according to a chart by Total Private Investment Secured.
This surge reflects Trump’s policies, like tariffs and tax incentives, aimed at boosting American businesses and jobs.
The chart highlights a stark contrast, showing Trump’s focus on economic growth through private sector engagement, outpacing Biden’s efforts by nearly $452 million.
Source: @RapidReeponse47
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🇺🇸 TRUMP SECURES $1.5 TRILLION IN PRIVATE INVESTMENT IN 2025
Trump has driven a massive $1,508,128,000 in private investment in 2025, dwarfing the $1,056,852,000 secured during Biden’s 2021-2025 term, according to a chart by Total Private Investment Secured.
This surge reflects Trump’s policies, like tariffs and tax incentives, aimed at boosting American businesses and jobs.
The chart highlights a stark contrast, showing Trump’s focus on economic growth through private sector engagement, outpacing Biden’s efforts by nearly $452 million.
Source: @RapidReeponse47
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸🇵🇭 U.S. APPROVES 20 F-16 JETS FOR PHILIPPINES TO COUNTER CHINA
The U.S. has greenlit the sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, a $5.58 billion deal to strengthen a key ally in the Indo-Pacific amid tensions with China.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the sale boosts the Philippines’ air force, currently limited to 12 South Korean FA-50 jets, with advanced F-16 Block 70/72 models—16 single-seat and four dual-seat for training.
This follows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit, where he pledged to counter China’s aggression in the region.
China’s Foreign Ministry warned the deal shouldn’t harm third-party interests or regional peace.
Defense Secretary Hegseth:
“We aim to reestablish deterrence to counter China’s aggression.”
Source: CNN
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🇺🇸🇵🇭 U.S. APPROVES 20 F-16 JETS FOR PHILIPPINES TO COUNTER CHINA
The U.S. has greenlit the sale of 20 F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, a $5.58 billion deal to strengthen a key ally in the Indo-Pacific amid tensions with China.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the sale boosts the Philippines’ air force, currently limited to 12 South Korean FA-50 jets, with advanced F-16 Block 70/72 models—16 single-seat and four dual-seat for training.
This follows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s visit, where he pledged to counter China’s aggression in the region.
China’s Foreign Ministry warned the deal shouldn’t harm third-party interests or regional peace.
Defense Secretary Hegseth:
“We aim to reestablish deterrence to counter China’s aggression.”
Source: CNN
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🚨𝕏 IS AMERICA'S MOST POLITICALLY BALANCED PLATFORM
New Pew data confirms what Elon's been saying all along - 𝕏 now has the most balanced user base of any major social media platform.
With nearly identical Democrat (48%) and Republican (47%) news consumers, 𝕏 stands alone while other platforms skew heavily left.
Compare to Reddit's extreme 63%-34% Democrat advantage or TikTok's lopsided 55%-39% blue lean.
Only 𝕏 and YouTube manage anything resembling political balance in today's fractured digital landscape.
Source: Pew Research Center, @stat_sherpa
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🚨𝕏 IS AMERICA'S MOST POLITICALLY BALANCED PLATFORM
New Pew data confirms what Elon's been saying all along - 𝕏 now has the most balanced user base of any major social media platform.
With nearly identical Democrat (48%) and Republican (47%) news consumers, 𝕏 stands alone while other platforms skew heavily left.
Compare to Reddit's extreme 63%-34% Democrat advantage or TikTok's lopsided 55%-39% blue lean.
Only 𝕏 and YouTube manage anything resembling political balance in today's fractured digital landscape.
Source: Pew Research Center, @stat_sherpa
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
ELON: DEREGULATION IS ABOUT GIVING BUILDERS THE PERMISSION TO BUILD
“The cost of excess regulation on economic growth and prosperity is really underestimated.
If you basically don't even allow people to do things, make it illegal, the builders can't build.
America is a nation of builders, but we need to give the builders permission to build.
That's really what deregulation is all about, just letting people do things.”
Source: @DOGE Update on 𝕏, February 3, 202
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ELON: DEREGULATION IS ABOUT GIVING BUILDERS THE PERMISSION TO BUILD
“The cost of excess regulation on economic growth and prosperity is really underestimated.
If you basically don't even allow people to do things, make it illegal, the builders can't build.
America is a nation of builders, but we need to give the builders permission to build.
That's really what deregulation is all about, just letting people do things.”
Source: @DOGE Update on 𝕏, February 3, 202
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 🇨🇳 U.S. BANS GOVERNMENT WORKERS IN CHINA FROM DATING CHINESE CITIZENS
The U.S. has put a strict rule in place, stopping American government workers in China, along with their families and contractors who have security clearances, from having any romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens.
This new policy, started by former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns in January, covers the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, consulates in Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, Wuhan, and the consulate in Hong Kong.
It’s a big change, not seen since the Cold War, and comes from worries about Chinese intelligence using relationships to get secrets.
The only way out is if someone already has a relationship and gets special permission—otherwise, they have to end it or leave their job.
Source: U.S. News
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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 U.S. BANS GOVERNMENT WORKERS IN CHINA FROM DATING CHINESE CITIZENS
The U.S. has put a strict rule in place, stopping American government workers in China, along with their families and contractors who have security clearances, from having any romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens.
This new policy, started by former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns in January, covers the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, consulates in Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenyang, Wuhan, and the consulate in Hong Kong.
It’s a big change, not seen since the Cold War, and comes from worries about Chinese intelligence using relationships to get secrets.
The only way out is if someone already has a relationship and gets special permission—otherwise, they have to end it or leave their job.
Source: U.S. News
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 TRUMP IS AIMING TO FIX U.S. TRADE IMBALANCE WITH TARIFFS
Trump launched a major tariff plan to address the U.S. trade imbalance, spotlighted by Commerce Department charts showing a persistent deficit.
The data reveals goods imports far exceed exports, creating a large trade gap, while services maintain a surplus.
Trump’s strategy includes a 10% tariff on all imports, with higher rates like 54% for China, to tackle unfair trade practices and rebuild the U.S. economy.
These levies aim to boost American manufacturing by making foreign goods pricier, encouraging domestic production.
The charts highlight decades of trade challenges, which Trump seeks to reverse with this bold move.
Source: The Wall Street Journal
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🇺🇸 TRUMP IS AIMING TO FIX U.S. TRADE IMBALANCE WITH TARIFFS
Trump launched a major tariff plan to address the U.S. trade imbalance, spotlighted by Commerce Department charts showing a persistent deficit.
The data reveals goods imports far exceed exports, creating a large trade gap, while services maintain a surplus.
Trump’s strategy includes a 10% tariff on all imports, with higher rates like 54% for China, to tackle unfair trade practices and rebuild the U.S. economy.
These levies aim to boost American manufacturing by making foreign goods pricier, encouraging domestic production.
The charts highlight decades of trade challenges, which Trump seeks to reverse with this bold move.
Source: The Wall Street Journal
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2 hours ago
🔁Mario Nawfal:
🇺🇸 DEMS FILE LAWSUIT CHALLENGING TRUMP'S VOTER ID REQUIREMENTS
The DNC, Democratic Governors Association, and minority leaders Schumer and Jeffries have jointly sued President Trump over citizenship verification requirements at the polls.
The lawsuit targets Trump's executive order requiring proof of citizenship for federal elections - a measure supported by 84% of Americans in recent polling.
Republicans argue the suit reveals Democrats' true agenda on non-citizen voting.
Source: @BasedMikeLee
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🇺🇸 DEMS FILE LAWSUIT CHALLENGING TRUMP'S VOTER ID REQUIREMENTS
The DNC, Democratic Governors Association, and minority leaders Schumer and Jeffries have jointly sued President Trump over citizenship verification requirements at the polls.
The lawsuit targets Trump's executive order requiring proof of citizenship for federal elections - a measure supported by 84% of Americans in recent polling.
Republicans argue the suit reveals Democrats' true agenda on non-citizen voting.
Source: @BasedMikeLee
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