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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

Since my son went missing two years ago, the search has been emotional and relentless

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Inside the vitallifeline helping missing children across the UK

The Independent supports critical journalism and provides resources for young people in crisis through initiatives like the SafeCall helpline.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago
Media industry

My son went to a party two years ago and didn't come home every day is a struggle'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Call for crime victims' compensation cap to be lifted

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the need for support to continue reporting on important stories.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

My son went to a party two years ago and didn't come home every day is a struggle'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Call for crime victims' compensation cap to be lifted

The Independent provides crucial journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the need for support to continue reporting on important stories.
#immigration
NYC parents
fromABC7 Chicago
12 hours ago

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

A young girl suffered alleged sexual abuse in foster care after being separated from her mother at the U.S.-Mexico border.
NYC parents
fromABC7 Chicago
12 hours ago

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

A young girl suffered alleged sexual abuse in foster care after being separated from her mother at the U.S.-Mexico border.
fromBoston.com
5 hours ago

New Bedford man gets decades-long prison sentence for raping young relative

The victim shared numerous incidents of 'indecent touching' and accounts of rape by 'penile penetration' by Turcios Torres, the DA's said.
SF parents
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

They're making them disappear again': families fear Mexico's missing are being erased

Over 130,000 people have disappeared in Mexico due to drug cartel violence, with authorities downplaying the crisis and families demanding accountability.
fromThe Atlantic
15 hours ago

The Man Holding MAHA Together

Tony Lyons believes that Republicans can secure the midterm elections by embracing the Make America Healthy Again movement, particularly its popular initiatives like banning soda from SNAP benefits.
Right-wing politics
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 hours ago

Why is conversion therapy so harmful? It's all about how young people form their identities. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy significantly harms LGBTQ+ youth, increasing suicidality and emotional distress during their critical identity-forming years.
#gun-violence
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Vigil held for Kaori Patterson-Moore, Brooklyn baby killed in shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed in a shooting in East Williamsburg, prompting community support and calls for intervention programs.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Family mourns infant shot dead in Brooklyn who had just taken first steps, said first word

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn by a stray bullet, leaving her family devastated and mourning her loss.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Video shows heart-wrenching moment NYC mom realizes her 7-month-old daughter was shot dead

A young mother discovered her 7-month-old daughter had been shot by a stray bullet while in a stroller in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Vigil held for Kaori Patterson-Moore, Brooklyn baby killed in shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed in a shooting in East Williamsburg, prompting community support and calls for intervention programs.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Family mourns infant shot dead in Brooklyn who had just taken first steps, said first word

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn by a stray bullet, leaving her family devastated and mourning her loss.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Video shows heart-wrenching moment NYC mom realizes her 7-month-old daughter was shot dead

A young mother discovered her 7-month-old daughter had been shot by a stray bullet while in a stroller in Brooklyn.
#missing-person
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
14 hours ago

Loved ones give update on search for missing Bay Area coffeeshop owner

Amy Hillyard, a Bay Area coffeeshop owner, has been missing since March 25, prompting extensive search efforts by family, friends, and law enforcement.
Boston
fromwww.boston.com
3 days ago

15-year-old Charlestown girl reported missing

Boston police seek public assistance in locating missing 15-year-old girl, Hayden Fletcher, last seen in Charlestown.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Search continues for missing Oakland woman Amy Hillyard last seen in park area

The search for missing Oakland coffee shop owner Amy Hillyard intensifies as community and law enforcement join efforts to locate her.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Sister of missing Scarborough man renews appeals for information in his disappearance | CBC News

Tatev Stepanyan seeks information on her brother Taron's disappearance, now a potential homicide case, after two years without answers.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
14 hours ago

Loved ones give update on search for missing Bay Area coffeeshop owner

Amy Hillyard, a Bay Area coffeeshop owner, has been missing since March 25, prompting extensive search efforts by family, friends, and law enforcement.
Boston
fromwww.boston.com
3 days ago

15-year-old Charlestown girl reported missing

Boston police seek public assistance in locating missing 15-year-old girl, Hayden Fletcher, last seen in Charlestown.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Search continues for missing Oakland woman Amy Hillyard last seen in park area

The search for missing Oakland coffee shop owner Amy Hillyard intensifies as community and law enforcement join efforts to locate her.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Sister of missing Scarborough man renews appeals for information in his disappearance | CBC News

Tatev Stepanyan seeks information on her brother Taron's disappearance, now a potential homicide case, after two years without answers.
Boston
fromBoston.com
15 hours ago

NH suspect who allegedly shot at family members killed in officer-involved shooting

A wanted man was killed in a shootout with police after allegedly wounding an officer during an attempted arrest in New Hampshire.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'He deserved every day he served': Paedophile Pat Salmon (89) dies four months into three-year jail term

Pat Salmon, who was sentenced for the repeated sexual assault of a five-year-old girl, died in the Mater Hospital after serving only four months of his three-year sentence.
London politics
#murder
US news
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Mom accused of killing baby son freed of ankle bracelet

A mother accused of killing her newborn has been allowed to remove her ankle monitor while awaiting trial for murder and child abuse.
US news
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Mom accused of killing baby son freed of ankle bracelet

A mother accused of killing her newborn has been allowed to remove her ankle monitor while awaiting trial for murder and child abuse.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Dogs and People: Stories of Redemption and Mutual Rescue

Canine redemption narratives shape perceptions of mutual rescue between humans and dogs, reflecting broader themes of responsibility and redemption in society.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Not everyone who avoids asking for help is proud. Some of them asked once, received it with a lecture attached, and learned that the cost of support was a small erosion of standing they could never quite earn back. - Silicon Canals

Asking for help can lead to unintended consequences that affect relationships and self-perception.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

15 attorney killings remain unsolved, Baja California Bar Association says

Fifteen attorney killings in Baja California remain unsolved, raising concerns about safety and police response.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Is Eradicating Adverse Childhood Experiences Critical?

Nearly 90 percent of suicide attempts among high school students are attributable to ACEs, as are 80 percent of adult suicides, translating to 109 suicides per day.
Public health
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

My Mom Got a Call That I Was in a Horrific Accident. What She Did Next Can't Be Undone.

Scammers exploit emotional vulnerabilities, making it crucial to educate and protect against future scams.
Higher education
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Student who missed exams after being raped appeals against ruling in favour of UCD

A female medical student claims University College Dublin inadequately supported her after being raped and facing image-based abuse.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
#ice-detention
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Canadian woman held with daughter by ICE is released after nearly three weeks of detention

A Canadian woman and her daughter were released from ICE detention after nearly three weeks, facing potential deportation despite claims of valid immigration status.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Canadian woman held with daughter by ICE is released after nearly three weeks of detention

A Canadian woman and her daughter were released from ICE detention after nearly three weeks, facing potential deportation despite claims of valid immigration status.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

They Had to Clean Solitary Cells. What They Saw Forced Them to Quit.

Solitary confinement work is demoralizing and involves invasive strip searches, contributing to severe mental health issues among incarcerated individuals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Remembering an Angel With a Traumatic Brain Injury

Laura, despite severe brain damage, radiated joy and built meaningful connections with caregivers, enriching their lives through her infectious spirit.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

Hawaii Is Open for Travelers After Historic Storms-Here's How to Help Local Communities Recover

More than two trillion gallons of water-enough to fill three million Olympic-sized pools-fell across the state, marking the most severe storm conditions in nearly two decades.
Miami food
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Not everyone who chooses a partner with visible problems is making bad decisions. Some of them are choosing people whose damage is louder than their own, because as long as they're fixing someone else, nobody turns the spotlight around and asks what broke them. - Silicon Canals

People often choose partners with visible problems to avoid confronting their own internal issues.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Family of man killed in 2020 arrest to sue French state

The family of Cedric Chouviat seeks to hold the French state liable for his death during a police arrest in 2020.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

A Court Settlement Made Me a Millionaire. I've Barely Touched the Money.

Natalie received over a million dollars in a major abuse settlement after being sexually abused by her university gynecologist.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

NYPD searching for young sisters from Coney Island

NYPD is searching for two missing sisters, Jerzayah and Jeliyeh Singleton, last seen leaving their Coney Island home.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 DC
1 day ago

Vigil held Saturday for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore killed in Brooklyn shooting

A Brooklyn community held a vigil to honor 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was fatally shot in a tragic incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Vigil today for 7-month-old baby Kaori Patterson-Moore, killed in heartbreaking Brooklyn shooting

A vigil is planned in Brooklyn to honor 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was fatally shot, emphasizing community support and healing.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 DC
1 day ago

Vigil held Saturday for 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore killed in Brooklyn shooting

A Brooklyn community held a vigil to honor 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was fatally shot in a tragic incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Vigil today for 7-month-old baby Kaori Patterson-Moore, killed in heartbreaking Brooklyn shooting

A vigil is planned in Brooklyn to honor 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, who was fatally shot, emphasizing community support and healing.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Giuffre family urges UK's King Charles to meet Epstein survivors in US

Virginia Giuffre's family urges King Charles to meet with victims during his upcoming US visit.
#arson
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Southern California sisters face losing mom to brain cancer, father to deportation

A Big Bear handyman faces deportation while his wife battles Stage 4 brain cancer, prompting their daughters to seek legal assistance.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Santa Monica man charged with kidnapping of UCLA student, rape of a separate woman

A Santa Monica man has been charged with rape and kidnapping related to two separate incidents involving female victims.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Research suggests people who feel more empathy for dogs than humans aren't broken - their empathy is fully intact, it's just been directed toward the only available recipient that has never weaponized it, and a person whose empathy has been weaponized enough times eventually stops handing it to anyone who could do it again - Silicon Canals

Empathy can be selective, often directed more towards animals than humans due to psychological and biological factors.
Mental health
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Autistic people are more likely to experience suicidal crisis. 988 is changing to serve them better

The 988 Lifeline is a crucial resource for suicide prevention, but autistic individuals face unique challenges when using it.
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 days ago

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

Officers responding to the scene found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head and an 18-year-old woman with gunshot wounds to the head and chest.
New York City
fromLady Freethinker
5 days ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

The new role was prompted in part by a disturbing case last year involving a dog that had been stabbed by her guardian live on social media. The dog's former guardian was ultimately sentenced to two to seven years in prison, and the dog has since been placed with a new family.
Pets
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

The Psychology of Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is a severe human rights violation, often misunderstood, with survivors criminalized instead of protected and rooted in societal norms.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

File sent to DPP on couple at centre of Baby John mystery

The garda investigation into a Kerry couple who were arrested on suspicion of murder of an infant child more than 40 years ago has concluded, with a file sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
UK news
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Child arrested after horrific bullying attack left schoolgirl, 12, dead

This arrest is an important step toward accountability, but it does not change the bigger truth: this tragedy was entirely preventable, attorney Robert Glassman of Panish Shea Ravipudi LLP wrote in a statement obtained by CBS News.
NYC parents
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Federal government allocates $15 million for new treatment facilities for first responders with post-traumatic stress injuries in Greater Toronto Area.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. couple sentenced to prison for manslaughter in death of infant foster child

A couple was sentenced to prison for manslaughter after their foster child's death due to neglect and failure to seek medical care.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Child seen in sex abuse videos identified after researcher spots school badge

Internet Watch Foundation researchers identified a child sexual abuse victim after years of searching by recognizing her school uniform in images, enabling police to locate and help her.
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago

Where Do the Disappeared Go? | The Walrus

There is nothing more dangerous than an enforced disappearance. Think about the word for a moment: disappearance. Imagine waking up to find that a relative has vanished without a trace, or that you've been torn away from your family with no explanation. When you're disappeared, anything can happen to you, from verbal humiliation to physical torture or even death.
World news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
London food
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Body of woman discovered on grounds of University Hospital Limerick

A woman in her 50s was found deceased in a car at University Hospital Limerick's emergency department parking area; gardai suspect a medical emergency rather than foul play.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Fresh hope for justice as anonymous letter surfaces in fatal fire probe

An anonymous letter may provide crucial information about a fire that killed six family members nearly 14 years ago.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Death of refugee left in parking lot by Border Patrol ruled a homicide

Shah Alam was 'a blind man who could not speak English and left outside a closed Tim Hortons coffee shop completely defenseless against the bitter cold February night by Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security,' New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said. 'Every individual involved in the death of Mr. Shah Alam must be held fully accountable.'
US news
SF parents
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

DHS says local mom was killed due to county's sanctuary policy

Homeland Security blames Santa Clara County's sanctuary policy for the murder of Kembery Chirinos-Flores by two undocumented Honduran men.
California
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Elderly victim lured into car, robbed of life savings in sick lottery scam

An elderly woman was robbed of $45,000 in a lottery scam targeting seniors in Santa Ana.
Law
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Disclosing Abuse: How to Choose the Right Person to Tell

Many childhood abuse victims remain silent due to fear of judgment and disbelief, but choosing the right person to confide in can provide support.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

25-year-old accused of killing girlfriend in SF home out on bail: 'Random and horrible tragedy'

Nation Wood faces involuntary manslaughter charges after the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Samantha Emge, in their home.
UK news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Man sentenced for raping 2 women in Framingham store in 1989

Stephen Paul Gale was sentenced to at least 50 years in prison for raping two women in 1989, likely resulting in his death behind bars.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Celtic pay out five-figure sum to sexual abuse victim

Celtic settled a historic sexual abuse case by paying a five-figure sum to a victim of Frank Cairney's abuse at Celtic Boys Club in 1989.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Human remains found on California beach in 2022 identified as missing man

Human remains found in California in 2022 were identified as Walter Karl Kinney, a banker who disappeared in 1999.
US news
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Worcester man gets 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting minors

Antonio Merced was sentenced to 30 years for sexually abusing three children and possessing child pornography.
SF parents
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16

Sophia Scott's family faces the challenges of her rare, incurable condition, Sanfilippo syndrome, which causes childhood dementia and impacts their lives significantly.
SF parents
fromHigh Country News
5 days ago

A DNA archive critical to identifying missing migrants has itself gone missing - High Country News

Colibrí Center's missing-persons database has become inaccessible, leaving families without hope for identifying missing migrants.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Family appeals to Arizona community for clues in ongoing disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

The family believes someone in Tucson or in southern Arizona may 'hold the key to finding the resolution in this case.' They urged people to go back over their memories between Jan. 31 - when Nancy Guthrie was last seen - and Feb. 1 as well as the evening of Jan. 11.
US news
fromThe Bold Italic
1 month ago

Missing story or content

If you were looking for a specific story and landed here, we're sorry - that content has been misplaced. The Bold Italic has recently undergone a massive transition. After moving across several platforms over the last decade, some legacy content didn't make the final trip. We've already logged your broken link. This helps us see which stories are most missed so we can try to recover them.
San Francisco
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Nancy Guthrie case: How do families of missing people cope with the uncertainty?

Families of missing persons experience ambiguous loss—a traumatic state of uncertainty without closure that profoundly disrupts daily functioning and emotional well-being.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Private investigators are being used by perpetrators to locate and surveil victims, undermining safety and requiring statutory regulation, mandatory abuse training, and accountability.
Mental health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

California mental health advocate killed by her husband, officials say

Celinda Jane Gonzales, a Yurok mental health advocate and suicide-prevention worker, was killed in an apparent murder-suicide by her husband in Humboldt County.
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