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Privacy technologies
fromFortune
9 hours ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
#police-misconduct
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

San Bernardino Police slammed handcuffed teen to the ground, lawsuit alleges

An 18-year-old woman sued San Bernardino police for alleged excessive force during an arrest, resulting in serious injuries and false accusations.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

VIDEO: San Leandro officers 'dump' homeless man in Oakland; I-Team questions PD supervisor

San Leandro police handcuffed a homeless man and abandoned him in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Paedophile City of London police officer granted anonymity due to health concerns

A constable resigned after being caught with child abuse images, damaging police legitimacy and failing to protect vulnerable individuals.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

San Bernardino Police slammed handcuffed teen to the ground, lawsuit alleges

An 18-year-old woman sued San Bernardino police for alleged excessive force during an arrest, resulting in serious injuries and false accusations.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

VIDEO: San Leandro officers 'dump' homeless man in Oakland; I-Team questions PD supervisor

San Leandro police handcuffed a homeless man and abandoned him in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Paedophile City of London police officer granted anonymity due to health concerns

A constable resigned after being caught with child abuse images, damaging police legitimacy and failing to protect vulnerable individuals.
Chicago
fromTruthout
14 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
#nypd
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
18 hours ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
Mental health
fromHoodline
3 hours ago

NYPD Head Therapist Resigns Amid Moonlighting Probe

NYPD's mental health official resigned after allegations of billing for hours not worked while moonlighting out of state.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
16 hours 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.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
18 hours ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
Mental health
fromHoodline
3 hours ago

NYPD Head Therapist Resigns Amid Moonlighting Probe

NYPD's mental health official resigned after allegations of billing for hours not worked while moonlighting out of state.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
16 hours 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.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
#police-accountability
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Santa Clara County sheriff reports drop in use of force cases - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office reports a year-over-year decline in use of force incidents, with 603 reported in 2025.
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.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

North Andover police working to get body cameras after Kelsey Fitzsimmons shooting

North Andover is implementing a body-worn camera program for police to enhance accountability and seek grant funding to reduce taxpayer costs.
#shooting
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
#immigration-enforcement
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
#police-shooting
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

US news
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

City councilors call on Boston police to release footage of fatal shooting

Boston police fatally shot Stephenson King during a carjacking investigation after he refused commands and struck a police cruiser with a vehicle.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

US news
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

City councilors call on Boston police to release footage of fatal shooting

Boston police fatally shot Stephenson King during a carjacking investigation after he refused commands and struck a police cruiser with a vehicle.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
1 day ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
Education
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

Isaiah Jamon Andrews, 20, of Kern, Washington, is suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old man at a hotel in Seattle on October 15.
Boston food
US Elections
fromKqed
3 days ago

California Media Seek Access to Secret Warrants in Sheriff's Ballot Seizure Case | KQED

Sheriff Bianco obtained warrants to investigate ballot discrepancies in Riverside County, but the investigation is currently on hold due to legal challenges.
#domestic-violence
US politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Sunnyvale Homicide Being Used By Homeland Security to Argue Against Sanctuary Policies

The Sunnyvale domestic violence homicide case has been politicized by DHS due to the suspects' deportation history.
US politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Sunnyvale Homicide Being Used By Homeland Security to Argue Against Sanctuary Policies

The Sunnyvale domestic violence homicide case has been politicized by DHS due to the suspects' deportation history.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
#metropolitan-police
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Met Police detective sacked over use of sex workers and class A drugs on trips abroad

A Metropolitan Police detective was dismissed for using sex workers and Class A drugs over seven years, breaching professional conduct standards.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Met Police detective sacked over use of sex workers and class A drugs on trips abroad

A Metropolitan Police detective was dismissed for using sex workers and Class A drugs over seven years, breaching professional conduct standards.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
6 days ago

Why a Private Company Is Investigating Rapes at an ICE Detention Center Instead of the Sheriff | KQED

CoreCivic does not conduct criminal investigations of sexual abuse allegations at Otay Mesa Detention Center, referring them to law enforcement instead.
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
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.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Second suspect sought in fatal shooting of 7-month-old Brooklyn girl in stroller

A 7-month-old girl was killed by gunfire in Brooklyn, with police searching for the moped driver and passenger involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Brooklyn cop cleared in fatal shooting of knife-wielding man who told police to fire: AG

A Brooklyn cop will not face charges for fatally shooting a knife-wielding man who threatened officers.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

Man Shot Dead On NYC Street, Suspect Still At Large: NYPD

A suspect is being sought after Edwin Guevarez Jr. was fatally shot in Brooklyn's East New York neighborhood.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Second suspect sought in fatal shooting of 7-month-old Brooklyn girl in stroller

A 7-month-old girl was killed by gunfire in Brooklyn, with police searching for the moped driver and passenger involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Brooklyn cop cleared in fatal shooting of knife-wielding man who told police to fire: AG

A Brooklyn cop will not face charges for fatally shooting a knife-wielding man who threatened officers.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

Man Shot Dead On NYC Street, Suspect Still At Large: NYPD

A suspect is being sought after Edwin Guevarez Jr. was fatally shot in Brooklyn's East New York neighborhood.
fromInvestigative Post
2 days ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth Accused of Blocking Promotions of a Dozen Officers Due to Race, Gender: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is accused of blocking promotions of military officers based on race, gender, and political affiliations.
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.
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
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

A stolen vehicle chase by San Francisco police ended on the Bay Bridge, resulting in the suspect's arrest amid heavy traffic.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Police chiefs failed to tackle racism due to lack of leadership, watchdog finds

Promises to address racial bias in policing have failed due to lack of national leadership and internal resistance within police culture.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Law enforcement watchdogs get more teeth when seeking records after state court ruling

Civilian oversight bodies in California can now subpoena law enforcement records during whistleblower investigations, enhancing transparency.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Boston police officer criminally charged after allegedly leaving loaded gun unsecured in vehicle

A Boston police officer faces charges for improper storage of firearms found unsecured in his vehicle during a domestic dispute investigation.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Armed officers guarding Sadiq Khan left bag of guns outside home in major security blunder

Armed officers left a bag with weapons near London Mayor Sadiq Khan's home, prompting an investigation and temporary removal of five officers from duty.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Man Sought After Forcible Touching Near 64th St

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Bensonhurst on March 6, 2026.
#queens
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

'OPD rendered no aid': Marvin Boomer's loved ones slam police and CHP in legal filing

Oakland police allegedly failed to assist a crash survivor while her boyfriend lay dead, leading to a legal claim of negligence.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

More ABC7 viewers share issues with rising mail theft in San Jose communities

Mail theft in San Jose is escalating, with residents experiencing repeated incidents and significant financial losses.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Feds Storm NYC Councilmember's Home, Seize Devices in Pre-Dawn Raid

Federal agents raided the homes of Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister as part of a corruption investigation into migrant shelter contracts.
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.
US news
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
US politics
fromKqed
5 days ago

Agents of Chaos: Border Patrol's Year of Unchecked Force | KQED

DHS agents' actions raise concerns about accountability and credibility in law enforcement.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
fromKqed
5 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 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.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
US news
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
New York City
fromCity Journal
5 days ago

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

SFPD credits surveillance drones with aiding crime decline but some have privacy concerns

San Francisco experiences a decline in crime attributed to new technology like drones, despite privacy concerns raised by critics.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
#oakland-police-department
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Roving security team to tackle surge in antisocial behaviour in Dublin parks

A new Mobile Security Crew will patrol city parks to deter antisocial behavior during a six-month trial period.
Privacy professionals
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

LAPD's relationship with Flock Safety under scrutiny from oversight body

The Los Angeles Police Commission requested a report on how Flock Safety stores and shares license plate reader data, citing federal access during immigration enforcement operations.
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Black people are 48 times more likely to be stopped by police' in these London areas

Black people in affluent London areas face disproportionately higher police stop and search rates, up to 48 times more likely than white people, with inconsistent stated reasons for searches.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

ICE agents reveal daily arrest quotas and surveillance app in rare court testimony

ICE agents in Oregon used a custom app called Elite to target neighborhoods and maintained daily arrest quotas, contradicting DHS claims of no quotas, as revealed in federal court testimony.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Two teen girls arrested after street disturbance

Officers were called to Clapham High Street on Tuesday evening and put a dispersal order in place to move the young people out of the area.
London politics
NYC politics
fromAtlanta Black Star
3 weeks ago

'It's Shameful ... Treated Like an Animal': Black Men Sue NYPD After Officers Searched Their Cars During Minor Traffic Stops Even After They Refused Consent

NYPD vehicle searches disproportionately target Black and Hispanic drivers, with over 84% of searches targeting these groups compared to less than 4% of white drivers, despite contraband being found in less than 4% of searches.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Suspected prowler allegedly engaged in 'inappropriate behavior,' linked to 6 Oakland incidents: OPD

Oakland police link a man to at least six prowling incidents in East Oakland neighborhoods, with reports beginning in March 2025 and ongoing investigations in Maxwell Park.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
2 months ago

AI Surveillance Systems Are Causing a Staggering Number of Wrongful Arrests

AI surveillance in schools generates many false positive alerts, triggering arrests, involuntary detentions, and traumatic experiences for students.
Mental health
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Body-Cam Hustle

A viral police video from April's past continues to haunt her despite three years of sobriety and significant personal and professional recovery.
#police-use-of-force
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Who is accountable? ICE killing in Minnesota reignites Bay Area debate over police shootings of drivers

It could describe the killing of Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman, Wednesday by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis - an act that has already divided the nation, with critics denouncing it as an unlawful killing and President Donald Trump and his administration framing the encounter as "terrorism" by a woman who "weaponized her vehicle" against law enforcement.
US politics
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