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Sindh govt asks varsities to follow online learning advisory
Several students have complained about lack of internet connections
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In Pakistan, IPPs offer to conduct forensic audit
Independent power producers say if evidence of wrongdoing found, they should be punished
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Millions unemployed as virus ravages US economy
Record 22m people have filed for jobless benefits since March 21
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Virus woes: Asian markets dive as fears mount
Seoul was flat, while Shanghai closed 0.3% higher and Singapore was up 0.7%
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Oil prices mixed, OPEC lowers demand forecast
Brent futures fell 0.7%, to $27.49 a barrel, while WTI rose 1.5%, to $20.17
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Gold price surges to Rs101,000 per tola
Uptrend comes mainly due to price rise in global market
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Pakistan sees increase in digital payments during coronavirus lockdown
People reduce use of banknotes out of fear of contracting virus
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Two decades of flawed policies: Power producers make billions in Pakistan
Inquiry reveals independent power producers in Pakistan made excessive profit due to flawed policies
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PTI govt vows to resolve liquidity crunch, cash flow issues
Finance adviser says comprehensive relief package will be offered to industry
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Pakistan wins $1.4b IMF emergency loan
Pakistan also expects to get $1.5b relief in shape of delay in repayment of loans to bilateral creditors
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5,000 'desperately required' Covid-19 test kits ‘mysteriously’ diverted in IOK
Following the development health officials stop taking samples from suspected coronavirus patients in Occupied Kashmir
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3,265 bodies brought to 30 graveyards of Karachi in 49 days, data reveals
No conclusive evidence found that the fatalities could be linked to Covid-19 as some local media reports claim
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WHO declares chloroquine made by 9 companies counterfeit
Fake medicines have been found in African countries like Congo, Cameroon and Nigeria
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UN warns economic downturn could kill hundreds of thousands of children in 2020
We must act now on each of these threats to our children,says UN secretary-general
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‘Islamic lifestyle vital to prevent infectious coronavirus’
'Modivirus' made the lives of Kashmiri people further miserable, says AJK President Sardar Masood Khan
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Pakistan fails to make any system to curb graft: Supreme Court
Says apex court is supposed to look into legal questions but NAB wants it to adjudicate graft case
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Sindh announces complete lockdown from 12 noon to 3pm on Friday
Decision comes after CM Shah's meeting with ulema delegation led by Mufti Muneebur Rehman
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Release of essential medication being delayed across Pakistan
Delay comes due to absence of signing authority at NCL
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Al-Aqsa mosque to be closed to worship in Ramazan amid virus
Al-Aqsa mosque in occupied East Jerusalem is world's 3rd-holiest site for Muslims
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Sugar inquiry report ‘one-sided’, PSMA tells FIA DG
Association writes letter to agency’s chief rejecting the findings of inquiry committee’s probe
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G-B minister resigns after scuffle with senior bureaucrat over Covid-19 lockdown
Dr Muhammad Iqbal says home secretary refuses to relax lockdown restrictions in region
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Sindh High Court suspends 20% tuition fee concession
Separately, SHC seeks details of distribution of rations 'infested with insects'
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FM Qureshi credits PM Imran for rich nations’ decision
G20 debt relief to have ‘substantial’ impact on Pakistan, says foreign minister
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Love wins: wedding preparations resume in Wuhan as coronavirus lockdown lifts
Weddings are resuming in Wuhan as authorities relax a strict lockdown that separated people for two months
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UK extends lockdown measures for at least 3 more weeks
UK has the fifth-highest official death toll from Covid-19 in the world
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Coronavirus hits ethnic minorities hardest in Britain
Public health authorities are now worried about how minority ethnic communities are hardest hit by Covid-19
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Drug smugglers hide $1.3 million worth of cocaine in face mask consignment
UK customs claim they are investigating who was behind this attempt
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IPL suspended 'until further notice', Sri Lanka offers to host
The eight-team league was initially suspended until Wednesday even as India entered a three-week lockdown last month
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The unsung heroes of coronavirus control room
They continue to provide help, on foot and by phone, despite people hanging up on them constantly
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How one mechanic is keeping his hands dirty during the lockdown
Enterprising Bablu Ustad is now providing motorcycle repair services at citizens' homes
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Mohammad Amir ranks Naseem Shah ahead of other Pakistan young pacers
The 28-year-old claimed that Naseem’s length set him apart from the other bowlers with similar pace
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Resilient rescue workers continue to fight coronavirus in Sindh
183 patients assisted by Sindh Rescue and Medical Services tested positive for Covid-19
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Explainer: Why are some South Koreans who recovered from coronavirus testing positive again?
Experts say among the main possibilities are re-infection, a relapse, or inconsistent tests
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Market watch: KSE-100 gains slightly as IMF approves debt relief
Benchmark index increases 87.27 points to settle at 31,329.46
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Trump to push for reopening US as millions more seek unemployment aid
States’ orders have crushed the nation’s economy to levels not seen since the Great Depression nearly a century ago
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Pakistan’s internet use surges amid coronavirus lockdown
There has been a 15% surge in internet usage since the lockdown came into effect, says PTA
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Europe coronavirus cases reach almost 1 million, coming weeks 'critical': WHO
In the past 10 days, the number of cases reported in Europe has nearly doubled, says WHO’s European director
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SBP slashes monetary policy rate to 9%
Revision comes due to deteriorating global and domestic outlook
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Women leaders the common link in countries with best responses to coronavirus
From Germany to Taiwan, women in leadership roles provide blueprint for male counterparts to deal with pandemic
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The best I faced: Former Australia cricketer heaps praise on Wasim Akram
The legendary former pacer is considered by many to be the greatest fast-bowler
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Indian gold demand could hit three-decade low as lockdown hits festivals, weddings
India’s gold consumption in 2020 could fall to 350 tonnes to 400 tonnes, down from 690.4 tonnes in 2019
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Taliban kill nine soldiers in Afghanistan
This comes as President Ashraf Ghani renewed his call on Taliban insurgents to cease-fire amid coronavirus pandemic
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Foreign exchange: SBP reserves rise $252m to $10.97b
Increase comes due to official inflows
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Watch: First trailer of Tom Hardy as 'Capone' revealed
The film focuses on the later life of the gangster as he struggles with dementia
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FIFA sees ‘encouraging developments’ made by PFF Normalisation Committee
Chairman Humza Khan world body’s statement is validation of good work done by committee
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Oil prices recover from sharp losses
Both Brent, WTI contracts are poised for weekly losses of around 10%
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Asian markets dive as virus hammers economy
Poor US economic figures spook investors, fuelling worries of full impact of pandemic
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ECB confirms talks with PCB over bidding for major ICC events
ICC have invited expression of interest from its members for events in the 2023-31 cycle
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Spain’s Covid-19 death toll officially reaches 19,130
Spanish government excludes, for now, over 3,000 more deaths reported by Catalan government, including Barcelona
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West must do more to stop China buying up technology: Former UK spy chief
John Sawers, the chief of MI6 said China was seeking to expand its global clout
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Four bodies, including missing security personnel, recovered in Quetta
Bodies of a missing ASF inspector, ex-CTD corporal, and two others were recovered from Quetta's Shaban area
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Lahore administration seals water park after 9-year-old girl's death; three officials arrested
Investigation launched to examine circumstances, determine negligence and assign responsibility
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PM stresses importance of reactivating regional cooperation in meeting with outgoing Saarc chief
Reaffirms Pakistan's steadfast commitment to the Saarc Charter
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FATA, PATA won’t pay taxes until given NFC share: K-P Governor Kundi
Warns against tax collection from tribal areas, challenges authorities to visit the region, witness ground realities
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Karachi police arrests 3 suspects over young doctor's murder during Teen Talwar robbery
Cops confiscate weapons, mobile phones and vehicles used by the suspects
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Fazl in hot water as pleas reach Punjab courts over remarks on martyrs
Lahore court issues notice to NCCIA on plea seeking FIR against Fazl over remarks
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Bilawal proposes reconciliation commission to resolve AJK crisis, calls violence 'national tragedy'
Urges all stakeholders to pursue political solution to the crisis
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PA speaker demands apology from JUI-F chief over remarks about martyrs
Says such statements harmful to national unity
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France announces closure of Karachi diplomatic mission
Says the decision has been taken by the French government solely for budgetary reasons
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Dar reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to SCO ahead of chairmanship
DPM tells SCO chief Pakistan ready to work closely with member states before assuming bloc's chairmanship in September
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PM Shehbaz calls for greater global coordination on climate disasters in meeting with UN aid chief
Separately, PM reviews monsoon preparedness with NDMA chief, orders closer coordination with provincial governments
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Pakistan envoy gifts FIFA World Cup football 'Trionda' to US IDFC chief
Welcomes US IDFC's interest in investing in key sectors of Pakistan's economy
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Three more terrorists killed in ongoing Operation Shaban: security sources
Since July 5, total of 126 terrorists have been killed in operations and other IBOs
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PPP threatens agitation over Lahore rally denial
PPP Lahore president said party would proceed with its scheduled July 25 programme regardless of circumstances
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PTI to finalise Aug 5 protest strategy today
With calls from within the party and from PTI founder Imran Khan's family to intensify pressure on the government
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PSX rebounds as KSE-100 gains over 1,760 points
Investors absorb geopolitical shock, return to blue-chip stocks despite US-Iran tensions
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PM Shehbaz directs FBR officials to hold monthly meetings with Karachi businesses
Says regular engagement will help resolve business concerns, improve tax compliance and promote investment
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Oil prices rise as hostilities worsen in the Middle East
Brent futures climb 99 cents, or 1.2%, to $85.72 a barrel
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Pakistan, Spain to boost agricultural ties
Food minister, envoy discuss agri-tech, trade expansion
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PSX plunges 6,400 points on ME tensions
KSE-100 succumbs to broad-based selling; regional conflict rattles markets
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China trade surges16.9% in H1
High-tech and green exports drive growth as imports jump, though global risks loom
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Industrialists protest LDA, RUDA actions
Hundreds demand regularisation, inquiry into Masood Tech incident as LCCI warns of job losses
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Policy amended to avoid US tariffs
Pakistan restricts import of goods from countries using forced, compulsory labour
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More than 300 exhibitors to showcase dyes, chemicals
Running alongside the exhibition will be the Digital Textile Printing Industry Expo
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Auto sector urges caution on tariff reforms
NTP 2025-30 pits protection against productivity; new entrants fail to localise
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Oil hits one-month high over Hormuz tensions
Brent surges to $84.54 as renewed attacks heighten supply fears
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Gold falls despite global surge
Down Rs5,600/tola; buying stays strong in China and Ghana amid volatility
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PIA buyers get Rs14.2b properties
Senate committee told assets in India, Netherlands, US part of Rs55b deal
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Dada Partners advises Nishat Group on Pakistan's largest private cross-border listed acquisition
The transaction, valued at approximately Rs66 billion, resulted in Nishat Group acquiring a 75.9% stake in the company
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Gold prices drop Rs5,600 per tola locally
On Monday, gold price fell by Rs3,800 per tola in local market
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Italy rejects relatives' appeals in Pakistani teen Saman Abbas honour killing case against life sentences
Italian prime minister hails verdict
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India-UK trade pact takes effect, cutting tariffs and boosting services trade
Trade pact cuts tariffs on thousands of goods and expands market access for services firms and professionals
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Iran says no talks with US planned, focus remains on defending country
US targets Iranian missile sites on Greater Tunb Island in new wave of strikes: CENTCOM
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Iran says more than 30 civilians killed in recent attacks on south
Military vows 'decisive response' after US missile strike kills 7 soldiers, injures 13 others
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Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque, chant provocative slogans
Israeli forces carried out 26 incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in June
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Brutal killing of 11-year-old highlights unrelenting sexual violence in India
National Crime Records Bureau states that over 80 rapes are reported to police every day
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China's DeepSeek to raise fresh capital at $74 billion valuation ahead of onshore IPO, sources say
Back-to-back fundraising plans underline strong investor appetite for one of China's most closely watched AI companies
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China turns to electric taxis to soften Hormuz oil shock
About half of China's 1.3 million-strong taxi fleet is electric, according to the Ministry of Transport
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Files relating to India’s largest nuclear power plant Kudankulam exposed in data breach
Leaked files could be exploited to map the plant's support systems and pinpoint weaknesses in the security chain
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China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers
Beijing accuses Washington of 'double standards and coercion' amid sanctions push
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Over 160 arrested in France after incidents following World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain
Detentions in Paris mostly linked to firework mortars allegedly aimed at police
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Israeli blasts, drone flights hit Lebanon as 6th round of Rome talks with Israel continues
Lebanon's Aoun backs US-sponsored framework as talks with Israel continue
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Trump's ICC order violates free speech, advocacy groups say in lawsuit
Groups say sanctions punish rights defenders, stifle Americans' political expression
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'We should not treat AI as a threat,' Australian premier rolls out new AI framework
New set of standards to provide rules for data centers, minimum water usage, underwrite or supply their own power
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Iran accuses US of violating memorandum of understanding in letter to UN
Iran's UN envoy accuses US of war crimes, saying it has 'systematically undermined' ceasefire memorandum
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Spain’s anaconda grip crushes French World Cup dream
Spain are now within one victory of completing a World Cup-European Championship double
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Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Oyarzabal and Porro scored in 2-0 victory
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‘Thiaw salary demands caused World Cup downfall’
Senegal were knocked out in the last 32
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Norway team receives hero’s welcome
They crashed out in the last eight against England
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Cooling logistics more important
The riders themselves have been coping admirably
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Knight wants more red-ball cricket
England Women suffered defeat against India Women in the only Test
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Walker smacks four in a row to snatch derby victory
He smashed home runs on the last four pitches
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Maligned Spence morphs into England super sub
He has silenced his critics by bringing pace, energy and passion
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Younis Khan Appointed League Commissioner of KCL
Former Pakistan captain will lead the league’s cricket operations and technical affairs
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France ready to fight Spain for midfield control in World Cup semi-final
Spain built their run to the last 4 around their ability to dominate the ball, control the rhythm of matches
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Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
Messi earns 200th Argentina cap, eyes another World Cup final
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England open door to Flower return
McCullum had been sacked from his red-ball role
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Van der Poel wins Tour de France stage nine
He won a sprint amongst his three breakaway companions
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‘Unbelievable to be on Lord's honours board’
Bhatia became the first woman to score a Test century at the 'Home of Cricket'




























































































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