Tuesday, July 31, 2012

GMA-7 puts “Together Forever” on Saturday, “Manny Many Prizes” on Sunday

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GMA-7 is empowering its weekend viewership by changing the lineup of Saturday and Sunday shows a little beginning August 4, 2012.

Together Forever, which stars Julie Anne San Jose and Elmo Magalona, is moved from its Sunday afternoon timeslot to Saturday afternoon after Star Talk TX. The move can be seen as Together Forever’s surrender to its Sunday afternoon rival show, ABS-CBN’s LUV U.

Manny Pacquiao’s Manny Many Prizes, on the other hand, will move to Saturday in the after-Party Pilipinas timeslot left by Together Forever.

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“Skyfall” international trailer released

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A new international trailer has been released for Skyfall by MGM and Columbia Pictures. It is coming to theaters in November.

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The official trailer, which is two and a half-minute long, shows more of the storyline of the 23rd 007 movie. And James Bond’s (Daniel Craig) loyalty to M will really be tested this time as M’s past comes back to haunt her.

“The X Factor Philippines” Final 12 in first live show this Saturday (August 4)

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The country’s biggest musical event of the year “The X Factor Philippines” recently unveiled its 12 finalists who will compete in the much-awaited live shows beginning this Saturday (Aug 4) and face the fifth and most critical judge in the competition— the viewing public.

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Judge-mentor Martin Nievera, together with international singing sensation Arnel Pineda as his chosen guest celebrity judge, picked student Gabriel Anciano, college graduate Jeric Medina, and another student, Kedebon Colim, to represent the Boys (solo male performers 16-25 yrs old).

Movements to solve classroom shortage in “Krusada” (August 2)

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Broadcast journalist Abner Mercado will feature bold Filipinos who have made building classrooms in the country their personal crusade in this Thursday’s (August 2) “Krusada” on ABS-CBN.

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Catch the story and campaign of lawyer Angelo Valencia who has pioneered classroom-building projects in Mt. Pulag, the highest peak in Luzon, where students used to travel far just to attend classes everyday.

Old man’s love for his dogs featured in “MMK” this Saturday (August 4)

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“Maalaala Mo Kaya” presents a special heartwarming ‘love story’ this Saturday (August 4) of a 70-year-old man named Lolo Jessie (Nanding Josef) and his pet dogs Simba and Brownie, who taught him the meaning of a true family.

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Although grateful for his nephew who let him stay with his family, Lolo Jessie had no choice but to leave because his nephew’s wife was not in favor of having dogs in their house.

Kathryn Bernardo intimidated with Gretchen Barretto

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ABS-CBN’s primetime princess Kathryn Bernardo has confessed that she was initially intimidated by the regal presence of award-winning actress Gretchen Barretto in their ‘royal teleserye,’ “Princess and I.”

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Kathryn admitted that she was so starstruck when she had her first scenes with Gretchen, now popularly known as ‘Ashi Behati,’ the despicable mother of Dasho Jao (Enrique Gil).

Will EU help Philippines over Scarborough Shoal disputes?

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European Union (EU) ambassador to the Philippines Guy Ledoux takes the spotlight in “The Bottomline With Boy Abunda” this Saturday (August 4) to set the issues straight regarding the recently closed Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) between the Philippines and EU.

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Ledoux will shed light on how the PCA will address some of world’s pressing problems such as promoting international peace, security, and human rights.

Xyriel Manabat teaches the value of protecting environment in “Wansapanataym” (August 4)

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Award-winning child actress Xyriel Manabat teaches the whole family about the value of protecting the environment in a special episode of “Wansapanataym” this Saturday (August 4).

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In the ‘Fairy Garden’ episode, Xyriel gives life to the role of Rose, a girl who has no respect for nature. As she continues to kill and ruin all the plants that her mom planted, Rose discovers that there are magical pixies looking after their garden. Will Rose finally learn to value and take care of her surroundings when she puts her mom’s life at risk?

Enchong, Enrique, Jessy and Julia topbill coming-of-age comedy “The Reunion”

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Star Cinema pumps up the silverscreen with its ultimate ‘barkada’ movie event of the year titled “The Reunion,” which gathers four of the most promising actors of their generation–Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil, Kean Cipriano, and Xian Lim. “The Reunion is set to hit cinemas on August 15 (Wednesday).

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Directed by Frasco Mortiz, “The Reunion” is a coming-of-age comedy flick that follows the adventures and misadventures of Lloyd (Enchong), Bogs (Enrique), Pat (Kean), and Joax (Xian) after their life in high school and now as they struggle to pursue their passion for music and their respective life goals.

Watch Lovi Poe in “Kama” (Benchingko Films)

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Lovi Poe plays a nurse in the last part of the three-part musical titled Kama, one of the short films produced by Benchingko Films for Bench’s 25th anniversary.

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The third part of the short film is titled Kamanyakan where Lovi plays opposite veteran stage and TV actor Lou Veloso. Lou plays the role of an old and ill patient who has a not-so-wholesome desire for his nurse played by Lovi.

Kris Aquino says PNoy has right to defend himself and express his opinion

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Kris Aquino has commented on President Benigno Aquino III’s bashing of news anchor Noli De Castro during a speech he delivered at the 25th anniversary celebration of TV Patrol.

The actress-TV host said her piece over the micro-blogging site Twitter as replies to another Twitter user who commented on the matter.

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According to the Queen of All Media, her brother has the right to express his opinion because we have freedom to do so.

Callalily - “Minsan” music video

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The music video of Callalily’s Minsan is currently on top of the Pinoy MYX Countdown for the week of July 28-August 3, 2012. The song is part of The Reunion: An Eraserheads Tribute Album which is the soundtrack of the Star Cinema movie also titled The Reunion, coming to theaters on August 15, 2012.

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Minsan was originally performed by Eraserheads and no one could top Ely Buendia’s vocals for that. Kean Cipriano’s, frontman of Callily, voice, however, provided a little more drama to the song, and watching him on the music video while strumming the guitar or singing while on extreme close-up is a delight. He can really put his being an actor to good use in music videos like this one.

Monday, July 30, 2012

Suspension of Classes – July 31, 2012

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Heavy rains brought about by Typhoon “GENER” still hasn’t stopped causing flood in some parts of Metro Manila and several provinces in Luzon.

Some towns in Metro Manila have already announced suspension of classes for July 31, 2012 and the Department of Education has been busy gathering data from the LGUs to advice the public on the suspension of classes.

So far, towns who have declared suspension of classes for July 31, 2012 are as follows:

  • Province of Laguna
  • Province of Cavite
  • Obando, Bulacan
  • Dagupan City
  • Valenzuela: Classes will remain suspended in the following barangays tom, July 31: Arkong Bato, Balangkas, Bisig, Coloong, Isla, Mabolo, Palasan, Pariancillo Villa, Pasolo, Poblacion, Polo, Tagalag, Wawang-polo, Dalandan National High School

This list will be updated as DepEd announces new info.

Department of Education has also suspended classes from Kindergarten to High School on Monday, July 30, 2012, due to heavy rains and flood. Majority of universities and colleges in Metro Manila have also declared suspension of classes for the day.

Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson “Together At Last” in Jollibee TVC

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Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson appear in the new television commercial of the top local food chain Jollibee.

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The two have previously appeared in separate TVCs for Jollibee and it’s good to see them endorsing the fast food chain together.

Typhoon “GENER” Update (4 PM, July 30)

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Here’s the latest PAGASA update regarding Typhoon “GENER” that continues to threaten Extreme Northern Luzon:

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At 4:00 PM today, the eye of Typhoon “GENER” was located based on satellite and surface data at 260 kilometer (km) East of Basco, Batanes (20.3°N, 124.7°E).

Teenage pregnancies in “Patrol Ng Pilipino” (July 31)

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The number of teenage pregnancies in the country has reached alarming proportions according to a United Nations (UN) study, which revealed the Philippines now ranks first among Southeast Asian nations in terms of high adolescent pregnancy rates.

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Tomorrow (July 31) in “Patrol ng Pilipino,” ABS-CBN news reporter Jing Castaneda will dig deeper into the alarming statistics by interviewing a group of teenage pregnant girls to find out what factors influenced, or even encouraged them to engage in premarital sex.

Pinoy MYX Countdown (July 28-Aug 3)

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Callalily’s Minsan was on top of Pinoy MYX Countdown for the week July 28-August 3, 2012.

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The music video has been gaining popularity and votes especially with the Star Cinema movie The Reunion coming to soon on August 15. The movie pays tribute to the songs of Eraserheads and Minsan is included in the soundtrack. Callalily’s frontman Kean Cipriano is also starring in the movie.

List of schools with no classes on July 30, 2012 due to Typhoon “Gener”

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Due to the bad weather brought about by Typhoon “Gener,” classes in universities and colleges around Metro Manila and some provinces have already been cancelled on July 30, 2012.

It followed the earlier suspension of classes in Kindergarten to High School that was announced last night by the Department of Education (DepEd).

ABS-CBN in full support of Noli De Castro regarding PNoy’s speech at “TV Patrol” anniversary

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Noli De Castro has the full support of ABS-CBN with regards to the controversial speech made by President Benigno Aquino III during the 25th anniversary celebration of the network’s flagship news program TV Patrol.

According to the statement released by ABS-CBN News Chief Ging Reyes, their journalists and anchors, including De Castro, “report the news as they see it.” Reyes further said that their credibility and journalistic principles rest on the editorial independence they give their journalists.

Classes Suspension - July 30, 2012

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Classes from Kindergarten to High School levels in all private and public schools have been suspended for July 30, 2012.

The Department of Education has decided to announce the suspension of classes early because it has been raining hard, specifically in Metro Manila, and some areas are already flooded since Sunday night. Some areas have also been experiencing power failure as early as Sunday night when the wind started howling.

The heavy rains and strong winds were brought about by Tropical Storm Gener. Some provinces in Northern Luzon are already under Public Storm Warning Signal No. 2.

Colleges and universities may contact their school administration or the Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) for information regarding the cancellation of classes in their level.

Sunday, July 29, 2012

Top 12 “X Factor Philippines” contestants revealed!

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The top 12 contestants of The X Factor Philippines have been revealed in tonight’s episode.

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From the remaining 20 contestants, only 12 were picked to get through to the live shows. Three from each of the four categories were lucky to be still in the running towards becoming the first-ever winner of The X Factor Philippines. They are:

Clearer intimate images of Kristen Stewart and Ruper Sanders

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Check out these clearer photos of Kristen Stewart and Rupert Sanders during an intimate time.

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The affair of the actress and her Snow White And The Huntsman director has recently been exposed by US Weekly magazine.

Ellen Adarna covers Zee Lifestyle magazine’s August 2012 issue

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Ellen Adarna is Zee Lifestyle magazine’s August 2012 cover girl.

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The former Survivor Philippines castaway looks so sexy while covered with just a sheer fabric on the cover of Zee Lifestyle magazine’s Men’s and Technology (August 2012) issue.

Check out the teaser below.

Visit the magazine’s website at www.zeelifestylecebu.com or it’s Facebook page by clicking here.

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Typhoon “Gener” intensifies, Storm Signal No. 2 raised in Northern Luzon (5 PM, July 29)

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Typhoon Gener has intensified, according to the latest bulletin of PAGASA.

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The center is now estimated based on the satellite and surface data at 390 kilometers (km) east southeast of Aparri, Cagayan. It has a maximum sustained winds of 95 kilometer per hour (kph) near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph. Typhoon Gener is forecast to move north northwest at 15 kph.

“Guni-Guni” official cinema trailer released

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Regal Entertainment has released the official cinema trailer of Guni-Guni, which is coming to theaters on August 22, 2012.

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Written and directed by Tara Illenberger, the movie stars Lovi, Empress Schuck, Benjamin Alves, James Blanco, Gina Alajar, Julia Clarete, Neil Ryan Sese, Ria Garcia and Gerald Pesigan.

Saturday, July 28, 2012

“X Factor” top 5 Girls and Over 25’s perform

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The top 5 contestants in the Over 25’s and Girls categories performed in tonight’s episode of The X Factor Philippines.

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The Over 25’s sang in front of their mentor Pilita Corales and guest judge Rico J. Puno. Paulo Castro, whose work is fashion-inclined, was more flamboyant this time with the hair and the hat and he showcased his falsetto through South Border’s Kahit Kailan and both Pilita and Rico agreed that he already has a packaging.

Typhoon “GENER” Update (5 PM, July 28)

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"GENER" intensified rapidly into a tropical storm while moving in a north northwest direction.

At 4:00 p.m. today, tropical storm " GENER " was estimated based on satellite and surface data at 250 km northeast of Virac, Catanduanes (15.4°N, 126.3°E). Maximum sustained winds of 65 kph near center and gustiness of up to 80 kph. Forecast to move north northwest at 15 kph.

Watch “Looper” trailer starring Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

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Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt star in Looper, a sci-fi movie directed by Rian Johnson that will drop September 2012.

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The movie has a time travel plot with Bruce’s 55-year-old character going back in time to be killed by his own 25-year-old self, played by Joseph, who works as a Looper.

Kantar Media Total Philippines Household Ratings (July 25)

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ABS-CBN’s programs topped both daytime and primetime ratings on July 25, 2012 based on the combined rural and urban survey of Kantar Media.

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The new tandem of Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap in Prime Tanghali’s Be Careful With My Heart has been a hit since the soap opera started and its light story appeal to televiewers both young and old.

Angelica Panganiban, Kean Cipriano, Rocco Nacino, Glaiza de Castro in “Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi”

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Angelica Panganiban and Glaiza de Castro topbill Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi which will hit theaters in September.

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Madaling Araw Mahabang Gabi “is about the entangled stories of a group of young people who happen to be in a bar in Puerto Princessa, Palawan on the eve of All Souls' Day. As midnight approaches, we become complicit as each of them takes the challenge of the Pangangaluluwa, a seemingly innocent Palawan tradition of honoring the dead by stealing something from the living. A young guitarist battles with crabs; an Indian guy gets caught in a crossfire; a hot cougar meets her match; Cosplayers battle for road supremacy; a religious woman finds true faith in a strange kiss; and a bartender prepares a drink that results in the most bitter of brews. The movie holds up a mirror to this dark night and bear witness to the inevitable consequences that mark the choices of the young.” –YouTube

Lukas Enrique Magallano wins “Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp”

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Lukas Enrique Magallano bested 11 talented kids who joined the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp.

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The 7-year-old from Cebu City won for himself P500,000, 1 year supply of Promil Pre-School, and a contract with Star Magic. He has also now become the brand ambassador of Promil Pre-School.

President Aquino expresses feelings, bashes Noli De Castro at anniversary of “TV Patrol”

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The Philippine president was frank enough to say his true feelings in a speech he delivered during the silver (25th) anniversary celebration of ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol.

President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III didn’t let the opportunity pass to express his dislike to a commentary made by Noli De Castro during one of TV Patrol’s broadcast.

Hidilyn Diaz carries the Philippine flag in 2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony Parade

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Weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz carried the Philippine flag during the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremonies where our 11 delegates paraded.

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Wearing a Rajo Laurel Philippine costume, Hidilyn was obviously fighting back her tears as the camera focuses on her. She must be so proud to be representing the country, and carrying the flag at that.

Daniel Craig escorts Queen Elizabeth II to 2012 London Olympic Games opening ceremony

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Daniel Craig, as James Bond, and the Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II, are in the short film Happy and Glorious which is made for the 2012 London Olympic Games opening ceremony.

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According to a voice over, “The film Happy and Glorious especially made for the ceremony by the BBC, it does suggest the royal arrival unlike any we’ve ever seen.”

Friday, July 27, 2012

Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres topbill “Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga”

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Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres will be paired for the first time to topbill the upcoming Afternoon Prime Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga.

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Mikael broke into the acting scene last year with shows like Spooky Nights Presents: Bampirella, Amaya and My Beloved. He also appeared in the Regal Entertainment movie Temptation Island last year. This year he is included in the cast of the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry of GMA Films, Coño Problems.

“I Do Bidoo Bidoo” celebrates hit songs of APO Hiking Society (Trailer)

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Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos, Gary Valenciano, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Ogie Alcasid and Eugene Domingo topbill I Do Bidoo Bidoo, which hits theaters on August 29.

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I Do Bidoo Bidoo is a heartwarming musical comedy movie that gives tribute to the hit songs of APO Hiking Society.

“No Other Woman” premieres on Cinema One this Sunday (July 29)

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The blockbuster drama about love and infidelity, “No Other Woman”, starring Anne Curtis, Cristine Reyes and Derek Ramsay premieres on Cinema One this Sunday (July 29).

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Directed by Ruel Bayani, “No Other Woman” is about a man’s journey to achieving his lifelong goal for his family but along the way, yields into temptation. Ram Escaler (Derek Ramsay), a dashing furniture salesman is married to a charming and responsible woman, Charmaine Escaler (Cristine Reyes). Ram is drawn however, to Kara Zalderiaga (Anne Curtis), a drop-dead gorgeous resort heiress because of her carefree attitude.

Angelica Panganiban covers Cosmopolitan magazine August 2012

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Angelica Panganiban is on the cover of Cosmopolitan Philippines’ August 2012 issue.

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Angelica is alluring in a Jaciendera dress that shows a peek of her cleavage on the cover that was photographed by Xander Angeles. Styling was by Donna Cuna Pita and Happy Lopez.

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