131 million online and mobile payments were made in 2021, up 85% on 2016 levels. New figures from Banking and Payments Federation Ireland confirm that digital payments are continuing to rise rapidly, as consumers further reduce their reliance on cash and cheques.

The number of digital payments made last year increased by over 10% compared to 2020, while the number of cheques issued reached a new low.

Just 20 million payments were made via cheques last year, down almost 15% on 2020. Direct debits, which are mainly used to pay bills grew by 0.7% to 139 million last year.

The figures also reveal that card spending reached a new high last year, with contactless payments accounting for more than half of all payments.

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Massive Protest in Colombo; Socialist Youth protest against govt decisions

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Socialist Youth Union launched a massive protest march in Colombo on Friday (18) morning with the participation of thousands of its members, against many decisions made by the Sri Lankan Government, which they term as detrimental to the well being of her citizens.The protest march commenced from the Technical Junction in Maradana, and the Socialist Youth Union is attached to the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna.These protestors are demanding the Sri Lankan Government end the shortage of fuel and gas, terminate the agreements that handed over the Trincomalee Oil Tank Complex to India, and the transfer of shares of the Yugadhanavi Power Plant to US-based new Fortress Energy Inc.The protest is heading towards the Fort Railway Station, in the heart of Colombo, and one of the busiest main roads in the city.

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Is the world witnessing a surge in Covid-19 cases again? Covid-19 top 10 updates this week

Covid-19 infections have suddenly shot up. The WHO weekly report on the pandemic issued late Tuesday, noted that there were more than 11 million new Covid-19 infections last week - about an 8% rise - and 43,000 new deaths, as per news agency PTI report.

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Police take action against gas-guzzling ‘Spin Riders Club’

COLOMBO (News 1st); As ordinary Sri Lankans queued once again up last evening for fuel and LP gas, a social media furor erupted as videos began to emerge of a fleet of SUV’s and high-powered motorcycles speeding along a road backed by a police convoy.The Police Media Division in a Press Release issued this morning (18) noted that while “conditional permission” had been granted for a “vehicle-parade”, the police had banned the parade due to public outcry and the flouting of conditions agreed to.Police have assured that legal action would be taken if road rules were broken. The video circulating on social media shows many SUV’s had passengers dangerously hanging out of open windows.The convoy, which was flanked by a considerable police escort, was met with stiff resistance at the Kalpitiya town, where residents and religious leaders blocked the road preventing the convoy from moving ahead.“The People in this area, have no fuel.

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Oh ship! All the superyachts seized from Russian oligarchs so far

Around the world, superyachts owned by Russian oligarchs are being seized and impounded thanks to ongoing sanctions from Canada, the U.S. and the European Union in response to Russia‘s invasion of Ukraine.

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Canada’s UN mission sparks Twitter spat with Russia by editing Ukraine resolution

Russia accused Canada on Thursday of childishly annotating a letter it sent at the United Nations seeking support for its draft resolution on providing aid access and civilian protection in Ukraine, which Ottawa reacted to with pointed comments.

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West watches closely as Putin issues chilling message about ‘purge’ of society

Western rivals are keeping an eye on Vladimir Putin as the Russian president talks about his desire for a “purge” of society.

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Woman says stranger shoved her at Metrotown

A Lower Mainland woman says she was shoved by a complete stranger at one of the region’s busiest shopping centres. The woman was walking with a friend when she says she was attacked by a woman she’d never seen before.

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Burnaby skincare clinic worker charged with sexual assaults

An employee at a Burnaby skincare business has now been charged with sexual assault and police say there may be other victims.

A small change in travel for all who are looking to go on vacation in coming months

As restrictions across the province are slowly lifting, the Saskatoon airport is seeing a small update in travel restrictions. They’re also seeing more summer flights being booked.

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Sri Lanka to seek IMF assistance upon Basil’s return from India

COLOMBO (News 1st); A Senior Sri Lankan Government Official said Sri Lanka will make a documented request from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) soon, for assistance.He said the necessary plans will be drafted following the return of Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa and Finance Secretary S. R.

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Local organization hopes to guide youth away from crime through unique educational experiences

PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia organization dedicated to guiding the city's youth away from crime through unique educational opportunities recently brought dozens of children to the National Space Museum in Virginia. Vanessa Young and Teisha Brown run Power of Paint Art Academy and, with the help of sponsors, helped 36 children get an all expense paid trip to the NASA Space Museum to explore the field of aviation. "A lot of the kids we service otherwise may not get exposed to those career paths or even getting exposed to being outside the city of Philadelphia," Young said. Young and Brown hope their programs and mentorship save young lives that are far too often cut short in Philadelphia. "School age kids are getting hurt on their porch and on their way to school so just providing that outlet," Young said. It took less than three months for Philadelphia to exceed 100 homicides on the year, outpacing a historically bloody 2021. Pennsylvania State Representative Stephen Kinsey led a group canvassing East Germantown on Thursday to call attention to the continued rise in deadly crime. "People are concerned, people are afraid, and they want to take back their community," Kinsey said. Hassan and Angela Bolger joined the walk to offer resources to residents dealing with gun violence."Our youngest son is 17. I want to protect him.

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Covid-19 update: India reports 2,528 fresh Covid-19 cases, 149 deaths in last 24 hours

#COVID19 cases, 3,997 recoveries, and 149 deaths in the last 24 hours.Active case: 29,181 (0.07%)Daily positivity rate: 0.40%Total recoveries: 4,24,58,543Death toll: 5,16,281Total vaccination: 1,80,97,94,58 pic.twitter.com/PhvoxNiXxV

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40,000 MT of Diesel to arrive under Indian Credit Line

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Energy Ministry said that a fuel tanker with 40,000 MT of Diesel will reach Sri Lankan shores on Sunday (20), following the singing of a US $ 1 Bn Credit Line with India.Secretary to the Energy Minister K. D.

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Shooter ambushed man who answered knock at front door, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say a young man was badly hurt when he answered a knock at his front door and was shot in the chest Tuesday night in East Germantown.Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to a property on the 5300 block of Magnolia Street around 9:30 p.m.

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Philadelphia's public high schools will start at 9 a.m. in the fall, district says

PHILADELPHIA - High schools in the Philadelphia school district will start at 9 a.m. this fall as the next wave of changes that officials hope will improve transportation and education. Spokesperson Monica Lewis said the district's plan to phase to a three-tiered bell schedule started last fall, impacting kindergarten through 8th grade. "The American Academy of Pediatrics whim have stated that a later start time for high school students would help them arrive to school more alert and prepared to learn," Lewis said. In a letter to families, the district said the plan also "promotes safer travel in the mornings" since most high school students are responsible for their own commute to school. "This effort improves the overall transportation experience for our students, even as we continue to face a nationwide bus driver shortage," the letter said. FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce spoke to parents who are onboard with the change. "I would rather him go in a little later a little lighter out in the morning considering all the things going on in city," Cherise Dandy-Miller said. Philadelphia isn't the first local district to push its start time back for high school students.

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Trucker protests: GoFundMe rep says discussions with Ottawa police led to suspension of fundraiser

Kim Wilford, general counsel for GoFundMe, told a finance committee hearing on Thursday that the suspension of the trucker convoy campaign happened after their discussions with Ottawa police.

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Moderna seeks FDA approval to authorise 4th shot of Covid vaccine as a booster

fourth shot of its Covid-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.

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Federal government drops pre-arrival COVID testing for fully vaccinated travellers

Canada is removing the need for incoming fully-vaccinated travellers to get tested for COVID-19 before entering the country. As Morganne Campbell explains, this new directive is set to take effect on April 1st.

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Canada’s travel rules just changed. What’s new, and what’s the same?

its travel rules again yet, this time quashing the COVID-19 pre-arrival testing requirement for vaccinated international travellers.Travellers can still be randomly selected for a COVID-19 test at the airport upon arrival into Canada, but they won’t need to show proof of a negative test beginning April 1.It’s the latest in a number of changes Canada has made over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.“Let us remember that all measures are subject to review,” said Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos, as he announced the latest rule change on Thursday.“We will continue to adjust them as the epidemiological situation here in Canada and abroad evolves.”Here’s where all the rules stand now.Vaccination rules in Canada haven’t changed at all.If you’re planning to come to Canada, you’ll still need to determine whether you qualify as a “fully vaccinated traveller” based on the Canadian government’s definition. This should be relatively simple, as very few of us would forget getting a needle stuck into our arms.

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Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID shot

FILE - Vials containing Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. WASHINGTON - Drugmaker Moderna asked the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.The request is broader than rival pharmaceutical company Pfizer's request earlier this week for the regulator to approve a booster shot for all seniors.In a press release, the company said its request for approval for all adults was made "to provide flexibility" to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and medical providers to determine the "appropriate use" of a second booster dose of the mRNA vaccine, "including for those at higher risk of COVID-19 due to age or comorbidities."U.S.

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Police: Man, 24, shot in the face inside South Philadelphia corner store

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say a man was shot twice, including once in the face, Thursday night inside a South Philadelphia corner store. Officer from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to a grocery store on the 1900 block of Ringgold Street just before 7 p.m.

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14,128 community cases; 943 hospitalisations; 25 in ICU; 5 deaths reported today

Today there are 14,128 cases to report and 943 people in hospital with COVID-19.

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Climate change is worsening allergy season, scientists find

allergies are driven by the pollen in the air.But, according to scientists, the warming of the plant is making winter shorter, causing plants, including trees, grass and flowers, to bloom earlier and for longer periods of time — contributing to a worsening allergy season for millions of Americans. California poppies and Canterbury bells bloom at Diamond Valley Lake, near Hemet, California. (Credit: David McNew/Getty Images) In addition, climatologists say excess carbon dioxide generated from burning fossil fuels is helping make even more pollen, thus adding to the problem. "Pollen seasons have, are now starting about 20 days earlier, and there’s about 20 percent more pollen in the air," said William Anderegg, a biologist and climate scientist at the University of Utah. And, while Sunday marks the official first day of spring, many people in the U.S.

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Some fully vaccinated travellers still need pre-arrival tests

With Canada lifting pre-arrival testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers on April 1, turns out some of them will still need to get tested. Jamie Mauracher explains which group of people is affected.

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Budweiser releases new 'Supreme' beer in select markets

A bottle of Budweiser Supreme. (Handout Photo Courtesy of Anheuser-Busch) NEW YORK - The brewing giant Anheuser-Busch this week introduced a new beer to New York and a handful of other markets.

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Former Pennsylvania AG charged with drunken driving after crash

HARRISBURG - A former Pennsylvania attorney general who served eight months in jail for leaking grand jury material and lying about it was charged Thursday with drunken driving after a weekend crash in Scranton.Police said Kathleen Kane, 55, told officers she was a designated driver, but surveillance video showed Kane herself had been drinking alcohol at a Scranton restaurant shortly before the crash, according to an affidavit.Kane had watery, bloodshot eyes and slurred her words — police said she had trouble saying the word "designated" — and failed a field sobriety test, the documents said.Kane, who was also charged with careless driving, was issued a summons and is due in court April 21. She did not respond to a message seeking comment.

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UPenn's Thomas becomes first transgender woman to win NCAAs

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 17: University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas reacts after winning the 500 Freestyle prelims during the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships on March 17th, 2022 at the McAuley Aquatic Center in Atlanta Georgia. (Photo by Ric ATLANTA - Lia Thomas took control in the final 100 yards of the 500-yard freestyle to make history Thursday as the first transgender woman to win an NCAA swimming championship.Thomas, the University of Pennsylvania senior who entered the NCAA women’s swimming and diving championships as the top seed, had a season-best time of 4 minutes, 33.24 seconds."I didn’t have a whole lot of expectation for this meet," said Thomas, a former male swimmer for Penn State.

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Save Our Streets: Camden County police officers play dodgeball with middle schoolers

CAMDEN - In an effort to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community, officers from the Camden County Police Department played dodgeball with 7th graders at Veterans Memorial Family School."Police officers are building relationships, positive relationships, with the youth in our city," said one officer. "This is great because they get to engage the youth in a fun way."The department has hosted a number of like-minded events to foster an alliance with community members of all ages.

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Mumbai: Covid vaccination centres to remain shut today on account of Holi festival

Covid-19 infections and zero deaths, the state health bulletin said. With this, the total caseload in the city rose to 10,57,457, while the death toll remained at 16,693.

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Minnesota-born Jimmy Hill killed in Ukraine while trying to find food

Jimmy Hill (FOX 9) - The American killed during a military strike by Russia in Ukraine has been identified as Jimmy Hill. Family members confirm to FOX 9 that 68-year-old Hill, who was born in Eveleth, Minnesota and graduated from Mahtomedi High School, was killed in the city of Chernihiv in Ukraine while trying to find food.Family members confirm to FOX 9 that 68-year-old Jimmy Hill, who was born in Eveleth, Minnesota and graduated from Mahtomedi High School, was killed in the city of Chernihiv in Ukraine while trying to find food."He was only going out to try and find more food because the hospital ration on millet, and that's all they were getting every day was small portions of millet, so he was going out to get more food to bring back," said Katya Hill, Jimmy's sister.Hill's family told FOX 9 that he was working as a social worker in Ukraine. His longtime partner, who is from Ukraine, suffers from multiple sclerosis and has been in the hospital since the Russian invasion broke out.

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Arizona woman wanted for allegedly stabbing her mother while the victim was driving

Brenda Villela (Courtesy: Phoenix Police Department) PHOENIX - Officials with the Phoenix Police Department say they are looking for a woman in connection with a stabbing incident that left her mother seriously hurt.In a statement, officials say they are looking for 27-year-old Brenda Villela in connection with the stabbing, which happened at around 5:20 a.m. on March 16 in the area north of 7th Avenue and Broadway Road."Ms.

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“This is an illegal war:” Arnold Schwarzenegger sends emotional message to Russians

American-Austrian politician and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger posted a video on social media on Thursday where he implored the Russian people to understand the “illegal war” in Ukraine, and told Russia President Vladimir Putin to put an end to what he started.

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Florida men accused of tampering with gas pumps, stealing fuel in Bay Area

TAMPA, Fla. - Two Tampa men are among a group of suspects facing felony charges for allegedly tampering with gas pumps and stealing fuel. State officials are sounding the alarm about an uptick of this piracy at the pumps.It is a crime that is hard to spot when crooks illegally meddle with the parts inside fuel dispensers to steal gas."They're changing the pulsar, which reads how many gallons and how many dollars that you're paying for the fuel," explained Ned Bowman, Executive Director of the Florida Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Store Association.Instead of paying hundreds, it only costs dollars to fill up.

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'It's unbelievable': Philadelphia father caught in crossfire of gun fight while walking to store

PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia engaged father of two was badly hurt when police say he was caught in the crossfire of a shootout between two cars.Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the intersection of Tulip Street and Allegheny Avenue around 5 p.m. Wednesday for reports of a shooting. Officers found 42-year-old Joseph Leipert with two gunshot wounds.

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Alberta’s COVID-19 hospitalization, ICU numbers drop again Thursday

COVID-19 dropped again on Thursday, according to Alberta Health’s website.On Thursday, there were 967 in hospital with the virus. Of those people, 67 were receiving care in the ICU.

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Trenton police officers accused of shooting, paralyzing unarmed man

TRENTON - Attorneys for a 29-year-old man shot by Trenton police last month are calling for the release of body camera video and have filed a legal claim against the city and police.The lawyers for Jajuan Henderson say just after midnight on Feb. 12th., he went to his car parked on Centre Street in Trenton to get some Ice Tea.

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Rescuers continue to search Mariupol theater rubble as Russian attacks continue

ruins of a theater blown apart by a Russian airstrike in the besieged city of Mariupol, while scores of Ukrainians across the country were killed in ferocious urban attacks on a school, a hostel and other sites.Hundreds of civilians had been taking shelter in the grand, columned theater in central Mariupol after their homes were destroyed in three weeks of fighting in the southern port city of 430,000.More than a day after the airstrike, there were no reports of deaths. With communications disrupted across the city and movement difficult because of shelling and other fighting, there were conflicting reports on whether anyone had emerged from the rubble."We hope and we think that some people who stayed in the shelter under the theater could survive," Petro Andrushchenko, an official with the mayor’s office, told The Associated Press.

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Kylie Minogue to miss BBC Comic Relief special after catching coronavirus

Kylie Minogue will not appear during Comic Relief after testing positive for coronavirus.

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Testing requirement changes, looming price hikes have trips booking fast: travel agent

Canada will scrap pre-arrival COVID-19 testing rule for vaccinated travellers April 1 “There’s a lot of quotes, a lot of inquiries. But physically getting people to committing to booking, especially groups, we’ve had a lot of that in the last couple of days,” Jamieson told Global News.It’s not the only factor at play.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William Step Out for First St. Patrick's Day Celebration Since the Pandemic

Prince William and Kate Middleton kicked off St. Patrick's Day with a memorable visit that produced plenty of laughs, smiles and adorable moments! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited the 1st Battalion Irish Guards during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Thursday at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, England.The royal couple was greeted by a raucous crowd upon arrival, and Kate got a special greeting from Turlough Mὸr, the Irish wolf hound regimental mascot, also known as Seamus.

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Eagles release Fletcher Cox, reworking contract for possible return to Philadelphia, reports say

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 26: Fletcher Cox #91 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on during the second half of the game against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on December 26, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Eagles have released longtime defensive tackle Fletcher Cox, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. Sources told Garafolo that Cox was released just before he would have been fully guaranteed $18M.

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Police investigating 2 non-fatal shootings Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a pair of broad daylight shootings that happened within minute of each other Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia.Officers were called to the 6000 block of Lansdowne Avenue around 3:50 p.m. for reports of gunfire. A 31-year-old man was found shot four times, including once in the side.

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Coronavirus cases on rise across Greater Manchester as one borough sees weekly increase of OVER 90 per cent

Coronavirus cases are still on the rise across Greater Manchester - with one borough, Trafford, recording a weekly increase of 92 per cent. Other areas also recorded increasingly high levels, including Stockport and Bury.

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Justin Bieber Finally Opens Up About How Hailey’s Terrifying Health Scare Affected Him

Justin Bieber is finally speaking out about his wife Hailey’s recent health scare.

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Hamilton councillors to meet Monday to consider repealing physical distancing, face coverings bylaws

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COVID-19 cases soar in Asian hot spots; US gets new COVID czar

South Korea today reported a massive jump in COVD-19 cases, which topped 600,000, as Omicron surges continue in a handful of Asian hot spots.

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Emergency visits for mental health followed COVID surges

A study of mental health (MH)-related emergency department (ED) visits during the pandemic found fluctuating patterns of visits relative to COVID-19 case surges, with increases after surges and variations both within and across racial and ethnic groups, researchers reported yesterday in JAMA Psychiatry.

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70% of COVID survivors in UK study had impaired memory, focus

An online UK study finds that about 70% of 181 adult COVID survivors had memory and concentration problems several months after infection, 75% reported persistent symptoms so severe that they couldn't work, and 50% said that medical professionals didn't take their symptoms seriously.

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