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MTV Movie Awards 2011: Red Carpet Fashion!

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:06 AM PDT

Selena Gomez, Blake Lively, Emma Stone & Emma Watson show off their sexy style at the 2011 MTV Movie Awards.



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Rooftopping: Urban Photography Shoots Up to New Heights

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:05 AM PDT

Tom Ryaboi takes a top-down approach to understanding the urban experience, literally, looking down on his city of Toronto, Canada, from dozens of stories above. Fortunately for those who wish to come along for the ride: he takes pictures, too.

When asked by Dornob, he points out that “there is no better place to observe how this grid works than from a high place in the core of the city.” Despite being on dozens of rooftops downtown, each feels “like the first time” as time seems to slow on the streets below.

Tom views it as an urban exploration movement “not unlike what was happening in France and Britain in the 90′s with parkour” and free running, but special and site-specific: “there is a group of very dedicated individuals who will not rest until they are able to stand on every roof in the city and call it theirs, even if its just for a minute or two.”

Perhaps it is part of an innate human urge: the “desire to be in high places and see far off into the horizon …. We have always wanted to fly, thrived to climb the tallest mountains, and the reason condominiums are more expensive on higher floors. Although it can be argued that a fear of heights is a rational one, overcoming such fears allows us to feel like we are on top of the world”

So far, so good – everyone he has introduced to the activity has more than enjoyed it … words like “blown away” and “addicted” suit the subject. And who does it? Surprisingly or not, the most common professions of rooftoppers have been doctors, bankers, environmentalists and journalists.

For him, “photography is a life passion, and so is rooftopping, its been natural for me to combine the two. I really love the medium of photography because it allows me to bring the stories and experience of rooftopping to everyone (who wants to see it).”

But this is just a small sampling – visit Blursurfing for more of Tom’s amazing shots, both at street level and from the sky-high rooftops around Toronto.

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Age-Old Designs: Time to Retire Mid-Century Modernism?!

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:05 AM PDT

Craighton Berman has an uncanny grasp on design and humor, blending them together in both his real-life projects and playfully-sketched cartoons showing a different perspective on modernist classics.

The Barcelona Chair, well, just add wheels. The La-Z-Boy already has age-related associations, so not much work needed on that one. As for the Eames chair as a walker: not really a stretch either, all things considered. We all know designs are never truly timeless, but these illustrations really bring the point home.

This strip is both crass and critical, but ultimately lighthearted as well – a forward-thinking retrospective on modernism-gone-by (much of which has since been resurrected) drawn for industrial design mag Core77.

More of Berman’s creative cartooning can be found on FueledByCoffee, while his similarly unique, offbeat and reflective product designs (like his coiled power-cord lighting and hybrid trash-can floor lamp) can be seen on his professional portfolio homepage.

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MTV Movie Awards 2011

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:05 AM PDT

By Chloe Schneider

On Sunday night, Universal Studios’ Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City, California hosted the MTV Movie Awards.
Though the MTV awards may not have the prestige of award ceremonies like the Oscars or the Golden Globes but they certainly do guarantee hot gossip, the biggest stars and a bunch of screaming fans.
We’ve got the goss from the red carpet, the biggest stories and the winners wrapped up in bite-size chunks for you to enjoy…

Red Carpet Ticks
Leighton Meester sparkled on the red carpet in a gorgeous Balmain dress from the Fall/Winter 2011 collection, Pierre Hardy shoes, a Paco Rabane bag and Bulgari jewels. She was nominated for Best Villian for her part in ‘The Roommate’ but lost it to Tom Felton for his work in ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows’.
Selena Gomez was there to cheer on boyfriend Justin Bieber as he took out the ‘Best Jaw-Dropping Moment’ award on the night and looked stunning in a two-piece Giambattista Valli ensemble.
Emma Watson looked chic in a skin-tight white dress with an elaborate neckline while Kristen Stewart heated things up in a red number adorned with studs and safety pins!
Elle Fanning proved herself worthy of the red carpet in a pink floral dress that was summery, sweet and refreshingly age-appropriate. She’s fast becoming a favourite of ours and we can’t wait to watch her career flourish.

Red Carpet Crosses
We can’t help but wonder what Jessica Szohr, or her stylist, were thinking when they picked out her bizarre monotone paisley-print jumpsuit. It’s nice to see the stars take fashion risks sometimes but Jessica looked far from her usually fashionable self.
Crystal Reed from, ‘Teen Wolf’, looked more frumpy than fashionable in an over-the-top black and white number. An elaborate hem, neckline and headpiece were just too much.
Amanda Bynes wore a dress that was way too short and way too tight and, despite her incredible figure, she came off looking uncomfortable and lumpy in it. Her fringed teal shoes make the ensemble even more awkward and she probably could have toned down the fake tan on her legs. Sorry, Amanda, but this one was far from your best!

Twilight Take-Over
It was all about Twilight on Sunday night. First of all, the hugely anticipated trailer for the first part of Breaking Dawn was finally officially revealed after it had been leaked all over the internet just hours before the awards. Summit Entertainment were chasing the leaks, continuously pulling them down until it was officially aired.
Glimpses of Edward and Bella’s wedding, a shirtless Jacob running in anger after receiving the wedding invitation, the honeymoon and even a peek of Edward breaking the bed in passion are all seen in the clip, sending die-hard Twilight fans into a flood of excitement.
Twilight also received a flurry of attention in the awards stakes, taking out a total of five awards!

Justin Timberlake Grabs Mila Kunis Boobs
Fresh off the publicity train for their film ‘Friends with Benefits’, Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis presented the first award of the evening with quite a bang.
After reports that the pair are an item have been popping up everywhere, the two decided to prove us all wrong… by groping each other on stage!
Justin stated, “Even though we’re in the movies Friends with Benefits, Mila and I have never dated.” Mila nodded, “We are like brother and sister,” to which JT said, “We have a totally platonic relationship, which is why I can do this” and grab the Black Swan stars breats!
While the audience were still jaw-dropped, the pair stunned them again with Mila saying, “This is why I can do this!” and grabbing JT’s crotch.

The Winners
Best Male Performance
Robert Pattinson, “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Best Female Performance Kristen Stewart, “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Best Fight Robert Pattinson vs. Bryce Dallas Howard and Xavier Samuel, “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Best Kiss Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Best Jaw-Dropping Moment Justin Bieber, “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never,” Performance Spectacular
Best Villain Tom Felton, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1″
Best Line From A Movie (New Category) Alexys Nycole Sanchez, “Grown Ups”: “I want to get chocolate wasted.”
Best Scared-As-Sh*t Performance Ellen Page, “Inception”
Best Movie “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”
Best Comedic Performance Emma Stone, “Easy A”
Best Breakout Star Chloë Grace Moretz, “Kick-Ass”
Biggest Badass Star Chloë Grace Moretz, “Kick-Ass”

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Fashion Commentator Glynis Traill-Nash On Luxe Winter Accessories, Parlour X’s 10th Anniversary & Jessica Tovey’s Stylish Turn

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:05 AM PDT

Surely one of the best things about dressing for winter is the gorgeous range of accessories available, and the more you pile on, the warmer and more stylish you will be. This winter you can really go to town, and remember: think luxe!

Wrap It Up

A scarf is more a necessity than optional extra in the colder months, but you can still make a serious style statement. Colour is key, but especially in this case you need to choose a colour that is flattering to your complexion as it sits so close to the face. Further to that, you should choose a fabric that is super soft and not irritating. If you can’t afford the best cashmere, other fibres including brushed cotton and viscose still have the comfort factor. You could even try a faux fur scarf for that truly luxe look; this one from David Lawrence (left; www.davidlawrence.com.au) is only $ 69 but will make you look a million bucks, as the saying goes.

Topping It Off

Mercifully hats are high in demand this season. For a chic retro look, ’70s-style floppy felt hats are perfect with mid-calf skirts and boots—look to the most recent Gucci show for inspiration. But another chic option is the fedora—Bec & Bridge’s recent collaboration with Akubra, the Bianca Adventurer (left, $ 245, www.becandbridge.com.au), is available in a number of colours including magenta and lilac. David Lawrence also has cute cloche hats for a 1920s feel. And this season, think colour! Deep, rich tones are excellent, from purple to chocolate, teal to crimson. Again, look to Gucci for clues.

Hand It Over

My favourite winter accessory would have to be the glove. I always have a pair of black leather gloves with me, but this season there are so many other colours and options to choose from.

Long leather gloves add a touch of drama to an outfit, especially when worn with shorter sleeves or over the top of longer sleeves; just head to the accessories hall in David Jones or Myer to try some on.

 Particularly hot this winter are these colourful suede gloves with ruching at Oroton (left; $ 175, 1800 061 047). To me, gloves are the finishing touch of every winter outfit.

Happy Xth birthday!

Ten years is a milestone for any business, but to anyone who has ever stepped through the door of Sydney’s Parlour X, reaching this anniversary will come as no surprise.

Eva Galambos has always made it a mission to bring the best of international and local fashion to her customers, including Balenciaga, Comme des Garcons and Theyskens Theory, along with the best in customer service.

To celebrate the boutique’s 10th anniversary, Galambos also wanted to give something back to the community, more specifically indigenous communities, via Ian Thorpe’s Fountain for Youth charity, and its Literacy Backpack program.
To this end, Galambos has collaborated with Archibald Prize–winning artist Del Kathryn Barton, who has designed a limited edition scarf, modelled here by indigenous model Samantha Harris.

You can buy the scarf online at www.parlourx.com for $ 450, with all proceeds going to the Foundation.

Jessica Tovey

Fans of TV’s recent series Paper Giants will be keeping a keen eye on the sartorial choices of Jessica Tovey, who played the stylish PA to Asher Keddie’s Ita Buttrose.

And at last week’s Laurent-Perrier dinner at Sydney’s Sepia restaurant to celebrate the champagne house, she was positively radiant in a glamorous Carl Kapp sideswept silk dress in rich emerald green.

Accessorising with just a metallic clutch and Bulgari jewels, she was the epitome of sleek sophistication.

More By Glynis…

1. Fashion Commentator Glynis Traill-Nash On This Winter’s Best Coats, Jan Logan’s Film-Inspired Collection And Kate Moss’s Belle De Jour Moment
2. Fashion Commentator Glynis Traill-Nash On The Winter Maxi, Bloch’s New Leisure Line & The Glamour Of The AmfAR Gala
3. Fashion Commentator Glynis Traill-Nash On New High Street Collaborations, The Latest Chanel Collection, Long Skirts And Aussie Fashion Talent.  


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Heroines for the Planet: Laura Turner Seydel

Posted: 07 Jun 2011 02:04 AM PDT

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Laura Turner Seydel is one of the most powerful women in the environmental movement. I’ve been fascinated by Laura’s work for years now, so I was honored and thrilled for a chance to interview her, to say the least. Ironically, one of my favorite shows as a kid was Captain Planet, a show which Laura’s father, Ted Turner, created. That show opened my eyes as a young child, and now Laura inspires me as she carries on her family’s dedication to eco-activism.

Her environmental work is simply a way of life for Laura and her family. Her Father passed down a deep love and appreciation for nature to Laura at a young age, which she and her husband, Rutherford, have instilled in their three children.

Outside of her home in Atlanta (which is LEED-certified, of course), Laura takes a hands-on approach to tackling eco-issues. She’s the Chairwoman of the Captain Planet Foundation, which promotes environmental education and gardens in schools, and Zero Waste Zone-Downtown Atlanta. She co-founded Mothers and Others for Clean Air, an organization which raises awareness about the link between asthma and air pollution. And she and her husband together created the Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Fund, an environmental advocacy group that works to raise public awareness of issues related to the Chattahoochee River and secure measurable improvements in its health.

Laura’s work doesn’t end there. She’s equally passionate about keeping toxic chemicals out of consumer products. She works with the Environmental Working Group and the EPA to protect and inform the public about toxins and pollution. She also serves on boards including The Turner Foundation, Jane Smith Turner Foundation, the Turner Endangered Species Fund, the League of Conservation Voters, the Defenders of Wildlife, and the Waterkeeper Alliance.

I asked Laura about her tireless environmental efforts, her family and her thoughts on FOX, and she shared some of her favorite all-natural products!

Lindsay: Environmentalism seems to be at the root of your every endeavor. Your father raised you to be very close to nature from a young age.  How did your experiences as a young girl mold you into the ardent environmentalist that you are today?

Laura: It was a natural progression. Growing up, our lifestyle was centered on environmental issues. We would pick up trash along the road, keep our thermostat at an energy-efficient temperature, and spent time in nature. It is something I still instill in my kids today. For example, when we go to the beach, we spend time picking up trash along the shore. I realized how important it is to protect our natural resources so our children will have them in the future.

Lindsay: You and your brothers and sisters are all passionate about environmental causes and extremely active with the Turner Foundation. What has that experience been like for you working so closely with your siblings?  In your opinion, what has been the foundation's greatest achievement?

Laura: The foundation's greatest achievement was that it brought our family together in a unified and powerful way, so each member could have bigger impact with our combined philanthropy. We have had major successes in the innovative grants that we have given and through our work with sustainability projects with the National Restaurant Association, Energy Future Coalition and the Conservation Alliance.

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Lindsay: The Captain Planet Foundation's mission is to support environmental projects for children. What advice do you have for parents to get their children interested in the environment? Are your own children budding environmentalists?

Laura: At the Captain Planet Foundation, we promote environmental education and gardens in schools. As parents there are many things we can do to encourage our children to protect the environment. Get your children outdoors as much as possible. Take them to the local park and get them exploring and learning in a hands-on way. You can also plant a fruit and vegetable garden with your children. Kids love to eat the food they grow, which in turn promotes good nutrition and teaches them about the earth.

My kids are definitely budding environmentalists. When my son was home on spring break, he volunteered for the Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper program and went out on river and did water testing and monitoring. He loves the Environmental Systems course at school in Toronto. My daughter wrote a book when she was nine years old about frogs, the challenges amphibians face related to global warming and the fungus that is killing them off.

Lindsay: Can you tell us about some of the work you've done to keep toxic chemicals out of consumer products? It's frightening that companies are able to sell such products, isn't it?

Laura: It certainly is frightening. I work with the Environmental Working Group (EWG), which was formed to protect people from toxic chemicals in our food, water, air and the products we use everyday. I also work with EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson to educate the public on health threats from pollution.

One easy way to find out if the products you are using are safe is to visit the EWG's Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. Women make 85 percent of consumption choices. By making good decisions on the food, clothing and products we buy, we are voting with our checkbooks and letting companies know that we will not stand for toxic chemicals in our products.

Lindsay: What are a few of your favorite all-natural beauty products?

Laura: I have quite a few! I absolutely love the line Skin Essentials by Amina, which is made with organic ingredients. For hair care products, I use Aveda and John Masters Organics.

When I get my hair colored, I make sure my stylist uses environmentally-friendly products. For toothpaste, I love the JASON brand without fluoride.

Lindsay: Do you feel that mainstream media censors coverage of environmental issues? Is Fox News good for America?

Laura: As more research comes out showing the direct link between health problems and the environment, we are seeing more media coverage. The May issue Glamour magazine ran a feature story that quoted Ken Cook, president of the Environmental Working Group, about health risks from the cosmetics and products we encounter every day. Sanjay Gupta recently hosted a two-part segment on CNN called "Toxic America," which investigated the environment's effects on our health. Our job from the environmental side is to help people understand that their daily life support systems are under attack and we must all work together to get that message out.

I think that Fox News needs to do a better job of telling both sides of the story when it comes to health and the environment.

Lindsay: Americans by and large seem more interested in Real Housewives of Beverly Hills than learning about pressing environmental matters that will affect their children.  Is there a solution?

Laura: It is so important to realize that what we do today – recycling, choosing environmentally-friendly products and reducing our energy consumption – affects our children tomorrow. We should all care about environmental matters because they will affect our children and our children's children long after we are gone.

Lindsay: You live in the first LEED-certified house in the southeast which is aptly named EcoManor. Do you have a favorite part of the house?

Laura: My favorite part of my house is my vegetable garden. We grow vegetables, herbs and fruits, and have a compost pile and worm hotel. It's a great way for the whole family to spend time together and we always have fresh, nutritious produce.

Lindsay: You don't seem to ever stop, Laura! What's up next for you?

Laura: This fall I will be traveling to Ghana to meet with their chapter of the Captain Planet Foundation and its planeteers (young environmental activists), as well as government officials, to discuss environmental issues in their country. I am inspired and encouraged by everything these planeteers and leaders are doing to protect the environment in their country. Protecting the environment is certainly a global issue and we all need to work together if we want to achieve results.


Lindsay: Many thanks for your time, Laura.

 

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Yohji Making Waves – Yamamoto all over London

Posted: 06 Jun 2011 10:02 PM PDT

Yohji Yamamoto seems to be all over London at the moment. While at the Victoria and Albert museum a massive retrospective is on show, in a smaller and more intimate location in the Southe East of the city we can find an astonishing installation of a single dress by Yamamoto.

In the post industrial and surreal atmosphere of "The Wapping Project", a former hydraulic power station, the huge wedding gown from 1998 collection is on show. The dress, consisting of a huge silk skirt mounted by bamboo crinoline is suspended up-down on an artificial lake created inside a dark room. The installation is just behind a closed door and as soon as one gets in is completely and magnificently absorbed by the silence, the soft murmurs of the water, and the sight of the white dress suspended in the air at the centre of the room.

The visitor is given the chance of seeing the dress at a smaller distance (almost no-distance) thanks to a trip on a small wooden boat. That’s where emotions come into play. The boat-trip lasts for fifteen minutes more or less, but they feel like hours. Initially the designer proposed mirrors instead of water in order to reflect the dress, but the artificial lake was a smarter decision. While on the boat, looking at the dress reflected in the dark lake the visitor has the perception that the actual dress is kept under the water. A dreamlike experience.

Just a note on the location: The Wapping Project is an amazing place, definitely worth a visit.

"Yohji Making Waves" will be on until the 14th of July.

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Sebago – Brown Beacon

Posted: 06 Jun 2011 10:01 PM PDT

Sebago produces timeless shoes. Today i would focalize my attention on the Beacon model in brown that is the high version of the famous docksides. Soft leather with a vintage effect and white rubber sole. Details look after the jump. Available on spartoo.it

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Sebago produce scarpe senza tempo. Oggi mi piace focalizzare la mia attenzione su questo modello chiamato Beacon in marrone, che non è altro che la high version del famoso docksides. Pelle morbida con effetto vintage, suola bianca in gomma e lacci in pelle sono i tratti somatici di una scarpa davvero interessante. Disponibile su spartoo.it

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Stars who despised each other on set

Posted: 06 Jun 2011 06:00 PM PDT

Stars who despised each other on set

When egotistical actors are cooped up together for months on end on a movie set there's always going to be friction. On the whole though, lavish trailers and massive paychecks help smooth over any niggles. Yet sometimes the angst gets too much for these pampered princes and princesses. They may be actors, but even the most experienced stars can't hide their genuine dislike of fellow performers.
Harrison Ford and Josh Hartnett
The legendary Harrison Ford didn't take too kindly to whippersnapper Josh Hartnett on the set of 'Hollywood Homicide'. Ford reportedly referred to Harnett as a “punk”, with the young actor retaliating by calling the veteran "an old fart". As a result the pair barely made eye contact during filming and continuously picked on each other at press junkets. The film flopped.

Megan Fox and Michael Bay

Megan Fox shot herself in the foot when she slammed 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' director Michael Bay for focusing on special effects and not acting (probably for the best as it starred Shia LaBeouf and, well, Megan Fox). Bay responded with; "That's Megan Fox for you. She says some very ridiculous things because she's 23 years old and she still has a lot of growing to do. You roll your eyes when you see statements like that". He then didn't cast her in the next 'Transformers' film. Whoops.

Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey
The two came to despise each other after a massive row on the set of 'Red Dawn'. When Grey was informed that Swayze would play her on-screen romance in the iconic 'Dirty Dancing', she was so upset that she almost pulled out. Eventually though they had a deep heart-to-heart and made friends. Years later Grey broke down into tears on 'Dancing With The Stars' as she remembered her time with the late actor.

Bill Murray and Lucy Liu
Comedy actor Bill Murray couldn't even raise a smile whilst filming 'Charlie's Angels', as he took a serious dislike to Lucy Liu. It was rumored that Murray thought Liu had an out-of-control ego and he refused to make any appearances in support of the movie when it came out in 2000. He also turned down reprising the role in the sequel, 'Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle'. In retrospect a good call.

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford
The granddaddy of Hollywood feuds – Bette Davis and Joan Crawford absolutely loathed one another. While filming 'What Happened to Baby Jane?', Davis actually kicked Crawford in the scene when she pushed her down the stairs. In return, when Bette had to drag Joan off her bed, Joan put on a weighted diver’s belt underneath her costume, making her heavier to drag.  Naturally, the duo also pitched in with some a-grade bitching. Discussing Davis’ hair, Crawfod said: "I don’t understand these Poodle cuts on elderly women". Davis retorted by saying Crawford was "single handedly responsible for the syphilis outbreak in America." Meow.

Sir Anthony Hopkins and Shirley MacLaine
Anthony Hopkins thought the boisterous Shirley MacLaine was overbearing and was constantly annoyed with her while filming 'A Change of Seasons' in 1980.  When asked what she was like, he fumed "she was the most obnoxious actress I have ever worked with.” Don't sugarcoat it Ant!

Tony Curtis and Marilyn Monroe
Even though Curtis was rumoured to have had an affair with Marilyn Monroe during the making of 'Some Like It Hot' in 1959, he still managed to say that “kissing her was like kissing Hitler”. She drove him crazy by continually arriving late for filming and always fluffing her lines. To make matter worse, director Billy Wilder would always use Monroe's best takes while leaving Tony’s choice deliveries on the cutting room floor.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes
Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes weren’t didn't exactly see eye to eye by the time 'Romeo & Juliet' finished filming. Danes grew tired of DiCaprio’s onset pranks, branding him “immature”, whilst he found her uptight and prudish. Not exactly star-crossed lovers.

Marlon Brando and Sophia Loren
Sophia Loren was cool and seductive while Marlon Brando was edgy and angry. Inevitably, when the two came together during the shooting of 'A Countess from Hong Kong' in 1966, the fur began to fly. A feud broke out after he asked her, right in the middle of shooting a love scene: “did you know you have hairs up your nostrils?” Smooth.

Val Kilmer and Tom Sizemore
This feud during filming of 'Red Planet' began when Kilmer got annoyed over a fancy exercise machine Sizemore demanded the production ship from England to the set in Australia. Eventually the two hated each other so much Kilmer would reportedly not come out of his trailer if Tom was on the set. Many of their scenes together were even filmed over shoulders of photo doubles, if we are to believe some reports. Also, Kilmer reportedly refused to say Sizemore’s character’s name, substituting it for things like “Hey, you!”.

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