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Ma, who uses a wheelchair, was born in 1995 in the Ningxia Hui autonomous region. His2 piece is his debut prose collection, Qing Bai Shijie. The opening chapter delves into Ma's childhood memories. While his peers ran and played, Ma could only sit on the stone steps, watching in3 and sadness. His limbs were weak, and he couldn't move or stand without help from birth, which4   him from other children. This5 memory has stayed with him, and it became the title of his first6 published prose piece and the entire book.

Ma's writing journey began in 2016, the year he passed his college entrance exams but7 not to enroll in university due to his family's financial circumstances and his health conditions. Although his decision was8 love and sacrifice, it plunged Ma into despair.

The turning point came9 a friend gave him a book, Shi Tiesheng's best-seller Wo Yu Ditan. Shi, a renowned writer who also uses a wheelchair, had10 his struggles into profound literature. At first, Ma had no interest in the book — he had lost11 for everything. But one word caught his eye: "wheelchair". As he read, Ma felt a spark of light illuminating his world. He could gather the courage to do something, like writing, instead of staying in bed letting life pass him by.   

He embarked on a three-year odyssey of writing the book by12 his own life, pouring his heart and soul into the words. In June 2023, Ma received unexpected good news: His book was one of 10 selected for publication through the project. This achievement marked a significant milestone in his13 journey.

Ma writes this line in the profile for his personal social media account as his motto: "Be a(n)14 writer." Writing is not just a profession for Ma — it's a lifeline, a way to15 the world and leave behind a legacy of courage, sincerity and hope.

Since the 1970s, researchers have suspected that some fish can detect magnetic fields. But no one had shown that sharks use the fields to find their location or navigate (导航), partly because the animals aren't so easy to work with. It's one thing if you have a small fish, or a baby sea turtle, but when you work with sharks, you have to upscale everything.

Bryan Keller, an ecologist at Florida State University, and his colleagues decided to do just that. They lined a bedroom-size cage with wire and placed a small swimming pool in the center of the cage. By running an electrical current through the wiring, they could generate a custom magnetic field in the center of the pool. The team then collected 20 young bonnethead sharks — a species known to migrate hundreds of kilometers — off the Florida coast. They placed the sharks into the pool, one at a time, and let them swim freely under three different magnetic fields, applied in random succession. One field mimicked (模仿) Earth's natural field at the spot where the sharks were collected, while the others mimicked the fields at locations 600 kilometers north and 600 kilometers south of their homes.

They used software to track the sharks' responses, observing which direction in the tank they were trying to swim towards. When the young sharks were exposed to the magnetic field of the place they were captured, or ‘home', they stayed put. But when subjected to the southern magnetic field, the sharks persistently changed their headings to swim north, as if trying to get back home. This suggests that the sharks were using the magnetic field to guide them, similar to how humans use GPS.

Surprisingly, the researchers found that the sharks didn't favor any direction when swimming under the northern field. Keller says this might be because they don't go north of their home location since there is only land there, and so they rarely have to find their way back south again. "This could support the theory that their ability to go back home is a learned behavior," he says. They might not know what to do in the northern field because "they've never been up there." says Keller.

Keller's research adds a significant piece to the still-incomplete puzzle of shark biology. Sharks have been declining at an alarming rate due to mostly overfishing and habitat change. Studying the life cycles and migration patterns of sharks can help us understand what arcas to protect when managing marine spaces.

Of course, artists contributed to this mythology (神话) . Many artists credited their talents to the presence of some supernatural power. Whole movements of art have centered on the supposedly otherworldly nature of art. For example, the Romantic poets believed that art was a term that meant an ultimate expression of beauty and truth. The search for this ideal led them to explore both natural and supernatural themes in their works.

Another persistent view of art regarded its divorce from logic. Reason and logic were the province of scientists and philosophers, whereas creativity and insight were the area of the artists. The two separate aspects of the mind were supposed to remain distinct.

But in 1704, a major breakthrough occurred. Sir Isaac Newton, mathematician and physicist, published his study of light, Opticks. One of Newton's major discoveries was on the nature of color. Using a prism (棱镜) , Newton found that white light is actually composed of all the colors of the rainbow. He even provided a scientific explanation for the presence of rainbows. The artistic community was shocked. A scientist had taken a beautiful and magical experience and reduced it to the simple refraction of beams of light through the prism of a raindrop. A scientist had ventured into their sacred territory.

More than a hundred years later, John Keats, one of the most famous Romantic poets, accused Newton of reducing beauty by "unweaving the rainbow." His colleague, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, famously remarked that the souls of five hundred Newtons would be needed to make one Shakespeare. And yet, from another perspective, Newton did not reduce the beauty of the rainbow; he enhanced it. In his search to uncover the secrets of the rainbow, Newton demonstrated the wonder, creativity, and inspiration of an artist. He also gave the world another opportunity to experience the sublime (绝妙). Newton's discovery paved the way for the development of the science of spectroscopy, a way of analyzing the chemical makeup of light. Now scientists can look at the stars and know their composition. The sense of wonder this ability creates is not much different from the wonder the poet or artist feels when staring at those same stars.

The conference will focus on strategies for preventing and reducing disinformation, as well as applying best practices to address this global challenge. It aims to provide a forum (论坛) for journalists, social media experts, educators, researchers, policy-makers and communications professionals, from within and outside the UN.

Currently, we are in search of social media volunteers to provide online assistance for this conference.

Requirements:

· Outstanding oral and written communication skills

· Professional graphic (绘图的) design experience

· Prior involvement in designing document layouts

· In-depth familiarity with graphic design apps

· Working knowledge of the English language

Note: A degree in graphic design or a related field is considered a plus.

Responsibilities:

· Developing a comprehensive social media release plan

· Assisting in choosing the right types of media and updating conference information on a daily basis

· Working together with our communications team to create social media activities according to agreed requirements

· Developing a series of social media resources once the final concept is agreed upon, with a particular focus on a youth (university level) student audience

Join us now as a social media volunteer and help build a future with less disinformation. You will also have the opportunity to build connections with the UNIC Canberra and its partners and learn about the ways in which social media communication can support the promotion of a conference centering on disinformation.

Find out more at https://app.unv.org/opportunities.

My name is Jake Reynolds. That year, I was a junior at a high school. I was known for my good grades and honesty, but I encountered a situation that would test my integrity in ways I hadn't imagined.

It all started with Mr. Lawson's history class. We had been assigned a major essay on the impacts of World War II, which would account for a significant part of our final grade. The essay was due in two weeks, and I had been tirelessly working on it, staying up late to ensure my research was thorough and my arguments were well organized.

The day before the essay was due, my computer crashed. I panicked as I realized I had lost almost all of my work. I had saved some drafts on a cloud service, but they were outdated and incomplete. It seemed impossible to start over. At that moment, desperation clouded my judgment.

As I sat at my desk, trying to figure out what I could do, my friend Daniel knocked on my door. He was also struggling with his essay and knew I had been working hard on mine. Noticing my worry, he asked if I needed help. I hesitated, but ultimately admitted what had happened.

Daniel looked thoughtful, "You know, I heard about a website that offers ready-made essays. It could be a good idea to try it if you really need to."

The idea seemed like a lifeline. I knew it was wrong, but the pressure was mounting, and I felt cornered. After a moment's hesitation, I decided to use the website. I quickly purchased an essay, changed it slightly to make it fit the assignment, and submitted it. I felt a sense of relief, but it was short-lived.

The next morning, Mr. Lawson announced that the essays would be graded using plagiarism (剽窃) detection software. My heart sank, and I knew it wouldn't take long for the software to catch it.

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By the afternoon, my fears were confirmed.

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Seeing my reflection report, Mr. Lawson asked me to rewrite the essay.

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（1）人工智能在你生活中的应用实例；

（2）人工智能带来的问题；

（3）人类与人工智能和谐共处的建议。

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（2）可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Living with AI

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As a Chinese-German student at Tsinghua University, I thought I had already had a (well) grasp of both Chinese culture and modernization. Yet, my recent visit to Suzhou gave me a fresh perspective (视角) on tradition and modernity coexist harmoniously in this city.

As one of the destinations of the "Go Jiangsu" program, we (visit) the Yao Jianping Embroidery Art Gallery. Before this encounter, my (interact) with Suzhou silk embroidery was limited online images. So, at the art gallery, I was shocked by the fact that it is not made with machines.

Wandering along the Pingjiang Road at night was an even more striking experience. Bathed in the modern lighting and (taste) the delicious local food along the ancient street, I tried my best (picture) the lives of those who lived here thousands of years ago. (it) unique charm kept reminding me that modernization didn't have to mean abandoning tradition

This trip was much more than a simple travel experience. It was also enriching experience for the soul. Through personal (encounter), I gained a deeper appreciation for China's culture and progress.

When I pulled into the store parking lot, I4 a homeless man and his dog near the entrance. He held a cardboard sign asking for help, but cars kept driving past him. Out of5, I stopped, gave him some money, and then went inside for a new coat.

As I was about to6, I saw that he was still there. I drove back, got out of my car, and7 him. He was younger than I had expected, with long hair but8 eyes. Although his clothes were9, his behavior was calm and hopeful. His dog looked10, too.

I handed him some extra cash and offered him my old coat, explaining the11 problem. He smiled gratefully and said he was sure someone would12 it. When I asked if there was anything else he needed, he simply replied, "Prayers." I shook his hand and promised to13 him in my thoughts.

From this encounter, I learned three lessons: even in14, people can remain kind; every act of generosity matters; and we all15 through life toward the same destination. It is best to travel with a caring heart, a positive attitude, and a friendly smile.

Want to boost your self-confidence, feel more empowered, and take charge of your life? By embracing a bold mindset, you will unlock greater confidence, resilience, and control over your life. Here are some valuable tips to help you discover your passions and strengths, while overcoming your fears.

Stop hesitating and take action to build your self-confidence.

Is there something you've been wanting or trying to do, but can't seem to get the courage up?. Taking the first small step towards trying something new can give you the energy to keep going. Whenever you' re feeling unsure in interactions with others, swallow your pride and make the first move!

Do the unexpected and get out of your comfort zone.

Doing something new and unexpected might make you feel uneasy or afraid.. Instead, embrace the newness of a skill, trust your ability to adapt and don't be afraid to be yourself. Remember, taking a risk like learning a new skill isn't the same as making impulsive (冲动的) decisions. To avoid regrets, make choices and take actions reflecting your values.

Pretend you' re already bold.

Your bold inspiration doesn't have to be real. You could even think of a character from a movie or book who's daring and brave. Then, imagine their boldness in your life. If you already know someone bold, imagine how they'd act. Studies show your mood can be affected by your behavior.

While there's power in taking on something new or trying to get what you want, there's also the chance you may fail. Embrace the failure. It's not the opposite of success, it's a necessary component. Without the risk of failure, you don't have the opportunity for success.

Being bold lets you oxford, embrace, and take charge of your life.
 

A. Accept any outcome.

B. Don't give in to those feelings!

C. Take small steps to reach your goals.

D. Stop thinking and actually do something.

E. "Fake it until you make it" has some truth to it!

F. Part of being bold involves staying calm and focused.

G. Developing a bold personality is a skill you can practice.

Well into the 20th century, most Europeans worked on farms and they mistakenly blamed foreign competition for their suffering. Their protests eventually led to the Smoot-Hawley Tariff (关税) Act (SHTA) that started a global trade war that lasted for decades.

At that time, the economic damage from SHTA turned out to be relatively small. For example, at that time, international trade accounted for only 9 percent of America's GDP.

However, the law proved very harmful in the long term, by damaging the political and moral foundations of international trade that John Stuart Mill had described more than a century earlier: "International trade first taught nations to see with goodwill the wealth and progress of one another. Before that, citizens and political leaders usually wished all countries weak, poor, and ill-governed but their own. After that, they learned to see in other countries' wealth and progress a direct source of wealth and progress to their own country."

After the Second World War, political leaders finally understood the importance of dismantling (拆除) the previous decades' tariff walls and succeeded in establishing today's global order that drove the worldwide tariff average of nearly 30 percent in 1945 down to about 5 percent today.

Economic historians have long known that free international trade does not lift all boats. Its benefits may not be equally enjoyed by all, but its costs, as experienced by European farmers in the 19th century and by American factory workers today, are concentrated and severe. Even so, the broad benefits of free trade far outweigh the concentrated harms.

It's certainly true that AI is a wonderful new tool dramatically transforming human life. AI is getting faster and better at spotting patterns in complicated information. This helps it guess what might happen next-like predicting what a customer will buy, the next word in a sentence, a sound in spoken language, or many other tasks. AI can answer specific complex questions or perform complex calculations at a rate impossible for the human mind to comprehend, let alone compete with. It can also create images and speeches which not only imitate reality but surpass it to meet programmed standards of excellence.

However, although these may be helpful to adults seeking to improve productivity, it is necessary to follow G. K. Chesterton's advice that children should not be controlled by educational projects and ideas without scientific proof. Allowing students to avoid traditional learning methods with AI will have uncertain and potentially harmful results. The same could be true of educators' dependence on AI for student assessment and lesson planning. In education at least, it is quite possible that AI will work against natural human development and provide not a short cut to human formation but a short circuit.

Despite AI's influence, traditional learning and writing assignments are crucial for promoting learning and cognitive development. Homework, similar to music practice, teaches discipline and skills essential for personal growth and future success. Deceptive (欺骗性的) practices harm genuine learning, spoiling students' competitiveness in an AI-dominated job market. Reliance on AI-generated content weakens critical thinking and creativity, damaging students' intellectual growth. Moreover, it devalues the role of teachers in guiding students' development. In contrast, real engagement with homework cultivates invaluable human qualities essential in an AI-driven world, ensuring students' competitive advantage and overall development.

The idea of spending time abroad hadn't occurred to me until my advisor suggested it during my first year. With his support, I enjoyed a remarkable summer in a laboratory in Japan, which left me wanting more. So, I applied for a Fulbright fellowship in Poland. To receive the fellowship, I first had to find a lab to host me, and neither I nor my advisor had any connections to Poland.

Relying on Google to translate lab websites, I began to send cold emails. When my eventual host responded, eager to collaborate, I was thrilled. I suddenly felt the possibilities for my research career were endless and global.

I was the first visiting scholar my research group had hosted from the United States, and my Polish colleagues were curious about what brought me to their country. This led to many fruitful discussions about the similarities and differences in how science is conducted across cultures. For example, much of the funding in Poland is awarded to teams rather than individuals. The system promotes cross-disciplinary (跨学科的) cooperations across the country, which in turn shapes how scientists design and carry out studies.

I learned as much about the history and culture in Central and Eastern Europe as I did scientifically. Colleagues related firsthand accounts about challenges the region faced during the Cold War. Many laboratories had limited resources, and they rarely published their research in English. Those conditions helped shape research on antimicrobial treatment into bacteriophage and antibiotics, and Poland remain leaders in the former to this day.

My cultural immersion made me a better researcher. I now see cross-cultural cooperations as a way to overcome communication barriers that can block progress in science. By stepping outside my comfort zone, I gained the confidence to navigate my research in new directions that I might have otherwise boxed myself out of.

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Africa promises numerous cultural experiences, and a diverse range of wildlife. Whether it's seeing the amazing Egyptian pyramids, a site of cultural and historical importance at sunrise or doing a meet and greet with chimpanzees in Liberia's Monkey Island, adventure awaits you at every turn.

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Antarctica is the world's last great wilderness. Follow a path similar to Captain Shackleton's to reach this distant continent. The days are long, and the sun might not set at all. View plenty of sea animals — whales, seals, penguins. Liberty Travel promises perfect experiences aboard ships for your Antarctica trip.

Central America Vacation Packages

Rain forests and Mayan ruins; Pacific beaches with coral reefs — this is Central America. By sea, view whales and turtles; by land, watch for sloths (树獭) and monkeys. Panama has the Panama Canal, a great wonder built by people as well as an important route connecting two oceans. Take boat tours to see big ships being lifted and lowered through the canal's locks. Liberty Travel can take you there.

Last year at Christmas time, my wife, three children and I were on our way from Paris to Nice.Somehow everything went wrong. Our hotels were "tourist traps" and our rented car broke down. On Christmas Eve, when we checked into a dirty hotel in Nice, there was no Christmas spirit in our hearts.

It was raining and cold when we went out to eat.We found a small restaurant poorly decorated for the holiday.Only five tables in the restaurant were taken.There were two German couples, two French families, and an American sailor, by himself. They were eating in stony silence except the sailor.He was writing a letter, and a half­smile lighted his face. In the corner a piano player was listlessly (无精打采地) playing Christmas music.

All of us were interrupted by an old French flower woman through the front door. She had a worn overcoat and her old shoes were wet.Carrying her basket of flowers, she went from one table to another. No one bought any. Exhausted and frustrated, she sat down at a table.

The sailor finished his meal and got up to leave. Putting on his coat, he walked over to the flower woman's table.

"Merry Christmas, " he said, smiling and picking out a handful of flowers."How much are they？"

"Two francs, Sir."

The sailor put a twenty franc note in the woman's hand.

"I don't have change, Sir, " she said. "I'll get some from the waiter."

"No, ma'am, " said the sailor, leaning over and kissing the ancient cheek."This is my Christmas present for you."

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Then the sailor headed for our table with the flowers in his hand.

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The piano player came alive and pleasant music filled the whole room.

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1. 活动内容；

2. 活动感受；

注意：

1. 词数80词左右；

2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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The 21-year-old Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen made history as the first Asian player to win an Olympic singles title by (beat) Croatia's Donna Vekic in the final match in Paris on Saturday. It was first singles medal for China in tennis since the sport returned to the Olympics in 1988.

Zheng expressed her thanks to her coaches, Xia Xiyao and Yu Liqiao, once coached Li Na. Her first coach was Xia Xiyao. After training under Xia for a year, she (send) to Yu Liqiao. (know) for her strict and tough coaching style, Yu was famously demanding. Zheng remarked that during her stay in Wuhan, Yu was the coach who contributed most (significant) to her progress.

Zheng also showed the lengths her supportive parents went to during her early (year) to prepare for the victory. "My parents sacrificed a lot for me," Zheng said. "When I was 12, my mum quit her job to support my tennis journey. When I was 14 15, my father sold our house to help me to realize my dream. My success is not just (I). It's also my parents'. They taught me how to stay (focus) on my dream. They always believed in me."

Humans depend on bees and other "pollinators (授粉者)" like butterflies to help grow plants, such as flowers and trees. But with humans taking over more and more land for cities, roads and farms, more natural areas have disappeared. The Wildlife Trusts, a group which works to protect wildlife in the UK, says that the insect numbers there have dropped by 50% since 1970. Bee bus stops are a small step toward supporting these important insects.

The advertising company Clear Channel is working with The Wildlife Trusts and city governments to set up bee bus stops in cities across the UK. Bee bus stops are like ordinary bus shelters, but small gardens have been added to the roofs to attract bees and butterflies. The company plans to set up 1,000 bee bus stops in the UK.

Clear Channel already has bee bus stop programs in several countries in Europe. In the Netherlands, the city of Utrecht has 300 bee bus stops. Research shows that these bus stops— along with many other steps taken to support pollinators — may be helping. After decades of dropping numbers, bee populations in the Netherlands seem to have become more stable over the last few years.

The little gardens can also help to slightly lower city temperatures. Even though the bus shelter gardens are small, together they add up to a much larger area. Thirzah McSherry, who works for The Wildlife Trusts, says, "We're living through a nature and climate crisis and we need to use every tool we've got to deal with it."

Jaramillo's students live in neighborhoods where fresh food and green space are not easy to find and fast-food restaurants outnumber grocery stores. "The kids literally come to school with bags of snacks and large bottles of soft drinks," she says. "They come to us thinking vegetables are awful, dirt is awful, insects are awful." Though some are scared of the insects and turned off by the dirt at first, most are eager to try something new.

Urban Sprouts' classes, at two middle schools and two high schools, include hands-on experiments such as soil testing, flower-and-seed dissection, tastings of fresh or dried produce, and work in the garden. Several times a year, students cook the vegetables they grow, and they occasionally make salads for their entire schools.

Program evaluations show that kids eat more vegetables as a result of the classes. "We have students who say they went home and talked to their parents and now they're eating differently," Jaramillo says.

She adds that the program's benefits go beyond nutrition (营养). Some students get so interested in gardening that they bring home seeds to start their own vegetable gardens. Besides, working in the garden seems to have a calming effect on Jaramillo's special education students, many of whom have emotional control issues. "They get outside," she says, "and they feel successful."

Elite Summer Programmes are designed for young people to experience university life while studying at Cambridge University. We provide young students with high-quality teaching to encourage them to think through hands-on activities and personalised support.

Programme 1 — Artificial Intelligence

This programme offers a unique learning opportunity for participants interested in AI. It explores the world of AI, machine learning, and data science in an interesting and culturally rich environment.

Ages: 13 — 18

Class size: 7 — 10 students

Dates: Jul 14 — 23

Programme 2 — Chemistry

Students will take part in hands-on laboratory experiments, interactive classes, and discussions led by well-known experts in the field. Additionally, the programme creates an active learning environment that promotes (促进) critical thinking, teamwork, and exploration of the latest research.

Ages:16 — 18

Class size: 6-8 students

Dates: Aug 7 — 21

Programme 3-Creative Writing

Through a mix of workshops, seminars, and one-on-one guidance, participants organise their thoughts, write interesting stories, and develop their unique writing styles. This programme helps participants build confidence to follow their passion for writing at a higher level.

Ages:17 — 19

Class size:8 — 12 students

Dates: July 7 — 24

Programme4-English Literature

Students get the chance to explore the works of famous writers, join in lively discussions, and sharpen their critical thinking skills under the guidance of experienced lecturers. The programme also teaches students how to analyse (分析) both classic and modern literature.

Ages: 15 — 19

Class size: 10 — 15 students

Dates: Aug 4 — 17

I couldn't forget the way I was frozen in front of the class today. My teacher, Mr. Liu had divided the class into groups to do speeches. Today was my turn. However, my hands shook so badly that I couldn't read my notes. My voice became softer even to silence. Mr. Liu kindly ended my part of speech even though I clearly didn't finish. He also asked me to stay after class for a moment.

"Betty, I know you are shy, but you worked so hard on this project. I'd hate to see you give up on yourself." Mr. Liu said, "If I give you another chance until tomorrow, do you think you can find courage?" I nodded, grateful for the chance. I went as quickly as I could to my next class, keeping my head down and hoping the school day would end soon.

When I reached home that afternoon, I could see an inviting light coming from the kitchen windows. Mum was baking(烘焙). She studied my face as I came into the kitchen. "What's wrong, Betty?"

Tears shone in my eyes. I told her the whole story. Mum was silent for a moment with her hands busy with the cake. "Why is it that you can talk to me about anything and everything but you can't talk to your class?" Mum asked. She set the time right and then said, "Let me show you something."

I followed her to the bedroom. There she showed me a book filled with pictures. In it there was a blue ribbon(丝带) that said "First Place" and a picture of herself when she was very young, standing with her parents.

"I won it for public speaking. I started the school year as the shyest girl on the speech team, but I ended the year as the blue ribbon winner. It wasn't easy at first—not sure of myself at all. I worked hard, and mostly I faced my tears. You just need to find your courage."

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1.续写词数应为150左右;

2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Hearing Mum's words, I stared at the valuable blue ribbon, lost in thought.

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The next day I walked to the front of the classroom to give my speech.

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