Saturday, July 23, 2011

How how was it? A chocolate mess in Las Vegas says it all...








Yesterday, I made the mistake of snatching up a bag of chocolate-covered pretzels, before heading back to my Hotel suite (too pooped to participate).

By the time I flopped down on my comfy bed in the cool air-conditioned room, the tasty snack had melted into a chocolate mess, so I quickly tossed the gooey treat into the refrigerator.

Indeed, around the country - under an ominous sweltering dome that has prevailed for days - folks were frying steaks on the the front windshields of their vehicles!

Yup!

That's how sizzling hot it was!

But, in my case, there was a silver lining.

When I reached for the snack from the refrigerator later, I came up with a delicious idea for a yummy dessert.

Chocolate Pretzel Chunks.

After adding two scoops of ice cream, and topping it with whipping cream, I was in heaven!

Don't forget a cherry for the top!

Stay cool, eh?

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Tasty ice-cream treats to cool 'ya down in sizzling heat!


Pure of Heart...quote by Julian Ayrs!









If your actions
are
Pure
of
Heart
there will be
no harm


Julian Ayrs
Chocolate Buddha
Collection of Poems


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Working-out...exercising Vegas-Style! Stay in shape while on vacation!













A stop-over in the desert oasis for some fun and sun doesn't mean daily work-outs have to be put on hold.

In fact, with all the wining and dining going down, it may be more important to focus on a health regimen to avoid tipping the scales while on vacation.

For starters, check with the Concierge at your Hotel to determine if there is a gym or work-out spa on the premises.

If there is, schedule an hour-or-so each day to tone, burn calories, and build muscle.

In the event your lodgings do not have a facility, then snatch up the yellow pages in the lobby, and scour the directory for a gym nearby.  Many major chains have day passes at reasonable rates for out-of-towners.

In the alternative, swim laps if there is a pool.

Swimming is the best all-round exercise for the whole body that there is.

When you're ready for some "alone" time, there are a handful of exercises you can perform in your hotel suite with a minimum amount of fuss, which are quite effective in re-shaping the human form.

For example, push-ups off the end of the bed (legs up) are great for the upper chest, shoulders, and biceps.

Crunches and sit-ups (curl feet under the end of the bed to stabilize your position on the floor if necessary) are sure to trim the love handles, dudes (as well as develop a nifty six-pack you'll be proud to show off poolside).

Jumping Jacks, knee bends, and leg raises off the carpet floor, will round out the work-out (with a focus on leg muscles, butt, and stomach).

By the way, if you're worrying that trotting down the strip at the crack-of-dawn may be an embarrassing proposition into the unknown, think again!

Just the other day, I couldn't help but notice that Las Vegas Boulevard is starting to be a very trendy popular spot to jog for young-and-old alike.

Slather on sun block, though.

And, don't forget to sport something trendy, eh?

Who know, you may meet Mr. Right.

As Roy Rogers once said:

Happy trails to you!

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Lady luck...Charms to hit the jackpot in Vegas Casinos! Wear dirty underwear!








They say when a guest strolls into a Casino for the first time to gamble, they are blessed with precious beginner's luck.

Then, once the streak goes kaput, there may be a need to walk away from the tables.

Of course, it is wholly possible to conjure up a little magic with the help of a lucky charm or two!

With that in mind, here is a sampling of wives's tales and superstitions which may put 'ya on the right track when you're down on your luck!

For starters, just as you're walking out the door of your bedroom at home (or at your hotel suite) be sure to turn the light on. According to a superstition, this will draw a "pot" of the coin of-the-realm to your humble abode.

Wear red underwear when you're placing your bets. The racy underwear may just trigger a ballsier sexier attitude which may go far with your betting technique at the gambling table.

Carry dice in your pocket. Be careful not to stroke 'em too much, though, or folks may think you're playing a little pocket pool underneath the poker table.

Where a charm in the shape of a horn (the horn of plenty) around your neck or on a wrist bracelet.

Place a mojo bag in your breast pocket out-of-sight (as close to your beating heart as possible) to attract positive money vibrations.

If your hot streak "cools down", then dash off to the rest room and take a dump. Don't know why this works, but it does, by golly.

When you're in the throes of a winning streak "go with it".

Don't bet on a horse at the races if the owner changed the animal's name.

Never count your cash while you're still gambling (it stops the flow of moolah dead in its tracks).

Money borrowed from a friend is luckier to bet with than your own.

Wear a piece of dirty laundry when you stop in to the Casino - especially if you intend to play a round-or-two of poker - in spite of the fact the gamblers all around you may turn away in disgust.  Maybe that's the idea (to distract them from the task at hand?).

Always stroke the screen of a slot machine before plugging in coins and hitting the play button.

Using the arm on the slot machine is luckier than using the automated "repeat bet" button.

Rub a Buddha's belly for good luck. There is one in the lobby of the Aria Hotel where you can do just that.  In fact, any bills you place on the coveted statue may result in winnings tenfold.

Oh, by the way, I expect a 10% cut.


Just kidding!

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Wang Chung (& Naked Eyes)...Free Concert at Fremont Street tonight! Las Vegas!








Under the auspices of the weekly Fremont Experience, Wang Chung ("Don't Let Go", "Everyone Have Fun Tonight", "Dance Hall Days") and Naked Eyes ("Always Something There To Remind Me") are slated to appear tonight at a free concert on the strip to kick-off at 9 p.m.

The special event is hosted by "Nina Blackwood's Absolutely 80's" musical festival - which has been quite well-received by the fans of "olden golden goodies" - who have been hankering to yank
their chains and get down-and-dirty to their fave hits from their rebellious youth of yesteryear!

While the musicians are on break, by the way, Fremont Street presents tributes to legends such as Jim Morrison (and the Doors), KISS, Queen, and others.

For an extra thrill-a-minute, hop on the zip-line amusement ride that soars high above the madding crowds below.

The experience will take your breath away.

See 'ya there!

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House Secretary John Boehner...pulls a "boner" & disrespects President Obama!







In the 11th hour it appeared that a deal had been struck in respect to the budget crisis.

But, according to inside sources, 70% of the Republicans urged John Boehner to "walk" away from the ongoing negotiations which were making headway.

With the threat of a default looming on the horizon, the President attempted to avert that potential dilemma, by setting up a meeting for this morning at 11 a.m. up on the hill.

The House Speaker ignored not just one or two of the President's calls, but a whole raft of them, throughout the course of the day.

Government protocol (and common courtesy and decency) dictates that a politician should pick-up the phone if they're in their office (and not in a session or closed-door meeting) or return the communication at first chance thereafter.

Boehner's refusal to show respect to Mr. Obama and the office of the sitting President - not only underscored his arrogance - but established that the House Speaker has been derelict in his duties.

If any other American failed to meet his or her work obligations (i.e. earn their daily pay), they would be fired on the spot, I dare say!

Just betcha, that if voters fear their social security cheques aren't in the mail (or directly deposited into their bank accounts) on August 3rd, that there will be a cry of foul around the land calling for Mr. Boehner's resignation - or at a minimum - a lynching by the angry mob in the town square.

Sir, you've been put on notice!

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Friday, July 22, 2011

Wynn Resort...bitchy cocktail waitresses! Racist Security guards! Theft!








Usually, when I trot in to Wynn Resorts to sip on a cocktail and try my luck at the slots, the experience is a pleasant relaxing one.

Unfortunately, the trek into the Casino yesterday around 3:30 p.m. in the afternoon left me appalled!

Gosh, it was as if the Wynn had turned upside-down and sideways somehow.

For example, as a guest approached a slot machine, a cocktail waitress glided by - at which point - a thirsty dude politely requested a little drinkie-pooh.

"Sit down and put some money in the slot machine," she snipped, "Then, I'll be back to take your order."

Say what?

Anyone who has been in a Casino is keenly aware of one truism.

If you don't get a cocktail order in when a waitress saunters by the first time, you are SOL until about thirty minutes later, when the aging beauty queen finally drags her sorry ass back.

In spite of her promise, the gal failed to return right away, so the guest was forced to flag down a floor manager instead.

Sure enough, the same tired old babe trotted back, now ready to eat crow!

Personally, I have never witnessed such rude insulting behaviour by a waitress in the Wynn over the past couple of years that I have been frequenting the pretty Casino.

If Mr. Wynn is at the helm these days, it sure isn't obvious.

When was the last time he strolled through the floor to check quality control?

In recent days, the high-flying Hotelier has been poking his nose in the political arena, and taking pot shots at President Barack Obama.

Just maybe, Wynn needs to start putting the focus back on his business empire where it is sorely needed.

Uh-huh!

You can put a pretty cocktail dress (and a coiffed wig) on a piece of white trailer trash, but there's no getting around the awful truth.

The classless babe is still a piece of white trailer trash!

I was also surprised to catch sight of two middle-aged "shrews" strolling through the aisles of the slots machines, and pushing chairs back in place, before guests were hardly on their feet.

One old doll - with gaunt stretched skin and a bad die-job - stared down her nose coldly at guests (and acted "put out") whenever they approached her with a question about the hotel.

At one point, I was inclined to stroll up and suggest - that if she hated her job - she shouldn't take it out on the patrons.

Instead, I opted to pen this post to forewarn potential customers about the joint.

Frankly, I was also taken aback when a package disappeared at one point from a customer's chair.

The individual left their perch for a minute or so - and when they returned - their bag was gone!

When you consider that the two aforementioned hags (and a stream of other floor personnel) were constantly criss-crossing the casino floor, it is difficult to fathom how it could just vanish into thin air.

So, the patron headed for the "lost and found" department, to determine if an employee had turned in the bag without the floor manager's knowledge.

The first security guard was pleasant enough.

But, a second one was obviously a racist, drunk with power.

For instance, when the guest originally approached the first security guard, he was led him down a small hall, where the Hotel employee proceeded to jot down the details and call downstairs to determine if the package had been turned in.

While the guard was on the phone, the second swarthy-looking dude - in a ghastly tasteless purple jacket - proceeded to pounce on the hapless guest.

"Sir, stand back there," he snarled at the startled gambler.

If the patron shouldn't have been in the "hall" of the security office - then - it was the fault of the first guard for positioning him there!

The second guard - obviously a racist - seized on the opportunity to belittle (and abuse) the white guest without provocation.

Shocking, to say the least.

I also noticed that Mexican workers manning the mens room also tended to glare at white males whenever they strolled in to take a whiz.

Yup!

Latinos are finally getting tired of waiting on white folks, I guess.

Bottom line?

There was a silver lining.

I suddenly realized that the Wynn Casino is running rampant with a gang of losers - who rudely hover over - the "losers" who gamble there.

And, for that reason, I have decided not to patronize Wynn's Casinos anymore.

The Wynn is on my shit list, alright!

You know what they say:

"Never throw pearls before swine!"

I wouldn't "Bless them" with my presence.

In fact, I highly recommend that folks heading in the direction of Wynn Resorts - pass the establishment by - and trek on down the strip to the Aria, the Cosmpolitan, Caesars, or Bally's instead (where they treat folks with dignity and respect and appreciate the business).

Amen!

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Spanglish...definition by Julian Ayrs!











"Spanglish" is a dialect spoken predominantly in third-world cities in the United States such as Los Angeles and New York City which is also popping up in other major American metropolises such as Las Vegas, Dallas, and the picturesque city  by the Bay (San Francisco).

In essence, Spanglish is a guttural (often unpredictable) mix of broken English and Spanish.

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Ugly Bathing Suit Competition...at TAO BEACH! $2000 Cash Price! July 23rd in Vegas!












Uh-huh!

Drag out that tacky old swimsuit from yesteryear (for example, plaid swim trunks, dudes!) and trot on down to TAO BEACH (Venetian Hotel) tomorrow for a chance to snatch up a $2000 cash prize!

The event is being billed as the "Blizzard on the Beach".

Yup, the management has found a way to cool their guests down, during this sizzling hot heat wave.

Snow in July?

What a novel idea!

I'm prepped and raring to go.

See 'ya there!


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Thursday, July 21, 2011

Engelbert Humperdinck...star on Vegas strip! In Concert @ Paris Hotel!










In-between rehearsing for his upcoming gig at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Engelbert Humperdinck trotted over to the strip to be inducted into the "Walk of Stars".

The aging Lothario is the 55th recipient of the prestigious honor.

The popular crooner has racked up a number of enviable accomplishments in the industry over the years - such as four Grammy nominations, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a 1988 Golden Globe for Entertainer of the year (1988) - to name a few.

Humperdinck boasts 24 platinum albums to his credit, too.

Fans are no doubt aware that Engelbert Humperdinck is not the headliner's birth name.

Why change your stage name to one that is - well - too long for a marquee and so difficult to for the common Joe to pronounce?

The recording star's handlers urged him to make the unusual move because they conjectured - that with a name like Englebert Humperdinck - no one would ever forget him.

Over the years, the theory appears to have rung true.

By the way, I have finished up with my own rehearsals, and intend to warble a few tunes up on the Vegas strip in the next week-or-so.

If 'ya spy me, stop by and say hi, eh?

I am tinkering with the idea of donating proceeds from a portion of my "singing" earnings to start a foundation to help fund books, lunches, and shoes for needy kids in schools around the country.

If you recall, Danny Thomas walked into a Church years ago and promised the Lord that if he helped the struggling performer succeed in show business, that he would build a hospital in return in his honor (and to help the children).

Well, Mr. Thomas ended up a major star, and I believe the hospital he built was St. Jude's!

To make a dint in the costs involved, I expect I'll have to make some big bucks, though.

One hit might do it, eh?

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Justin Bieber...soccer lessons with David Beckham! Selena to serenade baby Harper!









The "Bieb" is anxious to rustle up a truckload of fancy kicks for the soccer field - they call it rugby in England - so he sealed a pact with David Beckham to slate a round of private lessons in the near future!


In exchange for the one-on-one hands-on tutoring (!) Justin has promised to perform at a private concert for Becks and his wife Posh.

To sweeten the pot, Selena (Bieber's steady squeeze) has agreed to serenade Beckham's newly-born child, who was christened with an unusual moniker:

Harper Seven Beckham

"Seven represents the spiritual," David beamed to one reporter.

Ya know?

"The seven wonders of the world and that sort-of-thing," the soccer stud elaborated with ease.

I wonder if the agreement includes tips on how to suavely pull off a jersey on the soccer field?

Enquiring minds also want to know if Justin intends to follow in Dave's - um - underpants.

Is there a spread on the horizon for the "Bieb" in Armani tightie-whities?

Just betcha that Justin is a boxer-man.

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William Shatner...to host screening of "The Captains" @ Hollywood Forever Cemetery! Trekkies dress-up soiree!










The ghostly spirits of famed actors (Rudolph Valentino, Tyrone Power, and Douglas Fairbanks, Jr.) peer out from behind ornate headstones, and grand old shade trees whisper in a light breeze, as a peaceful calm prevails over the well-manicured grounds.

Of course, I am referring to - The Hollywood Forever Cemetery - the celebrated resting place for the famous (and infamous) who once danced across the boards or graced the silver screen in the golden age.

In recent years, the picturesque setting - replete with sweeping lawns and quaint meditation ponds dotted with water lillies - has become a special events venue that sell-outs weeks in advance to loyal fans of the prestigious fine arts.

On Monday July 25th, the trend continues, as Canadian actor William Shatner hosts a screening of the film:

"The Captains"
The flick stars Chris Pine, Patrick Stewart, Avery Brooks, Kate Mulgrew, Scott Bakula, and - of course - William Shatner.

The EPIX Pictures Entertainment Presentation follows Shatner as he seeks out each of the actors who have played Captains over the life of Star Trek.

I appeared in a cameo role as a crew member in a couple of scenes of one of the big-budget feature years ago - but, alas - do not meet the criteria.

Go figure!

Meanwhile, the organizers are dangling cool prizes to reward Star Trek fans who turn up in costume.

See 'ya there!

INFORMATION

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Fox 5 News...upbeat, informative & entertaining! Style tip for Dave Hall...










When the light streams through a crack in the curtain at dawn, I flip on the television to Fox 5 News in Las Vegas.

After all, I have found that the local station provides up-to-the-minute news alerts, early-morning smilers, and delicious entertainment scuttlebutt worth catching before I saunter out the door to greet the day!

That male anchor is gay as a goose, though, isn't he?

Just watch the hands, Dave, and you'll be alright.

But, Mr. Hall is in dire need of a style tip or two judging by his sloppy appearance on-camera yesterday.

For example, otherwise tasteful suit jacket puckered around his waist in an unsightly manner, for starters.

A definite "no no".

Watch out, Dave, the fashion police will getcha on that oversight alone.

If that wasn't bad enough, the tip of Mr. Hall's tie was also poking out in the crotch area (not that I was intentionally taking a gander there) to beat the band.

Dave, the rule of thumb?

If the suit jacket (or sport coat) doesn't drape properly in a seated position, then leave the bottom button undone!

Simple, eh?

Keep up the scintillating news bites, by the way, 'cause they make our day!

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This "look" is not for you Dave!




 

Bally's...Vegas Hotel "drops" Resort Fees! Free $20 slot play!




Entrance amounts to a futuristic welcome mat Vegas-style!






There was a lot of fanfare on the street in front of Bally's Hotel bright-and-early this morning as a posse of smartly-dressed "suits" (top management brass) and staff gathered excitedly to tout their latest promotion.

No resort fees!

That's sure worth cheering about.

In recent months, a scandal has been brewing over resort fees, and the failure of Hotels such as - Hooters, the Artisan, and Terribles Casino - to disclose the surcharges up front on booking sites such as Orbitz, Expedia, and Hot Wire (to name a few).

I reported on the issue a few weeks ago.

Post:  05/24/2011

http://ijulian.blogspot.com/2011/05/hootersrips-off-vegas-tourists-expedia.html

Now that Bally's has taken a bold step forward - and has ended the scurrilous practice of charging tourists "resort fees" - maybe other Hoteliers will follow suit.

By the way, Management is also providing $20 free slot play for tourists and locals alike once they've join the Total Awards Club. 

A ticket to a show or a $20 dinner credit are offered up as an alternative for individuals who do not gamble.

Looks like Bally's is back in the game on the strip, eh?

Now, if only those room rates would drop a tad, and come with plush bathrobes!

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Wednesday, July 20, 2011

OMG! It's Justin Bieber...catch phrase takes fans by storm! Urban myth?










Over the weekend, it was reported that Justin Bieber and his main squeeze were taking a romantic stroll along the beach at Malibu, when the familiar strains of one of his pop tune floated in their direction (through the otherwise still night air) from a party nearby.

When the "Bieb" learned that newlyweds were celebrating their vows - with his hit tune playing in the background - he proceeded to crash the splashy soiree to serenade the couple in the flesh much to their surprise.

"OMG! It's Justin Bieber," the lovebirds cried out in unison.

Like many phrases - "Where's the Beef?" & "I can't believe I ate the whole thing" - the Bieber "cry" caught on in about two-seconds-flat around the country.

For instance, the next day I was standing on Flamingo Road waiting for the light to change, when four happy-go-lucky students spied me out-of-the-blue.

"OMG! It's Justin Bieber," they exclaimed, just before cracking up.

Uh-huh!

When I was a kid, my friends and I would get on a "giggle" about something, and the trend might last for days!

"OMG! It's Justin Bieber" is right "up there" (and may become an urban myth).

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Walgreens...incompetent employees as slow as molasses in January! Poor quality products!










With so many Americans around the country crying-the-blues over unemployment, you'd think that it would be a retailer's market when it came to hiring workers, right?

Even so, for some inexplicable reason, Walgreens continues to employ rude incompetent staff that are a turn-off to consumers-at-large.

For example, at their outlet at Charleston and Las Vegas Boulevard in Las Vegas, a male cashier on the morning shift (6:30 a.m.) can barely handle one customer at the register let alone two or three waiting there impatiently.

When the elusive "they" invented the catch phrase - "as slow as molasses in January" - they must have been thinking of that unkempt dim-witted middle-aged dude!

In addition, the large percentage of their staff have all the personality and charm of a worm!

Talk about bad attitudes.

If I was in charge, I'd purge the ranks, and toss a job fair!

Notwithstanding, it should also be noted that their products are of low quality, too.

Their stock is worse than what you'd scoff-up off the shelves at the 99 cent store!

For instance, a nail clipper I purchased for approximately $2.00, snapped in two after using it once.

And, a pen I purchased for $2.99 ran out of ink the next day.

Daily, they try to foist - badly bruised bananas, rotting fruit, stale pastries, and over-priced water - on the teaming masses who fly in while on vacation locally.

CVS is starting to look pretty good as an alternative for shopping these days!

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Ain't America Great (American Rant)...lyrics for pop culture tune by Julian Ayrs!











Today, I was strolling down Las Vegas Boulevard (a daily haunt that is conducive to the creative workings of my artsy-fartsy visionary bent on things) when I started to fathom up a few lyrics for a catchy little tune (sure to explode on the pop charts given half-the-chance).

It goes something like this:

Ain't America great!
Ain't America great!

Gays are tying-the-knot
The medically-disabled are smoking pot
The President is black
Sarah Palin has a great rack!

USA!
USA!
USA!

Ain't America great!
Ain't America great!

Welcome the humble masses
Down with racist asses
Hurrah for Mom & Apple pie
If you believe in
Justice & Freedom for all
Vote Ron Paul!

USA!
USA!
USA!

Ain't America great!
Ain't American great!

(trail off to a dull roar)

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Steve Wynn...slams President Obama's socialist leanings! Threat to U.S. business!




Say What?





For the most part, high-flying Hotelier - Steve Wynn - is usually upbeat, optimistic, and inclined to spout off enthusiastically about his successful "empire" growing in leaps-and-bounds.

Yesterday, the Casino "King" was crying the blues - however - and taking pot shots at President Obama.

According to Mr. Wynn, entrepreneurs are not only sitting on their assets just now, but taking a prudent "wait and see" attitude when it comes to future business ventures in this country.

Frankly, they're scared!

In a nutshell, Wynn has taken the position that President Obama's "socialist" stance has had (and will continue to have) a chilling effect on the economy, business, and the future of this country.

News at 11!

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Gay Marriage...New York lovebirds tie-knot by Lottery! Adam & Steve thrilled!











Once it was announced that "gay marriages" would be recognized in New York within thirty-days of a court ruling allowing same-sex unions in that state, droves of residents (and long-time lovers living in sin) logged online in a frenzy to reserve a coveted spot at City Hall to "get hitched" legally on that special day.

When the celebrated day rolls around, lovebirds won't have to worry about getting in line "on time" at City Hall, though, to be guaranteed their civil right to say "I do".

Once City Officials determined that there were too many applicants to "service" that day comfortably (or in romantic good taste) Mayor Bloomberg announced that 764 couples would be chosen by "lottery" to tie-the-knot on July 24th (2011).

The rest will have to eat cake, 'til a later date, eh?

"We wanted to make sure that Sunday is not like a trip to the Motor Vehicles," a city spokesperson acknowledged in no uncertain terms to the prying press quick on-the-uptake.

Uh-huh!

What self-respecting (loving) couple wants a publicity still of their "vows" that looks for all-the-world like a mug shot taken at the DMV?

Amen!

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