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KENMARK: Vera Wang MellaOval Swarovski crystals adorn the temples of this full zyl frame for women, which features a translucent front that stands out against dark colored temples.

Size: 51/15 (130) and 53/15 (135) Price: $$$$

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NOUVEAU EYEWEAR: Phoebe 718A feminine CatEye frame sparkles

with crystal detailing on the acetate frame front along with a full rim and spring hinges.

Size: 54/17 (140) Price: $$

(800) 292-4342/www.nouveaueyewear.com

TURA: gx by Gwen Stefani Pia 018This round pastel frame features a two-layer acetate which has been carved down to reveal the translucent second layer, while a thin line remains around the eye rim for a unique colorblocking effect.

Size: 46/22 (135) Pricing: $$

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CRAZY FOR CRYSTAL 20/20 I NS IGH T : If you’re not in on the crystal craze yet—jump aboard. Translucent fades,

colored crystals and fully transparent eyewear pieces are everywhere we turn. Light, modern and easy to wear, these frames offer wearers a bold look that won’t overwhelm their faces.

We can literally see right through this trend—and we are loving what we see. —Jillian Urcelay

ZYLOWARE: Stetson 325This masculine frame emphasizes comfort with a full-rim combination that offers wearers a dependable, solid construction and enhanced durability, as well as spring hinges and the ability to accommodate progressives.

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Sophia Loren Gets Candid on The View!Talks Career, Cary Grant and New One Woman Show

Legendary actress Sophia Loren spoke to “The View” co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar on the Friday March 18th, 2016 show. Sophia told the co-hosts about her career and new one woman show, “An Evening with Sophia Loren.” She is known as one of the most beautiful women on the face of the earth but early in her career she had to overcome criticism of her looks. One of her first films was “Houseboat” with Cary Grant. Cary was rumored to have been in love with Sophia, who was married at the time.

During her interview, Sophia Loren explains why she did not go to the Academy Awards when she was nominated for the film “Two Women.” She was afraid that if she won, the weight of being the first Italian actress to win for a film in Italian would have caused her to faint. She did win the Oscar for Best Actress and received a call from; you guessed it, Cary Grant.

Sophia is coming to the stage for the first time in “An Evening with Sophia Loren.” Sophia has never done theater before and decided to do her new one woman show so she can talk to her fans. She finds it encouraging to be confronted with people who have followed her career. She also talks about the infamous photo of herself and Jayne Mansfield.

Sophia Loren’s stage show ran through the month of April. The tour provided fans with the opportunity to hear candid stories and experiences from Ms. Loren herself.

Original artcile written by Marisa dabney of ABC

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Daisy Fuentes: “I Gave Up Meat, but I’m Still a Foodie!”


Instead of the food, I now see the animal and what it went through to get on my plate. It’s a choice. And some things you just can’t unsee. I haven’t had a piece of meat or fish since I made the decision to become a vegetarian. I can’t — and amazingly, I don’t even want to.

The most fascinating part of my decision has been the reactions. People seem shocked, even offended, that I made this change. Some even become defensive, as though I suggested they’re doing something wrong. Perhaps my choice reminds them of something they’re trying to avoid.

Many comments and responses I hear are outright wrong. When I suggested on social media that a turkey-free Thanksgiving is something to consider, I was attacked. Users asked how I could dare ruin such a tradition. But the truth is that I don’t care what anyone eats. I have made my choice — and by the way I had a lovely and festive meat-free Thanksgiving.

I am, though, often asked for my fitness, health, and beauty advice. I love sharing all the wonderful, cutting-edge secrets I’ve learned from the best experts in the world. I always emphasized that a plant-based diet is the most important thing. Beauty and anti-aging happens from the inside out. I believe that eating a plant-based diet is essential to long term health and wellness.

I can still go to my favorite restaurants, but my choices are different. In fact, when I had the vegetarian menu at the world-renowned French Laundry, everyone I was with wished they’d done the same once they saw and tasted my dishes. When there are no vegetarian options, politely asking if the chef could whip something up for me has always worked. And I’ve learned how to make delicious vegetarian meals at home.

But I do struggle with some parts of this new life. I’d like to follow a vegan diet — but I still have the occasional cheesy pizza.

My name is Daisy Fuentes and I’m a vegetarian.

I grew up in a home with a Spanish mother and Cuban father. Until I was three, I lived in Cuba, and we later moved to Spain when I was eight. During those years, I ate Spanish and Cuban foods, which were cooked in a traditional way: usually fried, then refried if they were being served as leftovers. I didn’t like to eat much of it, especially the meat or seafood based meals that were 99 percent of what my parents served. Later, we moved from Madrid to New Jersey, where I was introduced to pepperoni pizza lunches — almost every day — as well as Twinkies and milk, cheeseburgers, mac and cheese, Doritos... you get the point. I was a junk food junkie. My parents still tried to get me to eat “protein” or “real” food often. Vegetables were never a real option or very important.

Eventually I grew up and started modeling, traveling the world, and enjoying more sophisticated flavors. I became a foodie. I cooked and created healthier versions of my favorite recipes. I started enjoying dinner parties, great restaurants, quality organic food, and wine pairings. But vegetables were never the stars of my show.

So you can imagine how unexpected and weird it was for my family and friends when I announced that I was a vegetarian.

I’d never really known any vegetarians. I always thought the whole vegan, hippie, yogi thing was interesting — but definitely not a lifestyle for a jet-setting foodie fashionista. But I was becoming more health conscious.I’m now passionate about plant-based diets, for two main reasons. The first is that I have been reading, researching, and watching films regarding health, fitness, and anti-aging for many years. I was particularly inspired by the documentary Forks Over Knifes, which suggested that food could be used as medicine for major diseases. I was motivated to try an organic, plant-based diet for health purposes.

There is a second reason I became a vegetarian, and that is because I am an animal lover. I’ve always been subliminally aware of the horrors in the meat industry. For a long time, I was not able to face the fact that my consumption had consequences. But about a year ago, the day finally came when I could not turn away any more. We have all seen the images of terrified pigs and mistreated cows on factory farms. The horrors are engraved in my mind, and I can no longer look away.

Original article writen by Daisy Fuentes, POPSUGAR Latina contributing editor

Hilary Rhoda Appears in Via Spiga Spring Campaign

SPRING FLING: Via Spiga has again signed model Hilary Rhoda as its face. For its spring 2016 ads, the shoe brand had Rhoda photographed by Paola Kudacki. Via Spiga first signed Rhoda in early 2015. This last November, she designed a limited-edition range of holiday shoes for the label. These latest ads, which debuted Tuesday, feature Via Spiga designs that will be sold in department stores including Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s.


Shaquille O’Neal Eyewear is a Slam Dunk!Everyone wants basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal on their team, and it’s easy to see why as he makes a mark on the eyewear realm with his new men’s optical line. Right on trend with the athleisure-wear takeover, Shaq’s sport-inspired fashion frames are completely wearable for the everyday guy. There are an array of styles to choose from in masculine rectangle shapes with bold lines or sleek metal finishes, depending on what you’re after. Meanwhile, cut-outs call attention to the textured temples and pops of color like dusky and sky blues, electric greens and bright oranges. Available in extended sizing, every dude can have the comfortable, lightweight and stylish specs he needs. If you want to join the winning team, Shaquille O’Neal Eyewear is the place to start!

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Sporty frames with fashion flavor are the optical industry’s answer for a seamless transtion from work to working out

The “athleisure” phenomenon has been embraced by the apparel industry for several seasons. This sporty, casual look stems from a desire for healthier lifestyles and everyday comfort. For days when an after-work activity may entail an exercise class or coaching a youth sports game, patients will want durable yet on-trend eyewear. To meet this need, eye care professionals need to look no further than these ruggedly smart Ophthalmics.

The latest to get in the frame game is none other than the NBA’s lovable large-scale personality, Shaquille O’Neal, who has joined forces with Zyloware Eyewear for a spring 2016 launch. Offering style, performance and comfort, the collection for men ages 18 to 50 includes a variety of shapes in full-rimmed and semi-rimless styles in a range of color accents and authentic styling using high-quality materials.

Design elements include contrasting pops of color, sporty temple tips, lightweight and adjustable library temples, and extended-fit sizing that meets the needs of men seeking additional head space and longer temples.

“Shaquille O’Neal Eyewear is an athleisure-based line highlighting sporty yet fashionable eyewear at an affordable price with sizing to fit every man, whether average-sized or Shaq-sized,” enthused James Shyer, co-CEO/COO. “Shaquille O’Neal is a perfect addition to the Zyloware family, and now is an exciting time to launch eyewear as the Shaq phenomenon is impacting so many new fashion categories,” stated co-CEO/president Christopher Shyer.

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Much like during their playing careers, there was no stopping Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson when it came to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

The larger-than-life 7-foot-1 big man and the ultra-quick 6-0 point guard lead the 10-member Class of 2016, which was announced Monday. April 4th.

O’Neal won four NBA championships and an MVP award and is in the league’s top 10 in career scoring. Iverson won four scoring titles and was the league’s MVP in 2001, when his 48-point performance for the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of the NBA Finals handed O’Neal’s Los Angeles Lakers their only loss of the most dominant postseason in NBA history.

Iverson and O’Neal will be enshrined along with Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, former Houston Rockets center Yao Ming, former WNBA star Sheryl Swoopes and Chicago Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf.

Longtime NBA referee Darrell Garretson, coach John McLendon and former stars Zelmo Beaty and Cumberland Posey will be enshrined posthumously.

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awards, joining Michael Jordan (6), Tim Duncan (3) and Magic Johnson (3). He was one vote shy in 1999-2000 of becoming the first unanimous MVP in NBA history as Iverson received the only other first-place vote.

Iverson, an 11-time All-Star, is the only player 6-0 or shorter to average at least 20 points per game for his career, finishing at 26.7.

“It’s just a tribute to everybody else behind the scenes who helped me accomplish what I wanted to accomplish,” Iverson said.

Izzo has reached seven Final Fours and earned 524 career victories since becoming the head coach at Michigan State in 1995. In 2000 he guided the Spartans to the NCAA national championship with an 89-76 win over Florida.

Ming, the No. 1 overall pick by the Rockets in 2002, didn’t have the numbers of some other great centers, but he bridged a path for the NBA to China. The third Chinese player in league history was an eight-time All-Star before injuries shortened his career, as he missed 159 out of a possible 164 games in the last two years in the NBA.

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Ming was a first-team all-rookie in the 2002-03 season. In his first game against O’Neal, he blocked his first three shot attempts in the first three minutes of the game.

Swoopes was the first player signed by the WNBA. She went on to win three MVP awards and four championships in the league, but it was her 47-pointperformance in leading Texas Tech to the 1993 NCAA championship that many think of first when talking about one of the greats of women’s basketball.

“I don’t think it’s hit me yet,” Swoopes said, “but it’s getting there.”

As the owner and chairman of the Bulls since 1985, Reinsdorf turned the franchise into a consistent winner that claimed six NBA championships in the 1990s.

“This is the most accomplishment you can have and I’m not really that humble,” Reinsdorf said. “I’m here because of what a lot of people did.”

Garretson was an NBA referee for 27 years and spent 17 years as the league’s chief of officiating. He worked 1,798 regular-season games, 269 playoff games,41 Finals games and five All-Star Games.

McClendon was the first African-American coach in a professional league, directing the American Basketball League’s Cleveland Pipers. Beaty played 12 seasons (8 in NBA, 4 in ABA), averaging 17 points and 11 rebounds per game.

Posey was known as the best African-American basketball player of his time, playing from the early 1900s through the mid-1920s. After retiring from basketball, he became a standout in baseball and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2006.

Candidates needed at least 18 of 24 votes from the honors committee to be inducted. The enshrinement ceremony is Sept. 9 in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Shaquille O’Neal was a 15-time All-Star, tied with Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett for the third-most selections in NBA history. Only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (19), and Kobe Bryant (18) have more.

ESPN’s Calvin Watkins and The Associated Press contributed to this report


THE LAST GREAT MOVIE STAROnstage in Atlantic City, Sophia Loren Still Smolders

Sophia Loren on stage with Bill Harris

ATLANTIC CITY — It wasn’t clear if the striking woman in red who glided across the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa’s event stage needed host Bill Harris’ hand on her elbow, or if he’d simply fallen under the spell of her velvety lashed eyes, luxurious mane of hair, sky-high cheekbones and sensuous lips.

Sophia Loren didn’t just walk across the room of the shore town’s poshest resort — she undulated with the ease of someone who, at 81, still makes men fall to their feet.

The night consisted of the Loren discussing her glamorous life and extremely successful career, and even included a question-and-answer session with the audience for a chance to get personal with the actress.

The tour, which stops in cities such as Las Vegas and Palm Beach in Florida, is described as a “once-in-a-lifetime evening with legendary actress and Academy Award-winner Sophia Loren...Synonymous with grace, beauty and artistry, the Oscar-winning actress will captivate the audience with an intimate on stage conversation and Q&A...”

Sophia turned 81 in September (15) and the milestone was marked by designers at Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana who launched a special lipstick, called Sophia Loren No1, in her honor.

Sophia Loren reacts to a question from the audience at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa.

“Sophia Loren No1 is our way of saying, ‘Thank you, Sophia! Thank you for (your) beauty, thank you for being a world favorite, thank you for being an icon of the big screen and of Italian beauty,” a statement from the firm reads.

“She has been a constant source of inspiration for us and today we celebrate her with the gift of her very own lipstick.”

Original article by WENN for ContactMusic.com


The Sweetest Moments Between Daisy Fuentes and her Adorable Dogs, Bronx and Bette Davis

Daisy Fuentes is the ultimate animal-lover, so it comes as no surprise that her two adopted pups, Bronx and Bette Davis, are totally spoiled, getting to cuddle with their owner, eat a vegan and healthy diet, lounge pool side, and even post all the fun they’re having on their own Instagram account, @thebronxtail.

Like Daisy said in one of her posts of the cute Pitbull pair, whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend got it all wrong. Bronx and Bette are it! Read on to see just a few of the many sweet moments between the threesome.


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Photo Flash: Sophia Loren Welcomes RUTHLESS! Friends Backstage at THE VIEW

Sophia Loren welcomed New York friends Rita McKenzie and Kim Maresca to her dressing room at THE VIEW, where she appeared this past Friday, March 18th, to discuss her legendary film career and her one-woman tour, AN EVENING WITH SOPHIA LOREN. McKenzie and Maresca are both currently starring in the New York musical smash, RUTHLESS. Scroll down for photos!

This week’s dates for AN EVENING WITH SOPHIA LOREN are Thursday, March 24th at the Copernicus Center in Chicago and March 26th at The Venetian in Las Vegas. RUTHLESS! has been extended through June 18th at St. Luke’s Theatre. The award-winning production opened on July 13, 2015 to unanimous rave reviews led by Entertainment Weekly which called the show, “Uproarious! A mash-up of THE BAD SEED, GYPSY, ALL ABOUT EVE, plus the films of Douglas Sirk and John Waters!”

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RANDY JACKSON ON ‘AMERICAN IDOL’S’ END, HATERS, AND WHY IGGY POP IS IDOL MATERIAL

Randy Jackson hasn’t been on American Idol for two years now, and he last sat behind the judging table in Season 12. But as an original member of the dream team with Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul, his place in Idol history is secured. Whether you loved, hated, or just tolerated him, he played a key role during the show’s golden years and nurtured someexcellent talent along the way.

Yahoo Music’s Reality Rocks caught up with The Dawg himself recently at South by Southwest, where he was stationed at Wix’s headquarters to mentor aspiring indie and unsigned artists in Austin. Naturally, with the April 7 American Idol finale only a couple weeks away, the conversation was mostly Idol focused.

But interestingly, Randy also kept bringing up one of SXSW 2016’s biggest showcasing acts: Iggy Pop. According to Jackson, Idol was never all about pitch-perfect singing, and Iggy-esque artists always had their place in the competition, too.

Check out Reality Rocks’ in-depth interview here. When it comes to dishing about Idol, Randy Jackson is clearly still in it to win.

YAHOO MUSIC: So can I assume you will be at the American Idol finale?RANDY JACKSON: Oh yes. I’ll be there.

And can I assume every judge and every contestant ever will link arms and sing “This Is My Now,” USA for Africa-style?Look at you! You’re such an Idol aficionado.[laughs] I can’t even remember that song.Whoa. Was that the one that was like, ”Movingmountains, swimming oceans, overseas…“

Something like that. How do you feel about the show ending?Listen, Idol is one of the best shows of its time. Ever. It’s what’s brought us all a lot of fame and a lot of good fortune. I’m sad to see it end, but you know, it’s been 15 years. That’s a long time. And it’s not quite the same show anymore.

Some might say the idea of having to sing well – which is what Idol was always about – is an antiquated notion, in this Auto-Tuned day and age.No, you have to be able to sing! How can people judge you, how can we judge you, if you’re being enabled?

But do you think singing’s still that important in order to be a star?Yes, I think on shows like [Idol and The Voice], singing is still very important. But what I also think is hugely important, that I don’t see much every day, are stars. Where are the stars? So part of the problem with all of these shows is they may find some singing talent, but these people aren’t stars. So stars are the key. IggyPop, for instance, is a star. He’s not a follower. Michael Jackson was a star. Elvis was a star. Madonna’s a star.

But come on, Iggy Pop would never get past the first audition on one of these shows, because he’s not a technically great vocalist.No, he would [get through] – because he’s a star. We’re looking at the whole thing, you gotta remember. We’re not just looking at, “Oh my God, you’re the Mariah Carey or the Pavarotti of vocals.” We’re not just looking at that.

I think that’s why some people would say they didn’t like Idol: that it placed too much emphasis on Mariah-style singing, rather than individuality.Oh, people would hate on me and hate on the other judges because they weren’t listening to what we were really saying. We were looking for uniqueness. Iggy’s unique. He’s bold. He’s a star. He’s hugely talented. He’s got a good voice. He’s maybe not the best singer in the world, but for what he’s doing, it’s not about that. The way he communicates is incredible, and he’s a true original. There’s nobody like him.

So what makes someone a star?I believe stars are born. They’re nurtured, yes, but stars are definitely born. That gene that Iggy has, you’re born with it. So you look out for that gene. You know, what most people don’t realize is, before someone’s hand touched the door on Idol, we saw their faces before they opened their mouths. I would see them 40 boxes [on a sheet], and I would go down the faces and start checking them off, before they opened their mouth and started saying a word.

Did anyone ever start singing and then you changed your mind about them?Of course, of course. I got it wrong sometimes too. I admit that. But I’m saying, you’re looking at all the things. What’s the sense of clothing like? Forget whether you have money or not – whatever you’re hearing, does it even have a vibe to it? Is there any uniqueness? Do you have a great sense of self? And it’s not about the size you are – big, tall, fat, skinny. None of that matters. It’s what you do with it.

Have you been watching this current Idol season at all?I saw a bit of one episode.

Was there anyone that stood out to you as a star?I didn’t know many of the contestants. I know I saw a girl with some crazy hair…

You probably mean La’Porsha Renae. She’s great! So what have you missed most about Idol since you left?I guess I really miss the camaraderie that we had and the chemistry that me, Simon, Ryan [Seacrest], and Paula had. Whether you love each of us, love all of us, or don’t… the acts that we helped, most of them went on to great success. So I guess you can say the proof of concept actually worked. We walked the walk, talked the talk, and did it. What we said we were going do – find the next, would-be superstar in America – we found them. So I’m very happy and proud of that. And a 15-year run is a long time for shows like this.

The show definitely changed after new judges started coming in.Yeah, you have to remember, Simon and I weren’t famous before the show. It’s different when it’s celebrities [as judges]. Do you think a celebrity is really going to say, “Oh here, let me give you this #1 single, I don’t want it, you can have it. Let me hand you my spot on the charts.” They’re in competition with these people! It’s a whole different thing. But people like me and Simon, we want to help you. We want to help

Randy and the other two original guests, Paula and Simon, at the American Idol finale this past month


you find that #1 song.

Good point. Anyway, do you think the show could ever come back and be retooled?Of course. It’s a great show. It’s a great talent-finder. It could go away for a couple of years

Would you want to be involved with it?Listen, you never say never. You just never know. But a lot of us are prepping what we think is the next, new “Idol” idea in the TV game, because me, Simon, Ryan, and Paula all have production companies now. So we’re all building and crafting shows and crafting things. So you never know what may pop up.

But with YouTube and Vine stars now, do talent shows like Idol even need to exist?Well, the problem with most of that stuff is that there’s nobody there judging you and telling you: “No, that’s the wrong song. That’s a badnote. Don’t do that again. Play guitar. Don’t stand, sit.” Et cetera. So you know, what people really miss on Idol is how much of a really good critique you are getting… Now I feel like it’s the land of the free. Anybody can put up 500 pieces of music, and it could all be terrible and garbage, but we still could put it up and nobody’s gonna tell us, “No.” So the problem with some of those platforms is there’s no [expert] to say, “No, you can’t put that up. That’s awful.”

So do you think it’s harder now for young artists than it was five, 10, or 20 years ago?I think it’s as hard as it ever was. In some ways it’s harder. But it’s all about having a great song. You know, with the people that won all these talent shows, I’ve been saying this since the first day I was on Idol: I don’t care what show you came off of, if you have a great song, you will get it done. If you don’t have a great song, then I don’t care what your talent level is. You could be the most talented, but no great song? Later. And that’s what’s hard. It’s hard to write a great song, and it’s hard to find one.

Over the years with Idol, there were certain musicians that would speak out and say that it was ruining the music business. I remember Sting, Don Henley, people like that.It ain’t about the haters. As I said before, we often had negative people. People used to say to me and Simon when we started the show that we were making a mockery of the music industry. Um, why? Because we’re trying to give kids a chance? Yeah, it’s a rocket ship to the top – but if you can make it to the top and

you’re worth it… Kelly Clarkson’s first album sold 7 million copies. You think she’s mad? [laughs] And she’s got a career now. Not just a hit, not a couple albums – a career! This is about launching careers.

And there weren’t just haters of Idol. I have people who hate me. “Oh, the Dawg – he just says ‘dawg’ all the time.” They obviously didn’t hear what I was saying, and they didn’t care enough to listen to me either. Obviously they didn’t really care. They’d tweet me and tell me I was fat. I was like, “Dude, I know. You don’t think I have mirrors in my house?” But you know, like it or not, we were successful. You take all the good and bad parts.

You had a long music industry career before Idol came along. Did you ever regret becoming forever associated with it?Well, I gotta tell you, when we started the show, at least for me – nobody knew this was gonna work like it did. And if they say they knew, then they’re lying. I’m just keepin’ it real. But I think, when I saw Kelly Clarkson at the end [of Season 1], I was like: “Wow, man. This really did work.” I had my doubts all that first season… because movies and TV can sometimes be kind ofcorny, cheesy. I always wanted to make sure it was cool and somewhat edgy, even in a pop sense, because music is always a lifestyle-generator. Fashion and music kind of lead the culture, so you never want to make it ordinary. It always has to be kind of cool and edgy, a bit. I think we did that… I have no regrets.

So, how do you want American Idol to be remembered?As the greatest talent show of its kind, in history – because I think it is.

Randy, Paula and Simon at the American Idol finale


Original article by Lindsey Parker for Yahoo Music

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