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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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The FBI anti-corruption squad was circling Susan Collins — until Trump got in the way
In the final weeks of 2019, a top fundraiser for Sen. Susan Collins walked into a perilous meeting at a Corner Bakery in Washington, D.C. For the first time in her two-decade Senate career, the Republ...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
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All supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran’s tour in solidarity with Macklemore
Four openers and live band for Sheeran’s tour depart after removal of Macklemore over ‘free Palestine’ comments
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
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Trump says AI doesn’t need guardrails, only a ‘high IQ’ president
He also alleged the existence of a “sick conspiracy” against AI and data centers, at a time when Americans are increasingly concerned about the technology.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
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Declassified documents show UK aware of Israeli war crimes for 24 years
UK Foreign Office files, public since 2024, record warnings about Israeli violence and rights abuses since 2002.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
“More than 100 US military advisers are on the ground in Saudi Arabia providing intelligence and targeting support to the Kingdom in its military campaign against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen“ . Isn’t that how Vietnam started? www.yahoo.com/news/us/arti...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social "The malicious claim that American Jews are inviting violence against themselves is dangerous and antisemitic,". His point was that Jewish people who don’t support what Israel is doing will be attacked because Israel supporters equate the country to Judaism.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
“you have to say what you really think about how you f---ed up. You have to be honest, and you have to be authentic. We have to know that you are embarrassed by your choices and that you kind of went with the hive.” Yeah, just like the president does right? www.yahoo.com/news/politic...
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Rogan says Dems 'full of s---' if they won't specify which 'Woke 1.0' stances went too far; strategists agree
Podcaster Joe Rogan said Democrats must explain how defund the police and woke culture captured them, demanding honesty about past failures.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
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Men describe being deported by U.S. to dangerous African nation: "We cannot leave"
The Central African Republic is one of more than 30 countries the U.S. government has convinced to accept third-country deportees arrested as part of President Trump's large-scale crackdown on illegal...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
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Trump tries new midterm message to supporters: ‘Pretend, please, that I’m on the ballot’
The president’s pitch came as he urged Republicans in South Carolina to vote for Sen. Darline Graham in Tuesday’s Senate GOP runoff.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Like that’s justification for attacking a sovereign nation? www.timesofisrael.com/israel-confi...
timesofisrael.com
Israel confirms striking Syrian air base, saying Turkey was planning to deploy forces
Netanyahu's office asserts Damascus was repeatedly warned 'such a deployment would pose a threat to Israel's security'; Trump's envoy says US working to establish deconfliction mechanism for Israel, S...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
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Republicans scramble to remake their stance on data centers
The industry “could use a little public relations help,” President Donald Trump acknowledged. But his party is moving with the tide.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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Senate candidate Dan Osborn hits campaign trail with populist, blue-collar message
After losing a close race to Sen. Deb Fischer in 2024, Osborn is vying once more to unseat a Republican incumbent – this time against Sen. Pete Ricketts.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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One ALPR Camera Hit. Eight Felony Charges. Potentially Facing Life in Prison. It Was The Wrong Person.
Flock Safety ALPR data led to eight felony charges against an innocent 23-year-old while contradictory evidence was ignored from day one.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
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Fact Check: Video Misrepresents Hassan Piker Quoting Comment Saying America Should Resume Lynching Black People -- Was Denouncing It
Does a video that shows political commentator Hasan Piker saying America should resume lynching Black people show him giving his own opinion? No, that's missing context: The words in question were not...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
“The administration is preparing to blast hundreds of miles of destructive roads through the wildest place left in Texas and cut off public access to the Rio Grande, all to enrich private contractors." said Laiken Jordahl, national public lands advocate. www.yahoo.com/news/politic...
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Texas elected officials react to bulldozers appearing at Big Bend
Environmental organization Center for Biological Diversity shared photos of bulldozers in Big Bend National Park. Here's how Texas leaders are reacting.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
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A day after mulling $50M offer, Pa. township takes 1st step toward allowing data center
Slate Belt Holdings says it will commit $50 million in donations to the township if a proposed data center campus reaches its goal of generating two gigawatts of computing capacity.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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Hasan Piker Responds to Joe Scarborough: "Boomers And Their Emotional Support Apartheid State"
Podcaster Hasan Piker responds to criticism from MS NOW's Joe Scarborough on Monday. "You tell a boomer, 'Hey, can we have more housing?' They will literally do anything to destroy you," Piker said. ...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
This story is still sad, because they’re making a big deal about something that only carries a maximum of 12 years for committing murder. www.nbcnews.com/world/israel...
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Israeli prosecutors charge settler with killing Palestinian activist in rare indictment
It’s the first time since Oct. 7, 2023, that an Israeli has been indicted in the killing of a Palestinian in the West Bank, said Israeli rights group B’Tselem.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
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Experimental military GPS jamming cited in fatal New Mexico medevac plane crash
NTSB report links military GPS jamming from White Sands Missile Range to a New Mexico plane crash, killing four. Investigators probe aviation safety. | NewsRadio 1080 KRLD
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Carville is talking about old tweets of DSA candidates as if they are policy choices for their campaign. People are allowed to evolve on issues. Politicians change their mind about things all of the time. I didn’t expect Democrats to call members of their own party radical because of tweets.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
“The problem we face right now in Wisconsin: This candidate doesn't want to defund the police. She wants to abolish the police," Carville warned. He obviously didn’t watch her debate, Francesca Hong said she does not support cutting funding for police departments. www.yahoo.com/news/politic...
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Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing-state Dems
James Carville warns that democratic socialist candidates in Michigan and Wisconsin primaries could taint the entire Democratic Party's image nationally.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
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Man fleeing immigration officers in Florida struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say
It was the third death in a week involving encounters with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, following shootings in Texas and Maine.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
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Fatal shooting involving ICE officers under investigation in Maine
A local advocacy group identified the victim as a 26-year-old Colombian man who was authorized to work in the United States. DHS has not yet commented on the incident.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
That’s such crazy framing. Yes a Jewish Democratic candidate can win. It’s a pro-Israel Democrat candidate that might have problems. www.yahoo.com/news/videos/...
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Can a pro-Israel Jewish Democrat be the party’s 2028 nominee? Hear what progressive House candidate Brad Lander thinks
Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander joins “Inside Politics” after defeating incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman in a New York City primary. Lander, an outspoken critic of Israel, says accusing Israe...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Why would the left leaning people of NYC vote for a conservative Portnoy from Boston? 😆 www.yahoo.com/entertainmen...
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‘I want to go right for Mamdani’: Dave Portnoy doubles down on running for New York City Mayor
Last month, Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy created some waves when he indicated that he was considering running for public office and perhaps even challenging New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani ...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
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ICE confrontation caught on video | Agent fires at fleeing SUV in Harrisburg
Video captured the chaotic moment ICE agents in Harrisburg tried to arrest an undocumented immigrant from Mexico, who fled and hit an ICE vehicle before an agent opened fire.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
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Search called off for missing US Navy sailor after Arabian Sea helicopter crash | The Jerusalem Post
The US military said no foul play is suspected in the incident, which also injured three additional sailors.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
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National Guard members on patrol in Memphis fatally shoot man during pursuit, police say
Tennessee National Guard members assigned by the Trump administration to a crime-fighting patrol in Memphis fatally shot a man who authorities say turned toward the soldiers with a gun during a downto...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
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Anti-ICE protesters sentenced to decades in prison in latest crackdown on dissent
In two federal courts, a group of protesters received unusually long sentences after the Justice Department accused them of being members of Antifa. These nine protesters were arrested after they demo...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Self report? www.yahoo.com/news/politic...
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Vance, an admirer of Richard Nixon, says Watergate would be a 'a 12-hour news story' today
Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the Watergate scandal that brought down President Richard Nixon would have been a blip in today's news cycle, and he drew parallels between Nixon and President...
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The jersey’s don’t look that bad? local21news.com/news/local/y...
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York Revolution forfeit game after players refuse to wear 'Pride Night' jersey
The York Revolution has forfeited its game Thursday night after an internal controversy surrounding "Pride Night."
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
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3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
No one is ever going to forget he said that. 😆😆😆 apnews.com/article/trum...
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Trump has a new, surprising take on the higher cost of living: 'I love the inflation'
President Donald Trump has a surprising take on a new report that shows inflation spiking to its highest level in three years.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
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Trump says 'I love the inflation' as rate rises to 4.2% amid Iran war pressure
Before the conflict began, inflation was at 2.4%, but the closure of the strait of Hormuz has affected energy prices
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
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Iran using Caspian Sea, highways and a railroad to China to bypass US’ Strait of Hormuz blockade
Iran has turned to alternative routes to bypass the US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz, making use of northern sea ports, trucking through land borders and sending cargo through a rail system bo…
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
😆😆😆😆 What happens when he’s in an actual interview. www.yahoo.com/news/politic...
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'I've Had Enough': Trump Storms Out Of 'Meet The Press' Interview In Total Meltdown
"You're either crooked or you're stupid," fumed Trump while raging at Kristen Welker for calling out his wave of false claims.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Insane. www.businessinsider.com/dixon-illino...
businessinsider.com
A data center opponent was arrested after police said he threatened a local official
An Illinois man was arrested after police said he threatened a local official. The resident said he was protesting against data center development.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 31/05/2026
Ossoff details "Prince Eric and Prince Don's" corrupt dealings in Kazakstan and says, "here's the bottom line. If you're involved in any of this, next year you'll raising your right hand and swearing to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth so help you God in front of Congress"
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
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Tehran suspends talks with U.S. over Israeli attacks in Lebanon, Iranian media reports
Trump told NBC News he had not been told about the decision, adding that it “doesn’t mean we’re going to go and start dropping bombs all over there.”
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
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Video of Phoenix police's violent arrest of deaf Black man with cerebral palsy sparks outrage
Phoenix police officers were seen repeatedly punching and tasing Tyron McAlpin.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
This is so infuriating. 😠 www.abc15.com/news/local-n...
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Suspensions canceled for Phoenix cops who punched, tased deaf man with cerebral palsy
A special city disciplinary panel has overturned the suspensions of the pair of Phoenix police officers involved in the violent and sudden arrest of an innocent deaf man with cerebral palsy.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Why do people continue to believe this? Tomorrow night he’ll come out and threaten to bomb their power plants again. This is ridiculous. www.cnbc.com/amp/2026/05/...
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U.S. crude oil falls below $100 per barrel after Trump says Iran talks in final stages
Trump told reporters that the administration was in the "final stages" of negotiations with Iran, according to a pool report.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
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2 officers who defended Capitol on Jan. 6 sue to stop Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund
Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol the Jan. 6 attack are suing to stop the creation of President Trump's $1.7 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund."
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
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Trump doubles down on his remark about not thinking about Americans’ financial situation: ‘That’s a perfect statement’
‘I’d make it again,’ the president replied, when asked about the comments by Fox News’ Bret Baier
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
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Oil price predicted to remain above $100 for rest of year
Investment bank JP Morgan expects oil to remain in the "low $100s" even if the Strait of Hormuz were to reopen next month.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
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Iran allegedly hits US warship near Jask island entering Strait of Hormuz - Türkiye Today
Iran’s Fars News Agency claims two missiles struck a US warship near Jask Island after it ignored warnings
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
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US warship attacked with missiles in Hormuz by Iran’s navy
Attack comes after President Trump announced 'Project Freedom' to free stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
This is why it’s not always a good idea to call the police. www.wdrb.com/news/louisvi...
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Louisville police release 'heartbreaking' body camera video showing officers kill suicidal woman
The video shows two officers responding to a 911 call from the cousin of 28-year-old Katelyn Hall, who'd locked herself in the bathroom and was harming herself.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
That is completely absurd. This country is turning into a joke. www.nbcnews.com/politics/jus...
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James Comey indicted over seashell photo that officials said threatened Trump
The former FBI director posted a beach photo last year that shows shells in the shape of "8647," which Trump allies portrayed as a threat against the president.
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Mark Travels @marktravels.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
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Iran says it has seized two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after three vessels attacked
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it is escorting the seized ships to the Iranian coast. Earlier, Donald Trump said he was extending the US-Iran ceasefire.
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