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There are various treatments for cystoid macular edema (CME) secondary to retinitis pigmentosa (RP); however, the evidence for these treatments has not been previously systematically reviewed. Our review that includes 23 studies shows that oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (CAI) (including acetazolamide, methazolamide) and topical CAI (dorzolamide and brinzolamide) are effective first line treatments. In patients unresponsive to CAI treatment, intravitreal steroids (triamcinolone acetonide and sustained-release dexamethasone implant), oral corticosteroid (Deflazacort), intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor agents (ranibizumab and bevacizumab), grid laser photocoagulation, pars plana vitrectomy, or ketorolac were also effective in improving CME secondary to RP. Oral acetazolamide has the strongest clinical basis for treatment and was superior to topical dorzolamide. Rebound of CME was commonly seen in the long term, regardless of the choice of treatment. Oral acetazolamide should be the first line treatment in CME secondary to RP. Topical dorzolamide is an appropriate alternative in patients intolerant to adverse effects of oral acetazolamide. More studies are required to investigate the management of rebound CME.
CONTEXT: A heterozygous de novo c.1228G>A mutation (E410K) in the TUBB3 gene encoding the neuronal-specific β-tubulin isotype 3 (TUBB3) causes the TUBB3 E410K syndrome characterized by congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles (CFEOM), facial weakness, intellectual and social disabilities, and Kallmann syndrome (anosmia with hypogonadotropic hypogonadism). All TUBB3 E410K subjects reported to date are sporadic cases. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to report the clinical, genetic, and molecular features of a familial presentation of the TUBB3 E410K syndrome. DESIGN: Case report of a mother and three affected children with clinical features of the TUBB3 E410K syndrome. SETTING: Academic Medical Center. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Genetic analysis of the TUBB3 gene and clinical evaluation of endocrine and nonendocrine phenotypes. RESULTS: A de novo TUBB3 c.1228G>A mutation arose in a female proband who displayed CFEOM, facial weakness, intellectual and social disabilities, and anosmia. However, she underwent normal sexual development at puberty and had three spontaneous pregnancies with subsequent autosomal-dominant inheritance of the mutation by her three boys. All sons displayed nonendocrine features of the TUBB3 E410K syndrome similar to their mother but, in addition, had variable features suggestive of additional endocrine abnormalities. CONCLUSIONS: This first report of an autosomal-dominant inheritance of the TUBB3 c.1228G>A mutation in a family provides new insights into the spectrum and variability of endocrine phenotypes associated with the TUBB3 E410K syndrome. These observations emphasize the need for appropriate clinical evaluation and complicate genetic counseling of patients and families with this syndrome.
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: The purpose of the study was to determine whether there are different patterns of retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thinning as measured by spectral domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) for 4 subtypes of open angle glaucoma (OAG): primary OAG (POAG), normal tension glaucoma (NTG), pseudoexfoliation glaucoma (PXG), and pigmentary glaucoma (PDG) and to compare them with normal controls. MATERIALS AND METHODS: SD-OCT RNFL thickness values were measured for 4 quadrants and for 4 sectors (ie, superior-nasal, superior-temporal, inferior-nasal, and inferior-temporal). Differences in RNFL thickness values between groups were analyzed using analysis of variance. Paired t tests were used for quadrant comparisons. RESULTS: Two hundred eighty-five participants (102 POAG patients, 33 with NTG, 48 with PXG, 13 with PDG, and 89 normal patients) were included in this study. All 4 subtypes of OAG showed significant RNFL thinning in the superior, inferior, and nasal quadrants as well as the superior-temporal and inferior-temporal sectors (all P-values <0.0001) compared with normals. POAG and NTG patients had greater RNFL thinning inferiorly and inferior-temporally than superiorly (P-values: 0.002 to 0.018 and 0.006, respectively) compared with PXG patients. In contrast, PDG patients had greater RNFL thinning superiorly and superior-nasally than inferiorly compared with other OAG subtypes (ie, POAG, NTG, PXG groups, with P-values: 0.009, 0.003, 0.009, respectively). Of the 4 OAG subtypes, PXG patients exhibited the greatest degree of inter-eye RNFL asymmetry. CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that SD-OCT may be able to detect significant differences in patterns of RNFL thinning for different subtypes of OAG.
PURPOSE: To evaluate the associations between optic disc (OD)-related anatomical parameters (interartery angle [IAA] between superior and inferior temporal retinal arteries, OD tilt [TL], rotation [ROT], and torsion [TO], OD surface curvature [CUR], and central retinal vessel trunk entry point location [CRVTL] on OD) and the spherical equivalent of refractive error (SE), and to assess the impact of glaucoma severity on these relationships. METHODS: Cirrus optical coherence tomography (OCT) fundus images and 24-2 visual fields of 438 patients were included. Ellipses were fitted to OD borders. IAA was calculated between marked retinal artery locations on a circle around OD. Blood vessel entry point on OD was marked to locate CRVTL. TL was measured as the angle between the lines fitted to OD clinical boundary and the Bruch's membrane edges on the horizontal B-scans. Ellipse rotation relative to the vertical axis defined ROT. Angle between the long axis of OD and the interartery line defined TO. CUR was determined by the inner limiting membrane on the horizontal B-scans. Linear regression models evaluated by Bayes Factors (BF) were used to determine the covariance structure between the parameters and SE as well as possible impacts of mean deviation (MD). RESULTS: Our results showed that CRVTL had the strongest relationship with SE, followed by ROT, TL, and IAA (BFs: 3.59 × 10(7), 2645, 1126, and 248, respectively). MD did not significantly modulate the relationship between ONH parameters and SE. CONCLUSION: Our results suggest that SE should be considered when interpreting the OD and its circumpapillary region for diagnostic purposes. TRANSLATIONAL RELEVANCE: The reported relationships between OD-related parameters and ametropia may help to decrease false-positive clinical diagnoses of optic neuropathies.
Sensory signals must be interpreted in the context of goals and tasks. To detect a target in an image, the brain compares input signals and goals to elicit the correct behavior. We examined how target detection modulates visual recognition signals by recording intracranial field potential responses from 776 electrodes in 10 epileptic human subjects. We observed reliable differences in the physiological responses to stimuli when a cued target was present versus absent. Goal-related modulation was particularly strong in the inferior temporal and fusiform gyri, two areas important for object recognition. Target modulation started after 250 ms post stimulus, considerably after the onset of visual recognition signals. While broadband signals exhibited increased or decreased power, gamma frequency power showed predominantly increases during target presence. These observations support models where task goals interact with sensory inputs via top-down signals that influence the highest echelons of visual processing after the onset of selective responses.
The cerebral cortex needs to maintain information for long time periods while at the same time being capable of learning and adapting to changes. The degree of stability of physiological signals in the human brain in response to external stimuli over temporal scales spanning hours to days remains unclear. Here, we quantitatively assessed the stability across sessions of visually selective intracranial field potentials (IFPs) elicited by brief flashes of visual stimuli presented to 27 subjects. The interval between sessions ranged from hours to multiple days. We considered electrodes that showed robust visual selectivity to different shapes; these electrodes were typically located in the inferior occipital gyrus, the inferior temporal cortex, and the fusiform gyrus. We found that IFP responses showed a strong degree of stability across sessions. This stability was evident in averaged responses as well as single-trial decoding analyses, at the image exemplar level as well as at the category level, across different parts of visual cortex, and for three different visual recognition tasks. These results establish a quantitative evaluation of the degree of stationarity of visually selective IFP responses within and across sessions and provide a baseline for studies of cortical plasticity and for the development of brain-machine interfaces.
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that affects 415 million people worldwide. Despite treatment advances, diabetic eye disease remains a leading cause of vision loss worldwide. Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a common cause of vision loss in diabetic patients. The pathophysiology is complex and involves multiple pathways that ultimately lead to central retinal thickening and, if untreated, visual loss. First-line treatment of DME has evolved from focal/grid laser established by the Early Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy Study (ETDRS) to intravitreous pharmacologic therapy. Landmark prospective clinical trials examining the effect of intravitreous injections of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitors in the treatment of DME have demonstrated improved visual outcomes over focal grid laser. This review focuses on the scientific evidence treatment of DME, disease pathophysiology, clinical disease course, current treatment standards, and emerging novel therapeutic approaches.
In the study presented by D. S. Kohane and co-workers on page 1159, fluorescein molecules are initially bound to collagen fibers through UV-sensitive bonds. Collagen fibers are exposed to NIR light, which is upconverted to UV light through second harmonic generation. The UV-sensitive bonds absorb the upconverted UV light and undergo an irreversible cleavage releasing the fluorescein molecules.
Second harmonic generation is a process through which nonlinear materials such as collagen can absorb two photons and scatter one with twice the energy. Collagen upconverts 730 nm (near-IR) to 365 nm (UV) through second harmonic generation, which cleaves a molecule bound to collagen via a UV-sensitive linker.
Lipopeptide daptomycin is a last line cell membrane-targeting antibiotic to treat multidrug-resistant Alarmingly, daptomycin-resistant isolates have emerged. The mechanisms underlying daptomycin resistance are diverse, share similarities with resistance to cationic antimicrobial peptides and other lipopeptides, but remain to be fully elucidated. We selected mutants with increased resistance to daptomycin from a library of transposon insertions in ST8 HG003. Insertions in conferring increased daptomycin resistance were localized to two genes, one coding for a hypothetical lipoprotein (SAOUHSC_00362, Dsp1), and the other for an alkaline shock protein (SAOUHSC_02441, Asp23). Markerless loss of function mutants were then generated for comparison. All transposon mutants and knockout strains exhibited increased daptomycin resistance compared to wild type and complemented strains. Null and transposon insertion mutants also exhibited increased resistance to cationic antimicrobial peptides. Interestingly, Δ also showed increased resistance to vancomycin, a cell wall targeting drug with a different mode of action. Null mutations in both and displayed increased tolerance as reflected by reduced killing to both daptomycin and vancomycin, as well as an increased tolerance to surfactant (Triton X-100). Neither mutant exhibited increased resistance to lysostaphin, a cell wall targeting endopeptidase. These findings identified two genes core to the species, that make previously uncharacterized contributions to antimicrobial resistance and tolerance in .
Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) are associated with widespread changes in brain structure and function, as indicated by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) morphometry and 18-fluorodeoxyglucose position emission tomography (FDG PET) metabolism. Nevertheless, the ability to differentiate between AD, MCI and normal aging groups can be difficult. Thus, the goal of this study was to identify the combination of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) biomarkers, MRI morphometry, FDG PET metabolism and neuropsychological test scores to that best differentiate between a sample of normal aging subjects and those with MCI and AD from the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative. The secondary goal was to determine the neuroimaging variables from MRI, FDG PET and CSF biomarkers that can predict future cognitive decline within each group. To achieve these aims, a series of multivariate stepwise logistic and linear regression models were generated. Combining all neuroimaging modalities and cognitive test scores significantly improved the index of discrimination, especially at the earliest stages of the disease, whereas MRI gray matter morphometry variables best predicted future cognitive decline compared to other neuroimaging variables. Overall these findings demonstrate that a multimodal approach using MRI morphometry, FDG PET metabolism, neuropsychological test scores and CSF biomarkers may provide significantly better discrimination than any modality alone.
Growing evidence demonstrates dramatic structural and functional neuroplastic changes in individuals born with early-onset blindness. For example, cross-modal sensory processing at the level of the occipital cortex appears to be associated with adaptive behaviors in the blind. However, detailed studies examining the structural properties of key white matter pathways in other regions of the brain remain limited. Given that blind individuals rely heavily on their sense of hearing, we examined the structural properties of two important pathways involved with auditory processing, namely the uncinate and arcuate fasciculi. High angular resolution diffusion imaging (HARDI) tractography was used to examine structural parameters (i.e., tract volume and quantitative anisotropy, or QA) of these two fasciculi in a sample of 13 early blind individuals and 14 normally sighted controls. Compared to controls, early blind individuals showed a significant increase in the volume of the left uncinate fasciculus. A small area of increased QA was also observed halfway along the right arcuate fasciculus in the blind group. These findings contribute to our knowledge regarding the broad neuroplastic changes associated with profound early blindness.
Cortical (cerebral) visual impairment (CVI) is characterized by visual dysfunction associated with damage to the optic radiations and/or visual cortex. Typically it results from pre- or perinatal hypoxic damage to postchiasmal visual structures and pathways. The neuroanatomical basis of this condition remains poorly understood, particularly with regard to how the resulting maldevelopment of visual processing pathways relates to observations in the clinical setting. We report our investigation of 2 young adults diagnosed with CVI and visual dysfunction characterized by difficulties related to visually guided attention and visuospatial processing. Using high-angular-resolution diffusion imaging (HARDI), we characterized and compared their individual white matter projections of the extrageniculo-striate visual system with a normal-sighted control. Compared to a sighted control, both CVI cases revealed a striking reduction in association fibers, including the inferior frontal-occipital fasciculus as well as superior and inferior longitudinal fasciculi. This reduction in fibers associated with the major pathways implicated in visual processing may provide a neuroanatomical basis for the visual dysfunctions observed in these patients.
BACKGROUND: Deterministic diffusion tractography obtained from high angular resolution diffusion imaging (HARDI) requires user-defined quantitative anisotropy (QA) thresholds. Most studies employ a common threshold across all subjects even though there is a strong degree of individual variation within groups. We sought to explore whether it would be beneficial to use individual thresholds in order to accommodate individual variance. To do this, we conducted two independent experiments. METHOD: First, tractography of the arcuate fasciculus and network connectivity measures were examined in a sample of 14 healthy participants. Second, we assessed the effects of QA threshold on group differences in network connectivity measures between healthy young (n=19) and old (n=14) individuals. RESULTS: The results of both experiments were significantly influenced by QA threshold. Common thresholds set too high failed to produce sufficient reconstructions in most subjects, thus decreasing the likelihood of detecting meaningful group differences. On the other hand, common thresholds set too low resulted in spurious reconstructions, providing deleterious results. COMPARISON WITH EXISTING METHODS: Subject specific thresholds acquired using our QA threshold selection method (QATS) appeared to provide the most meaningful networks while ensuring that data from all subjects contributed to the analyses. CONCLUSIONS: Together, these results support the use of a subject-specific threshold to ensure that data from all subjects are included in the analyses being conducted.
Symmetry is an organizational principle that is ubiquitous throughout the visual world. However, this property can also be detected through non-visual modalities such as touch. The role of prior visual experience on detecting tactile patterns containing symmetry remains unclear. We compared the behavioral performance of early blind and sighted (blindfolded) controls on a tactile symmetry detection task. The tactile patterns used were similar in design and complexity as in previous visual perceptual studies. The neural correlates associated with this behavioral task were identified with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). In line with growing evidence demonstrating enhanced tactile processing abilities in the blind, we found that early blind individuals showed significantly superior performance in detecting tactile symmetric patterns compared to sighted controls. Furthermore, comparing patterns of activation between these two groups identified common areas of activation (e.g. superior parietal cortex) but key differences also emerged. In particular, tactile symmetry detection in the early blind was also associated with activation that included peri-calcarine cortex, lateral occipital (LO), and middle temporal (MT) cortex, as well as inferior temporal and fusiform cortex. These results contribute to the growing evidence supporting superior behavioral abilities in the blind, and the neural correlates associated with crossmodal neuroplasticity following visual deprivation.
Dry eye is a common disorder caused by inadequate hydration of the ocular surface that results in disruption of barrier function. The homeostatic protein clusterin (CLU) is prominent at fluid-tissue interfaces throughout the body. CLU levels are reduced at the ocular surface in human inflammatory disorders that manifest as severe dry eye, as well as in a preclinical mouse model for desiccating stress that mimics dry eye. Using this mouse model, we show here that CLU prevents and ameliorates ocular surface barrier disruption by a remarkable sealing mechanism dependent on attainment of a critical all-or-none concentration. When the CLU level drops below the critical all-or-none threshold, the barrier becomes vulnerable to desiccating stress. CLU binds selectively to the ocular surface subjected to desiccating stress in vivo, and in vitro to the galectin LGALS3, a key barrier component. Positioned in this way, CLU not only physically seals the ocular surface barrier, but it also protects the barrier cells and prevents further damage to barrier structure. These findings define a fundamentally new mechanism for ocular surface protection and suggest CLU as a biotherapeutic for dry eye.
PURPOSE: To evaluate the risk, risk factors, and visual impact of choroidal neovascularization (CNV) in uveitis cases. DESIGN: Retrospective cohort study. METHODS: Standardized medical record review at 5 tertiary centers. RESULTS: Among 15,137 uveitic eyes (8868 patients), CNV was rare in the cases of anterior or intermediate uveitis. Among the 4041 eyes (2307 patients) with posterior uveitis or panuveitis, 81 (2.0%) had CNV at presentation. Risk factors included posterior uveitis in general and specific uveitis syndromes affecting the outer retina-retinal pigment epithelium-choroid interface. Among the 2364 eyes (1357 patients) with posterior uveitis or panuveitis and free of CNV at the time of cohort entry, the cumulative 2-year incidence of CNV was 2.7% (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.8% to 3.5%). Risk factors for incident CNV included currently active inflammation (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR], 2.13; 95% CI, 1.26 to 3.60), preretinal neovascularization (aHR, 3.19; 95% CI, 1.30 to 7.80), and prior diagnosis of CNV in the contralateral eye (aHR, 5.79; 95% CI, 2.77 to 12.09). Among specific syndromes, the incidence was greater in Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome (aHR, 3.37; 95% CI, 1.52 to 7.46) and punctate inner choroiditis (aHR, 8.67; 95% CI, 2.83 to 26.54). Incident CNV was associated with a 2-line loss of visual acuity (+0.19 logarithm of the minimal angle of resolution units; 95% CI, 0.079 to 0.29) from the preceding visit. CONCLUSIONS: CNV is an uncommon complication of uveitis associated with visual impairment that occurs more commonly in forms affecting the outer retina-retinal pigment epithelium-choroid interface, during periods of inflammatory activity, in association with preretinal neovascularization, and in second eyes of patients with unilateral CNV. Because CNV is treatable, a systematic approach to early detection in high-risk patients may be appropriate.
PURPOSE: To determine the cumulative worldwide incidence of infectious endophthalmitis and associated vision loss after Boston keratoprosthesis (B-KPro) Type I/II implantation and to propose both safe and inexpensive prophylactic antibiotic regimens. METHODS: Two retrospective methods were used to determine the incidence, visual outcomes and aetiologies of infectious endophthalmitis associated with the B-KPro divided per decade: (i) systematic review of the literature from 1990 through January 2013 and (ii) a surveillance survey sent to all surgeons who implanted B-KPros through 2010 with 1-year minimum follow-up. In addition, a single-Boston surgeon 20-year experience was examined. RESULTS: From 1990 through 2010, there were 4729 B-KPros implanted worldwide by 209 U.S. surgeons and 159 international surgeons. The endophthalmitis cumulative mean incidence declined from 12% during its first decade of use to about 3% during its second decade in the Unites States and about 5% internationally during the second decade. There remains a large incidence range both in the United States (1-12.5%) and internationally (up to 17%). Poor compliance with daily topical antibiotics is an important risk factor. While Gram-positive organisms remained dominant, fungal infections emerged during the second decade. CONCLUSIONS: Daily prophylactic topical antibiotics have dramatically reduced the endophthalmitis incidence. Although Gram-positive organisms are the most common aetiology, antimicrobials must be inclusive of Gram-negative organisms. Selection of prophylactic regimens should be tailored to local antibiotic susceptibility patterns, be cost-effective, and should not promote the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. An example of a broad-spectrum, low-cost prophylactic option for non-autoimmune patients includes trimethoprim/polymyxinB once daily.


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On January 14, the tenth grade tackled questions of how to navigate social media with positivity, integrity, and responsibility, in partnership with The Social Institute.
Instagram. Snapchat. Tik Tok. Finsta. VSCO. YouTube. Reddit. Twitch. Kik. Tumblr. Houseparty. Whisper. And, even, the old (person) standby (dinosaur?) – Facebook. The list of active social media platforms goes on and on, with new additions made almost daily. What’s fueling this proliferation of sites? Who’s using them? In large part: our teens.
According to Pew Research Center, 95% of teens have access to a smartphone. A recent Common Sense Media survey on tween and teen media use found that tweens spend an average of 5 hours a day on social media, while teens spend between 6-10 hours, averaging a whopping 7.5 hours a day. Numerous studies have pointed to ways in which social media affect the social and emotional wellbeing of teenagers.
CA students are far from immune to these national trends; they translate to our community as well. We see it every day.
In short, social media is an undeniable and ingrained force (both positive and negative) in our culture and in our students’ lives. And, importantly, it is here to stay. Resistance is, as they say, futile.
That’s why, for several years now, Cary Academy has understood the need to educate our students about digital citizenship and the importance of navigating social media and technology in a responsible, healthy, and productive manner. It’s also why our goal has been to teach students how to seek out and benefit from the positive aspects of social media, to avoid its negativity and potential pitfalls, rather than denying social media’s importance in all our lives.
To that end, we’ve had speakers visit to discuss the dangers of social media, including how it can affect students’ current and future academic opportunities. We’ve conducted sessions in our Upper School advisory program about the differences between various social media platforms and how they can benefit students. And, we’ve shown how social media and technology can complement other resources in various academic disciplines.
Although these activities have been useful, they haven’t necessarily been coherent or comprehensive. And, in some cases, students have viewed activities as negative in focus and boring in execution, rather than positive and exciting, and relevant to their lives—the kiss of death when attempting to reach teens. So, given the undeniable importance of tackling the behemoth that is responsible social media use, we recognize that it’s time for something different.
This year, Cary Academy’s Middle and Upper Schools are joining with The Social Institute to provide a comprehensive social media and technology wellness component in Enrichment and Advisory.
Founded by a Duke University graduate and based in Durham, The Social Institute partners with independent schools and organizations (clients range from local peer institutions to the United States Olympic Committee) to empower students to navigate social media in positive, healthy, and high character ways.
What sets The Social Institute apart? Their positive, customized, comprehensive student-led approach that keeps content relatable and personally relevant to students.
The Social Institute’s materials are developed in close consultation with middle and high school students who share advice and report on real-life social media challenges. They collect data from our students and faculty to further customize content to the Cary Academy community—ensuring that activities, videos, and discussion questions are relevant to our students. And, it’s all delivered through an engaging, interactive game—similar to the trivia game Kahoot!—that uses peer-created content and videos, and research and news articles to engage students and advisors in real-world scenarios and thought-provoking questions that inspire insightful discussions.
Called #Winatsocial, the game focuses on seven social standards: Play to Your Core, Protect Your Privacy Like You’re Famous, Strike a Balance, Cyberback, Find Your Influencers, Using Your Mic for Good, and Handle the Pressure. Each standard focuses on how to use social media to create a better society. For instance:
- Play to Your Core looks at how our use of social media reflects our values and character.
- Protect Your Privacy Like You’re Famous helps students determine how to manage their personal information online.
- Strike a Balance focuses on balancing students’ time on technology.
- Cyberback promotes supporting each other online.
- Find Your Influencers urges students to surround themselves with positive and credible influences.
- Using Your Mic for Good shows students how to use social media to make meaningful change.
- Handle the Pressure teaches students how to find their own path and define who they are without the pressure from others.
Our desire is for our students (and even ourselves) to make decisions that lead them to living their best lives. The Social Institute has created a way for this endeavor to not only be thorough in content but also fun and engaging for teens.
In addition to the activities for students, The Social Institute also offers training for faculty members and advisors, as well as resources for parents that can help you engage your teen in conversations about their social media use and help you understand how to better navigate social media together. We encourage you to check them out and join alongside our students as we #winatsocial.

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Unfortunately, Samsung refrigerators do sometimes experience issues with the ice maker. Typically, these issues involve the ice maker not producing ice or not dispensing ice properly. In some cases, it can be due to the water supply line or a clog in the line.
In other cases, it could be because of a faulty water inlet valve, a defective beater bar, low water pressure, or an issue with the electronic components. If you’re having trouble with your Samsung refrigerator’s ice maker, you should check the water supply line, the beater bar, and the water pressure.
If that doesn’t fix the problem, you may need to replace the water inlet valve or the electronic components. It’s also a good idea to clean the ice maker tray periodically, to avoid buildup of ice or frost.
If all of these steps fail, you may need to contact a professional refrigerator technician for repair or service.
Is there a recall on Samsung refrigerator ice makers?
At this time, there is no recall on Samsung refrigerator ice makers. However, Samsung does offer a 1-year limited parts and labor warranty under its manufacturer’s warranty, which may provide coverage for any possible issues with the ice maker, including defects or malfunctions.
Additionally, customers can purchase an additional extended warranty for their Samsung refrigerator. Customers can contact Samsung for more information about the extended warranty.
You can also contact the Samsung Consumer Care Center directly if you have any concerns about the safety or performance of your Samsung refrigerator. The representatives may be able to provide additional assistance and further information about any recalls that may affect your Samsung refrigerator.
What is the most common problem with Samsung refrigerators?
The most common problem with Samsung refrigerators is the noise it makes. Samsung refrigerators tend to be noisier than the average model. This can be a result of the fans running too often, or too loud to ensure the refrigerator is operating at optimal temperature.
In some cases, a faulty seal or gasket may be allowing air to leak into the refrigerator, making the fans run continuously. Fortunately, these issues can be fixed easily with a basic service call, minimizing excessive noise and saving energy.
Additionally, some people have had issues with the ice maker not producing enough ice, or at times, not working all together. This can often be attributed to a clogged water filter, which can be easily replaced to restore the ice maker’s functionality.
What brand of refrigerator has the least problem?
If you are looking to purchase a refrigerator that has a good reputation for reliability and few problems, consider looking into models from some of the top brands like Samsung, LG, and Whirlpool. All of these brands have had solid track records for offering well-made, dependable fridges that come with long warranties.
Additionally, these companies often provide excellent customer service and helpful troubleshooting advice. If you want an extra layer of protection, look for a refrigerator with a “Delivery and Installation” protection plan from one of these brands.
This will protect your purchase from any damage that can occur during delivery and installation, which can sometimes be an issue.
Is Samsung refrigerator good or LG?
When it comes to choosing between a Samsung refrigerator and an LG refrigerator, it really comes down to your personal preferences, budget, and needs. Both companies have excellent products, and their refrigerator models tend to offer great features.
Samsung refrigerators often have more cutting-edge features and technology, such as enhanced cooling and temperature control, door alarms, internal water dispensers, and Split Door systems which have an outer drawer for items that you store and need more often, and an inner compartment for things you don’t grab as often.
Samsung fridges tend to have a more modern and stylish look, too.
On the other hand, LG refrigerators tend to be more affordable and are known for their value and durability. LG fridges often have standard technology, such as efficient cooling, door alarm systems, and internal water dispensers.
They can also provide peace of mind from Smart ThinQ capabilities, which provides you the latest in home connectivity and food management.
Ultimately, both Samsung and LG refrigerators are excellent choices. It’s best to consider which features and look you prefer, as well as what would best meet your needs and budget.
Which French door refrigerator brand is the most reliable?
If you’re looking for a reliable French door refrigerator, there are a few brands to consider. Most reviewers agree that LG and Samsung produce some of the most reliable French door refrigerators. LG offers a wide range of products within their French door category, such as their popular 4-Door InstaView Smart Refrigerator.
Samsung has similarly impressive offerings, including their 4-door Flex refrigerator with a flexible interior that can be customized to user needs. Whirlpool also makes highly dependable French door refrigerators, like the WRX735SDHZ – a model with a modern stainless steel finish.
Additionally, Bosch offers a few French door refrigerator options, most notably their 800 series which has an impressive design and superior cooling technologies.
When researching a French door refrigerator, you should consider reviews from owners, as well as any ratings from Consumer Reports or the Good Housekeeping Institute. Ultimately, you should decide on a refrigerator that offers the features that you need, as well as dependable performance.
What are the disadvantages of a French door refrigerator?
The main disadvantage of a French door refrigerator is the price. French door refrigerators are often more expensive than other types of fridges such as top and bottom freezers, side-by-side, and mini-fridges.
Additionally, because of the multiple door compartments and shelves, there may be more difficulty organizing and accessing items, particularly in smaller-sized French door refrigerators. The doors themselves can also take up more space than other types of fridges which could be a problem in small kitchens.
And, because of their larger size, French door refrigerators tend to be heavier and more difficult to move than other types of fridges. Finally, they tend to be louder than other types of refrigerators because their cooling systems are located at the front, behind the doors.
What is usually not covered under an ice machine factory warranty?
An ice machine factory warranty typically does not cover routine maintenance and general wear and tear on the machine, including parts and components exposed to normal use, like moving parts, gaskets, seals, electrical components, and other parts that are meant to be replaced over time.
Additionally, the warranty does not typically cover any damage caused by improper usage, installation, or insufficient maintenance, or a failure to follow the owner’s manual instructions. In most cases, alterations to the machine or the addition of items to the machine are also not covered.
Finally, natural disasters and any type of damage caused by rodents, insects, or other animals, as well as any indirect or consequential damages, are not covered either.
What Samsung has recalled?
In 2016, Samsung recalled all Galaxy Note7 devices due to a battery issue that was causing some devices to catch fire or explode. This recall affected all models of the Galaxy Note7 sold anywhere in the world, and included both original and replacement devices.
According to Samsung, the issue was caused by a battery cell issue that was causing an excessive rise in temperature.
In 2017, Samsung recalled some top-loading washing machines that were manufactured prior to November 2016 due to a risk of the washing machines vibrating excessively, leading to the risk of the top separating from the washing machine.
According to Samsung, the issue occurred due to a manufacturing flaw and could potentially cause property damage and personal injury.
Both of these recalls were voluntary and conducted in cooperation with the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission. Samsung has offered refunds or replacements to customers affected by the recalls.
How do you reset ice maker on Samsung Ice Maker?
If you need to reset your Samsung refrigerator ice maker, you can do so by following these steps:
1. Unplug the refrigerator for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, plug it back in. This is usually enough to reset the ice maker and restore normal operation.
2. If the reset does not work, locate the test-switch near the ice maker. This is usually located behind the ice bin and behind the temperature control panel.
3. Push the test button for 3 seconds and then release it. This should reset the ice maker and restore normal operation.
4. If the reset does not work, locate the reset button, also called the force field switch. This is usually located near the motor, or close to where the ice bin is connected to the ice maker.
5. Press the reset button and hold it in for 3 seconds, then release it. This should reset the ice maker and restore normal operation.
6. If the reset does not work, locate the on/off switch, which is usually located at the back of the refrigerator near the compressor.
7. Push the on/off switch and hold it in for 3 seconds. This should reset the ice maker and restore normal operation.
If the reset still does not work, the issue may be with the ice maker itself and you may need to contact a repair service.
What fails on ice maker?
Ice makers can fail for a variety of reasons. Common ice maker issues may include a clogged filter, a defective temperature sensor, a failed water inlet valve, a failed ice maker motor, or a failed solenoid.
Clogging can occur in the filter, which limits water flow to the ice maker and can prevent it from working correctly. A defective temperature sensor can cause the ice maker to cycle frequently or not produce ice at all.
The water inlet valve can stick and does not allow enough water to go through to make the ice. If the ice maker motor fails, the ice maker will no longer turn, making it unable to make ice. The solenoid is responsible for dispensing the ice, and if it fails, the ice will no longer be able to be dispensed.
A qualified technician can identify which one of these failed parts is causing the issue, and will be able to properly repair the appliance.
Where is the reset button on ice maker?
The reset button on an ice maker may be found in one of two locations, depending on the model. On some makes and models, the reset button is located behind the ice maker, which can be accessed by removing the front kick plate on the unit.
However, on certain ice makers, the reset button is located inside the unit, behind the ice bin where the ice is stored. Due to the different locations, it is important to consult the owner’s manual for the specific ice maker to locate the reset button or contact the manufacturer for assistance.
How do I manually reset my ice maker?
If you need to manually reset your ice maker, the process can vary slightly depending on the model of your appliance. Generally, the steps are as follows:
1. Begin by unplugging your ice maker from the wall.
2. Open the housing of the ice maker to access the mechanisms inside.
3. Locate the reset switch or button, which should be placed somewhere within the ice maker housing.
4. Press and hold the reset switch or button for about 30 seconds.
5. Release the reset switch/button and reconnect the ice maker to an electrical outlet.
6. Close the housing of the ice maker and inspect to make sure it’s properly secured.
7. Finally, run a cycle of ice and inspect it for any irregularities.
If you find that the reset was successful, your ice maker should be back to working order! However, if you are still experiencing difficulties, it may be best to contact a professional to assess and repair the machine.
Why is my Samsung refrigerator not making ice?
The most common cause is a lack of water flow to the ice maker. Common things you can check include the water pressure to the refrigerator, the water filter, and the valve that supplies water to the refrigerator.
The water filter should be replaced every 6 months and may need replacing sooner if the water flow is suddenly reduced. It’s also a good idea to check the water line leading to the ice maker to ensure that it is properly connected and not leaking.
If there is a cold air issue, it might also be the reason for poor ice production. If the freezer is too warm, it can affect the production of ice. The thermostat should be adjusted to ensure that it is cold enough for the ice maker to work properly.
If the ice maker appears to be defective, it may need to be replaced. Finally, if the ice maker is activated, but the ice cubes are small, it could mean the water supply lines are frozen and need to be thawed out.
How do I trigger my ice maker cycle?
In order to trigger an ice maker cycle, you will need to manually initiate the cycle. Step one is to make sure that both the water supply is on and that the ice bin or container is completely empty. Step two is to locate the test/diagnostic switch and set it to the “on” setting.
This switch should be located on the head unit or control panel near the ice maker. Step three is to hold the power switch for about 10-15 seconds until the ice maker cycle activates and then you can let go of the switch.
If water is flowing into the ice maker, then the cycle has been successfully triggered. You should be able to see the ice cubes being generated and should be able to remove them after about 2 hours. If the icebin is not filling, then you may need to check that the components are all functioning properly and that the line is not clogged.


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I just finished using Simplicity 5695 to make a summery dress for lil' AC.
Lil' AC loves wearing "pretty dresses". She's constantly telling me she wants me to make her a pretty dress just like this one or that one. Of course, I always try to comply. For this dress I used View D for the body of the dress but used View C sleeves. The pattern was very easy to sew and the directions were very straight forward. Here's how it turned out...
I had approximately 1/2 yard of each of the fabrics. I made a size 2 and there was some left over fabric (not a lot though!). From the photo, you can tell that I used one fabric for the hem, sleeves and bow. I also added some yellow puff ball trim where the dress meets the ruffled hem, where the body meets the sleeves and at the edge of the sleeves.
The directions have you put the sleeves together first. I folded the hem up and then glue basted the trim in place. I did this because the trim had a very small seam allowance and it would of been tricky to attach the trim without basting it first. Once it was glue basted in, I used my zipper foot to sew close to the yellow trim. If you've never used Sewline Fabric Glue Pen, you must try it. The more I use it, the more I find new uses for it. I purchased my glue pen and an extra glue stick for $6. The actual glue stick part is light blue but it dries clear and is water soluble.
I glue basted the yellow decorative trim to the body before attaching the sleeves. I used a zipper foot to sew them together. Same steps for adding the ruffled hem and yellow decorative trim. If this does not make any sense, let me know and I will try to explain further.
In summary, I found the pattern to be quick and easy. The directions were easy to follow and there was only 3 different pattern pieces. The pattern also has tiered dress, View A. Think I'll make that next in a knit fabric.

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With the mercury frozen at 40 degrees below zero, Freegold Ventures Ltd. lit a fire at Golden Summit, launching an aggressive 15,000-meter drill campaign at the Interior Alaska gold project in January.
Despite being located some 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of Fairbanks, a place that vies for the coldest spot in the United States, Golden Summit has the distinct advantage of being connected to a paved highway, grid power and cell phone service.
“Winter drilling is possible because of the excellent infrastructure in place,” said Freegold Ventures President and CEO Kristina Walcott.
Freegold’s early start on 2012 exploration follows 15,000 meters of drilling that the Vancouver-based junior carried out on its three Alaska gold properties in 2011 – an effort that culminated in updated resource estimates on its two most advanced projects, Golden Summit and Vinasale, and the first drilling completed on its Rob property in four years.
Dolphin-Cleary Hill depositLocated a short 5 miles (8 kilometers) north of Kinross Gold Corp.’s Fort Knox gold mine, Golden Summit blankets 80 known gold occurrences, including three high-grade, past-producing gold operations. Combined these historical mines – Cleary Hill, Hi Yu and American Eagle – turned out more than 450,000 ounces of gold from ore that averaged about 1.6 ounces per short ton gold.
Although remnants of these high-grade vein systems remain, Freegold is focused on outlining large bulk tonnage targets more akin to the ore at Fort Knox or Kinross’ True North Mine about 3.5 kilometers (two miles) to the west.
According to a late 2011 calculation, the Dolphin zone contains an NI 43-101-compliant indicated resource of 14.84 million metric tons averaging 0.66 g/t (316,000 oz) gold; and an inferred resource of 50.46 million metric tons averaging 0.61 g/t (991,000 oz) gold.
While the Dolphin zone resource was being calculated, Freegold completed 3,856 meters of drilling at the nearby Cleary Hill area at the end of 2011.
Past exploration at Cleary Hill – including trenching, extensive rotary air blast drilling and some 6,400 meters of reverse circulation and core drilling – has outlined a zone similar in size and grade to Dolphin.
Results from previous drilling at Cleary Hill include:
•CHD9704 cut 55.2 meters averaging 1.95 g/t gold;
•CHD0301 cut 124.5 meters averaging 1.02 g/t gold; and
•CHD001 cut 61 meters averaging 1.87 g/t gold, including 14.3 meters averaging 6.4 g/t gold.
The 2012 drilling at Golden Summit focused largely on merging the Dolphin zone with the Cleary Hill Mine area to the northeast.
By drilling the 400-meter gap between the resource area and the expansion target, the company hopes the upcoming Golden Summit resource reflects a Dolphin-Cleary Hill deposit with a strike length of some 2,000 meters.
GSCL-1201 – drilled in the heart of the Cleary Hill Mine area – cut 6.24 meters near the surface that averages 2.93 g/t gold and a deeper intercept of 102.7 meters averaging 1.12 g/t gold.
GSDL12-01 – drilled in the gap between Dolphin and Cleary Hill – returned 314.1 meters averaging 0.69 g/t gold, including 132.7 meters of 1.19 g/t gold.
GSDL1204 – drilled about midway between Dolphin and Cleary Hill – cut 115.06 meters grading 1.08 g/t gold.
GSDL1207 – drilled about 100 meters north of 1204 – cut 39.6 meters averaging 1.88 g/t gold, further demonstrating the tenor of mineralization between Dolphin and Cleary Hill.
GSDL1210 – drilled closer to the Dolphin resource area – cut 20.9 meters grading 34.69 g/t gold.
GSDL1213 – drilled in the Dolphin-Cleary gap about 100 miles east of 1204 – cut 136.7 meters averaging 1.57 g/t gold.
GSDL1218 – testing the depth potential of the Dolphin resource – cut 531.3 meters averaging 0.59 g/t gold, including 90.5 meters averaging 1.1 g/t gold.
GSDL 1224 – drilled some 100 meters northeast of hole 1218 – cut 606.2 meters averaging 0.57 g/t gold.
All told, some 35,000 meters has been drilled in the combined Dolphin-Cleary Hill area of which only 11,802 meters are part of the 2011 Dolphin resource.
All drilling will be incorporated into the updated resource which is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.
Growing VinasaleFreegold’s Vinasale gold project — found on the northern end of the Kuskokwim Gold Belt of Southwest Alaska about 26 kilometers (16 miles) south of century old gold mining community of McGrath — is also expected to get a boost to its resource based on 2012 drilling.
An inferred resource updated for Vinasale in March outlines 49.3 million metric tons averaging 1.09 g/t gold at a cut-off of 0.5 g/t.
With its sights set on upgrading this 1.74-million-ounce gold resource hosted in the property’s Central zone, Freegold completed 3,425 meters of drilling at Vinasale in 2012.
Highlights of drilling in the Central zone include:
•VM1208 cut 33.7 meters averaging 1.09 g/t gold:
•VM1210 cut 29.3 meters averaging 1.63 g/t gold;
•VM1212 cut 29.3 meters averaging 1.19 g/t gold; and
•VM1213 cut 85.3 meters averaging 1.49 g/t gold.
Two holes testing a large geophysical anomaly about 1,200 meters northeast of the Central zone cut zones of lower grade gold mineralization. Freegold said the results of these wide-spaced holes indicate that additional drilling is warranted in this area as a possible resource expansion target.
Freegold’s Rob gold project, located 20 miles (32 kilometers) east of Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd.’s Pogo gold mine, did not see drilling in 2012.

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Alpha Natural Resources, Inc. is primarily engaged in the business of extracting, processing and marketing steam and metallurgical coal from surface and deep mines and mainly sells to electric utilities, steel and coke producers and industrial customers. The company operates through two segments: Eastern Coal Operations and Western Coal Operations. The Eastern Coal Operations segment consists of the mines in Northern and Central Appalachia, its coal brokerage activities and its road construction business. The Western Coal Operations segment consists of two Powder River basin mines in Wyoming. Alpha Natural Resources was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Bristol, VA.
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The “Washington Football Team” is a professional American football team situated in the metropolitan area of Washington, D.C. The team is part of the East Division, which plays in the National Football Conference (NFC) of the National Football League (NFL). The team’s headquarters and training facility are located in Ashburn, Virginia known as the Redskins Park. The Redskins also play in the recently built Redskins Complex situated in Richmond, Virginia. They play their home games at the FedExField based in Landover, Maryland.
Since the year 1932, the team had reached a total of 1,000 games and achieved five championship games in the National Football League (NFL). They also compiled an outstanding record by achieving 13 NFL division titles and six NFL conference championship games.
In their history, the team appeared and won several times in the Super Bowls, NFC championships and NFL playoffs. Also, the team advanced to 22 post-seasons and compiled a record of 23 wins and 17 losses. Together with New England Patriots and Oakland Raiders, the team won three Super Bowls. The team was in the 4th place next to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers.
In a 10-year span of playing in the league, the team has achieved much in their football career. The team advanced to the NFL championships 6 times and won 2 out of their six NFL championship appearances. In between the years 1982 and 1991, the Redskins reached the post-seasons seven times and won various games including four conference titles. Out of their four appearances in the Super Bowls, the Redskins won three of it.
However, it seemed that failures were unpredictable in its own way. Although the team was a growing victory at that time, the Redskins were not able to escape failures for the year 1947 until 1970.
It is reported by Forbes Magazine that Washington Redskins ranked as the third most valued franchise in the league following the New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys. In the year 2013, the team’s approximate value was $1.6 billion.

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This month is absolutely full to bursting with single player games to choose from, but we are looking at four games in particular to watch out for in September: Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning, Star Renegades, Tamarin, and 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. These were very hard to select, so if any of the other releases this month catch your eye, be sure to follow up with your own thoughts and perhaps recommendations too!
Here is hoping for everyone to stay safe and have fun gaming, whether it’s the single player mode of Marvel’s Avengers or one of the surprisingly many alien/robot action games soon to be released.
Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
Release Date: Sept. 8, 2020
Platform: PC, Playstation 4, Xbox One
Following in the punny footsteps of Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition and Red Faction Guerilla: Re-Mars-tered, THQ Nordic looks to right the wrongs of the past and revitalize Kingdoms of Amalur.
The unfairly rocky release and subsequent mud-dragging that happened to Amalur nearly a decade ago resulted in a stillborn franchise, a rather excellent western RPG with action combat that killed a studio and scuttled its ambitious MMO plans to boot. Now, Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning is sprucing it up for 2020 with bug fixes, tweaked combat, a better frame rate, and a brand new expansion due next year.
Much like its spiritual cousin Dragon’s Dogma, Reckoning was a stab at the lucrative open-world fantasy RPG in the wake of Skyrim‘s massive success. Both games added a welcome helping of hack-and-slash play to the proceedings, more akin to a stylish action game such as Devil May Cry than the traditional first person combat of Elder Scrolls.
Of both games though, Reckoning was the one to buy fully into the Elder Scrolls formula. Similarly to Morrowind and Oblivion before it, in addition to sharing chief designer Ken Rolston, Reckoning boasts both a main quest and hours upon hours of stalwart fantasy side-hustles, from fighters’ guilds to warring houses.
It’s the sheer breadth of experience that makes Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning such a welcome prospect today. With the added technological progress of eight years and both post-launch DLCs included, Re-Reckoning might be exactly the fantasy adventure that those waiting for The Elder Scrolls VI want to fall in love with. At the least, the single player game will certainly offer RPG fans a metric truckton of classic fantasy content, all wrapped up in a stylized presentation that holds up much better than those of its last-gen contemporaries.
Hopefully, this time around, the franchise will not be DOA.
Release Date: Sept. 8, 2020
Platform: PC (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch in the future)
This beautiful HD 2D space RPG comes from Massive Damage, whose long history of space strategy games bodes well for Star Renegades. With the newly revealed Octopath Traveler-looking visuals and deep roguelite mechanics, there looks to be something here for everybody.
The game’s turn-based battles play with time in a way that merges the nostalgic with the new, making “time damage” as important a tactical concern as health damage. Do enough time damage to some enemies and they will fall off the Grandia-style timeline, skipping their turn entirely — but there is only so much time that can be spent, and once it is, other enemies can become deadlier. Permadeath is also very much in play.
This is made all the more precarious by the out-of-battle mechanics that resemble other narrative roguelites such as Griftlands and Darkest Dungeon. There are NPCs to interact with, discoveries and items to be found, base management, and recruiting new characters to fill the shoes of your dearly departed allies. There is even an Intelligent Adversary system of “elite” baddies to battle across the universe that evolve and receive promotions.
Like with Into the Breach, the excellent presentation and mechanical depth of Star Renegades seems poised to welcome a whole new crowd of strategy fans to the fold, but the game has the grit and hard choices that should endear it to seasoned players as well.
Release Date: Sept. 10, 2020
Platform: PC, PlayStation 4
Tamarin is a curious game, trying to revive the formula of Rare’s old third-person shooter Jet Force Gemini as Yooka-Laylee attempted for Banjo-Kazooie — complete with music by Rare alum David Wise.
If you are surprised to hear that, apparently a lot of people are; Jet Force was not the greatest commercial success in its time, with some wonderful music and cool sci-fi levels marred by repetition and overstaying its welcome.
Luckily, there is no reason for those problems to befall spiritual successor Tamarin. When first revealed, trailers mostly hid the shooting aspect, focusing on cute animal platforming and collecting shiny things.
The new trailers have no such compunctions, revealing the game to be an alien bug shooter in the first 30 seconds. Will the game itself spend much longer pretending that it is merely a cutesy platformer? We can find out in less than two weeks.
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
Release Date: Sept. 22, 2020
Platform: PlayStation 4
Having basically conquered the realm of arcade Dungeons & Dragons beat-‘em-ups with Dragon’s Crown (give or take a few poor-taste character designs), game director George Kamitani wrote 13 Sentinels to be a departure from his usual fantasy style.
Brought to us by Vanillaware, who also developed the excellent Odin Sphere and Muramasa: The Demon Blade, the single player game combines 2D adventure game mechanics across 13 interconnected storylines with real-time strategy action.
Though it was originally set to be a multi-platform release across PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita, the Vita version has since been canceled, making the title one of the PS4’s last exclusives before the new consoles arrive.
After spending a long five years in various stages of development (including, apparently, a potential Transformers-esque toy merchandise version), 13 Sentinels is finally ready to wow English speakers with its hybrid adventure game/RTS mechanics.
Notable Dates for Single Player-Friendly Games
Sept. 4 — Marvel’s Avengers (PC, PS4, XONE, next-gen later in 2020)
Sept. 17 — The Dungeon of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet of Chaos (PC)
Sept. 23 — Little Big Workshop (XONE—PC already out)
Sept. 28 — Genshin Impact (PC, PS4, iOS, Android)
As a result of release date shifts and the cancellation of E3, there are other games set to release soon that lack firm release dates. Hopefully not too many release dates will be forced to move next month, but until the next batch of single player games, enjoy!

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Big Kahuna Tiki Necklace
Say Aloooha to the Big Kahuna Tiki necklace by Charcoal Designs. This hand cast resin Tiki necklace is black and has Swarovski crystals for eyes! Very similar to the vintage Coco Joe's tiki. The pendant measures approximately 1.75 inches by 1 inch and comes with a 30 inch ball chain necklace which can easily be snipped to a shorter length. The Tiki God's are pleased with this Big Kahuna! Made in the USA.


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The South African Chamber of Mines on Tuesday said that it opposes Eskom’s application to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa for an increase in electricity tariffs to recover losses on its Regulatory Clearing Account.
This follows Eskom’s proposal on Monday of a five-year phasing in period to recoup over R66 billion in cost and revenue variances in three separate Regulatory Clearing Accounts (RCAs), which cover the financial years 2014/15, 2015/16 and 2017/17 – all of which fall within the third multi-year price determination (MYPD3) window.
The Chamber of Mines believes that if granted, the R66.6 billion increase which will be passed onto consumers and will result in mine closures and will have a severely negative impact on other sectors that depend on the mining sector.
The Chamber suggests that Eskom rework its business plan to reduce its fixed and variable costs, while growing sales which will reduce the electricity tariff. In doing so, Eskom should restructure their organisation to be in line with the sales volumes and revenue generated to avoid extreme tariff increases, the Chamber says.
Further, the Chamber of Mines recommends that the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) not pass the RCA onto customers but rather that the shareholder is tasked with dealing with the continuing inefficiencies at Eskom.
The Chamber also suggests that shareholder consider the sale of some of its stake within Eskom as the shareholder cannot afford to bail out the utility.
In addition, the Chamber recommends that Eskom reduce its spare capacity from 35% to an industry acceptable capacity of 15%.
“This can be achieved by mothballing or putting some of the older power stations on cold storage,” the Chamber of Mines says.


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My Last Duchess
Browning’s use of dramatic irony can be seen in the dramatic monologue of the Duke. The Duke views himself as a powerful person with “a nine-hundred-years-old name” while the reader views him as possessive. His tone is very possessive and haughty as he talks about how disgusted he was with the Duchess. The diction makes the Duke sound like he begins to rush what he says about the Duchess as he thinks more about her. His sentences are moving along as his train of thought goes on and on about the Duchess.
The Duke begins by introducing the painting of the Duchess. He believes the picture makes it looks as if she were alive; implying that she might be dead. He notes that she has been flirtatious when he states that she was brought joy “not (from)/ Her husband’s presence only” (14). The Duke’s tone is disguised because the reader can feel that he is angered by her past actions, but he continues to describe his former Duchess as if he would a painting. The reader can sense is discontent as he maintains his description of her flirtatious nature.
However, the Duke begins to feel insult as her coy nature disregards his “gift of a nine-hundred-years-old name / With anybody’s gift.” (33-34). His haughtiness is felt after this statement because he places himself in a higher position and feels insulted by being treated the same way as the other men she saw. He states that this type of action “disgusts” ( 38) him and being powerful, he doesn’t sit on the side and does nothing. He chooses “never to stoop” (43) and takes action.
As her behavior continued, his irritation “grew” (45) and he began to become possessive. He refers to his actions as “commands” (45) and when implemented, “all (of her) smiles stopped altogether”. Repetition of “There she stands/ As if alive” ( 46-47) begins and ends his story. He moves away from the recollection and begins to talk about meeting with other people. As they talk, he begins to talk about the other pieces...
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The Ambassador in China (Gauss) to the Secretary of State
[Received March 17—2:50 p.m.]
479. Consul [at] Tihwa4 reports he is informed by Foreign Affairs Delegate5 that on March 11, 10 planes bearing clear Soviet Star markings, bombed provincial troop concentrations in Altai region 25 kilometers southwest of Chingho (which does not appear on Embassy’s maps), 75 kilometers on Chinese side of Mongolian border, with smaller raids next 2 days. Total casualties under 30. Delegate stated Soviet Consul General resented his implication of possible Soviet responsibility but promises to transmit his formal protests to Moscow. Delegate suggesting joint Sino-Soviet investigation on the spot.
Unconfirmed information from a local source (said to emanate from Sinkiang Provincial Government) states bombing planes were Soviet planes and Chinese forces attacked were putting down Kazak uprising, Foreign Office was said to be making inquiries through its Moscow Embassy.
Political Vice Foreign Minister6 tells us the “rumor” does not in his opinion seem credible but Soviets have been acting very independently lately and telegraphic inquiry being made of Sinkiang Government. His attitude in response to our inquiry was evasive.
Tihwa being instructed to keep us fully informed.
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Adam mentioned a couple weeks ago that Raines would be starting in March. That's still the plan, but Cynopsis is reporting that they have cut the episode order from 13 to 7, which is never a good sign. Maybe things would have been better for Goldblum had he jumped ship to get robbed over at ABC. On the other hand, given the state of the rest of the ABC midseason shows, I wouldn't bet on that one either.
Originally, the title of the sitcom was I Want to Rob Jeff Goldblum, but Jeff is working on his own pilot project for NBC and was never attached to the project (although, I totally like the idea of him in that role). The creators turned to Mick Jagger, but his name won't be in the title and he will only appear in a few scenes.
I totally dig this idea for a show. I think they could keep it going by picking different celebrities to rob. I'd like to see them try to rob Patrick Swayze, Carol Channing, and Frankie Muniz. Who would you like to see robbed?
The Parents Television Council publicly praised ABC for going with the delay. The group president said, "ABC has wisely decided to ensure that this year's Super Bowl is not hijacked by raunchy performers as it was in 2004."
Now that the sex will be taken care of, what about all the shots of the coaches and players yelling curse words? Come on! We may not be able to hear them but we know they're not yelling about figs.
In what has to be the most boring, predictable news of the day, The Rolling Stones will play during the half-time show of the Super Bowl game in February. Let's just hope that Mick doesn't rip off Keith's shirt.
Seriously, rock n' roll is a young person's game. I don't want to see 60somethings rockin' during the Super Bowl or any other bowl, no matter how legendary and great they are.
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CIRCuIT - Circular Construction in Regenerative Cities - Final Event
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Time & Location
25 Sept 2023, 08:30 – 17:00
Danish Architecture Center, BLOX, Bryghusgade 10, 1473 København, Denmark
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CIRCuIT project partners are exclusively invited to the final event for the CIRCuIT project to showcase the project's remarkable achievements and share valuable insights gained during this four-year journey.
The engaging program will feature presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions led by experts, researchers, and industry leaders. Together, we will explore the transformative potential of circular economy in the construction sector, contributing to more sustainable and resilient cities. Throughout the program we will engage in building life cycle extension strategies, explore the potentials of urban mining, and discuss the potential of implementing flexible building design. We will do so focusing on cross-industry collaboration, discussing roles and responsibilities in driving the transition toward resource-efficient construction practices.
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Peking slaps curfew on Tibet
Friday 01 December 1995
The Chinese authorities yesterday imposed a curfew on the cities of Lhasa and Shigatse to quell unrest among Tibetans angered by Peking's attempts to install a six-year-old boy as the reincarnation of a high Buddhist lama, according to Tibetan exile sources in India.
Tempa Tsering, a spokesman for the government-in-exile of Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, said that despite the curfew, protests by Tibetans erupted in Lhasa, Shigatse and Chambdo to protest against "this latest Chinese affront to the religious sentiments of the Tibetan people".
Chinese security forces in Tibet had been placed on alert, he added
Using mystical divinations, oracles and dreams in his search, the Dalai Lama announced in May that he had found a young nomad boy, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, who was the authentic reincarnation of the tenth Panchen Lama.
Although it had been the Tibetan tradition for centuries that the Dalai Lama recognise the Panchen Lama - the country's second highest religious figure - the Chinese authorities denounced the exiled Dalai Lama's choice as "invalid".
Tibetan exile sources claim that the nomad child and his parents were seized and taken to Peking, where they were placed under house arrest.
China denied that the boy chosen by the Dalai Lama was in custody. "He is not missing, nor is he incarcerated," said a foreign ministry spokesman, Shen Guofang.
But he added, "We have no idea of the whereabouts of the soul boy designated by the Dalai Lama."
The last Panchen Lama, who died six years ago, stayed behind in Tibet when the Dalai Lama fled to India in 1959. Although many Tibetans at first denounced him as a Chinese stooge, the Panchen Lama spent the last 12 years of his life under house arrest for denouncing the Chinese occupation of Tibet.
Tibetan exile sources claim the Chinese authorities in Lhasa are planning a purge of important Tibetan religious and political figures suspected of harbouring Tibetan nationalist sentiments.
Several senior monks in Shigatse, the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama, are said to have been arrested as "reactionaries" for allegedly collaborating with the Dalai Lama in the hunt for the young child.
It is the exiles' view that China wants to manipulate the selection of the next Panchen Lama to quash the Tibetans' devotion towards the Dalai Lama and his non-violent campaign to regain independence for Tibet.
The Chinese-imposed "soul boy" is the son of two Communist Party functionaries from the Nagchu district, and without the Dalai Lama's blessing few Tibetans are likely to revere him as the true Panchen Lama.
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Urology Devices Market - Snapshot
The global urology devices market is driven by high prevalence and rapid increase in incidence of urology disorder associated with the urinary tract system (UTS) across the globe. The global market was valued at US$ 31.4 Bn in 2017 and is projected to reach US$ 58.3 Bn by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2018 to 2026. High growth rate of the market is attributed to the increase in adoption of urology devices, easy availability of urology devices, and rise in demand for minimally invasive or non-surgical products across the globe.
Urology is the branch of science that focus on surgical and medical diseases of urinary tract systems. Urology is witnessing a shift toward less invasive treatment methods. Technologies such as minimally invasive surgery and robotic surgery are being rapidly adopted after being introduced to the urology specialty. Rise in demand for minimally invasive surgery and non-invasive treatment devices and new product launches in the urology devices segment are projected to propel the global urology devices market during the forecast period. Millions of people across the world are affected by urinary tract system (UTS) disorders, and women are more likely to be affected as compared to men. Urinary tract infection, weakening of pelvic floor muscles & urethral sphincters, menopause, pregnancy & childbirth, and post radical prostatectomy surgery in men lead to the development of urology disorders and urinary incontinence symptoms. Efforts are being undertaken in various countries to improve the awareness about urological diseases among the general population. According to the Urologic Diseases in America (UDA) project, around $11 Bn is spent by the population in the U.S., annually, for the treatment and management of urological diseases.
The global urology devices market has been segmented based on product, end-user, and region. In terms of product, the market has been classified into dialysis, endoscopes, endovision systems & peripheral instruments, laser & lithotripsy, robotic systems, urodynamic systems, urology catheters, biopsy devices, stents, urology guidewires, drainage bags, and others. The others segment has been bifurcated into retrieval devices & extractors, dilator sets & urethral access sheaths, tubes and distal attachments, and surgical dissectors, forceps & needle holders. The dialysis segment dominated the market in 2017. The segment is projected to expand at an exponential growth rate from 2018 to 2026. The robotic systems segment is likely to expand at a significant growth rate and is expected to gain market share during the forecast period, due to an increase in demand for robotic systems across the globe. Urology catheters, such as Foley catheters, intermittent catheters, and external catheters, are widely used and hence, the urology catheters segment dominated the global urology devices market. High rate of adoption of Foley catheters and intermittent catheters in order to empty the bladder, technologically advanced products to prevent infection, and ease of use of intermittent catheters are attributed to the prominent market share held by the urology catheters segment.
In terms of end-user, the global urology devices market has been classified into hospitals, dialysis centers, and others. The others segment includes ambulatory surgical centers and homecare settings. The hospitals segment accounted for a major share of the global market in 2017, followed by dialysis centers and others segments. Increase in the number of multinational hospitals with advanced surgery techniques and adoption of technologically advanced urology devices are expected to boost the hospitals segment during the forecast period.
In terms of region, the global urology devices market has been segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America accounted for a notable share of the global market in 2017, followed by Europe. Well-established health care facilities, favorable reimbursement policies, and early adoption of technologically advanced products for the management of urinary disorders have contributed to the major market share held by North America. Europe is projected to be the second-most attractive market for urology devices from 2018 to 2026. The market in the region is anticipated to expand at an exponential CAGR during the forecast period, due to high prevalence and increase in incidence of urinary disorders in Europe, recent launch of urology devices, and high per capita health care expenditure in the region.
The global urology devices market is consolidated, with number of companies accounting for majority market share. Key players operating in the global market include Boston Scientific Corporation, KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG, C. R. Bard, Inc. (Becton, Dickinson and Company.), Richard Wolf GmbH., Intuitive Surgical, Fresenius Medical Care, Olympus Corporation, and Cook Medical. These players exhibit significant geographical outreach, with presence in multiple urology devices segments. Manufacturers are adopting acquisition & collaboration and new product development strategies to tap the unmet needs of a large proportion of urinary disorder patient pool. Other prominent players in the global urology devices market include Siemens Healthineers (Siemens AG), Baxter International Inc., Stryker, Medtronic, B. Braun Melsungen AG, and Dornier MedTech.
Urology Devices Market - Overview
This report studies the current as well as future prospects of the global urology devices market. Stakeholders of this report include companies and intermediaries engaged in the manufacture, commercialization, and provision of urology devices and new players planning to enter the market. The report comprises an elaborate executive summary, along with a market snapshot, providing overall information on various segments considered in the scope of the study. The section also provides information and data analysis of the global urology devices market in terms of product, end-user, and region.
The global urology devices market has been segmented based on product, end-user, and region. In terms of product, the global market has been classified into dialysis, endoscopes, endovision systems & peripheral instruments, laser & lithotripsy, robotic systems, urodynamic systems, urology catheters, biopsy devices, stents, urology guidewires, drainage bags, and others. Based on end-user, the global urology devices market has been segregated into hospitals, dialysis centers, and others. The hospitals segment is expected to dominate the global urology devices market during the forecast period.
Bottom-up approach has been employed for determining the size of the global urology devices market, using various market indicators obtained from secondary sources, which included analysis of launched products and mapping of demand of urology devices of top market players in specific regions. Top-down approach has been used to derive the market size of different product segments, wherein market size of parent market was obtained through secondary sources and analyzed for sales by narrowing down to revenue percentage for product segment through extensive analysis of investor presentations, press releases, primary interviews, and others. Data triangulation is based on both secondary research (top-down and bottom-up approaches) and primary research. Moreover, historical year-on-year growth has been taken into consideration while estimating the market size. Market value and forecast, in terms of US$ Mn, for each segment has been provided for the period from 2016 to 2026. The report also provides compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in percentage for each segment for the forecast period from 2018 to 2026, considering 2017 as the base year.
The overview section of the report explores market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, opportunities, and key trends that have significant impact on the global urology devices market and may influence it in the near future. Market attractiveness analysis has been provided to explain the intensity of competition in the market across regions. These analyses are likely to help market players take strategic decisions to strengthen their positions and grow their share in the global urology devices market. The report also comprises epidemiological overview.
In terms of region, the global urology devices market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Market size and forecast for each of these regions have been provided for the period from 2016 to 2026, along with their respective CAGR for the forecast period from 2018 to 2026, considering 2017 as the base year. The report also provides market size and forecast for major countries in the above mentioned regions. A detailed qualitative analysis of factors responsible for driving and restraining the market and growth opportunities has been provided in the overview section.
Major players operating in the global urology devices market are Boston Scientific Corporation, KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG, C. R. Bard, Inc. (Becton, Dickinson and Company.), Richard Wolf GmbH., Intuitive Surgical, Fresenius Medical Care, Olympus Corporation, Cook Medical, Siemens Healthineers (Siemens AG), Baxter International Inc., Stryker, Medtronic, B. Braun Melsungen AG, and Dornier MedTech.
The global urology devices market has been segmented as follows:
Global Urology Devices Market, by Product
- Endoscopes, Endovision Systems & Peripheral Instruments
- Laser & Lithotripsy
- Robotic Systems
- Urodynamic Systems
- Urology Catheters
- Biopsy Devices
- Urology Guidewires
- Drainage Bags
Global Urology Devices Market, by End-user
- Dialysis Centers
Global Urology Devices Market, by Region
- North America
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Australia & New Zealand
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- GCC Countries
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa

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We are organizing a surprise birthday dinner for our dear friend Adrian on 7th of October at Gioia, an Italian restaurant with love and passion in focus. With food and service on top, this is the perfect place for a celebration.
Since Adrian is leaving on 8th back to Brussels, we are having a CHILL dinner with close friends on the 7th. Dinner starts at 18.00, so please be on time (between 17.30 - 17.45) as we want everyone to be there when he arrives.
We will have a shared menu, a glass of bubbles and a hot shot for 550 sek/person.
Please book your spots ASAP so the restaurant knows how many people are coming.
Remember, this is a SURPRISE dinner, so try your best not to tell him ;)

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Sometimes I sign myself up to do the impossible, and decide to try to do it anyway. I have to say that I am apparently a glutton for punishment at times.
I’ve got one project where I’m hand-sewing the binding (and I’m about to swap to machine sewing the binding because I’m frustrated, and have about half to go).
I’m working on a baby quilt that is impossibly difficult to quilt (but I signed up to work on it anyway….and it’s so cute, too!).
I have another one that is a TON of applique. Did I mention ANYWHERE that I just really love applique? Good, I didn’t. I won’t. I like binding more than applique most days. Not always, but when there comes a point that you’re “over it”, you’re just going to be over it.
I have another that’s half-quilted. It’s been that way since 2013.
I have two other tops needing quilting. Can I just say my project list at the moment is longer than my finished list? Or at least it feels like that. At points like this I decide to go back and finish other projects, reorganize my studio, or look at my finished projects stack and remember how I pushed through on some projects. It’s sometimes really tough. Sheesh!


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Sophisticated Lady Dress
Channel your ultimate version of a sophisticated lady in this sweet number! Beige and brown floral print, with pleat feature down the front and collar to complete the look. This dress is lined, zippered at the back and in excellent condition.
Waist: 30cm - 40cm elasticated


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The Middle Ground Ones
I often first learn about my deepest longings by overhearing what comes out of my own mouth.
(Yes, I’m the picture of self-awareness that way.)
Insert me on a recent phone call with my friend Kary Oberbrunner and his Deeper Path coaching group. The beautiful people on his call are asking me questions about writing and leadership and I am shooting off the cuff or from the hip, whichever is more aimless. Which is when I hear myself say:
And Kary hears it too. And he tweets it.
I sit for a minute looking at my Twitter feed, absorbing how much of me–this stage of me at least–is captured by this one sentence.
I am learning to hold bravery in one hand and humility in the other.
Here I am, the Sleeved-With-Heart Sarah of the Middle Ground Ones …
Unwilling to entrench myself on one side,
To soldier up around the poles,
To engage warfare as if every issue has two clean and neat sides with no space in between.
Unwilling to pledge my allegiance to any party’s allegedly inerrant views about God, rather than trying to cast my allegiance farther, into the mysterious abyss beyond that where I might catch a glimpse of the inerrant God himself stirring in the waters.
The wind blows where it wills, you know, and we hear the sound of it, but we do not know whence it comes or whither it goes.
Here I am, resistant to looking for God through the narrow scope of religious artifacts–old or new, through cylinders carved by defenders of religion looking through a glass, darkly.
Here I am, trying and failing to order my interior world in a way that allows me to notice God in the faces of many; to sense his breath in their spirits; to recognize the rhythm of my muse which might also be in them.
Here I am, trying so desperately to wide-eye the panorama of God in search of everything he is willing to reveal himself to be.
Here I am, trying to hold my tongue when I’m tempted to tell God where or in whom he can show up.
I reach for more bravery with one hand…because…
My journey is valid.
I have lived in the spiritual shadowlands and been unwell.
But by the sort of deep and enduring grace that inspires sweet, old hymns to page, I am not there now.
I have been lured into rays of glittered dust particles at the place where light meets darkness.
I am on my way to whole.
And while my path may not belong to everyone,
It is fair and right to sprinkle breadcrumbs in my wake,
To invite any who are seeking, who are able, or willing to trek after my broken footprints,
To forage some of my same trails for the well-being I have found.
The redemptive threads of my life deserve to be spoken.
Not to raise some sort of imperial fist against those who struggle,
But to offer them an open hand to join their struggling journey to my own.
I reach for bravery with one hand…because…
The world is too marked by evil,
Too fragmented by shame and suffering,
Too overrun with oppression and abuse,
To stand by. Silently.
It must be a sin to spin and spiral one’s white flag through the air while casualties fall at your feet.
I reach for more bravery with one hand…because…we cannot afford to look at the deficits of our surroundings and be neutral.
I reach for more bravery with one hand…because…
Some beliefs, like those staked in the surprising and delighting Jesus,
who Sermon-on-the-Mounted his way to cultural upturnings,
Some beliefs, like those that honor the sacred worth–the deep-seated value of all the religiously-and-politically-and-otherwise-“othered” people,
Who clench their eyes shut while clinging to the coattails of the blind,
Who frantically polish the outside of institutional cups,
Who refuse to dance when the soft, breathy tones of the flute are playing,
Yes, some beliefs, these beliefs,
Are worthy of the spending–yes, even the laying down–of life.
They are worthy of being misunderstood and misperceived.
Being judged or discarded.
Worthy of walking directly into opposition,
And looking boldly into a critic’s eyes,
They are worth the unclenching of my pride.
Worth growing the way I communicate.
Worth dying to my need-to-be-right-ness.
Worth taking up cross in all the ways that first demand change of me without ever requiring wood or nails.
Perhaps, for some of us, these beliefs are worth nomad-ing between peoples, tenting in the middle ground, and having no permanent place to lay one’s head.
Of anchoring our boats to those on both poles.
And refusing to pull up the chains that loose us from either side.
I hear the drum-beating call to bravery in the words of Jesus and in the voice of my friends and it echoes deep within my heart.
And so I again reach for bravery with one hand…
But I reach for humility with the other,
Because the bravery I once knew well was often as reckless as it was right.
And it was not sistered to humility–to the virtues that magnetically draw and retract courage in service to compassion.
(More on this humility I reach for later this week.)

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