British passengers have spoken of the awful conditions on board after they finally disembarked from the stricken cruise ship Costa Allegra.

A fire on the Italian vessel in the Indian Ocean on Monday left it without power and needing to be towed to the Seychelles where the ship arrived on Thursday morning.

The 31 Britons among the 627 passengers had to contend with no lights, no air conditioning, toilets that would not flush and very basic provisions, with some surviving on a bread-and-salami diet.

The ship is part of the Costa Cruises fleet including the Costa Concordia, which hit rocks and turned on its side off the coast of Italy in January, claiming 32 lives.

Looking tired and dishevelled, passengers on the Costa Allegra finally stepped on to dry land to be met by travel agents, the Red Cross and Seychelles island officials.

There was no power at all, British passenger Derek Adams told the BBC. The loos packed up. They just filled up and were smelling more and more. There were no lights. It was OK for those with portholes, but elsewhere it was pitch black.

Some of the Britons will be staying on in the Seychelles at Costa Cruises expense, while others will join other passengers on flights to various European cities where they will get connections home.

British High Commissioner Matthew Forbes, who was among those meeting the ship, told the BBC: I think everyone is OK now and looking forward to having a little comfort for a few days.

One passenger told how she had existed on white bread and salami morning, noon and evening. Speaking to BBC News, she went on: Believe me, I dont want to see another salami for a long time.

She said passengers had been sunbathing on deck when suddenly there was terrible black smoke and passengers had got their lifejackets and assembled at their muster stations. The passenger said things were not very well organised to start with but later on, everything had been fine.

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Exhausted passengers cheered and clapped as liner docked Ship's 1,049 crew and guests had been at sea without power for three days 'I don't want to see salami again', says woman who was only fed the meat

By Arthur Martin

Last updated at 2:45 PM on 1st March 2012

The stricken Costa Allegra cruise ship finally reached the Seychelles' main port today, after three days at sea without power.

Exhausted passengers, who had been forced to stay out on deck since a fire knocked out the ship's power supply on Monday, half-heartedly cheered and clapped as the liner reached Victoria, on the island of Mah. As they stood on firm land, they looked angry and disorientated.

Tour operators waited with buses ready to take some of the guests, who have eaten only emergency rations and washed with bottled mineral water for the last 72 hours, to nearby hotels.

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Exhausted: Costa Allegra passengers stared out at land as they finally reached the Seychelles this morning

Exhausted: Pictures taken by passengers on board the Allegra show exhausted guests asleep on deck

Left luggage: Passengers from the Costa Allegra cruise ship look for their baggage after arriving at Victoria's harbour

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DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Not only is Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F - News)showing leadership in reducing the greenhouse gas emissions of its vehicles, but the company is also being recognized for its greenhouse gas leadership in manufacturing as well. Today, Ford received a Climate Leadership Award at the inaugural United States Environmental Protection Agency Climate Leadership Awards Ceremony and Conference. Ford was the only automobile manufacturer to receive an award.

Ford was recognized with a Goal-Setting Certificate for its publicly stated manufacturing greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal, which is part of the company's global manufacturing CO2 strategy. Ford had previously established vehicle CO2 goals based on its contribution to achieving 450 ppm atmospheric CO2 concentration. Applying this stabilization goal to its manufacturing operations helped the company develop its stated goal of 30 percent reduction per vehicle built between 2010 and 2025.

"Emissions reduction is a key element of Ford's approach to sustainability and we plan to build on our accomplishments moving forward," said Andy Hobbs, director, Environmental Quality Office. "This Climate Leadership Award is a symbol of the dedication our employees have made to become a leader in reducing manufacturing greenhouse gas emissions."

A leader in greenhouse gas reductions and reporting

Ford has been a leader in facilities-related greenhouse gas and energy-use reductions, and public reporting of greenhouse gas emissions:

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Ford plans to achieve its goal through a variety of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction technologies, including:

About Ford Motor CompanyFord Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 164,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.

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LA MESA In front of a packed crowd that included many La Mesa Downtown Village business owners, a school superintendent and a handful of village property owners, the City Council on Tuesday discussed itself as a property owner in the proposed Property-Based Business Improvement District for the village.

The issue of the citys involvement has many locals concerned. The city of La Mesa is one of the largest property owners in the village. If the proposal passes, the city would act as administrator of the district.

You as a legislative body have the final say, said Ed Henning, the citys hired PBID consultant.

Under the proposal, local property owners would make annual payments to the city to support maintenance and marketing of the village area.

La Mesa City Manager Dave Witt said that in fiscal 2012-13, the impact to the citys General Fund to pay the proposed assessment would be just over $60,000. The assessment could increase as much as 5 percent a year for the first five years of the tax.

The proposed district would be voted on by 133 property owners. It includes 182 parcels, mostly along La Mesa Boulevard and some surrounding blocks.

If approved by the majority of the owners, the initial tax would amount to a total of $378,100. The money would be used to keep sidewalks and streets clean with power washing; for landscape maintenance; and for village enhancement, promotion and marketing. The bulk of that amount, $100,000, would be for marketing.

Some opponents, such as business owners Deena While, Craig Maxwell and Bill Jaynes, wore large stickers that said: No PBID/Save Our Village.

Greg Houska, who owns property at Fourth Street and La Mesa Boulevard, said he would have to pass on the tax charges to his tenants, something he said he did not want to do.

The services you mentioned, I expect that from my city; I dont expect to pay more for that, Houska said. Whats going to help this city is the end of the recession.

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The second month of 2012 is almost over already. A few days ago it was blowing snow and we received quite a few inches. Now this morning the sun is shining bright and the mercury on our thermometer is almost 40 degrees.

I will probably take advantage of the weather and wash some coats while we do laundry. I like to hang the laundry outside to dry when it is nice like this.

Another job that needs to be done again is washing the windows. With the sun shining on the windows, I can really see the dirt. The rain and blowing snow tend to leave their mark on the windows. We will see how far we get, though, as Elizabeth has to go to her job today. She enjoys the little children she cares for during the week.

Yesterday we attended church services in our district. There were a lot of women and children missing due to sickness. The benches were still filled, though, with visitors from other church districts and communities. Some of my dads cousins were there, so it was nice to get to visit with them.

Daughter Susan would like to thank you for the encouraging comments on her column last week. A friend printed the comments from the website so she could read them. She is still taking Minnie on her daily rides.

Last week daughter Elizabeth and I accomplished a lot of sewing. I sewed sons Benjamin and Joseph each a new navy jacket and pants to wear to church. They were pretty excited yesterday morning to wear their new outfits.

I sewed the outfits on my old black-colored head Singer sewing machine. My mother had one just like it and it did not often need repair.

My other sewing machine is almost 10 years old. It usually works pretty well, but it has been giving me some problems this last while. I oiled it and cleaned it, but so far cannot figure out what the problem is. I probably will end up giving our friend Terry a call to take a look at it.

Elizabeth sews on her own sewing machine, which was a Christmas gift from her friend Timothy. I would like to trade mine in sometime for one like she has. Hers is a free-armed and those are very nice to do hemming and mending.

We also were sewing pillows. Elizabeth cuts out the pieces and sews the pieces together. Then I sew the ruffles on the edges and the front and back together. Elizabeth also sews the inside pillow and stuffs it with pillow stuffing.

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BRUSSELS, Feb 24 (Reuters) - The following are mergers under review by the European Commission and a brief guide to the EU merger process:

APPROVALS AND WITHDRAWALS

-- Chinese company TPV Technology Ltd to acquire Dutch electronics group Philips' television business (approved Feb. 24)

NEW LISTINGS

-- Italian foodservices provider Avenance, a subsidiary of French group Elior, to acquire of French peer Gemeaz Cusin (notified Feb. 22/deadline March 28)

-- Singapore Technologies Engineering to acquire a 50.1 percent stake in aircraft engine washing business EcoServices which is now solely owned by United Technologies Corp (notified Feb. 21/deadline March 27/simplified)

-- German commodities trader Cremer to acquire a 50 percent stake in German investment firm L Possehl (notified FEb. 17/deadline March 23/simplified)

EXTENSIONS AND OTHER CHANGES

None

FIRST-STAGE REVIEWS BY DEADLINE

FEB 29

-- Russian machine manufacturer OJSC Power Machines and Japanese electronic products company Toshiba Corp to set up a joint venture (notified Jan. 25/deadline Feb. 29/simplified)

- PetroFina, which is part of French oil major Total , to acquire a 35 percent stake in petrochemicals producer Fina Antwerp Olefins from U.S. oil company ExxonMobil , giving it full control of the company (notified Jan. 25/deadline Feb. 29/simplified)

MARCH 5

-- Japanese tractor maker Kubota to acquire Norwegian peer Kverneland (notified Jan. 30/deadline March 5/simplified)

MARCH 13

-- Miner Anglo American to acquire sole control of diamond firm De Beers (notified Feb. 7/deadline March 13/simplified)

MARCH 15

-- Private equity firm Cinven to acquire legal support services company George Topco (notified Feb. 9/deadline March 15)

MARCH 16

-- Japanese investment bank Nomura to acquire Dutch life and property insurer Delta Lloyd's life insurance and asset management businesses in Germany (notified Feb. 10/deadline March 16/simplified)

-- Commodities and animal feed producer Forfarmers to acquire sole control of Dutch peer Hendrix from Dutch animal and fish feed producer Nutreco Nederland B.V.(notified Feb. 10/deadline March 16)

-- Private equity firm Sun Capital to acquire chemicals company Elix (notified Feb. 10/deadline March 16/simplified)

-- British Airways owner IAG to acquire Lufthansa's British unit bmi (notified Feb. 10/deadline March 16)

-- Spanish builder Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas and Mitsui Renewable Energy, which is a subsidiary of Japanese conglomerate Mitsui, to acquire joint control of FCC Energia (notified Feb. 10/deadline March 16/simplified)

MARCH 19

-- Japanese trading house Mitsubishi Corp, Austrian consumer goods producer Tchibo (Austria) Holding GmbH, investment vehicle ML Participacoes, investment company Paraguacu Participacoes and investment vehicle Friele Brazil AS to acquire joint control of coffee producer Ipanema (notified Feb. 13/deadline March 19/simplified)

-- German oil trader Mabanaft Marquard & Bahls to acquire German bunker trader and supplier Bominflot (notified Feb. 13/deadline March 19)

MARCH 21

-- Luxembourg-based chemicals distributor Ravago and Dutch peer Barentz Europe to set up a joint venture (notified Feb. 15/deadline March 21)

-- French oil major Total and Russian gas producer Novatek to set up a joint venture (notified Feb. 15/deadline March 21/simplified)

-- Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co Ltd, Sanyo Special Steel Co Ltd and India's Mahindra Ugine Steel Co Ltd to set up a joint venture to be called Navyug Special Steel (notified Feb. 15/deadline March 21/simplified)

MARCH 22

-- The Carlyle Group, Axel Paeger and investment firm Quadriga Capital IV to acquire joint control of hospital operator AMEOS (notified Feb. 16/deadline March 22/simplified)

-- French building materials group Saint Gobain and Turkish glass manufacturer Trakya which is a subsidiary of Sisecam, to acquire joint control of TRSG Autoglass Holding, which will in turn acquire Russian glass importer Automotive Glass Alliance Rus ZAO (notified Feb. 16/deadline March 22/simplified)

MARCH 26

-- U.S. conglomerate United Technologies Corp to acquire U.S. aircraft components maker Goodrich (notified Feb. 20/deadline March 26)

APRIL 25

-- German sugar company Suedzucker to acquire a 25 percent stake in British commodities trading company ED&F Man (notified Sept. 19/deadline extended for the second time to April 25 from March 30)

APRIL 26

-- U.S. healthcare company Johnson & Johnson to acquire Swiss medical devices maker Synthes Inc (notified Sept. 27/deadline extended for the second time to April 26 from April 2 after the companies provided concessions)

JUNE 4

-- Compagnia Italiana di Navigazione to acquire Italian state-owned ferry group Tirrenia (notified Nov. 20/deadline extended to June 4 from Jan. 18 after the Commission opens an in-depth probe)

GUIDE TO EU MERGER PROCESS

DEADLINES:

The European Commission has 25 working days after a deal is filed for a first-stage review. It may extend that by 10 working days to 35 working days, to consider either a company's proposed remedies or an EU member state's request to handle the case.

Most mergers win approval but occasionally the Commission opens a detailed second-stage investigation for up to 90 additional working days, which it may extend to 105 working days.

SIMPLIFIED:

Under the simplified procedure, the Commission announces the clearance of uncontroversial first-stage mergers without giving any reason for its decision. Cases may be reclassified as non-simplified -- that is, ordinary first-stage reviews -- until they are approved.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Hamilton Jewelers receives ethical standings award

DATE POSTED: Thursday, February 16, 2012 7:05 PM EST

By Bradley Koltz

   You’ve no-doubt heard about some of the troubling practices surrounding some gem exports in various parts of the world.

   You can shop with confidence at locally owned Hamilton Jewelers. They recently became the first family owned jeweler to receive the Responsible Jewelry Council’s (RJC) certification for meeting “the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards as established by the RJC’s Member Certification System.”

   Hamilton Jewelers has served our community since 1912, and this certification recognizes their ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible practices. Find out more about RJC certification at http://www.responsiblejewellery.com and more about Hamilton Jewelers at http://www.hamiltonjewelers.com.

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   Mardi Gras is on Tuesday, February 21st and McCaffrey’s is offering their special Mardi Gras Menu of Prepared Foods, from February 17—21. You can check out the menu in the Seasonal Menu section of their website at http://www.mccaffreys.com.

   Sales & deals

   Mrs. G’s Presidents Day Sale runs until February 29th with special low prices on electronics as well as laundry and kitchen appliances. Rebates are also available. Mrs. G’s is located on Route 1 south, ½ mile south of I-95/295. Call 609-882-1444 for more information.

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   Farrington Music on Route 206 in Princeton has all musical instruments up to 50% off regular price.

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   T&T Pet Supply on Route 206 in Skillman will honor competitor coupons throughout February. Call 609-252-1400 for details.

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   Sticky Wicket, which is now open 7 days a week, is featuring all day 13 chicken entrees for only $6.95. They’re at 2465 South Broad Street on Independence Plaza in Hamilton. Call 609-439-0007 for more information, or just go and enjoy some great chicken dishes.

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   Mark Pratico’s Chamilia Event is going on now. They’re at 876 Whitehorse Avenue in Hamilton. Call 609-585-6363 and find out more.

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   President’s Day is Family Day at the State Theatre of New Jersey in New Brunswick. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of family friendly entertainment spread across five venues where families can enjoy food, live characters perform popular children’s shows and more. Details can be found at on the theatre’s website at http://www.statetheatrenj.org/familyday.

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   Create Yourself Salon & Spa in Allentown is offering a handful of February specials. They’re extending Valentine’s Day for the whole month of February with Valentine inspired flavored pedicures served with complimentary Shirley Temple and chocolate covered strawberries to finish off the pampered spa experience. Call 608-259-1050 or visit http://www.createyourselfsalon.net for more information.

   Spring clean-up & fix-up

   All this unseasonably (read wonderful) warm weather has me thinking Spring Clean up, which usually also includes fixing up what I break doing the clean up.

   Here are a few local businesses to consider:

   Allstate Carpet Cleaning, located in Englishtown, specializes in water damage, carpet and upholstery cleaning, marble restoration, and tile and grout cleaning. They’ve been in business since 2008 and they can be reached at 732-956-3900.

   Perfect Basement services all of New Jersey and they’ve been in business since 2004. They specialize in water proofing, mold remediation, and structural repair. Call them today for a free estimate at (888) 665-3259.

   Maintenance King, located in Kendall Park, has been in business since 1982. They’re family owned, fully insured, and they specialize in residential and commercial cleaning. They do floor and carpet cleaning, window cleaning, power washing, general cleaning, and they can be reached at (609) 987-1188.

   Ameri-Brite Cleaning LLC services the Middlesex and Mercer counties, for both commercial and residential projects. They offer an anti-allergen pre-spray and fiber rinse for people for allergies. Check them out online at http://www.ameri-brite.com or call them at 609-620-1010.

   Got a pair of shoes that are worn down or have a broken heal? Do not throw them away but bring them to Luigi’s Shoe Repair on 206 in Skillman. Call 609-924-0771 for more information.

   AB Carpet in Monroe Township has a wide variety of carpets, hardwood and other flooring options to refresh your home for spring. Check out their website for a $250 off $2,000 order coupon at http://www.abcarpetnj.com, or call 609-395-5588 for more information. They are located at 1600 Perrineville Road in Monroe Township.

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   If you’re looking to upgrade your appliances inside your home and looking to save a great deal of money, visit Better Living Discount Appliances in Jamesburg. From TV sets to refrigerators and stoves, Better Living has you covered. They are located at 77 East Railroad Avenue in Jamesburg. Give them a call today and let the savings begin. Call them at 732-521-1555 for more information.

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   In case our weather luck doesn’t hold out, you should know about East Coast Salt. They offer great pricing and do all the heavy work for you. They deliver for free to your home or business. Call them toll free at 1-888-273-1444 or visit them online at http://www.eastcoastsalt.com.

Welcome

   The Grand Opening of S&G Cleaning Services at Ilene Court (Building 8/Unit 3) in Hillsborough is scheduled for Tuesday, February 29 from 3 to 5 p.m. We hear Deputy Mayor Gloria McCauley will be on hand.

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   Rhythms of the Night is back in full swing. They’re located at 729 S. Main Street in Manville, and offer dining, entertainment and banquets. They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. to closing. Visit http://www.rhythmsofthenight.net or call 908-707-8757 for more information.

   Congratulations

   The following agents have completed Weidel Realtors’ masters’ Academy Program: Daniel Goldwyn, Nadia Kazakova, Leslie Lilienfeld and Dan Corcillo. The two week long, hands-on program covers a range of topics of the fundamentals of real estate, ranging from contract law to ethics and financing.

   Puzzling

   In conjunction with the exhibit Puzzles of the Brain: an Artist’s Journey through Amnesia, Morven Museum and Garden presents a conversation with puzzle writer Amy Goldstein. For reservations, which are required, and additional information call 609.924.8144 x106 or email info@morven.org.

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If you’re a local business doing something new, interesting, good for the community, or just want to let our readers know about a new product or service, please contact General Manager Brad Koltz at bkoltz@centraljersey.com.

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Linda Thomas, of Wainuiomata, commandeered her brother-in-law's truck for three trips to Christchurch once to deliver supplies and twice to help people move.

Linda Thomas wishes she had done more to help the people of Christchurch after the February earthquake, but she did more than most.

The 53-year-old, from Wainuiomata, who works at the Interislander ferry terminal in Wellington, gathered a truckload of supplies from her neighbourhood and drove south to deliver aid to the stricken city days after the killer shake.

"I was on my rostered days off, I had four of them in a row and I didn't really want to sit at home for four days watching everything on television," she said. "I wanted to do something."

She spent a day and a half knocking on doors in her neighbourhood, asking for donations and gathering a mountain of tinned food.

She collected water containers from her work, to be filled with water for washing, then she filled more containers with 1000 litres of Petone's artesian water.

She picked up 40 loaves of bread donated by Quality Bakers, 50 one-litre containers of long-life milk, and 1000 plastic bags from Waiwhetu Distributors.

When contacted by The Dominion Post this week, an emotional Ms Thomas said she wouldn't hesitate to do it all again.

"Now and again when I think back, it still brings a tear to my eye to see the people in the situation that they were in," she said.

"I don't like to see people in hardship. I don't like to see anyone suffering."

She remembered vividly the elderly Aranui residents she visited, who were struggling to cope without power, food or water. "When I saw the devastation down there, I just wished I had a bigger truck.

"They were shocked ... that the first person to come to help them was someone from Wellington and not from Christchurch.

"The most touching part was seeing the gratitude in people's eyes. It was just amazing. They were just so thankful that someone thought of them. I'll never forget it. It was a real eye-opener."

She thanked everyone who gave and helped her deliver aid. "My neighbours were really generous."

Civil Defence boss regrets shortcomings in services

Civil Defence director John Hamilton, who was given sweeping powers to manage the response to the earthquake, says he has been determined to implement lessons learned from the tragedy.

He was Civil Defence's national controller from February 23 till April 30, when the response was handed over to the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority.

The Wellington-based Mr Hamilton, 58, was educated in Christchurch and said he now felt a deeper emotional connection with the city.

"There was sort of an overwhelming sadness for the situation that the Christchurch residents found themselves in."

Mr Hamilton believes the initial response was successful overall, though he has frustrations in hindsight. "There are quite a large number of issues and lessons which we can draw from the experience. It is overwhelming. The scale of the thing is so big that it kind of overpowers you.

"I'm frustrated with our inability to plan and deliver some of the services that the community were crying out for. We were probably a bit short in having the community more deeply involved in the response operations."

Families' hopes a tug at the heart

For Jim Stuart-Black, the hardest part of leading the search and rescue effort after the quake was facing up to the families of those who lost their lives.

As the Fire Service's director of special operations, Mr Stuart-Black, who lives in Wellington, was based in Christchurch's Latimer Square and became the face of the Urban Search and Rescue effort as he led more than 300 team members from more than seven countries.

He stayed in Christchurch until his help was needed in Japan after its magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami on March 11. There he led a 52-strong team searching for survivors in coastal towns.

Mr Stuart-Black, 37, said he was proud of the work of his team in Christchurch, though facing up to the expectations of those hoping their loved ones would be found alive was a low point.

"I met with the families most days and I'm really pleased as an organisation we were able to ... but it was very, very tough. There is an expectation on all the families' faces and unfortunately so often we were dealing with bad news.

"We have all got families and many of us have children and it is hard not to put yourself in the shoes of the families."

Over the past year, the quake has never been far from his mind. "I still continue to do my job and my private life continues. I'm very fortunate in that sense, it's just one of those things that drifts in and out of your consciousness.

"When I'm in Christchurch for work or in a personal capacity, I'm very aware of what happened down there. It is seldom far from the forefront of your thinking."

The moment that has stuck with him most is the two-minute silence held on the one-week anniversary of the earthquake. "I was by the art gallery at the time and there was the karakia and the two-minute silence ... that was a powerful moment."

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