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2 days ago
US news

Gay model detained at airport & banned from the US: "It was the most painful day of my life" - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
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20 hours ago

This sexpert is calling out toxic tops & a dark room double standard - Queerty

Topping and bottoming in gay relationships face different societal judgments, with bottom shaming rooted in historical stigma and exacerbated by the AIDS crisis.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 hours ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
US news
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay model detained at airport & banned from the US: "It was the most painful day of my life" - LGBTQ Nation

Milo Miles was detained by U.S. Customs for eight hours and banned from the U.S. for 10 years due to his sexual orientation and profession.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
LGBT
fromQueerty
20 hours ago

This sexpert is calling out toxic tops & a dark room double standard - Queerty

Topping and bottoming in gay relationships face different societal judgments, with bottom shaming rooted in historical stigma and exacerbated by the AIDS crisis.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
#transgender-rights
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6 hours ago
SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

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2 days ago
Education

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago
NYC LGBT

Trump files "emergency" Supreme Court appeal to unblock his transphobic passport policy - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration seeks to block a court ruling allowing transgender and nonbinary individuals to change their passport sex markers.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Trump files "emergency" Supreme Court appeal to unblock his transphobic passport policy - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration seeks to block a court ruling allowing transgender and nonbinary individuals to change their passport sex markers.
Film
fromQueerty
3 hours ago

The wild world of virtual sex work: 6 essential queer cam stories - Queerty

Camming has become a significant form of sex work, especially among queer individuals seeking creative freedom or economic necessity.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 hour ago

Despite Safety Concerns, Travelers Still Want to Explore New Destinations in 2026

Travelers in 2026 perceive international travel as more dangerous and unpredictable, with health emergencies being the top concern.
#queer-cinema
London food
fromTime Out London
3 hours ago

London's East Asian LGBTQ+ film festival is back next month - and the line-up is award-winning

Queer East Festival 2026 showcases East and Southeast Asian LGBTQ+ cinema with UK premieres and diverse programming from May 1 to June 6.
Television
fromQueerty
1 week ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 hours ago

London's East Asian LGBTQ+ film festival is back next month - and the line-up is award-winning

Queer East Festival 2026 showcases East and Southeast Asian LGBTQ+ cinema with UK premieres and diverse programming from May 1 to June 6.
Television
fromQueerty
1 week ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
East Bay food
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
7 hours ago

Rikki's to Co-Host Taco-Eating Contest and 50th Anniversary of the Dykes on Bikes During Lesbian Visibility Week - San Francisco Bay Times

Lesbian Visibility Week 2026 will feature events at Rikki's in the Castro, including trivia, a taco contest, and a Dykes on Bikes celebration.
Relationships
fromQueerty
8 months ago

I found a charge from a gay bar on my husband's bank statement. Is it time to ask the question I've avoided? - Queerty

A woman suspects her husband may be gay or bisexual, raising concerns about their relationship and his authenticity.
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
23 hours ago

Did You Know You Can Book Hotels on Airbnb? All the Benefits, Explained

Airbnb has expanded to include hotels, experiences, and services, while facing restrictions in some cities due to overtourism.
fromAol
23 hours ago
NYC politics

Is NYC a sanctuary city? What Mullins could do to airport Customs here

U.S. airports may lose Customs and Border Patrol officers if located in sanctuary cities, impacting major travel hubs like NYC's LaGuardia and JFK.
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
Social justice

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
Education

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

Democrats defeat anti-trans legislation while the Olympics announce extreme anti-trans policy - LGBTQ Nation

Senate Democrats blocked amendments to the SAVE Act that aimed to restrict voting rights and ban gender-affirming care for trans youth.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

What's behind the worrying rise in anti-LGBTQ+ laws across Africa?

Anti-LGBTQ legislation is rising in Africa, with countries enacting severe laws against homosexuality and criminalizing LGBTQ+ identities.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Democrats defeat anti-trans legislation while the Olympics announce extreme anti-trans policy - LGBTQ Nation

Senate Democrats blocked amendments to the SAVE Act that aimed to restrict voting rights and ban gender-affirming care for trans youth.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
22 hours ago

Why Pride Events Matter: Making Ski Communities Stronger and More Inclusive - SnowBrains

Keystone Pride Festival promotes inclusivity and community for individuals of all identities, emphasizing safety and celebration of diversity on the mountain.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Disgraced gay Trump toady reportedly wants to be ambassador to a country that hates LGBTQ+ people - LGBTQ Nation

Ric Grenell is reportedly interested in becoming the next U.S. ambassador to Russia despite the country's anti-LGBTQ stance.
Television
fromQueerty
2 days ago

As the gay romance BL genre grows, these are the 11 hottest rising stars on the planet right now - Queerty

The rise of BL content offers positive representation for Asian queer experiences and introduces new stars to the audience.
US politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NYC's ICE office is arresting more immigrants, but deporting fewer

Federal immigration arrests in NYC tripled in early 2026 compared to 2025, but deportation rates and detention durations decreased.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

New York City's first Trans Art Fest showcases, connects and empowers trans artists * Brooklyn Paper

Carter Shocket stated, 'They kind of felt like they happened and then they were over, like it wasn't a long-lasting kind of project. It was just a flash-in-the-pan kind of thing.'
Brooklyn
Boston
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

After campus pushback, university pauses policy that removed professors' Pride flags - LGBTQ Nation

Boston University President Melissa Gilliam apologized for removing Pride flags and announced a pause on the policy behind their removal.
#kennedy-center
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay Trump toady Ric Grenell says Kennedy Center staffers should be jailed - LGBTQ Nation

The Kennedy Center was in disrepair, and Grenell believes those responsible should face legal consequences.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay journalist detained by security for booing Trump at Kennedy Center - LGBTQ Nation

A journalist was detained for booing President Trump at the Kennedy Center, raising concerns about security and optics.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay Trump toady Ric Grenell says Kennedy Center staffers should be jailed - LGBTQ Nation

The Kennedy Center was in disrepair, and Grenell believes those responsible should face legal consequences.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Gay journalist detained by security for booing Trump at Kennedy Center - LGBTQ Nation

A journalist was detained for booing President Trump at the Kennedy Center, raising concerns about security and optics.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
17 hours ago

20+ powerful historic images of queer & feminist resistance

A new collection of archival photographs captures the activism and community organizing in New York during the AIDS crisis and other social issues.
Fundraising
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

As gender-affirming care gets harder to access under Trump, trans people turn to GoFundMe

The cost of gender-affirming treatment is rising, leading many transgender individuals to use crowdfunding for financial support and access to care.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Rethinking Social Skills for Neurodivergent Kids

Neurodivergent kids seek connection through shared interests and authenticity, not traditional social norms.
Medicine
fromQueerty
1 week ago

How did bottoms prep back in the day? A brief history of douching - Queerty

A new douching alternative, the A-Ball, raised over $100,000 on Kickstarter, indicating significant interest in modern hygiene methods for sexual readiness.
fromNew Relic
1 week ago

New Relic Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2026 Corporate Equality Index

I am proud of the work that New Relic has done to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. This accomplishment underscores our commitment both in the U.S. and globally.
Social justice
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYPD expands hate crime reporting following Gothamist story citing expert concerns

"The disclosure of both sets of numbers will enhance transparency and provide a clearer picture of hate crimes in the city, addressing concerns about the previous reporting method."
NYC politics
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
#lgbtqia
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
4 hours ago

City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

The City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus has appointed Yanery Cruz as executive director to address the needs of New York City's queer community.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

NYC's most powerful transgender official is fighting intensifying anti-LGBTQ+ federal pressure

Taylor Brown leads NYC's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, addressing urgent attacks on transgender rights and dismantling long-standing inequalities.
LGBT
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 hours ago

Bay Area-based Philz Coffee to remove Pride flags, all other flags from its locations

Philz Coffee will no longer allow any flags, including Pride flags, in its stores, disappointing many customers.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 hour ago

Let the Boycott Begin!: Philz Coffee Locations Barred From Hanging Pride Flags

Philz Coffee is reconsidering store decor, including the removal of Pride flags, to create a more inclusive environment for all customers.
SF LGBT
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 hours ago

Bay Area-based Philz Coffee to remove Pride flags, all other flags from its locations

Philz Coffee will no longer allow any flags, including Pride flags, in its stores, disappointing many customers.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
1 hour ago

Let the Boycott Begin!: Philz Coffee Locations Barred From Hanging Pride Flags

Philz Coffee is reconsidering store decor, including the removal of Pride flags, to create a more inclusive environment for all customers.
#trans-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
LGBT

Lawmaker begs governor not to sign "degrading" trans driver's license ban - LGBTQ Nation

Mississippi State Sen. Rod Hickman opposes Senate Bill 2322, which targets trans rights, urging lawmakers to reject harmful legislation and serve the community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Lawmaker begs governor not to sign "degrading" trans driver's license ban - LGBTQ Nation

Mississippi State Sen. Rod Hickman opposes Senate Bill 2322, which targets trans rights, urging lawmakers to reject harmful legislation and serve the community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 week ago

My Slack notifications now come with sexual tension. Is this just gay culture at work? - Queerty

Explicit sexual conversations in the workplace can create discomfort and may cross professional boundaries.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trump administration rolls back settlements that protected trans rights in unprecedented move - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump administration has reversed agreements in settled gender-discrimination cases, impacting Title IX protections for trans students.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Want to support LGBTQ+ businesses? Here are some brands worth knowing - LGBTQ Nation

Instead of overwhelming shoppers with endless options, it focuses on brands with a clear point of view-most of them LGBTQ+ owned, others deeply aligned with the community through their values, partnerships, and impact. Some are small businesses built from the ground up. Others are growing brands challenging industries that haven't always made space for us.
Fashion & style
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
22 hours ago

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
23 hours ago

Heated Rivalry lookalikes' hot date, the next Baby Reindeer & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Rumors about Madonna's biopic revival are linked to Apple TV's comedy The Studio, which incorporates elements of the project into its storyline.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

He dropped his pants & I saw something I wasn't prepared for. Now I'm questioning everything. - Queerty

Discovering a partner's Prince Albert piercing can challenge personal comfort levels and affect intimacy.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar raises the bar for conversion therapy bans, potentially overturning laws in 27 states.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar raises the bar for conversion therapy bans, potentially overturning laws in 27 states.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
5 days ago

These LGBTQ+ books are being banned & people are making noise so it doesn't go unnoticed - Queerty

404 Day highlights the issue of Internet censorship in public libraries and schools, particularly affecting access to constitutionally protected websites.
fromLGBTQ Nation
22 hours ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Meet the people driving trans visibility in San Francisco

The International Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates trans contributions, with activists like Cal Calamia advocating for non-binary inclusion in sports.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

"I'm gonna hold your tip when I say this": A rancid Grindr take has the gays talking - Queerty

Grindr's entrenched culture includes persistent racism, with users openly expressing racial preferences in dating, reflecting ongoing issues within the queer community.
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Iowa can enforce previously blocked 'don't say gay' law, appeals court rules

This ruling is a setback, but it is not the end of this fight. Iowa's SF 496 is a cruel and unconstitutional law that silences LGBTQ+ children, erases their existence from classrooms, and forces educators to expose vulnerable students to potential harm at home. We will continue to use every legal tool available to protect these young people. They deserve nothing less.
LGBT
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

He allegedly shot up an LGBTQ+ nightclub. Now he's facing the music. - LGBTQ Nation

Timothy James Truett was arrested for allegedly shooting at an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Myrtle Beach, facing multiple charges including hate intimidation.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Deeply distressing for all of us': families react to Girlguiding's trans exclusion

Girlguiding's new policy excludes transgender girls, causing distress for families and sparking protests among volunteers.
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why LGBTQ+ Youth Are More Likely to Be Trafficked

LGBTQ+ youth face at least twice the trafficking risk of heterosexual peers, with nearly 50 percent of commercially sexually exploited youth identifying as LGBTQ+, driven by family rejection, homelessness, and discrimination.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Gay man fights husband's "dehumanizing" & "barbaric" detention by ICE - LGBTQ Nation

A New York same-sex couple faced arbitrary and dehumanizing ICE detention during green card processing, revealing a deliberately cruel immigration system designed to be impenetrable and insular at every step.
Artificial intelligence
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Can queer and trans folks trust AI?

Nonbinary, transgender, multiracial, and disabled individuals report more negative attitudes toward AI, with nonbinary people especially opposed because AI enforces categorizations.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The workplace just got even less friendly for LGBTQ+ workers

The EEOC rescinded its 2024 workplace-harassment guidance, removing updated protections and examples—potentially weakening enforcement and disproportionately affecting LGBTQ+ workers.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Same-sex couples thrive in U.S. even as GOP support for marriage equality falls

The number of same-sex couples in the U.S. has doubled in two decades, despite renewed political opposition to marriage equality.
LGBT
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Teaching LGBTQ History is Required in California but Many Teachers Still Hesitate

LGBTQ history is legally mandated in California education, highlighting its importance despite pushback from some parents and students.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Cities in Texas and Florida install new rainbow walkways as Republicans crack down on Pride crosswalks

"In 2026, there's certain individuals, certain people of our community that still feel unwelcome and unsafe. This strip represents a place where people can come from the LGBTQ community and our allies and come and celebrate, build community."
LGBT
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

After US Tennis kicked trans women out, these women came together to create an inclusive club - LGBTQ Nation

A trans-inclusive tennis league was created in Las Vegas after the U.S. Tennis Association banned trans women from women's events.
LGBT
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

'Being gay feels like a liability again': More LGBTQ+ workers are staying in the closet

Despite corporate pride initiatives, LGBTQ+ employees are increasingly hiding their identities at work, with nearly half now less open about their identity than a year ago.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'LGBTQ+ museum lets community tell their stories'

Queer Britain preserves and showcases UK LGBTQ+ history, honoring trailblazers, memorializing HIV/AIDS victims, and celebrating diverse community cultures.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 months ago

A hotel kicked a lesbian out of a women's restroom for being "a man." Now it's changing its story. - LGBTQ Nation

A hotel suspended a guard who wrongly removed a lesbian couple from a women's restroom, retrained staff on inclusion, and donated to an LGBTQ+ organization.
LGBT
fromPUNCH
2 months ago

Could Sports Revive the Lesbian Bar Scene?

Lesbian bars rebounded from a steep decline through queer-coded spaces, women's-sports bars, community events, and pop-up strategies that proved local demand.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

"A travesty": Gay immigrant held by ICE despite seeking asylum to escape homophobic violence - LGBTQ Nation

ICE detained a Honduran asylum seeker at his final residency hearing despite a prior credible-fear determination that he would be killed for being gay.
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