John Lloyd, Bea talk about upcoming movie

Bankable love team John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo are set to conquer the silver screen once again two years after their last movie together.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Wednesday, Cruz said he is looking forward to shooting his reunion movie with Alonzo because both of them have already grown up as actors.

“Sobrang excited ako kung paano magiging batuhan namin ni Bea sa mga eksena kasi iba na si Bea ngayon, iba na rin ako,” said Cruz.

Alonzo, on the other hand, seems surprised that she and Cruz have been an on-screen couple for 10 years already.

“Ten years na pala kami no? I'm so excited [and] at the same time challenged. With John Lloyd, you always need to be on your toes,” she said.

Alonzo added, “It’s always refreshing to work with John Lloyd.”

Meanwhile, both stars hinted on what their new film will be like.

“Kumbaga, ibang-iba ang mga characters namin dito, malalim at medyo sensitive. Masasabi ng ibang tao, kontrobersyal ito,” said Cruz.

“Tinatalakay nito ang infidelity kaya talagang pag-uusapan ito ng mga tao,” Alonzo added.

The movie, titled "The Mistress," will be under the direction of Olivia M. Lamasan.

Aside from their upcoming movie, Cruz and Alonzo are also excited to share to their fans their upcoming television series.

“Nasa planning stage na kami, then in a few weeks, pupunta kami ng Vienna, Austria para i-shoot ‘yung pilot week namin,” said Alonzo.

The two celebrities will also be part of a star-studded movie in celebration of Star Magic’s 20th anniversary.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/12/john-lloyd-bea-talk-about-upcoming-movie

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Kim Jones opens up on boyfriend Echo

Months since their first public appearance as a couple, Australian television host Kim Jones opened up on her relationship with actor Jericho Rosales.

It was only in February when Rosales confirmed he was in a relationship with Jones, but the lifestyle show host said they had become an official couple as early as October last year.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Jones recounted how they first met through a mutual friend, revealing that it wasn’t necessarily love at first sight.

“We met in March of last year. We have a mutual friend, and she mentioned to us that we should meet. I didn’t know who he was at the time.

"We met, it was just a nice dinner [with friends]. I don’t know if he had trouble understanding my accent, but we didn’t see each other [until] two months after,” she said.

Jones shared that Rosales eventually won him over through their shared passion for sports and his sense of humor.

“I love sports, so he taught me how to surf, and now I’ve fallen in love with surfing. So we spend a lot of time at the beach. I’m an Aussie, so it’s always relaxing for me [to be] at the beach.”

“He has a very big heart, a very giving heart. He’s hilarious, he never fails to make me laugh. Super mabait siya,” she added.

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At the time, Jones said she didn't know Rosales was a television and film actor, but added that she has managed to adjust well to his popularity because of his fans’ support for their relationship.

“I didn’t know at the time [that he was a popular actor]. When people started asking him for photos, I was like, ‘Who is this guy?’ I like that his fans have been very supportive, they’re always showing a lot of love, a lot of support, so that helps of course, so I have them to thank,” she said.

As she slowly wins over fans of her own, is Jones ready to go showbiz full-time?

“It’s been a popular question, but for now I want to master my craft – hosting, things like that. I’m studying Tagalog, but if any opportunity arises down the track, I would be open for it,” she said.

Currently, Jones is preparing for a special participation in the upcoming concert of Gary Valenciano, “On Higher Ground.”

“It’s a surprise, it’s just one song, [but no] I’m not singing in the concert. I don’t want to say too much, but it’s been fun being a part of, so happy I got to be a part of it. You just have to watch it!”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/12/kim-jones-opens-boyfriend-echo

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Sitti happy to perform for Sergio Mendes, PNoy

Bossa nova singer Sitti Navarro recounted the thrill of performing as the front act for the concert of Brazilian jazz legend Sergio Mendes.

Navarro’s stage nerves left her oblivious to the presence of another notable personality at the venue.

The concert, which was held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday, was attended by President Benigno Aquino III. Aquino was with his sisters, a number of his Cabinet members, and his rumored girlfriend, television and radio personality Grace Lee.

“I wasn’t aware that the president was here. I didn’t know. Ang alam ko lang nanginginig ako the whole time I was singing because I was fronting for Sir Sergio Mendes,” Navarro told ABS-CBN News moments after the show.

Nevertheless, Navarro said she is happy to have performed for both Mendes and Aquino and hoped that they liked her performance.

“I didn’t know. But wow, sana nagustuhan nila,” she said.

During the concert’s front act, Navarro sung a bossa nova rendition of “Limang Dipang Tao,” among others.

Her latest album is “Sitti (Sessions),” which was released last year.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/12/sitti-happy-perform-mendes-pnoy

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Sarah gears up for birthday concert, new album

Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo is busy preparing for her birthday concert at the Araneta Coliseum on July 7.

ABS-CBN News caught up with Geronimo during the pictorial for the said concert.

“Wala pa pong final na lineup ng guests pero inaayos na po ang lineup ng songs,” she said.

Geronimo, 23, hopes that many people will come and see her perform at the Big Dome once again.

“Sana po abangan niyo ang aking birthday concert. Mag-24 years old na po ako on July 7 at the Araneta Coliseum,” she said.

Meanwhile, Geronimo said that aside from her concert, she also has a new album coming up.

“Tonight po nag-pictorial kami para sa album ko rin, sa next album na gagawin ko to be released soon,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/12/sarah-gears-birthday-concert-new-album

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Eviction looms for 4 teens on 'PBB'

Four teen housemates are at the viewing public's mercy as they face possible eviction – the first in this edition – from the Big Brother house.

Two weeks since opening his doors for "Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4," Kuya is set to evict one among Claire, Kit, Mariz and Vince on Saturday following the edition's first nomination night.

Claire, who hails from Makati, was nominated by her housemates for supposedly being over-emotional and attention-seeking.

Another female housemate, Mariz, was nominated because of being distant from her fellow housemates.

Vince, who allegedly doesn’t help with household chores, is also facing possible eviction, as well as Kit, who received the most number of votes, for being insensitive and offensive with his words towards his housemates.

With the first eviction night looming, the four teen housemates will pack their belongings to prepare for a possible exit on Saturday night.

Meanwhile, fans of Claire, Kit, Mariz and Vince can continue voting for them through SMS or online voting.

“Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4” airs weekdays after “Dahil sa Pag-Ibig” on ABS-CBN’s primetime block.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/eviction-looms-4-teens-pbb

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Kristel happy to join Kathryn, Julia on primetime TV

Young actress Kristel Fulgar cannot help but feel honored to be a part of “Dahil Sa Pag-ibig,” one of ABS-CBN’s primetime shows.

Fulgar plays the role of the stepdaughter of veteran actor Christopher de Leon in the series. Although she always gets nervous whenever she has scenes with de Leon, the young actress said this pushes her to do better.

“Kinabahan po ako lalo na po ‘yung sampalan scene namin ni Mr. Christopher de Leon. Kahit po masakit, wala na po akong pakialam noon, basta po magawa ko nang maganda,” she said.

At age nine, Fulgar joined show business through kiddie show “Goin’ Bulilit.” “Mara Clara” stars Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are among her batchmates in the said show.

Fulgar is glad that just like Bernardo and Montes who have their respective shows, she is also part of a series that airs during ABS-CBN’s primetime block.

Bernardo currently stars “Princess and I,” while Montes is the leading lady in “Walang Hanggan.”

“Natutuwa nga po ako ngayon kasi una po ‘Princess and I,’ ‘Walang Hanggan’ tapos sunod ang ‘Dahil sa Pag-ibig.’ Tapos bigla na lang po akong sumulpot so parang naging kasabayan ko na rin sila,” she said.

Although she only plays a supporting role, Fulgar said it delights her when people get carried away by her character, a sign that her acting is effective.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/kristel-happy-join-kathryn-julia-primetime-tv

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Emmanuelle releases debut album

After trying her luck in acting, Emmanuelle Vera is back to doing what she considers her first love: music.

Vera finally fulfilled her dream with the release of her self-titled album under Universal Records.

“It’s actually medyo mellow. It’s young, carefree and happy. It has seven tracks, six po ay original, at isang cover. This really aims po sa mga teenager pero I think everyone can relate to it, [both the] older generation and the younger ones,” she told ABS-CBNnews.com on Tuesday.

Vera said it took her four years before she was able to release her debut album.

“Marami pong changes ang nangyari sa album. From the time I went inside, they had a look for me – a peg – tapos biglang nag-change. Siguro mga four or five times nag-change ‘yon. Tapos nag-change din po ‘yung mga songs sa album, tapos gumawa kami ng test album, ‘yung mga cover lang po at walang pangalan ko. After that, nag-acting ako, I did two or three shows. So medyo natagalan po talaga siya at school ko is another factor,” the 17-year-old singer said.

Vera is best known for her role in defunct musical series “Idol” with Coco Martin and Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo in 2010

After doing “Idol,” she became part of teen show “Shoutout!” Her last TV series was “100 Days to Heaven.”

Although she misses acting, Vera said she will now concentrate on her singing career.

“Well actually there has been a few offers I turned down because of school. Minsan hindi na rin ako makatulog sa dami ng schoolwork pero siguro in the future, maybe I will do a couple of acting projects… Sometimes nami-miss ko ang acting [pero sa ngayon singing muna],” she said.

Included in Vera’s “Emmanuelle” album are songs titled “Dear Diary,” “Tonight,” “Manong Guard” with Yeng Constantino,” “Sandali Lang,” “Sarap Mabuhay,” “God Gave Me You” and “Happy,” which is the album’s carrier single.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/emmanuelle-releases-debut-album

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Nancy evades questions about Hayden

Former actress Nancy Castiglione remains evasive over rumors that she is the third party behind the breakup of Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Tuesday, Castiglione said she does not want to talk about the issue anymore.

“Let's not go there naman... My life stayed the same, I went to work at 9 to 5 being a broker, I went home being a mother, so nothing really changed. I don’t know with anyone else but I didn’t pay any attention,” she said.

An alleged photo of Castiglione and Kho together at The Fort in Taguig City has gone viral online. The former actress claimed that she never saw the said photo, adding that she only goes to The Fort to meet clients.

“No, I don’t know because I haven't seen the photo, but I don’t remember going to The Fort except with clients for cocktails,” she said.

It would be recalled that Castiglione’s name got dragged into the controversial breakup when Belo tweeted that Kho can now openly date the former actress.

While she is being plagued by controversy, Castiglione said her main priority is to be a good mother to her twins

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/nancy-evades-questions-about-hayden

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Zsa Zsa happy over 'national artist' campaign for Dolphy

Singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla is elated people are now rooting for her long-time partner, King of Comedy Dolphy to be named as a National Artist.

In her official Twitter account, Padilla admitted that she has always wanted Dolphy to be given the highest recognition for a Filipino artist.

"@mybabyneo01 thanks. I hope so, too. This has been our family's wish for him, too for many years now. But grateful he is still with us," Padilla tweeted.

Padilla also extended her appreciation to all the people who are campaigning for the veteran comedian to be named National Artist.

"Thank you, friends, for all your wonderful tweets about Dolphy. #DolphyForNationalArtist," she tweeted.

The debate over who deserves to be named National Artist was reignited after a lawmaker filed a bill pushing for superstar Nora Aunor to become a National Artist.

Others soon voiced their opinion that Dolphy and Aunor's rival, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos also deserve the recognition.

In an earlier interview, Santos said Dolphy should be hailed as National Artist, even before her and Aunor are considered for the honor.

For her part, Aunor said she was surprised to learn about the campaign to make her a National Artist. She said it would be an honor for her to be named National Artist.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/zsa-zsa-happy-over-national-artist-campaign-dolphy

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Venus Raj shares love story

Beauty queen-turned-host Venus Raj finally shared her and Andrei Felix' love story.

In an interview on “Kris TV” on Tuesday, Raj said that her romantic relationship with “Umagang Kay Ganda” co-host Felix started from a good friendship.

"Well, kami talaga nagsimula kaming magkaibigan, barkada kasama ang iba naming co-hosts. As in walang malisya, as in super friends na kapag nakakakita kami ng potential na babae na pwede nilang ligawan.... ako pa mismo ang nagsasabi na 'parang pwede,'" Raj said.

Raj said that after going out together for the morning show's segment, their friendship slowly turned into romance.

"Since magkaibigan kami at most of the time kami ‘yung nasa location, kami ang lumalabas. Kapag example may awarding, kami ang pumupunta para tumanggap ng award. Nagkataon ganoon, parang na-develop na lang siya, hanggang sa namamalayan ko nanliligaw na pala. Hanggang sa dumating sa point na parang nanliligaw na ito. Nagpapadala ng flowers sa bahay, may ganoon na, at nagpapadala ng lechon sa bahay," Raj said.

Raj said that Felix waited for a quite long time to court her since she came from a traumatic relationship.

"Matagal pa po, mahabang mahabang proseso. Well galing ako sa isang relationship na medyo na-trauma rin ako, ayaw ko munang mag-boyfriend muna. Sabi ko talagang I was praying na ayaw kong i-force ang sarili ko na maghanap ng boyfriend or magpa-impress sa kung sinumang lalaki. Kung may ibibigay sa akin si Lord na tao para sa akin, ‘yun na siguro ang magiging boyfriend ko at magiging asawa ko kung magkataon man. Ganoon ako kaseryoso sa isang relationship," Raj said.

As she celebrates her fourth month together with Felix, the beauty queen admitted that she now sees herself spending the rest of her life with her “Umagang Kay Ganda” co-host.

"Yes. First of all, he is God-fearing at dati pa naman ‘yun ang pinagpi-pray ko na I want to be with someone na alam ko ay malapit sa Diyos dahil kasi kung hindi ay hindi magiging maganda ‘yung relationship niyo at siya ang makakasama mo. Super family-oriented siya, nakilala ko na ang family niya at makikita mo kung gaano ka-importante sa kanya ang family niya at gaano siya ka-importante sa family niya," she said.

But Raj was quick to add that she is not yet ready to walk down the aisle anytime soon.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/venus-raj-shares-love-story

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Dondon wants to marry Valerie Concepcion

Actress-host Valerie Concepcion admitted her boyfriend basketball player Dondon Hontiveros had already proposed marriage but said she is not yet ready to get hitched.

In an interview with morning show "KrisTV," which aired on Monday, Concepcion said Hontiveros, who plays for Petron at the Philippine Basketball Association, popped the question during their recent "cool-off" period.

"Bago kami nagkabalikan, 'yun ang kinukulit niya sa akin, 'yung kasal. Kaso ako naman 'yung natupe. Hindi pa ako ready. Hindi ko alam kung sinabi niya to win me back o gusto na niya, hindi ko pa alam," Concepcion said.

"Pero sinabi ko sa kanya na hindi pa ako ready. Kung magbabalikan tayo, tignan natin kung mapupunta doon. Pero sa ngayon hindi pa," Concepcion added.

The actress admitted that it was she who called for a "time-out" from their relationship, which lasted for three months, from November 2011 to February this year.

Concepcion said this was because she needed some space.

It was in October last year that Hontiveros and Concepcion went public with their relationship when they attended the fifth Star Magic Ball.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/12/dondon-wants-marry-valerie-concepcion

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Karylle defends Vice Ganda

Singer Karylle defended "It's Showtime" co-host Vice Ganda on rumors that the comedian is hard to get along with.

In a press launch for the music video of her single “I’ve Found My Smile Again” from her album “Roadtrip,” Karylle said the public should consider that Vice Ganda went through a difficult time with the passing of his grandmother early this year.

“Hindi siya mahirap kasama... One of the things with being a comedian, nakikita ko that they always have to be happy and may mga pinagdaanan din naman siya,” she said.

“Alam ko kahit na nakita siya doon sa wake, hindi niya fully na-express ang grief niya. Once in a while kapag nakakakita siya ng lola sa show, naiiyak talaga siya. I understand that kasi I'm also close to my lola, but not like him na lumaki sa lola niya.

"Feeling ko minsan ‘yung stress from that na hindi nailabas, pero aside from that, masarap siyang kasama talaga. May mga kanya-kanya naman kaming pinagdadaanan and we’re always there for each other. Noong may pinagdaanan din ako, I know that they were really there for me and they made it known. So, same way now na may pinagdadaanan siya or parang gina-judge siya ng mga tao. Gusto kong sabihin na masarap siyang katrabaho and nararamdaman ko talaga ‘yung pagmamahal niya in the sense na ‘yung suporta niya all out.”

Asked to react on the issue that Vidanes allegedly resigned from directing "It's Showtime" following a "tiff" with Ganda and other co-hosts, Karylle replied: "Actually, wala namang naganap na ganoon. But of course, kapag hindi kasi masyadong sinasagot ang intriga, nagiging mas magulo siya. Kasi hindi naman ako directly involved. Although family ko sila, mahirap ding magsalita kasi hindi ko rin alam kung ano ang sasabihin ko.

"Alam mo, one of the things na palagi kong binabalikan na when we move to the new studio, may pangako kami sa isa't isa na walang iwanan sa isa't isa, so ‘yun talaga."

Karylle then assured that Vidanes is still the director of "It's Showtime."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/12/karylle-defends-vice-ganda

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Abunda wants to produce Jessica's PH concert

Television host Boy Abunda wants to produce the Philippine concert of Filipino-Mexican singer Jessica Sanchez.

On Sunday, Abunda said on "The Buzz" that he's really proud of Sanchez, who is now part of the Top 6 of the latest season of the hit US talent search "American Idol."

"Hindi pa ito alam ni Kris (Aquino) pero sana ay mabigyan po kami ng pagkakataon na mai-produce ang concert ni Jessica Sanchez dito sa Pilipinas," Abunda said.

"She's really brilliant. Alam niyo po mga kaibigan I've seen so many contests but Jessica Sanchez is one of the best singers na aking narinig sa buong buhay ko. Ang galing," he added.

Abunda also asked the Filipinos to continue supporting Sanchez and to vote for her to become the first Pinoy "American Idol" winner.

"Iboto po natin si Jessica Sanchez sa 'American Idol.' Huwag po tayong papayag na hindi manalo ang batang ito because I think she is one of the best singers in the world," he said.

"So hinihikayat natin ang ating mga kababayan sa Amerika at territories sa States, cast your votes for Jessica Sanchez," Abunda said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/12/abunda-wants-produce-jessicas-ph-concert

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Toni denies break-up with Paul Soriano

Television host Toni Gonzaga shrugged off reports claiming that she and her boyfriend Paul Soriano have decided to part ways.

Last Sunday after Vic Sotto’s “The Buzz” guesting, the comedian asked Gonzaga if it is true that she and Soriano are now separated.

“Niloloko nga ako ni Bossing. Nagkita kami dito, sabi niya ‘Break na daw kayo.’ Sabi ko chismis, hindi joke lang ‘yon,” Gonzaga told “Showbiz News Ngayon.”

Reports say Gonzaga and Soriano cannot spend time together because of the former’s hectic work schedule.

“Eh baka siguro dahil hindi na nagkikita but hindi naman siguro magiging dahilan iyon. What’s important is your faith and your love for each other. ‘Yon naman siguro ang pinakamalaking pundasyon na panghahawakan ng isang relasyon. Hindi naman dahil sa hindi na kayo nagkikita. Hindi po totoo ‘yon,” she said.

Gonzaga emphasized that all is well in their relationship.

“Pag may time talaga, nagba-bond. Actually hindi lang naman bonding na kaming 2 lang. Bonding with the family,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/11/toni-denies-break-paul-soriano

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Gretchen Barretto 'afraid' of Vice Ganda

Socialite actress Gretchen Barretto admitted that she used to be intimidated by comedian-host Vice Ganda.

But that changed on Sunday when Barretto agreed to guest on “Gandang Gabi Vice.”

“Tonight I didn’t only learn new words from you but I learned to also …now I know parang I should face my fear. You are my fear. Now at least nakilala na kita and it’s so much fun,” Barretto said.

“I'm glad na pumunta ako dito parang I'm getting to know you more,” she added.

She also praised Vice Ganda, calling the comedian a “beautiful” person.

“Kasi ang tao naman hindi tinitignan sa panlabas na anyo, dapat hindi ba (ang titignan) ay ‘yung pangkalahataan, everything. And for me napapatawa mo ang maraming tao and that makes you beautiful,” Barretto told Vice Ganda.

For his part, Vice Ganda said that it was an honor for him to have Barretto as his guest.

“Ako talaga I’m so happy that you are here face-to-face with me... you know this is a dream come true,” he said. “Maraming salamat at natuwa ako. Gusto kong nakakausap ng ganito talaga ‘yung ang layo layo sa pagkatao ko.”

Barretto is currently busy working on ABS-CBN’s newest hit series “Princess and I” with Kathryn Bernardo.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/12/gretchen-barretto-afraid-vice-ganda

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Teen icon Kim Chiu in US for Star Magic Tour

Kim Chiu, who is part of the Star Magic 18 World Tour, arrived in Los Angeles a few days early to do a special project, and to visit award-winning Filipino designer Oliver Tolentino.

Chiu can’t release the details of the project that took place in Hollywood or her meeting with Tolentino, but she’s excited for these new firsts in her rising career.

Both Chiu and Tolentino are fresh from recently winning awards.

Tolentino was named “Designer of the Week” at the Palm Springs Fashion Week last month.

Chiu was recently voted by fans as Best Actress and Best Female Icon at the first ever Kabarkada Choice Awards hosted by Studio 23.

“Syempre super happy, overwhelming, flattering, thankful sa mga fans for voting [for] me, supporting me,” she said.

“It was fun because at the same time she won, our big fashion show happened, and we were sharing and talking about my show and the movie,” added the Hollywood designer.

The Star Magic Tour started in Los Angeles on April 15, and went to San Jose on April 16.

The show then goes to New York on April 23.

During the one-week break, Chiu celebrated her 21st birthday on April 19.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/11/teen-icon-kim-chiu-us-star-magic-tour

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