Non-commercial, educational, and community-led. KCSB News is dedicated to covering underreported stories of local, national, and international importance. Our team of student and community journalists here in Santa Barbara County produces content encompassing a variety of topics, ranging from politics and public health to environmental affairs and the arts. You can listen to our newscasts on-air Monday and Thursday at 5:00 pm and new episodes of Inside Isla Vista on Wednesday at 5:00 pm, all ...
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Professor Alison Brysk on Human Rights Implications of New Trump Administration (Abridged Ver.)
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KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews Professor Alison Brysk about the broader implications with Trump's reelection, particularly how political campaigns can both promote and undermine human rights here in the US and the international community.Oleh KCSB News
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Professor Giuliana Perrone on Universities Under New Trump Administration (Abridged Ver.)
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What can the results of the 2024 election tell us about America, the future of democracy, and the potential of withholding of academic funding? KCSB's Ashley Lewis speaks with professor of history Giuliana Perrone to find out.Oleh KCSB News
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Professor Alison Brysk on Human Rights Implications of New Trump Administration (Full-Length Ver.)
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KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews Professor Alison Brysk about the broader implications with Trump's reelection, particularly how political campaigns can both promote and undermine human rights here in the US and the international community.Oleh KCSB News
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U.S. House Bill Could Punish Non-Profits for “Supporting Terrorists"
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The US House of Representatives recently failed to pass a bill that could have removed the tax-exempt status of “terrorist supporting organizations,” an unclear designation that could be arbitrarily used. The bill, HR 9495, was condemned by many groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to the ACLU’s senio…
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CACI International Held Culpable for Abu Ghraib Prison Torture
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A federal jury found CACI International Inc. responsible for the torture of detainees at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, ordering the company to pay $42 million. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.Oleh KCSB News
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New Parking Enforcement in Isla Vista
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New Parking On November 12th, the IVCSD adopted a new parking plan designed to improve the parking conditions of Isla Vista. Here's KCSB's Sofia Aliamus with a breakdown of the upcoming action plan.Oleh KCSB News
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Deaf Male Mosquitoes Don’t Mate – That Could Change How We Control Disease Transmission
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Researchers led by UCSB professor Craig Montell found that deaf male mosquitoes do not mate. I talked to Drs. Craig Montell and Dhananjay Thakur to learn more about their study and its implications for controlling the spread of disease.Oleh KCSB News
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Post Election Results With Campus Democrat Member Juliet Becker
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As the dust settles on a high-stakes 2024 election, student political organizations across campuses are regrouping, reflecting, and preparing for the road ahead. KCSB's Tessa Niu speaks with Juliet Becker, an active member of Campus Democrats, who shares how her organization is responding to the election’s outcome.…
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Post Election Results With Campus Democrat Member Micah Littlepage
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The 2024 election season has been one of high stakes and rising emotions. As the dust settles in, student political organizations across campus are reflecting and mobilizing for the political future ahead. Micah Littlepage, the president of Campus Democrats, shares how his organization is responding to the election’s outcome and what their focus wi…
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Deadline for Israel to Improve Humanitarian Conditions in Gaza Expires
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The US has failed to follow up on their Nov 12th deadline for Israel to improve humanitarian conditions or risk losing US military aid. That deadline has passed and the US has not taken any action announcing they will not limit aid to Israel. They also claimed that conditions in Palestine, despite contrary evidence, are improving. KCSB’s Saloni Sin…
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Environmental Groups Request Environmental Impact Statement for SpaceX Launches at Vandenberg
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Until this year, SpaceX has averaged about 6 launches annually from Vandenberg Space Force Base. SpaceX negotiated an increase to 36 in 2024, but now they want to make it 50 this year and 100 next year. Environmental groups are saying: Not so fast! Let’s see an Environmental Impact Statement. KCSB's Ray Briare brings us the story: the newest branch…
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The Erosion of Democracy: Research Links Climate Disasters to the Rise of Authoritarianism
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KCSB’s Paris Huynh discusses research and explores the link between climate change and the rise of authoritarian regimes.Oleh KCSB News
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The People's Program: The Hongana Manyawa Are At Risk Of Being Wiped Out
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The Hongana Manyawa people, a nomadic indigenous group in Indonesia, are at risk of being wiped out. The culprits are Nickel mining companies, looking to provide the raw material for the production of electric car batteries. Rosie Bultman speaks with Callum Russel, a researcher with Survival International to learn more about the struggle of the Hon…
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Inside IV: Managing Post-Election Stress
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It’s been an emotional month for a lot of people, including students and Isla Vista residents. With the recent national election, it’s easy to feel the lingering effects of stress and anxiety. According to the Los Angeles Times, more than 73% of Americans say that they feel stressed about the election, and that 65% of us feel exhausted when thinkin…
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The New York Times Tech Guild Goes on Strike
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The New York Times Tech Guild ended their week-long strike, during which they were encouraging their audience to avoid playing New York Times games to support. Alice Dehghanzadeh at KCSB News has more.Oleh KCSB News
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AS Senator Alexa Butler Discusses the Black Empowerment Task Force
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KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews AS Senator Alexa Butler on the goals and structure of the Temporary Committee to Establish the Black Empowerment Task Force.Oleh KCSB News
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Short Bursts of Exercise Boots Cognitive Function
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Recent studies at the University of Santa Barbara show that bursts of exercise, such as the HIIT method, actually boosts cognitive function. Their study shows that short, vigorous activities improve memory, attention, and executive function, particularly when tested after exercise. KCSB's Alice Dehghanzadeh interviews the senior and first authors o…
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Isla Vista Trading Post’s “Three for Free” Event Promotes Sustainable and Accessible Fashion in the UCSB Community
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Students at UCSB took a step towards more sustainable fashion by participating in the IVTP’s “Three for Free” event. The campaign, aimed at reducing clothing waste and making fashion more accessible, marked the first of several planned events this year where students can refresh their wardrobes in eco-friendly ways.…
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City of Goleta to Receive Urban Forestry Grant Funding from GreenLatinos
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The city of Goleta has been selected to receive funding through the Inflation Reduction Act's Urban and Community Forestry funding. The funding is coming through GreenLatinos, the largest Latine climate network in the US, and a pass-through partner for the program. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Joe Toolan and George Thomson about the GreenLatinos…
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Why Californians Rejected Prop 6 and Prop 33
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Prop 33 would have expanded rent control in California, and proposition 6 would have banned involuntary servitude in the State’s prisons. Voters rejected both. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with two experts from The Public Policy Institute of California, Dean Bonner and Heather Harris, to learn more about why.…
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EPA’s Clean Ports Program Targets Air Pollution and Public Health
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Biden-Harris Administration has designated nearly $3 billion in funding for 55 ports across 27 states as part of the EPA’s Clean Ports Program. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.Oleh KCSB News
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Across the U.S. healthcare facilities struggle to recruit and retain employees, resulting in skeleton staffs. According to its workers, UC San Francisco has not done enough to meet the challenge, and is now facing the possibility of a strike over the issue. KCSB's Ray Briare has more.Oleh KCSB News
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Women's March Santa Barbara Rallies for Harris
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In a rally with crafts, dancing, and speeches, Women’s March Santa Barbara held a rally to support Kamala Harris and the Democrats this past Saturday. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.Oleh KCSB News
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Did you know that the California constitution says that the only valid kind of marriage is between a man and woman? Ballot measure Proposition 3 aims to change this. Here is KCSB’s Ashley Lewis with an explanation of the ballot measure.Oleh KCSB News
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Should California end the practice of forced labor for prisoners? Ballot measure Proposition 6 argues that we should. Here is KCSB’s Ashley Lewis with an explanation of the ballot measure.Oleh KCSB News
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Why Outside Groups Are Spending Millions in California's U.S. House Races
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Elections are no longer just a game between the candidates. We have seen this trend that outside groups, specifically political action committees (or PACs), have gradually become more involved in political elections and come to the forefront. KCSB's Lena Cen talks to CalMatters reporter Yue Stella Yu to learn more.…
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AFSCME Overwhelmingly Approves UC Workers Strike
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AFSCME 3299 has received authorization from its service and healthcare workers to organize an unfair labor practice strike. Here’s KCSB’s Aidee Lopez with more on the subject.Oleh KCSB News
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A new state ballot measure is set to boost funding for California climate change programs. KCSB's William Yang explains.Oleh KCSB News
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Prop 5 may make it easier for local governments to borrow money for affordable housing and public infrastructure projects. KCSB's William Yang has the explanation.Oleh KCSB News
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Meet the Candidates: Cruzito Cruz for Santa Barbara City Council, District 1
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The District 1 City Council race in Santa Barbara may be the most contentious within the city. Former democrat Alejandra Gutierrez is running to keep her spot; but Labor Organizer Wendy Santa Maria and Cruzito Cruz are both vying for it as well. For Cruzito Cruz, it isn't the first time he's run. Rosie Bultman spoke with Cruz to learn more about hi…
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Meet the Candidates: Oscar Gutierrez for Santa Barbara District 3
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Oscar Gutierrez has served on the District 3 city council, and various legislative bodies, since 2018. He markets himself as an approachable and reachable man of the people, and is currently running for the SB City Council again. KCSB's Devon Szalva talks to him about his stance on homelessness, housing, and future policy.…
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Meet the Candidates: Monique Limon for State Senate
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Monique Limon has been a California Public Servant since 2016, when she was elected to the state assembly. Since 2020, she has served in the State Senate where she is the chair of the Democratic Caucus. She also chairs the Senate Standing Committee on Banking and Financial Services, and the Senate Standing Committee on Human Services. Now, she seek…
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California Coastal Commission Issues Sable Oil Violations for Unpermitted Pipeline Work
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Sable Offshore Oil company is in the process of attempting to restart Pipeline 901, off of the Gaviota Coast. In October, they were issued two violations by the California Coastal Commission for working on the pipeline without proper permits. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Brady Bradshaw of the Center for Biological Diversity about the issue.…
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Meet the Candidates: Jennifer Smith for Goleta City Council, District 3
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District 3 in Goleta covers the northwest part of the city; the majority of the district falls in the quadrant to the left of Glen Annie Road and above the 101 Highway. Two candidates are running to represent District 3 on the Goleta City Council: Jennifer Smith and Ethan Woodill. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to both candidates.…
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Meet the Candidates: Ethan Woodill for Goleta City Council, District 3
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District 3 in Goleta covers the northwest part of the city; the majority of the district falls in the quadrant to the left of Glen Annie Road and above the 101 Highway. Two candidates are running to represent District 3 on the Goleta City Council: Jennifer Smith and Ethan Woodill. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to both candidates.…
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UCSB's Political Science Department Hosts Roundtable Discussing the 2024 Presidential Election
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KCSB's Ashley Segat attented "The Choice of Our Lives-For Real" roundtable held by UCSB's Political Science Department, where Professors, Christopher Parker, Bruce Bimber, Alfredo Gonzalez,and Alison Brysk discussed the role of identity, polarization and media.Oleh KCSB News
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Understanding the Ballot: Measure H, Prop 33, and Prop 34
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Three proposals will be on Santa Barbara’s voting ballot this year, known as Measure H, Prop 33, and Prop 34. KCSB’s El Messerschmitt dives into what each of these propositions mean, as well as arguments for and against each measure.Oleh KCSB News
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The People's Program: Contested Elections in Mozambique
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Over 11 people have been killed since Mozambique's contested elections that took place on October 9th. Rosie Bultman speaks with Mmabatho Mongae, data analyst at Good Governance Africa, to learn more about the political dispute.Oleh KCSB News
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Santa Barbara County Continues Homelessness Support With New SBACT Partnership
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In a step toward addressing homelessness, the City of Santa Barbara has partnered with the Santa Barbara Alliance for Community Transformation (SBACT) in a newly awarded contract aimed at providing essential services for the unhoused. With a dedicated budget, SBACT will oversee critical outreach initiatives and the creation of a new Navigation Cent…
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This weekend on October 27, UCSB's very own Middle East Ensemble will be performing in Carpinteria at the Alcazar Theater for the Concert for Peace. KCSB's Kelly Darroch sat down with the concert's organizer Larry Nimmer, and the ensemble's director, Professor Scott Marcus to discuss the upcoming event.…
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Burma Facing Worst Conditions Since 2017
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Under Burma’s Military dictatorship, the country has seen unconscionable human rights violations. And for the Rohingya ethnic minority group, who have been facing genocide before the military coup in 2021, conditions have now reached their worst since 2017. KCSB's Rosie Bultman is joined by Tun Khin of the Burmese Rohingya Organization UK, to learn…
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Meet the Candidates: Sari Dominguez for California Assembly
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Sari Dominguez is a “conservative, America First Republican” according to her campaign website. Not a career politician, Dominguez promises to advocate for "responsibility, common sense, morality, and accountability" if elected for office. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with Sari Dominguez to learn more about her campaign for California Assembly.…
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Santa Barbara County Voter Information
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Election day is less than two weeks away, coming up on Tuesday, November 5th. And if you’re a registered voter in Santa Barbara County, you were mailed a ballot a few weeks ago. Here’s a guide on what to do with it from the Santa Barbara County Registrar of Voters.Oleh KCSB News
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Lawsuit Argues for UCs to Hire Undocumented Students
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Gov. Gavin Newsom’s veto of a bill that would have allowed public universities to hire undocumented students lives on in a lawsuit in the California Court of Appeals. The petitioners seek to grant undocumented students eligibility to work. KCSB’S Ariana Coria discusses the policy.Oleh KCSB News
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AS Senate Establishes Jewish-Muslim Alliance Committee
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At their October 16th meeting, the AS Senate passed a resolution establishing a temporary Jewish-Muslim alliance committee. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to Senators Leah Khorsandi and Eemaan Wahidullah about the committee’s establishment and goals.Oleh KCSB News
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UCSB Police Department Discloses Its Military Equipment
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Every year, the UCSB Police Department must report their inventory of military weapons and how they have been used. Then the Police Department must hold a well-publicized, conveniently located meeting for the public to discuss the report and ask questions. It happened last week, and in case you missed it, KCSB's Ray Briare brings us this.Click here…
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Meet the Candidates: Rick Foster for Mayor of Goleta
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A trio of political outsiders frustrated by the way the city is managing a major road renovation in old town Goleta and other housing and infrastructure projects are running for office. As Noozhawk reports, three candidates have formed an alliance to replace the sitting mayor and two district council city council representatives. KCSB’s Robert Star…
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Meet the Candidates: Gregg Hart for California Assembly
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Gregg Hart has been serving as San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara County’s voice in the State Assembly since 2022. This past legislative session the Democrat authored or co-authored multiple bills pertaining to the environment, mental health, and more. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with Gregg Hart to learn more about his continued campaign.…
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The People's Program: Is this a turning point for Burma’s genocidal dictatorship?
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In this Episode of the People's Program, we investigate the ongoing genocide and brutal military dictatorship in Burma (aka. Myanmar). First, Rosie Bultman is joined by Tun Khin, head of the Burmese Rohingya Organization UK, to explain what the Rohingya genocide looks like and what people are are doing about it---and who needs to do more. Then, Ryf…
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UCSB's Glassbox Gallery Highlights MFA Student Work
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UCSB’s Glassbox Gallery is a student-run exhibition room where UCSB students and faculty display their art. The latest, an exhibition featuring the work of UCSB’s new Masters of Fine Arts students. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.Oleh KCSB News
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