Scientist announces run for Onchan Keys seat

• A health scientist who was instrumental in founding the Island's Covid testing lab during the pandemic has announced she's standing for the House of Keys.
• Dr Rachel Glover says she’ll contest this year’s election in Onchan.
• The founder of Taxa Genomics says she wants to make the Island more family-friendly, with earlier childcare credits and incentives for companies to create more jobs with school-friendly hours.

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IoM Today · Island News17:20 Isle of Man TT 2026: Win a VIP hospitality experience for Senior Race Day • And the competition is free to enter. • In association with Duke Travel, readers can enter a competition to win two tickets to the Bray Hill Hospitality experience on Senior Race Day on Saturday, June 6. • Bray Hill is renowned among fans for its incredible atmosphere and dramatic views as riders plunge downhill at high-speed moments after leaving the Grandstand start line.

IoM Today · Island News12:32 Isle of Man TT 2026: Marshal numbers 'pretty healthy' - but rest days a concern • We have a few days where things are quite close. • The TT Marshals Association (TTMA) says it remains on course to provide the 600-plus marshals required for each qualifying and race session, but has appealed for more people to step forward to cover gaps in the schedule. • Laura Sawyer, one of the TTMA directors, said while the core staffing levels are broadly on track, certain periods remain tight.

IoM Today · Health12:23 Manx Care updates visiting times at Noble's Hospital • Manx Care says the updated policy allows for additional flexibility. • Under the revised approach, standard visiting hours for adult inpatient wards will run daily from 2pm to 8pm, offering greater consistency for families and carers. • Alongside these hours, flexible visiting arrangements will continue to be supported where considered beneficial to a patient’s wellbeing.

Manx Radio · Culture13:48 PSM commissioner declares intention to stand for the House of Keys • Laurence Vaughan-Williams to contest for seat in Rushen. • A Port St Mary commissioner has announced his intention to stand for Rushen in September’s General Election. • Laurence Vaughan-Williams, who’s an advocate, has served on the local authority since 2017.

3FM · Politics07:55 Just three questions for ministers at practice week Keys sitting • The House of Keys will sit during practice week in TT - with three questions for ministers. • When MHKs gather, they’ll discuss how much cash the government can lay its hands on within 10 days, UK immigration rule changes and environmental health inspections. • There are also four laws up for consideration covering topics such as financial services, NHS reform, and free period products.

IoM Today · Health12:10 Almost £7m needed to bring Ramsey hospital up to standard • An independent survey has highlighted the work needed. • The survey report found the facility faces significant estates challenges, with almost £4 million of immediate investment required to address critical building and infrastructure issues, including roofs, heating, water systems, fire safety and doors and windows. • A further £2.5 million of investment is projected to be required over the next 10 years to replace key systems such as ventilation, medical gases, electrical wiring and communications infrastructure.

3FM · Island News14:35 Dispose of your vapes properly, say firefighters • The Island's Fire and Rescue service is urging people not to throw used vapes in the bin. • It says it’s dealt with several incidents recently where discarded vapes have caused problems. • Batteries in the devices can easily ignite and start fires in bins, rubbish wagons and waste disposal sites.

IoM Today · Island News15:21 Isle of Man TT’s fastest female racer to miss event after leg break • Jenny Tinmouth has been part of the event’s on-air broadcast team in recent years.

IoM Today · Island News16:53 Popular Hollywood actors announced to appear in TT film 'Isle of Man' • The Hollywood film began production on Friday, May 22. • Ciarán Hinds, May Calamawy and Ruaridh Mollica have joined the cast, which officially began production on the island on Friday (May 22). • Oscar-nominated actor Hinds is best known for roles in Belfast, There Will Be Blood’ and Game of Thrones.

IoM Today · Island News12:14 Isle of Man considers tougher laws to protect livestock from dog attacks • Most dog owners act responsibly, but livestock worrying can have devastating impacts.

3FM · Transport06:55 Airport radar concerns raised over planned south windfarm • Manx Utilities chair John Wannenburgh says the effect a windfarm in the south of the Island might have on airport radar has been studied. • In Tynwald this week he faced questions about Ronaldsway’s planned new primary radar systems. • Mr Wannenburgh said the organisation had been in close contact with the Department of Infrastructure about turbines planned for Cair Vie.

IoM Today · Sport13:32 Isle of Man TT 2026: Trummer signs on with Smith Racing • I haven’t felt this comfortable and confident within a team environment and on the bikes for a very long time.

IoM Today · Island News12:00 Isle of Man TT 2026: Warning issued to spectators over food waste and livestock risk • The disease remains a serious threat to the farming industry. • Officials say fans should take extra care with meat and dairy products, ensuring all food waste is placed in a bin away from the course and any nearby livestock. • If no bin is available, spectators are asked to keep rubbish with them until one can be found.

IoM Today · Business10:09 Isle of Man co‑authors landmark international guidance on tackling proliferation financing • Proliferation financing is one of the most serious and least visible financial crime threats we face.

IoM Today · Business09:56 Manx National Heritage appoints Richard Seed as environmental manager • Richard’s experience across leading conservation organisations, both locally and internationally, makes him an excellent fit.

IoM Today · Island News09:26 Respected historian to be awarded Isle of Man's highest honour • Well deserved, Peter! • Local historian Peter Kelly MBE is to be awarded the highest honour the Isle of Man can bestow. • Tynwald this week voted unanimously to approve a recommendation to award Mr Kelly the Tynwald Honour.

Manx Radio · Transport16:52 Mountain Road re-opens with one-way system introduced • Traffic will travel in the direction of the course. • The Mountain Road has re-opened. • A one-way system has been set up ahead of the TT.

3FM · Transport15:45 Fog and mist could disrupt flight schedules, says airport • Ronaldsway Airport says some flight disruption is possible as TT gets underway over the next few days. • On Facebook, the facility has issued a travel advisory about low visibility, saying it may affect flights to and from the Island. • Ronaldsway Met Office, based at the airport, says coastal mist and fog patches are possible over the weekend and early next week.

3FM · Island News15:26 Bottleneck parking "limited" during TT, says council • Douglas Council says space will be limited in a car park on the promenade over the TT period. • In a post on Facebook, the local authority says a large section of the Bottleneck Car Park will be in use during the festival. • The Mann Made Festival is taking place there from 5pm Wednesday, May 27 until 10pm on Saturday, June 6.

Manx Radio · Politics06:21 Minister disappointed over slow movement on brownfield sites • But he says there has been some progress. • Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford says he shares the frustration of some Tynwald members over the slow progress being made in the redevelopment of brownfield sites around the Island. • His comments follow the presentation of an update report on the issue at this month’s sitting of Tynwald.

Manx Radio · Politics06:14 MHK fears efficiencies report will be 'big on headlines, low on detail' • First annual report expected by the end of this month. • An MHK believes government will struggle to meet its savings targets because it struggles to make difficult decisions. • Ramsey member Lawrie Hooper asked for an update on the Efficiencies Programme in this week’s sitting of Tynwald.

Manx Radio · Island News12:44 RNLI says 'heartfelt' goodbye to volunteer • Carol Hunter praised for 'exceptional service'. • The RNLI is saying goodbye to one its ’exceptional’ volunteers. • Carol Hunter is stepping down from her role as press officer after seven years.

3FM · Island News13:34 Play equipment review for Onchan • Onchan Commissioners say they'll carry out a full review of all play equipment across the district. • At its last meeting the board backed a motion from Gabriella Corkish to do a comprehensive review of its equipment and apparatus. • The review will include all parks and play areas, including Onchan Pleasure Park.

3FM · Law11:49 Merseyside Police launch TT bike safety operation • Police in Liverpool have launched a special operation to keep bikers safe this TT. • Merseyside Police have begun Operation Needle, which cracks down on motorbikes being stolen as race fans travel to the Isle of Man. • Officers are working with hotels to make sure bikes are secured with special chains and marked so they can be identified if taken.

3FM · Island News11:05 VAT slashed for kids' activities this summer • There's some good news for parents this summer, with a 15 per cent cut in VAT on family activities. • The UK announced the move - which will run from Thursday, June 25 until Tuesday, September 1 - earlier this week, and the Isle of Man is following suit under our VAT agreement with Westminster. • VAT will be slashed from 20 per cent to just five per cent on activities like dining out, cinemas, theatres, soft play centres, museums and wildlife parks.

3FM · Law09:25 Police remind TT fans to use official WhatsApp channels for live updates • Police are reminding fans and residents to turn on the official WhatsApp channels to keep fully informed throughout TT. • The TT Infoline WhatsApp channel and iomttraces.com provide essential information for road openings, session start times and weather updates. • For policing information, the Isle of Man Constabulary WhatsApp channel is available for community updates and safety messages.

3FM · Sport08:15 Local florist creates iconic TT winners’ garlands • A local florist is once again preparing the iconic laurel garlands presented to winners at this year’s TT races. • Flower Studio IOM is making 64 handmade garlands, with up to 80 individually pinned laurel leaves used in each one. • Owner Heidi Baker says there’s something very special about creating a piece of living TT history.

IoM Today · Island News12:38 New Ramsey chair says she has 'best interests of ratepayers in mind' • It’s an honour to serve, and I will try my utmost to do it justice. • Sandra Cottam-Shea, who was elected at the local authority’s AGM, believes she still has a lot to learn but wants the best for the fabulous people’ of Ramsey over the next year. • She will serve in the position for 12 months, and says over the next year she wants the commissioners to be singing from the same hymn sheet.

IoM Today · Island News12:36 Bowling club upgrade gets the go-ahead • Since Breagle Glen café became an Indian restaurant, bowlers and tennis clubs no longer have suitable canteen facilities.

IoM Today · Island News11:57 Arbory and Rushen Commissioners elects new chair • It is an honour to serve our parishioners. • Unanimously elected during the board’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, Mrs Franklin Maiden - who was first elected to the authority in 2025 - succeeds Kirrie Jenkins in the role. • A well-known figure in the local community, the southern authority said she brings experience across business, farming and public service administration.

IoM Today (Sport) · Sport08:00 Ramsey combi crown dedicated to memory of beloved supporter Harry Gillings • The lads became hungrier to win, because we all wanted to do it for him. • The northerners were crowned Canada Life Combination One champions earlier this month, lifting the trophy for the second time in three seasons following a hard-fought campaign. • But for Carlo and his team-mates, the achievement carried a far greater emotional weight following the death of 24-year-old Gillings in October last year.

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What's on: next 14 days

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Today · 23 May · Villa Marina · Villa GaietyIOM DTA Ballroom Dancing Competition

Thu 28 May · Villa Marina · villa gaietyEd Gamble’s Comedy Pit Stop

Fri 29 May · 29 May · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyEd Gamble's Comedy Pit Stop

Sat 30 May · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyThe Henry Cole Tour

Sat 30 May · 30 May · Villa Marina Promenade Suite - FREE ENTRY · Villa GaietyMad Daddy

Sun 31 May · Villa Marina · villa gaietyKiller Queen

Today · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan · visit isle of man & groudle glen railway130th Anniversary Weekend Celebrations

Today · St German's Cathedral, Peel · manx radioBlue Train Youth Big Band Concert

Today · Artreach Studios · alleventsBob Ross Special "sea Breeze": 23rd May

Today · Ballacloan Stadium · alleventsCharity Quiz Night For Isle Stand Up To Suicide

Today · Isle of Man · manx radioFun Day @ the Aviation Museum

Today · Isle of Man · manx radioGreat Union Camera Obscura - Open For the Summer Season

Today · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarGroudle Glen Railway 150th Anniversary Weekend

Today · St Paul's Hall · manx radioIndoor Car Boot Sale – St Paul’s Hall, Ramsey

Today · Isle of Man · manx radioMeet Your Candidate

Today · Dhoon Church · alleventsPraying the Keeills 2026: Cornaa Valley Walk

Today · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & manx radio & visit isle of man & alleventsRobin Nolan Trio – For the Love of George

Today · Johnshaven Village Hall · alleventsSeabound I: the Gathering Tide

Today · Manx Museum, Douglas · manx national heritage & visit isle of manStart Your Bricks! TT Lego® Builders

Today · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreThe Weekend View: Ashlishyn Vannin (visions of Mann)

Today · Niarbyl, Isle of Man · alleventsWalking Mann Trails - Kerroodhoo Plantation

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of Man Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM12RF · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 16 May 2026–23 May 2026 · Ballakilpheric Methodist Chapel, Ballakilpheric, Isle of Man, IM9 4BT · Visit Isle of ManPraying the Keeills Week 2026: Launch Event

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManVintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit Isle of ManGuided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 23 - 28 May · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyThe Devil Wears Prada 2

Today · 23 - 28 May · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyTom and Jerry Forbidden Compass

Today · 23 May 2026 · Motor Isle Billown Course, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1HQ · Visit Isle of ManBlackford Financial Services Pre-TT Classic Road Races 2026

Today · 23 May 2026 · Erin Arts Centre, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM96LD · Visit Isle of ManRobin Nolan Trio - For the Love of George

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · TT Grandstand, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 6DA · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Races Fan Park

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Isle of Man, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit Isle of ManStart Your Bricks! TT LEGO® Builders

Today · 23 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Isle of Man, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit Isle of ManThe Mountain Mile Design Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManFamily Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit Isle of ManSteam Teas

Tomorrow · Mad Jack’s · mad jacks & alleventsBed Before 11: Trance Classics

Tomorrow · Billown Circuit, Castletown · southern 100Pre-tt Classic 2026 — Race Day

Tomorrow · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarPre-tt Sprint Enduro, West Kimmeragh

Tomorrow · Riverside, Ramsey, Im8 3, Isle of Man · alleventsRamsey Craft Club-stained Glass Art Workshop

Tomorrow · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarRound the Island Yacht Race

Tomorrow · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarTT Grandstand Fan Park

Tomorrow · 24 May · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyExhibition On Screen Frida Kahlo

Tomorrow · 24 May 2026 · West Kimmeragh, Bride, Bride, IM7 4AT · Visit Isle of ManRMCC Pre TT Sprint Enduro

2026-05-25 · Mountain Course · Moghrey Mie calendarTT practice week

Mon 25 May · St. Paul's Church Hall · manx radioAntiques and Collectables Fair

Mon 25 May · Isle of Man · manx radioGreat Union Camera Obscura - Open Bank Holiday Monday

Mon 25 May · TT Grandstand · alleventsNon Race Day- TT Fan Zone Trackside Bar – Vip Experience

Mon 25 May · the Bay Hotel, Port Erin · alleventsThe Fossils @ the Manx Rock Stage - Port Erin Beach

Mon 25 May · Manx Museum, Douglas · manx national heritageThe Mountain Mile Design Challenge

Mon 25 May · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Qualifying Day 1

Mon 25 May · Manx Museum, Douglas · manx national heritage & visit isle of manTT Live At the Manx Museum

Mon 25 May · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarTT Qualifying & Races

Mon 25 May · 25 May - 29 Jun · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Mon 25 May · 25 May 2026–6 June 2026 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 3LY · Visit Isle of ManTT Live At the Manx Museum

Mon 25 May · 25 May 2026–7 June 2026 · TT Grandstand, Glencrutchery Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 6DA · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Races

Tue 26 May · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manFincon National Finance Conference 2026

Tue 26 May · the Old Grammar School, Castletown · manx radio & manx national heritage & visit isle of manMagnet Mania! At the Old Grammar School

Tue 26 May · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Qualifying Day 2

Tue 26 May · 26 May 2026 · Old Grammar School, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1LE · Visit Isle of ManMagnet Mania! At the Old Grammar School

Wed 27 May · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manDublin Tech Summit 2026

Wed 27 May · the Pavilion At Douglas Golf Club, Pulrose Road, Im2 1ae Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsInclusive Disco Is Back! At the Pavilion, Douglas Golf Club

Wed 27 May · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarMann Made Festival

Wed 27 May · Broadway Cinema · villa gaietyNational Theatre Live: the Playboy of the Western World

Wed 27 May · 8 Duke Street, Im1 2ay Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsSilent Book Club At Douglas City Library

Wed 27 May · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Qualifying Day 3

Thu 28 May · the Grove, Ramsey · manx radio & manx national heritage & visit isle of manLego® Imagination Club At the Grove

Thu 28 May · Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Im1 3ly Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · manx radio & manx national heritage & visit isle of man & alleventsRoad

Thu 28 May · Douglas, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · manx radio & alleventsTT Thursday Night Live: System of A Dhoon

Thu 28 May · 28 May 2026 · The Grove, Andreas Road, Ramsey, Isle of Man, IM8 3UA · Visit Isle of ManLEGO® Imagination Club At the Grove

Thu 28 May · 28 May 2026 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 3LY · Visit Isle of ManRoad

Thu 28 May · 28 May 2026–6 June 2026 · VILLA MARINA GARDENS, HARRIS PROMENADE, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManBushy's TT Village

Thu 28 May · 28 May 2026–7 June 2026 · Loch Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2LZ · Visit Isle of ManTT Funfair

Fri 29 May · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarRamsey Sprintfest, Market Square

Fri 29 May · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Qualifying Day 4

Fri 29 May · TT Grandstand · alleventsWrwr Ladies Meet Up At the TT Grandstand

Fri 29 May · 29 May - 04 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyCharlie the Wonderdog

Fri 29 May · 29 May - 04 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyThe Sheep Detectives

Fri 29 May · 29 May 2026 · Villa Marina, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManEd Gamble's Comedy Pit Stop

Sat 30 May · Isle of Man · manx radioBalley Cashtal Market

Sat 30 May · Elmcrest Park · alleventsDash and Dine 5k

Sat 30 May · Elmcrest Park · alleventsKites and Bites

Sat 30 May · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMet Opera: El Último Sueño De Frida Y Diego

Sat 30 May · Bench Nightclub · alleventsNeil Cowie's TT Ibiza Dance Party With Alex P & 2funky2

Sat 30 May · Shore Road, Peel, Isle of Man · alleventsPeel Market

Sat 30 May · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 1

Sun 31 May · TT Mountain Course · allevents (douglas) & iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 2

Sun 31 May · TT Grandstand · allevents (douglas) & visitor events calendarTT Legacy Lap

Sun 31 May · the Terminus Tavern, Douglas · hospice isle of manWilliam Booth - Book Launch

Sun 31 May · 31 May 2026 · ONCHAN RACEWAY, ONCHAN PARK, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 1HW · Visit Isle of ManRamp Jump and Stockcar Racing

2026-06-01 · Mountain Course · Moghrey Mie calendarTT race fortnight

Mon 1 Jun · Villa Marina · villa gaietyDc/ac - the Final Stand

Mon 1 Jun · 26 Athol St · alleventsHendo & Cam Bench Takeover Pt2

Mon 1 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreJune Events At the Eac

Mon 1 Jun · North Quay · manx radioNorth Quay Live: TT Music Event

Mon 1 Jun · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarPort Erin TT Fun Day

Mon 1 Jun · Peel Beach, Im5 1ah Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsSpotty Dog With Lizzy and the Bifters, and Reservoir Rodeo

Mon 1 Jun · Queens Promenade · allevents (douglas) & visitor events calendarTT Beach Race - Douglas

Mon 1 Jun · Manx Museum · manx radioTT Live At the Manx Museum

Mon 1 Jun · 1 June 2026 · Central Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 4NA · Visit Isle of ManTT Douglas Beachcross

Tue 2 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyDavy Knowles & His Band

Tue 2 Jun · Digital Isle of Man · digital isle of manMoney 20/20 2026

Tue 2 Jun · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 3

Wed 3 Jun · 26 Athol St · alleventsBunka TT 2026

Wed 3 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreEac Book Circle: the Aspern Papers By Henry James

Wed 3 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · villa gaietyHenning Wehn - Acid Wehn

Wed 3 Jun · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 4

Wed 3 Jun · 03 Jun · Villa Marina Promenade Suite - FREE ENTRY · Villa GaietyThe Totally 80s Band

Thu 4 Jun · Peel, Isle of Man · visit isle of man & alleventsPeel Beach Race

Thu 4 Jun · Isle of Man · visitor events calendarPeel TT Beachcross

Thu 4 Jun · St James Church · manx radioTT Teas

Thu 4 Jun · 04 Jun · Villa Marina Promenade Suite - FREE ENTRY · Villa GaietyAwesome Party Band

Thu 4 Jun · 4 June 2026 · Peel Promenade, Peel, Peel, IM5 1NA · Visit Isle of ManPeel Beach Race - Cancelled

Thu 4 Jun · 4 June 2026 · Creg Malin, Marine Parade, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1PA · Visit Isle of ManTT Motorcycle Show

Fri 5 Jun · 26 Athol St · alleventsRoomtour TT 2026

Fri 5 Jun · TT Mountain Course · iom tt officialTT 2026 — Race Day 5

Fri 5 Jun · 05 Jun · Prom Suite · Villa GaietyVertigo - IOM U2 Tribute - FREE ENTRY

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