truththeory--2020-06-18--Oil Spill: 50,000 Gallons Leaked By Trans Mountain Pipeline Onto Indigenous Land

About 190,000 liters or approximately 50,000 gallons of oil has been spilled on Indigenous land in British Columbia by Canada ’ s Trans Mountain pipeline .
The Trans Mountain pipeline was bought by the Canadian government from Kinder Morgan Canada in 2018 , after they had come up against regulatory and legal hurdles to expansion .
According to comments made by Chief Dalton Silver of the Sumas First Nation , the oil was spilled onto fields near the town of Abbotsford .
He says these fields cover an aquifer which is a source of drinking water for his people .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ fourth spill in the last 15 years .
“ We can not continue to have our land desecrated by oil spills , ” Chief Silver said in a statement issued by the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs .
Trans Mountain claim the spill , which occurred Saturday morning , was the result of a faulty fitting on a subsidiary oil pipe – a ‘ small-diameter , one-inch piece of pipe ’ – and not on the main line itself .
Within a day , the pipeline was restarted : “ Following all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trans Mountain Pipeline was re-started at approximately 2:00 p.m. PDT today ( Sunday ) , ” read a statement on the company ’ s website .
The clean-up work will however be ongoing for at least a month .
“ Crews have been working around the clock and removal of all surface level product is complete .
Removal of contaminated soil is underway and expected to take approximately four weeks.
” Trans Mountain have promised that ‘ environmental monitoring ’ will continue and claim that there is no risk to the public .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be given 24-hour access to the site and that ‘ an archaeological study and cultural monitoring are included as part of the cleanup and remediation efforts ’ .
The Canada Energy Regulator , Transportation Safety Board and British Columbia Ministry of Environment are also involved in overseeing the clean-up work .
But while they may be saying all the right things , Silver has questioned the integrity of the company .
For one thing , he says he was not informed about the re-opening of the pipeline on Sunday .
“ That they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , my sister just read that to me off her phone .
That was the first I heard of it , so there you go with the openness and transparency , ” he said .
“ I would really rather hear it from those at the incident command post.
” Indigenous communities and environmental groups also have grave concerns about a proposed expansion of the pipeline which would triple its output .
“ We conducted our own assessment of Trans Mountain using leading science and Tsleil-Waututh ’ s Indigenous law that concluded that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t be fully cleaned up , and have devastating effects , ” Chief Leah George-Wilson of Tsleil-Waututh Nation said in the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs statement .
“ This most recent spill is another reminder that the risk is too great to accept .
The Trans Mountain pipeline has already spilled more than 80 times since it began operating .
This is why we continue to fight the Trans Mountain Expansion in the courts.
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About 190,000 liters or approximately 50,000 gallons of oil has been spilled on Indigenous land in British Columbia by Canada’s Trans Mountain pipeline.
The Trans Mountain pipeline was bought by the Canadian government from Kinder Morgan Canada in 2018, after they had come up against regulatory and legal hurdles to expansion.
According to comments made by Chief Dalton Silver of the Sumas First Nation, the oil was spilled onto fields near the town of Abbotsford. He says these fields cover an aquifer which is a source of drinking water for his people. It was also reported to be the fourth spill in the last 15 years.
“We cannot continue to have our land desecrated by oil spills,” Chief Silver said in a statement issued by the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs.
Trans Mountain claim the spill, which occurred Saturday morning, was the result of a faulty fitting on a subsidiary oil pipe – a ‘small-diameter, one-inch piece of pipe’ – and not on the main line itself.
Within a day, the pipeline was restarted: “Following all necessary procedures and safety protocols, the Trans Mountain Pipeline was re-started at approximately 2:00 p.m. PDT today (Sunday),” read a statement on the company’s website.
The clean-up work will however be ongoing for at least a month. “Crews have been working around the clock and removal of all surface level product is complete. Removal of contaminated soil is underway and expected to take approximately four weeks.”
Trans Mountain have promised that ‘environmental monitoring’ will continue and claim that there is no risk to the public.
They also stated that Indigenous monitors will be given 24-hour access to the site and that ‘an archaeological study and cultural monitoring are included as part of the cleanup and remediation efforts’.
The Canada Energy Regulator, Transportation Safety Board and British Columbia Ministry of Environment are also involved in overseeing the clean-up work.
Worry over future oil spills
But while they may be saying all the right things, Silver has questioned the integrity of the company.
For one thing, he says he was not informed about the re-opening of the pipeline on Sunday.
“That they’re up and running Sunday afternoon, my sister just read that to me off her phone. That was the first I heard of it, so there you go with the openness and transparency,” he said. “I would really rather hear it from those at the incident command post.”
Indigenous communities and environmental groups also have grave concerns about a proposed expansion of the pipeline which would triple its output.
“We conducted our own assessment of Trans Mountain using leading science and Tsleil-Waututh’s Indigenous law that concluded that oil spills are inevitable, can’t be fully cleaned up, and have devastating effects,” Chief Leah George-Wilson of Tsleil-Waututh Nation said in the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs statement.
“This most recent spill is another reminder that the risk is too great to accept. The Trans Mountain pipeline has already spilled more than 80 times since it began operating. This is why we continue to fight the Trans Mountain Expansion in the courts.”
Read more: “Trump Administration’s New Rules Promote Senseless Slaughter Of Alaska’s Most Iconic Wildlife”
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truththeory--2020-06-18--The Solar Eclipse On The 21st Of June Will Create A “Ring Of Fire” In The Sky

We are now in the second eclipse season of the year and the coming weekend will host the first solar eclipse of the year .
As the Moon rotates our Earth , it reaches the apogee .
Apogee is the farther point the Moon goes from us .
In this position , when it comes between the Sun and the Earth , the Moon does not completely block the Sun .
A ring of light is visible to us on Earth in such an alignment .
Read : In 2020 We ’ ll See 6 Eclipses , 3 Supermoons And @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Such an alignment is set to happen on the 21st of June 2020 .
This will be an annular solar eclipse with a ring of fire .
The New Moon will be positioned such that it will obstruct the Sun ’ s rays from the center , leaving a visible outer ring .
As the Moon will cover 99.4 % of the Sun at the peak , we will witness the ring of fire .
This ring of fire solar eclipse will be visible mostly in the eastern countries , although parts of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Parts of the Congo , Democratic Republic of Congo , South Sudan , Ethiopia , Eritrea , Yemen , Oman , Pakistan , India , Tibet , China , Taiwan , and Guam will be able to witness this rare phenomenon .
Read : Strongest Solar Flares in Years Coincide With The US Riots The rest of the world can witness the solar eclipse via the many live streams online .
The Slooh Observatory will host a virtual party from 1 am EDT on June 21st .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
We are now in the second eclipse season of the year and the coming weekend will host the first solar eclipse of the year. As the Moon rotates our Earth, it reaches the apogee. Apogee is the farther point the Moon goes from us. In this position, when it comes between the Sun and the Earth, the Moon does not completely block the Sun. A ring of light is visible to us on Earth in such an alignment.
Read: In 2020 We’ll See 6 Eclipses, 3 Supermoons And A Rare ‘Great Solstice Appulse’
Such an alignment is set to happen on the 21st of June 2020. This will be an annular solar eclipse with a ring of fire. The New Moon will be positioned such that it will obstruct the Sun’s rays from the center, leaving a visible outer ring. As the Moon will cover 99.4% of the Sun at the peak, we will witness the ring of fire.
This ring of fire solar eclipse will be visible mostly in the eastern countries, although parts of Europe and Australia might catch a glimpse. Parts of the Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Yemen, Oman, Pakistan, India, Tibet, China, Taiwan, and Guam will be able to witness this rare phenomenon.
Courtesy: NASA
Read: Strongest Solar Flares in Years Coincide With The US Riots
The rest of the world can witness the solar eclipse via the many live streams online. The Slooh Observatory will host a virtual party from 1 am EDT on June 21st. You can also set a reminder and return to watch the live coverage of the eclipse here.
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truththeory--2020-06-18--Scientists Have Successfully Used Quantum Entanglement To Teleport Information Between Two Microchip

Scientists Have Successfully Used Quantum Entanglement To Teleport Information Between Two Microchips

DTU Fotonik researchers have achieved something incredible .
While working with two photons , they have managed to use quantum entanglement to teleport information from one microchip to another .
Maybe human teleportation is not so far away !
The Fotonik researchers ignored the tried and tested method of transferring data via information-bearing photons between microchips .
They experimented this time by using a pair of quantum-mechanically entangled photons and teleported information from one silicon chip to the next .
This was possible because photons in quantum entanglement state know the characteristics of each other at any time .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any change in the state of one photon launches similar changes in the others .
Read : Can Two Infinities Exist Simultaneously ?
In Theory – YES This change was teleportation , not just the mere transfer of information .
The success of this experiment shows how quantum information exchange can be used in the future to develop secure internet connections .
While the future holds many promises , even in the present , we can send secret messages with the help of quantum physics .
The technology is just starting out but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quantum exchange of encrypted keys .
But , in such cases , a direct optical fiber link is still required between the two communicating parties .
This puts physical limitations on the application of quantum physics .
If users are hundreds of miles away , trusted nodes can be utilized to send secret messages .
But this would mean greater expenses , slower connection , and lesser security .
Hence , to solve this problem , the use of quantum entanglement to teleport information will prove helpful .
It will increase security and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communicate at the same time .
And the chip-to-chip teleportation is just the tip of the iceberg !
Read : Google ’ s Quantum Computer Claims It Can Do 10,000 Year Calculation in 200 Seconds Four researchers from the Department of Photonics Engineering ’ s Center for Silicon Photonics for Optical Communications ( SPOC ) at DTU conducted the study .
They collaborated with researchers from Peking Uni , China , and Uni of Bristol , UK .
While DTU designed and manufactured the chips , the experiment was carried out in Bristol @ @ @ @ @ @ @ DTU , Asst .
Prof. Davide Bacco explained , “ In our chip , we can produce two photons that are in the entangled quantum state .
We can then send one photon one way , and the other way .
They then function as a single system , regardless of the distance between them .
When you measure one photon , you change the common quantum state and thus determine the state of the other .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
DTU Fotonik researchers have achieved something incredible. While working with two photons, they have managed to use quantum entanglement to teleport information from one microchip to another. Maybe human teleportation is not so far away!
The Fotonik researchers ignored the tried and tested method of transferring data via information-bearing photons between microchips. They experimented this time by using a pair of quantum-mechanically entangled photons and teleported information from one silicon chip to the next. This was possible because photons in quantum entanglement state know the characteristics of each other at any time. It plays out like a domino effect where any change in the state of one photon launches similar changes in the others.
Read: Can Two Infinities Exist Simultaneously? In Theory – YES
This change was teleportation, not just the mere transfer of information. The success of this experiment shows how quantum information exchange can be used in the future to develop secure internet connections.
While the future holds many promises, even in the present, we can send secret messages with the help of quantum physics. The technology is just starting out but many companies are already offering equipment for quantum exchange of encrypted keys. But, in such cases, a direct optical fiber link is still required between the two communicating parties. This puts physical limitations on the application of quantum physics.
If users are hundreds of miles away, trusted nodes can be utilized to send secret messages. But this would mean greater expenses, slower connection, and lesser security.
Hence, to solve this problem, the use of quantum entanglement to teleport information will prove helpful. It will increase security and allow a greater number of people to communicate at the same time. And the chip-to-chip teleportation is just the tip of the iceberg!
Read: Google’s Quantum Computer Claims It Can Do 10,000 Year Calculation in 200 Seconds
Four researchers from the Department of Photonics Engineering’s Center for Silicon Photonics for Optical Communications (SPOC) at DTU conducted the study. They collaborated with researchers from Peking Uni, China, and Uni of Bristol, UK. While DTU designed and manufactured the chips, the experiment was carried out in Bristol.
One of the four researchers from DTU, Asst. Prof. Davide Bacco explained, “In our chip, we can produce two photons that are in the entangled quantum state. We can then send one photon one way, and the other way. They then function as a single system, regardless of the distance between them. When you measure one photon, you change the common quantum state and thus determine the state of the other. In this way, we were able to use the entangled photons to transfer information from one chip to another.”
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truththeory--2020-06-18--Uganda Startup Recycles Plastic Into Coronavirus Face Shields

Takataka Plastics , a Uganda start-up , has switched its focus from turning plastic waste into construction material and are instead producing plastic shields to assist in protecting people against the coronavirus .
And not only are they potentially helping to save lives , but they are also creating employment .
Takataka , which means ‘ waste ’ in Swahili , are based in a small town in Uganda called Gulu .
The company began last year when a local man who was determined to make a difference in the fight against plastic pollution , Peter Okwoko , teamed up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ graduate .
The company ’ s initial focus had been to transform plastic into roofing tiles and pavers .
But since the advent of COVID-19 , it quickly became clear to Takataka that they could help in other ways .
According to a statement on the Takataka website , there is a dire need for personal protective equipment ( PPE ) for medical workers in Uganda .
“ Hospitals and health clinics in Uganda are woefully under-equipped to fight the COVID-19 pandemic .
“ There is very little protective equipment for the medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for face shields , but they are not available in most hospitals .
Only well-financed , private hospitals can afford them ; the government-run hospitals and clinics do not have any protective face shields.
” After recognizing the need which required filling , Takataka ’ s workers set about researching and designing their face shields , which have been well received .
Aside from helping to protect medical workers against contracting coronavirus , the Takataka team is of course tackling the plastic pollution which remains a big problem in Uganda .
“ In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ percent of the plastic waste is not collected , ” Balcom explained .
“ Instead , most of the plastic is burned , which releases lethal carcinogens and toxins and CO2 , or it ’ s littered anyhow .
And ends up blocking drains , causing flooding and breeding grounds for malaria-bearing mosquitoes .
Or it gets into soil and disrupts crops or is ingested by cows.
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Takataka Plastics, a Uganda start-up, has switched its focus from turning plastic waste into construction material and are instead producing plastic shields to assist in protecting people against the coronavirus.
And not only are they potentially helping to save lives, but they are also creating employment.
Takataka, which means ‘waste’ in Swahili, are based in a small town in Uganda called Gulu.
The company began last year when a local man who was determined to make a difference in the fight against plastic pollution, Peter Okwoko, teamed up with Paige Balcom, a UC Berkeley graduate.
The company’s initial focus had been to transform plastic into roofing tiles and pavers.
But since the advent of COVID-19, it quickly became clear to Takataka that they could help in other ways.
Uganda hospitals short on PPE
According to a statement on the Takataka website, there is a dire need for personal protective equipment (PPE) for medical workers in Uganda.
“Hospitals and health clinics in Uganda are woefully under-equipped to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
“There is very little protective equipment for the medical staff. Doctors and nurses are asking for face shields, but they are not available in most hospitals. Only well-financed, private hospitals can afford them; the government-run hospitals and clinics do not have any protective face shields.”
After recognizing the need which required filling, Takataka’s workers set about researching and designing their face shields, which have been well received.
Aside from helping to protect medical workers against contracting coronavirus, the Takataka team is of course tackling the plastic pollution which remains a big problem in Uganda.
“In Gulu, where we work, 80 percent of the plastic waste is not collected,” Balcom explained.
“Instead, most of the plastic is burned, which releases lethal carcinogens and toxins and CO2, or it’s littered anyhow. And ends up blocking drains, causing flooding and breeding grounds for malaria-bearing mosquitoes. Or it gets into soil and disrupts crops or is ingested by cows.”
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Read more: This Costa Rican Suburb Gave Citizenship To Plants, Trees And Bees


truththeory--2020-06-17--One Of The Largest Flowers In The World Grows Up To 10 Feet And Takes About 10 Years To Bloom

Titan arum or amorphophallus titanum is the largest unbranched inflorescence seen anywhere around the globe .
And they can grow up to a size of 10 ft .
This weirdly human-seeming flora reeks of decaying flesh once it starts to bloom .
It even looks like flesh with a color of deep red and meaty texture .
Read : This Costa Rican Suburb Gave Citizenship To Plants , Trees And Bees While it is in bloom , the temperature of the flower ’ s insides matches us humans ’ temperature .
The heat further helps create the illusion of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insects .
This is one intelligent way this plant disseminates its seeds .
If the conditions are right , this corpse flower can grow 4-5 inches in one day .
As they near bloom , they grow so rapidly that , if not kept an eye on , one can easily miss the blooming process .
While the plant takes 7-10 years for its initial maturity , it ’ s bloom lasts only around a day or two .
And the stench can last for days !
The odor has been reported to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fish , sweaty old socks , and even feces .
Although the plant is native to Sumatra , Indonesia , due to the efforts of many researchers and botanists , other people around the world can see it too .
One of these species bloomed in Barnard College ’ s greenhouse in New York this year , while another bloomed at the Outback Trail section of Franklin Park Zoo .
Due to the pandemic related restrictions , visitors could not see the gigantic flower bloom .
And so , the college authorities kindly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Hilary Callahan , director of the greenhouse and biological science professor at the college told media sources that the corpse plant was gifted to them by the Botanical Garden in Brooklyn .
She added that although the plant shoots out a leaf per year until it matures , the intricate process is still a mystery to the biologists .
Commenting on the odor , she said that it wasn ’ t necessarily unpleasant .
She further added that it smelled like cheese or just your loved one ’ s feet .
Although @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to bloom , wither away , and regenerate , the college authorities have decided to let this one live .
Once the flower blooms , they will try to preserve the blossom by drying it intact .
Then the bottom part will be cleaned and repotted .
And under the right conditions , they hope the gigantic titan arum will flower again in the coming years .
Corpse Plant First Bloomed Under Cultivation In London In 1937 The plant first bloomed under cultivation , away from the Indonesian wild , in London at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1889 .
And since then , the plant has been transported to America as well .
The blooming process was first documented in 1937 , at the Botanical Garden , New York .
Read : Nature Conservancy Ensures River Running Through Zion National Park Will Be Protected Forever The rotting plant has garnered such an interest worldwide that it ’ s growth even attracted the Guinness World Record .
In 2010 , “ Tilly the Titan ” broke the world record for being the tallest cultivated titan arum .
Dr. Louis Ricciardiello ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feet and 2.25 inches .
This corpse plant is just one among many of nature ’ s hidden gems .
It looks like whatever we can imagine is already under the sun .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
Titan arum or amorphophallus titanum is the largest unbranched inflorescence seen anywhere around the globe. And they can grow up to a size of 10 ft. This weirdly human-seeming flora reeks of decaying flesh once it starts to bloom. It even looks like flesh with a color of deep red and meaty texture.
Read: This Costa Rican Suburb Gave Citizenship To Plants, Trees And Bees
While it is in bloom, the temperature of the flower’s insides matches us humans’ temperature. The heat further helps create the illusion of a carcass, which attracts a swarm of insects. This is one intelligent way this plant disseminates its seeds.
Tallest Cultivated Titan Arum Stands At 10 Ft And 2.25 Inches
If the conditions are right, this corpse flower can grow 4-5 inches in one day. As they near bloom, they grow so rapidly that, if not kept an eye on, one can easily miss the blooming process. While the plant takes 7-10 years for its initial maturity, it’s bloom lasts only around a day or two. And the stench can last for days!
The odor has been reported to be a mixture of cheese, fermented fish, sweaty old socks, and even feces.
Although the plant is native to Sumatra, Indonesia, due to the efforts of many researchers and botanists, other people around the world can see it too.
One of these species bloomed in Barnard College’s greenhouse in New York this year, while another bloomed at the Outback Trail section of Franklin Park Zoo. Due to the pandemic related restrictions, visitors could not see the gigantic flower bloom. And so, the college authorities kindly decided to live stream the entire process.
Hilary Callahan, director of the greenhouse and biological science professor at the college told media sources that the corpse plant was gifted to them by the Botanical Garden in Brooklyn. She added that although the plant shoots out a leaf per year until it matures, the intricate process is still a mystery to the biologists. Commenting on the odor, she said that it wasn’t necessarily unpleasant. She further added that it smelled like cheese or just your loved one’s feet.
Although the fate of the corpse plant is to bloom, wither away, and regenerate, the college authorities have decided to let this one live. Once the flower blooms, they will try to preserve the blossom by drying it intact. Then the bottom part will be cleaned and repotted. And under the right conditions, they hope the gigantic titan arum will flower again in the coming years.
Corpse Plant First Bloomed Under Cultivation In London In 1937
The plant first bloomed under cultivation, away from the Indonesian wild, in London at the Royal Botanic Garden in the year 1889. And since then, the plant has been transported to America as well. The blooming process was first documented in 1937, at the Botanical Garden, New York.
Read: Nature Conservancy Ensures River Running Through Zion National Park Will Be Protected Forever
The rotting plant has garnered such an interest worldwide that it’s growth even attracted the Guinness World Record. In 2010, “Tilly the Titan” broke the world record for being the tallest cultivated titan arum. Dr. Louis Ricciardiello’s gigantic flower stood tall at 10 feet and 2.25 inches.
This corpse plant is just one among many of nature’s hidden gems. It looks like whatever we can imagine is already under the sun.
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truththeory--2020-06-17--Hero BLM Protester Delivers Powerful Statement On Why He Saved Counter Protester’s Life

Events on 25th May 2020 , which highlighted police brutality and resulted in George Floyd ’ s death , have reignited the issue of racial inequality and injustice .
With the pandemic still ongoing , millions have stormed the social media world , and many have taken to the streets to protest racism all over the world .
An intense incident occurred in one of London ’ s protests , where Patrick Hutchinson is being called a Black Lives Matter protester hero .
Read : Here Is What Happened When A Black Lives Matter Showed Up At A Trump Rally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their rallying when far-right protesters started countering their rally .
The situation became tense quickly , and one middle-aged white man got injured .
Patrick saw the man being left alone by his friends .
And since the crowd was getting chaotic , he picked the counter-protester upon his shoulder and walked him to safety where the police were stationed .
Black Lives Matter Protester Hero Says He Wanted The Cause Of BLM To Be Highlighted Martial artist and a personal trainer , Patrick Hutchinson , in an interview with BBC , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remembered for its beliefs of equality and racial harmony .
He added that any violence would have derailed the entire movement .
Hutchinson said that he did just what he had to do .
In a powerful message , he drew a comparison of his actions with the inaction of the Minneapolis police authorities .
Hutchinson said that if only the standing police officers had intervened when George Floyd was being suffocated , the attempted arrest would not have resulted in Floyd ’ s death .
He further added that his reason for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ equality , justice , and fairness for all , and especially for the future generations .
BLM protests on Saturday were disrupted by anti protesters when Patrick Hutchinson and his friends helped an anti protester to return to safety .
Read : Protesters Who Attend Black Lives Matter Rallies In Australia Face Imprisonment And $ 1000 Fine A businessman , Pierre Noah , said that he and his friends had to attend the protests to keep the peace .
He added that he lost sleep , because , if anything violent had happened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as BLM protesters being reckless and violent .
Jamaine Facey said that in helping the anti demonstrator , he was only trying to protect black lives and the future of people of color .
A Fight By The Blacks And The Whites Against Racism The Black Lives Matter protester hero posted in his Instagram account that the movement is not anti-white but anti-racism .
Photos from the protest went viral , and many applauded Hutchinson ’ s heroic efforts .
The Labour MP from Leicester East , Claudia Webbe , lauded Hutchinson ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hero .
The Prime Minister , Boris Johnson , criticized the right-wing counter-protesters and called the incident an issue of racist thugs .
Rishi Sunak , the chancellor , also condemned the scene as disgusting and shocking .
Similar protests happened in other parts of the UK .
Demonstrations in Bristol and Bolton proceeded peacefully .
In these seemingly dividing times , the Black Lives Matter protester hero stands for unity between people of all color against racial inequality and injustice .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
Events on 25th May 2020, which highlighted police brutality and resulted in George Floyd’s death, have reignited the issue of racial inequality and injustice. With the pandemic still ongoing, millions have stormed the social media world, and many have taken to the streets to protest racism all over the world. An intense incident occurred in one of London’s protests, where Patrick Hutchinson is being called a Black Lives Matter protester hero.
Read: Here Is What Happened When A Black Lives Matter Showed Up At A Trump Rally
On Saturday, as BLM demonstrators began their rallying when far-right protesters started countering their rally. The situation became tense quickly, and one middle-aged white man got injured. Patrick saw the man being left alone by his friends. And since the crowd was getting chaotic, he picked the counter-protester upon his shoulder and walked him to safety where the police were stationed.
Black Lives Matter Protester Hero Says He Wanted The Cause Of BLM To Be Highlighted
Martial artist and a personal trainer, Patrick Hutchinson, in an interview with BBC, said that he wanted the protest to be remembered for its beliefs of equality and racial harmony. He added that any violence would have derailed the entire movement. Hutchinson said that he did just what he had to do.
In a powerful message, he drew a comparison of his actions with the inaction of the Minneapolis police authorities. Hutchinson said that if only the standing police officers had intervened when George Floyd was being suffocated, the attempted arrest would not have resulted in Floyd’s death.
He further added that his reason for joining the protests was because he wants equality, justice, and fairness for all, and especially for the future generations.
Hutchinson’s Friends Speak Out
BLM protests on Saturday were disrupted by anti protesters when Patrick Hutchinson and his friends helped an anti protester to return to safety.
Read: Protesters Who Attend Black Lives Matter Rallies In Australia Face Imprisonment And $1000 Fine
A businessman, Pierre Noah, said that he and his friends had to attend the protests to keep the peace. He added that he lost sleep, because, if anything violent had happened, the news would have been misconstrued as BLM protesters being reckless and violent.
Jamaine Facey said that in helping the anti demonstrator, he was only trying to protect black lives and the future of people of color.
A Fight By The Blacks And The Whites Against Racism
The Black Lives Matter protester hero posted in his Instagram account that the movement is not anti-white but anti-racism.
Photos from the protest went viral, and many applauded Hutchinson’s heroic efforts.
The Labour MP from Leicester East, Claudia Webbe, lauded Hutchinson’s humanity and called him a national hero.
A national hero – this is what humanity looks like: “If the other three police officers who were standing around when George Floyd was murdered had thought about intervening like what we did, George Floyd would be alive today." Patrick Hutchinson 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾#BlackLivesMatter https://t.co/qwhcEav23E — Claudia Webbe MP (@ClaudiaWebbe) June 14, 2020
The Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, criticized the right-wing counter-protesters and called the incident an issue of racist thugs. Rishi Sunak, the chancellor, also condemned the scene as disgusting and shocking.
Similar protests happened in other parts of the UK. Demonstrations in Bristol and Bolton proceeded peacefully.
In these seemingly dividing times, the Black Lives Matter protester hero stands for unity between people of all color against racial inequality and injustice.
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truththeory--2020-06-17--Soon You Can Visit A Willy-Wonka Inspired Chocolate Factory In Amsterdam

Tony ’ s Chocolonely , a Dutch confectionery company , had plans of creating a chocolate factory inspired by Willy Wonka ’ s factory in Dahl ’ s story .
They have recently shared further details about this “ mega chocolate factory with roller coaster ” and also what it might look like .
Roald Dahl ’ s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is one of the most original stories and has inspired many .
Tony ’ s Chocolonely also got inspired by Willy Wonka ’ s factory , and are planning their very own quirky factory in Amsterdam .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to please children but customers of all ages .
Just north of Amsterdam , Zaanstad is the location decided .
Read : Philadelphia Is Planning To Introduce Vegan Cream Cheese Soon SeARCH , a Dutch architect firm , has released a rendering of Tony ’ s Chocolonely mega factory .
It features a central bright red unit with a roller coaster track looping around it .
This is in line with what the company had announced about the complex back in 2018 .
Tony ’ s Chocolonely giant chocolate factory can accommodate nearly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mentioned the whole project will cost around $ 115 million and will open to the common public by 2024 .
On their website , Tony ’ s Chocolonely confirmed the details : “ There will be a mega chocolate factory that everyone can visit , with a roller coaster .
Really .
We have been dreaming of it for ages… and it will really happen now.
” “ Tony ’ s Chocolonely has found a crazy location on the border of Zaanstad and Amsterdam : Pakhuis ‘ De Vrede ’ , on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ De Vrede ” was a grains storage and handling facility .
But they also used to store cocoa !
Coincidence ?
The building has a beautiful past , and Tony ’ s Chocolonely hopes to add to its future .
They plan on transforming the surrounding area into a public park .
2 new factories will also be set up , one to produce the chocolate from cocoa and another to produce the chocolate bars .
The whole process will be visible to the park visitors .
Tony ’ s Chocolonely Chocolate Circus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ park .
They hope to offer a total experience where visitors can learn more about chocolate , the problems prevalent in the cocoa industry , and how the company tackles those problems .
Read : This French Inventor Claims His Pills Makes Your Farts Smell Like Chocolate Or Roses “ Every year we ultimately want to receive 500,000 chocolate fans .
With a ride on the roller coaster through the factory , we hope that visitors are so upset by Tony ’ s mission that they will participate to realise it.
” “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ norm in chocolate is leading in everything we do .
In the national monument Pakhuis ‘ De Vrede ’ the head office of Tony ’ s Chocolonely will be located and as we are used to with Tony ’ s , the door is always open for everyone .
The building therefore has a public character with restaurants , sports facilities and flex spaces for impact organisations.
” “ It will be some time before the Tony ’ s Chocolonely Chocolate Circus opens its doors .
But we have taken the first step @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be there .
In the meantime , we will keep you informed.
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
Tony’s Chocolonely, a Dutch confectionery company, had plans of creating a chocolate factory inspired by Willy Wonka’s factory in Dahl’s story. They have recently shared further details about this “mega chocolate factory with roller coaster” and also what it might look like.
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is one of the most original stories and has inspired many. Tony’s Chocolonely also got inspired by Willy Wonka’s factory, and are planning their very own quirky factory in Amsterdam. This Amsterdam factory will aim not only to please children but customers of all ages. Just north of Amsterdam, Zaanstad is the location decided.
Read: Philadelphia Is Planning To Introduce Vegan Cream Cheese Soon
SeARCH, a Dutch architect firm, has released a rendering of Tony’s Chocolonely mega factory. It features a central bright red unit with a roller coaster track looping around it. This is in line with what the company had announced about the complex back in 2018.
Tony’s Chocolonely giant chocolate factory can accommodate nearly 500,000 visitors a year. Time Out mentioned the whole project will cost around $115 million and will open to the common public by 2024.
On their website, Tony’s Chocolonely confirmed the details:
“There will be a mega chocolate factory that everyone can visit, with a roller coaster. Really. We have been dreaming of it for ages… and it will really happen now.”
“Tony’s Chocolonely has found a crazy location on the border of Zaanstad and Amsterdam: Pakhuis ‘De Vrede’, on the IJ / North Sea Canal.”
“De Vrede” was a grains storage and handling facility. But they also used to store cocoa! Coincidence?
The building has a beautiful past, and Tony’s Chocolonely hopes to add to its future. They plan on transforming the surrounding area into a public park. 2 new factories will also be set up, one to produce the chocolate from cocoa and another to produce the chocolate bars. The whole process will be visible to the park visitors.
Tony’s Chocolonely Chocolate Circus is the proposed name for the public park. They hope to offer a total experience where visitors can learn more about chocolate, the problems prevalent in the cocoa industry, and how the company tackles those problems.
Read: This French Inventor Claims His Pills Makes Your Farts Smell Like Chocolate Or Roses
“Every year we ultimately want to receive 500,000 chocolate fans. With a ride on the roller coaster through the factory, we hope that visitors are so upset by Tony’s mission that they will participate to realise it.”
“Together making 100% slave free the norm in chocolate is leading in everything we do. In the national monument Pakhuis ‘De Vrede’ the head office of Tony’s Chocolonely will be located and as we are used to with Tony’s, the door is always open for everyone. The building therefore has a public character with restaurants, sports facilities and flex spaces for impact organisations.”
“It will be some time before the Tony’s Chocolonely Chocolate Circus opens its doors. But we have taken the first step. In a year or 3 it will be there. In the meantime, we will keep you informed.”
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truththeory--2020-06-19--The “Hey Siri, I’m Getting Pulled Over” Shortcut Can Help You Auto-Record Police

While the issue of police brutality has been a pressing one since many decades ago , but it has gained major traction after the murder of George Floyd .
Apple , in its efforts to bring balance , has introduced a voice automated “ I ’ m getting pulled over ” shortcut .
The feature will allow people to record police officers discreetly .
And Apple will automatically send the video recording and your location to a select group of your contacts .
The feature was created back in 2018 by Robert Paterson .
Once installed , you can command @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to activate the feature .
The “ I ’ m getting pulled over ” command will pause any audio or video that you might have been watching or listening to at that moment .
The feature will also lower your phone ’ s brightness and volume .
Your device will be put on Do Not Disturb mode , and the front camera will automatically start recording .
An automated text will also be sent to your friends and family , along with your current location .
Moreover , the video will be automatically @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Drive as a backup .
The 2020 version is an updated one .
Earlier , the recording had to be done manually , which was a huge issue , especially during a tense situation .
Now , the automated shortcut version 2.1 activates the feature by a user just saying , “ I ’ m getting pulled over.
” Most of the shortcuts are usually pre-installed in IOS devices , so you might not even have to download it .
But , just in case your device does not have it , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ App Store .
You can modify the shortcuts keeping in view your needs .
But if you want Peterson ’ s shortcut , you can change your settings to let a third-party shortcut make changes to your device .
Apple does not allow third-party shortcuts to operate in a device that has no shortcuts of its own .
So make sure that you create a shortcut and run it on your device .
Even if the shortcut is completely useless , it won ’ t matter , just run it once .
Read @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leader In Apocalypse Technology ” Says Elon Musk After you have done that , open Settings , go to Shortcuts , and tap on the “ Allow Untrusted Shortcuts ” option .
Once you are done with the settings , go to Apple ’ s App Store and download “ I ’ m getting pulled over.
” After it is installed , you will be given a tour of what can be done with the feature after it is activated .
Tap on the “ Add Untrusted Shortcut.
” A configuration screen will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to put in contact details of who you want to be notified , in case you are pulled over .
The contacts you provide will be notified of your live location , and the video recorded will also be sent .
Multiple people can be selected to be notified by the “ I ’ m getting pulled over ” shortcut .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
While the issue of police brutality has been a pressing one since many decades ago, but it has gained major traction after the murder of George Floyd. Apple, in its efforts to bring balance, has introduced a voice automated “I’m getting pulled over” shortcut.
The feature will allow people to record police officers discreetly. And Apple will automatically send the video recording and your location to a select group of your contacts.
Read: Zoom App Offers Free Videoconferencing Service For The Quarantine
The feature was created back in 2018 by Robert Paterson. Once installed, you can command Siri or tap on your phone once to activate the feature. The “I’m getting pulled over” command will pause any audio or video that you might have been watching or listening to at that moment.
The feature will also lower your phone’s brightness and volume. Your device will be put on Do Not Disturb mode, and the front camera will automatically start recording. An automated text will also be sent to your friends and family, along with your current location.
Moreover, the video will be automatically saved in your Dropbox account or iCloud Drive as a backup.
The 2020 version is an updated one. Earlier, the recording had to be done manually, which was a huge issue, especially during a tense situation. Now, the automated shortcut version 2.1 activates the feature by a user just saying, “I’m getting pulled over.”
Install Apple’s “I’m Getting Pulled Over” Feature
Most of the shortcuts are usually pre-installed in IOS devices, so you might not even have to download it. But, just in case your device does not have it, you can download it from Apple’s App Store.
You can modify the shortcuts keeping in view your needs. But if you want Peterson’s shortcut, you can change your settings to let a third-party shortcut make changes to your device.
Apple does not allow third-party shortcuts to operate in a device that has no shortcuts of its own. So make sure that you create a shortcut and run it on your device. Even if the shortcut is completely useless, it won’t matter, just run it once.
Read: “We Want To Be A Leader In Apocalypse Technology” Says Elon Musk
After you have done that, open Settings, go to Shortcuts, and tap on the “Allow Untrusted Shortcuts” option.
Once you are done with the settings, go to Apple’s App Store and download “I’m getting pulled over.” After it is installed, you will be given a tour of what can be done with the feature after it is activated.
Tap on the “Add Untrusted Shortcut.” A configuration screen will pop up on your screen asking you to put in contact details of who you want to be notified, in case you are pulled over. The contacts you provide will be notified of your live location, and the video recorded will also be sent.
Multiple people can be selected to be notified by the “I’m getting pulled over” shortcut.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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truththeory--2020-06-19--Recreational Drug Test Will Remain Suspended In The NBA Giving Green Light For Players To Use Canabi

Recreational Drug Test Will Remain Suspended In The NBA Giving Green Light For Players To Use Canabis

In a mutual decision by the National Basketball Association and the athletes union , a decision has been made allowing athletes the use of recreational cannabis .
Once the COVID-19 interrupted NBA season will restart , the players will be tested only for performance-enhancing drugs , and nothing else .
As the pandemic put a short stop to athletes ’ practice sessions , many feared that the players would rely on PEDs to enhance their performance once the season starts .
The recent report should reassure everyone concerned , as the athletes will still be tested for drugs , exempting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ players union stated that they are still working on health and safety measures .
Modest importantly , the short season in Orlando that is supposed to close off 2020 will follow all the safety protocols .
On Monday , NBA reinstated Malik Monk , guard from Charlotte Hornets , who was suspended indefinitely after he violated NBA ’ s drug policy .
This only goes on to prove that the league is not interested in enforcing strict anti-recreational cannabis policies .
Many analysts have gone to interpret this move as the NBA ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anti-recreational drug testing against athletes .
The league is already suffering heavy losses since the pandemic has put a stop to their games .
NBA ’ s decision to exempt recreational cannabis from their anti-drug policies comes shortly after Creaci Labs , a cannabis company based in Chicago , announced Michele Roberts , onto their board .
Michele Roberts , former Harvard Law School faculty member and an experienced attorney is the executive director at National Basketball Players Association .
He has been the head of the union since the year 2014 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ legalizing medical marijuana and recreational cannabis since before it was legal .
Back in 2018 , he stated that the players ’ union was looking at options to allow athletes the use of medical and recreational cannabis .
Unfortunately , he had added that the federal government was standing against the decision .
Read : Judge Orders Cops To Return 1,800lbs of Cannabis Oil And $ 620,000 To Cannabis Farm Roberts has been quite vocal in his support too .
Jeff Sessions , Attorney General , had commented on the issue saying that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smoking drugs and added that athletes found guilty would be arrested .
Soon after the comment , Roberts criticized the attorney general and called him “ crazed.
” He added that the union will respect the law and protect the athletes from the federal government .
Adam Silver , the commissioner of the NBA , raised concerns over the contradicting cannabis rules among the state laws .
Since the federal and state laws vary from state to state with regards to the drug , there is a possibility that athletes might face charges @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under Schedule I narcotic , as per the federal Controlled Substance Act .
The Drug Enforcement Administration categorizes cannabis with heroin and LSD and defines the drug with no medical value .
In 2019 , William Barr , Attorney General , spoke in support of legalizing recreational cannabis across the US .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
In a mutual decision by the National Basketball Association and the athletes union, a decision has been made allowing athletes the use of recreational cannabis.
Once the COVID-19 interrupted NBA season will restart, the players will be tested only for performance-enhancing drugs, and nothing else. As the pandemic put a short stop to athletes’ practice sessions, many feared that the players would rely on PEDs to enhance their performance once the season starts. The recent report should reassure everyone concerned, as the athletes will still be tested for drugs, exempting recreational cannabis.
Read: Masked Music Producer Handing Out Free Weed And Quarantine Essentials Packages
The NBA and the players union stated that they are still working on health and safety measures. Modest importantly, the short season in Orlando that is supposed to close off 2020 will follow all the safety protocols.
Sources: The NBA and NBPA have agreed to conduct performance-enhancing drug testing during resumed 2019-20 season in Orlando — but tests for recreational drugs will remain suspended. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 8, 2020
On Monday, NBA reinstated Malik Monk, guard from Charlotte Hornets, who was suspended indefinitely after he violated NBA’s drug policy. This only goes on to prove that the league is not interested in enforcing strict anti-recreational cannabis policies.
Many analysts have gone to interpret this move as the NBA’s attempt to stop pouring money on anti-recreational drug testing against athletes. The league is already suffering heavy losses since the pandemic has put a stop to their games.
NBA’s decision to exempt recreational cannabis from their anti-drug policies comes shortly after Creaci Labs, a cannabis company based in Chicago, announced Michele Roberts, onto their board. Michele Roberts, former Harvard Law School faculty member and an experienced attorney is the executive director at National Basketball Players Association. He has been the head of the union since the year 2014.
Roberts has been a strong supporter of legalizing medical marijuana and recreational cannabis since before it was legal. Back in 2018, he stated that the players’ union was looking at options to allow athletes the use of medical and recreational cannabis. Unfortunately, he had added that the federal government was standing against the decision.
Read: Judge Orders Cops To Return 1,800lbs of Cannabis Oil And $620,000 To Cannabis Farm
Roberts has been quite vocal in his support too. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General, had commented on the issue saying that good folks don’t partake in smoking drugs and added that athletes found guilty would be arrested. Soon after the comment, Roberts criticized the attorney general and called him “crazed.” He added that the union will respect the law and protect the athletes from the federal government.
Adam Silver, the commissioner of the NBA, raised concerns over the contradicting cannabis rules among the state laws. Since the federal and state laws vary from state to state with regards to the drug, there is a possibility that athletes might face charges while traveling.
Cannabis is still classified under Schedule I narcotic, as per the federal Controlled Substance Act. The Drug Enforcement Administration categorizes cannabis with heroin and LSD and defines the drug with no medical value.
In 2019, William Barr, Attorney General, spoke in support of legalizing recreational cannabis across the US.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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truththeory--2020-06-19--Target Permanently Raises Minimum Wage By $2 From $13 To $15 Per Hour

Target , in their effort to boost their employees , has announced recently that they will raise the hourly minimum wage by $ 2 from $ 13 to $ 15 per hour .
The change will be a permanent one and will start on the 5th of July .
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a disaster for everyone , especially independent business owners .
But fortunately , for big corporations , their corporate safety net has enabled them to operate even when businesses are going down left and right .
So , Target ’ s actions come as a necessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ empathy towards their low wage workers .
Read : Nearly 9K Catholic Churches In The US Were Approved For “ Paycheck Protection ” Loans In a statement released , the corporate giant also promised a “ recognition bonus ” for frontline workers in their stores and distribution center .
The bonus will be one-time and will be a hefty amount of $ 200 .
Brian Cornell , CEO and chairperson of Target , said that the company appreciates the agility and resilience of its employees working during the global pandemic .
He added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by their store staffers are what keeps the company going .
The retail mammoth first decided and made public its intentions to increase the minimum wage in 2020 was in 2017 .
But since the pandemic escalated in March , Target had to bump the hourly minimum pay early .
The temporary increase was supposed to end by 4th July , but as has been announced , the change will be permanent .
Target CEO Brian Cornell also said that the company is dependent upon its team players to meet their yearly goals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge role in building a friendly community with their customers .
Target ’ s Efforts Come As A Sign Of Relief For Its Low Wage Employees The increase in hourly minimum pay is not the only decision the company has taken .
Target will now be offering its workers virtual access to doctors and health care workers .
The free virtual access will be activated throughout this year .
The offer will be available to all the staff members , regardless of whether they are enrolled in Target ’ s health care @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also extended all its vulnerable employee ’ s paid leave by 30 days .
Additionally , health care benefits will also be given to an employee ’ s family members .
Read : America ’ s Billionaires Gain $ 282 Billion During Three Weeks of Pandemic Target also stated that they will be increasing their investment in health care plans by around $ 1 billion more than what they invested last year .
The company added that the safety and well-being of their staff members are paramount .
The decision comes amidst a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to increase the minimum wage for their workers working during this global pandemic .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
Target, in their effort to boost their employees, has announced recently that they will raise the hourly minimum wage by $2 from $13 to $15 per hour. The change will be a permanent one and will start on the 5th of July.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a disaster for everyone, especially independent business owners. But fortunately, for big corporations, their corporate safety net has enabled them to operate even when businesses are going down left and right. So, Target’s actions come as a necessary step for them to ensure safety and empathy towards their low wage workers.
Read: Nearly 9K Catholic Churches In The US Were Approved For “Paycheck Protection” Loans
In a statement released, the corporate giant also promised a “recognition bonus” for frontline workers in their stores and distribution center. The bonus will be one-time and will be a hefty amount of $200.
Brian Cornell, CEO and chairperson of Target, said that the company appreciates the agility and resilience of its employees working during the global pandemic. He added that the incredible empathy and energy brought by their store staffers are what keeps the company going.
Target’s Decision To Raise Minimum Wage Will Affect 275,000 Employees
The retail mammoth first decided and made public its intentions to increase the minimum wage in 2020 was in 2017.
But since the pandemic escalated in March, Target had to bump the hourly minimum pay early. The temporary increase was supposed to end by 4th July, but as has been announced, the change will be permanent.
Target CEO Brian Cornell also said that the company is dependent upon its team players to meet their yearly goals. He added that the staffers play a huge role in building a friendly community with their customers.
Target’s Efforts Come As A Sign Of Relief For Its Low Wage Employees
The increase in hourly minimum pay is not the only decision the company has taken. Target will now be offering its workers virtual access to doctors and health care workers. The free virtual access will be activated throughout this year. The offer will be available to all the staff members, regardless of whether they are enrolled in Target’s health care plan.
Moreover, the company has also extended all its vulnerable employee’s paid leave by 30 days. Additionally, health care benefits will also be given to an employee’s family members.
Read: America’s Billionaires Gain $282 Billion During Three Weeks of Pandemic
Target also stated that they will be increasing their investment in health care plans by around $1 billion more than what they invested last year. The company added that the safety and well-being of their staff members are paramount.
The decision comes amidst a major push by the public for retailers to increase the minimum wage for their workers working during this global pandemic.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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truththeory--2020-06-19--Due To Lockdown An Endangered Seahorse Species Made A Comeback

Conservationists have been encouraged by the reappearance of spiny seahorses at Studland Bay off the Dorset coast .
A group of 16 of these amazing and much-loved creatures were recently spotted , including pregnant males and a juvenile .
It might not sound like much , but it was the largest sighting of seahorses in the area since 2008 and the first time they have been seen in two years .
The tiny seahorses are just the latest in a wide range of animals worldwide which appear to have been benefiting from what has been a quieter planet for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shut down or run at decreased capacity during the lockdowns which have been implemented in order to try and stem the Covid-19 pandemic .
Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if there has actually been a real increase in populations of species , or whether it ’ s rather a case of humans being more in tune to their environment as life has tended to slow down for many people .
It ’ s also however important to understand just how much of a knock-on effect human actions can have on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seahorses , it could well be the decrease in activities such as boating , fishing and diving which has allowed the creatures ’ natural environment , including the seagrass which they need to sustain themselves , to thrive .
“ We have seen so many seahorses because the food chain has recovered , giving seahorses plenty of food to eat , and crucially , somewhere to hide , ” said Neil Garrick-Maidment , founder of the Seahorse Trust .
“ The seagrass has started to repair itself , and the spiny seahorses have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as coronavirus restrictions are lifted and human activity starts returning to its previous levels , the concern is that fragile ecosystems such as the one these Dorset seahorses live in , could again come under threat .
The UK ’ s two native seahorse species , the spiny and the short snouted , have been given protected status since 2008 under the Wildlife and Countryside Act .
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By Anthony McLennan / Truth Theory
Conservationists have been encouraged by the reappearance of spiny seahorses at Studland Bay off the Dorset coast.
A group of 16 of these amazing and much-loved creatures were recently spotted, including pregnant males and a juvenile.
It might not sound like much, but it was the largest sighting of seahorses in the area since 2008 and the first time they have been seen in two years.
The tiny seahorses are just the latest in a wide range of animals worldwide which appear to have been benefiting from what has been a quieter planet for the last few months as many industries have shut down or run at decreased capacity during the lockdowns which have been implemented in order to try and stem the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if there has actually been a real increase in populations of species, or whether it’s rather a case of humans being more in tune to their environment as life has tended to slow down for many people.
Seahorses need seagrass
It’s also however important to understand just how much of a knock-on effect human actions can have on the environment. In this case with the seahorses, it could well be the decrease in activities such as boating, fishing and diving which has allowed the creatures’ natural environment, including the seagrass which they need to sustain themselves, to thrive.
“We have seen so many seahorses because the food chain has recovered, giving seahorses plenty of food to eat, and crucially, somewhere to hide,” said Neil Garrick-Maidment, founder of the Seahorse Trust.
“The seagrass has started to repair itself, and the spiny seahorses have taken advantage of this.”
Now, as coronavirus restrictions are lifted and human activity starts returning to its previous levels, the concern is that fragile ecosystems such as the one these Dorset seahorses live in, could again come under threat.
The UK’s two native seahorse species, the spiny and the short snouted, have been given protected status since 2008 under the Wildlife and Countryside Act. The Studland Bay area was declared a Marine Conservation Zone in May 2019
Read more: This Conservation Officer Who Was Fired For Refusing To Kill Bear Cubs Won Legal Battle Clearing His Name
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truththeory--2020-06-20--Study Finds Some Governments Already Using Contact Tracing Apps For Mass Surveillance

For months , privacy experts like Edward Snowden were warning about governments using virus contact tracing phone apps to conduct mass surveillance on citizen populations .
As most of us know , governments are already spying on domestic citizens , but if they have access to data from the contact tracing apps , it gives them yet another tool that helps to give them a clearer picture of everyone ’ s day to day activities .
The human rights group Amnesty International conducted a study analyzing COVID-19 contact tracing apps and found that applications for at least three countries , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dangerous security flaws .
The researchers looked at many of the popular contact tracing apps from 11 different countries : Algeria , Bahrain , France , Iceland , Israel , Kuwait , Lebanon , Norway , Qatar , Tunisia , and United Arab Emirates .
The apps that had the worst security flaws directly collected GPS data from users which matched with their identity , while the safer apps relied on anonymized Bluetooth signals .
In one strange case , the contact tracing app called “ BeAware Bahrain ” was used to recruit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the show , called “ Are You At Home ?
” the host used data that the government collected through the app to randomly call individuals to see if they were following all social distancing guidelines .
If they were deemed to be good citizens , they were given a financial reward .
By downloading the app , users were unknowingly giving their permission to appear on the game show .
Claudio Guarnieri , the head of Amnesty International ’ s Security Lab , which published the study , said that Norway @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app and replace it with a safer alternative after they were presented with the research .
“ Bahrain , Kuwait and Norway have run roughshod over people ’ s privacy , with highly invasive surveillance tools which go far beyond what is justified in efforts to tackle COVID-19 .
The Norwegian app was highly invasive and the decision to go back to the drawing board is the right one .
We urge the Bahraini and Kuwaiti governments to also immediately halt the use of such intrusive apps in their current form .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to a government database in real time – this is unlikely to be necessary and proportionate in the context of a public health response , ” Guarnieri said .
Likewise , the government of Bahraini has also promised to make small changes to its app , and is now allowing users to opt-out of participating in the game show , which will still continue to run .
In a statement , government officials in Bahrain said , “ The ‘ BeAware ’ app was designed for the sole purpose of advancing contact-tracing efforts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ entirely voluntary opt-in app… and all users are informed of its use of GPS software before downloading .
The app plays a vital role in supporting Bahrain ’ s ‘ Trace , Test , Treat ’ strategy and has helped to keep Bahrain ’ s Covid-19 death rate at 0.24 % .
11,000 individuals have been alerted through the app and prioritized for testing , of which more than 1,500 have tested positive.
” In most cases , if you have one of these apps downloaded on your phone and you come into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus , you will receive a notification or text message letting you know that you have been exposed and the message will instruct you to quarantine in your home for two weeks .
If you refuse to comply with the quarantine , the authorities will know , because your cellphone will be set to notify them if you leave a certain perimeter .
Leaving home without a phone isn ’ t an option either , because these apps are also used to gain entry to grocery stores and other businesses .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Snowden discussed the potential dangers posed by this technology .
As you might know , tech giants like Facebook , Twitter , and Google ( Also Youtube ) , increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative .
Freedom of speech should be the basic human right , however , in the current era , you are not allowed to share your views anymore .
Fortunately , alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free .
Minds.com is one of these platforms .
You can sign up for free , HERE , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Minds .

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By John Vibes / Truth Theory
For months, privacy experts like Edward Snowden were warning about governments using virus contact tracing phone apps to conduct mass surveillance on citizen populations. As most of us know, governments are already spying on domestic citizens, but if they have access to data from the contact tracing apps, it gives them yet another tool that helps to give them a clearer picture of everyone’s day to day activities.
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The human rights group Amnesty International conducted a study analyzing COVID-19 contact tracing apps and found that applications for at least three countries, Norway, Bahrain, and Kuwait had dangerous security flaws. The researchers looked at many of the popular contact tracing apps from 11 different countries: Algeria, Bahrain, France, Iceland, Israel, Kuwait, Lebanon, Norway, Qatar, Tunisia, and United Arab Emirates.
The apps that had the worst security flaws directly collected GPS data from users which matched with their identity, while the safer apps relied on anonymized Bluetooth signals.
In one strange case, the contact tracing app called “BeAware Bahrain” was used to recruit contestants for a TV game show. In the show, called “Are You At Home?” the host used data that the government collected through the app to randomly call individuals to see if they were following all social distancing guidelines. If they were deemed to be good citizens, they were given a financial reward. By downloading the app, users were unknowingly giving their permission to appear on the game show.
Claudio Guarnieri, the head of Amnesty International’s Security Lab, which published the study, said that Norway has agreed to scrap their contact tracing app and replace it with a safer alternative after they were presented with the research.
“Bahrain, Kuwait and Norway have run roughshod over people’s privacy, with highly invasive surveillance tools which go far beyond what is justified in efforts to tackle COVID-19. The Norwegian app was highly invasive and the decision to go back to the drawing board is the right one. We urge the Bahraini and Kuwaiti governments to also immediately halt the use of such intrusive apps in their current form. They are essentially broadcasting the locations of users to a government database in real time – this is unlikely to be necessary and proportionate in the context of a public health response,” Guarnieri said.
Likewise, the government of Bahraini has also promised to make small changes to its app, and is now allowing users to opt-out of participating in the game show, which will still continue to run.
In a statement, government officials in Bahrain said, “The ‘BeAware’ app was designed for the sole purpose of advancing contact-tracing efforts and saving lives. It is an entirely voluntary opt-in app… and all users are informed of its use of GPS software before downloading. The app plays a vital role in supporting Bahrain’s ‘Trace, Test, Treat’ strategy and has helped to keep Bahrain’s Covid-19 death rate at 0.24%. 11,000 individuals have been alerted through the app and prioritized for testing, of which more than 1,500 have tested positive.”
In most cases, if you have one of these apps downloaded on your phone and you come into contact with someone who tested positive for the virus, you will receive a notification or text message letting you know that you have been exposed and the message will instruct you to quarantine in your home for two weeks. If you refuse to comply with the quarantine, the authorities will know, because your cellphone will be set to notify them if you leave a certain perimeter. Leaving home without a phone isn’t an option either, because these apps are also used to gain entry to grocery stores and other businesses.
In an interview with Vice last year, Snowden discussed the potential dangers posed by this technology.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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truththeory--2020-06-20--Meditation Instead Of Detention Might Be The Best Way Forward For Our Education System

A constant argument against our education system is that it is archaic .
The methods used in most public schools have not been changed since before we can remember .
In this light , some public school ’ s decision to take up meditation over detention is a nice change of air .
Several schools in Pittsburgh have recently joined the growing modern education system by opting for meditation over detention .
Many forward-thinking educators have voiced their opinions against detention as it mentally frustrates a student .
Strict school rules and heavy homework can be stressful for children , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In that environment , giving that kid detention will only lead to further harm .
It can affect the kid ’ s self-confidence and make him/her act out in undesirable ways .
North Allegheny Superintendent , Robert Scherrer , said that the school is bringing mindfulness and teaching de-stressing methods to kids so that they can learn to cope with school stress .
Read : This Bronx Teen Teaches Math To Out-Of-School Students On Tik Tok It has been often noted that American schools can be much more stressful because of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school shootings , public schools have enforced strict security and lockdown drills , which can lead to heightened tensions .
Meditation over detention will definitely bring a wave of a fresh change in the student ’ s mindset .
Pittsburg is not the only city whose schools are practicing this new technique .
Many schools in San Francisco have successfully implemented this new mindful system .
Public Schools Experienced The Benefits Of Meditation Over Detention In an interview with NBC , Barry O ’ Driscoll , athletic director in a San Francisco school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the new system at first .
But after introducing the ‘ Quiet Time ’ for four years , the school saw a tremendous decrease in suspensions by 79 percent .
Meanwhile , the overall attendance percentage went up by 98.3 percent , and the overall GPA too went up by 4 percent .
Another school that ’ s experienced the success of this new system is Burton High .
The principal of the school , Bill Kappenhaggen , boasts of a decrease of 75 percent in student suspensions .
Not only that , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to the upper-middle level of the academic ladder in California .
The school , earlier infamous for infighting , was at the bottom of the ladder before they opted for meditation over detention .
Read : ‘ Proudest Father On The Planet ’ – Dad Celebrates Down Syndrome Daughter ’ s College Graduation A student commented that meditating makes her aware of her actions .
Another student said that this mindful practice helps him calm down .
When asked if meditating could bring down the cases of violence outside of school , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added that the practice will help the students cope with violence , trauma , and stress in a better way .
Besides , one of the main reasons for teenagers acting out is because they often get confused with the way this world works .
Meditating will help them be aware of their emotions and the energies around them .
And this is much better than airing one ’ s anger through detention .
The world , and the school system , need to realize that meditation over detention is the way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tech giants like Facebook , Twitter , and Google ( Also Youtube ) , increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative .
Freedom of speech should be the basic human right , however , in the current era , you are not allowed to share your views anymore .
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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
A constant argument against our education system is that it is archaic. The methods used in most public schools have not been changed since before we can remember. In this light, some public school’s decision to take up meditation over detention is a nice change of air.
Several schools in Pittsburgh have recently joined the growing modern education system by opting for meditation over detention. Many forward-thinking educators have voiced their opinions against detention as it mentally frustrates a student.
Mindfulness Encouraged In A New School System
Strict school rules and heavy homework can be stressful for children, especially kids who come from unsettled homes. In that environment, giving that kid detention will only lead to further harm. It can affect the kid’s self-confidence and make him/her act out in undesirable ways.
North Allegheny Superintendent, Robert Scherrer, said that the school is bringing mindfulness and teaching de-stressing methods to kids so that they can learn to cope with school stress.
Read: This Bronx Teen Teaches Math To Out-Of-School Students On Tik Tok
It has been often noted that American schools can be much more stressful because of the frequent mass shooting incidents. Due to school shootings, public schools have enforced strict security and lockdown drills, which can lead to heightened tensions. Meditation over detention will definitely bring a wave of a fresh change in the student’s mindset.
Pittsburg is not the only city whose schools are practicing this new technique. Many schools in San Francisco have successfully implemented this new mindful system.
Public Schools Experienced The Benefits Of Meditation Over Detention
In an interview with NBC, Barry O’Driscoll, athletic director in a San Francisco school, admitted that he was skeptical about the new system at first. But after introducing the ‘Quiet Time’ for four years, the school saw a tremendous decrease in suspensions by 79 percent. Meanwhile, the overall attendance percentage went up by 98.3 percent, and the overall GPA too went up by 4 percent.
Another school that’s experienced the success of this new system is Burton High. The principal of the school, Bill Kappenhaggen, boasts of a decrease of 75 percent in student suspensions. Not only that, but the school has also bumped itself up to the upper-middle level of the academic ladder in California. The school, earlier infamous for infighting, was at the bottom of the ladder before they opted for meditation over detention.
Read: ‘Proudest Father On The Planet’ – Dad Celebrates Down Syndrome Daughter’s College Graduation
A student commented that meditating makes her aware of her actions. Another student said that this mindful practice helps him calm down.
When asked if meditating could bring down the cases of violence outside of school, Kappenhaggen replied that it might not. He added that the practice will help the students cope with violence, trauma, and stress in a better way.
Besides, one of the main reasons for teenagers acting out is because they often get confused with the way this world works. Meditating will help them be aware of their emotions and the energies around them. And this is much better than airing one’s anger through detention.
The world, and the school system, need to realize that meditation over detention is the way forward.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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truththeory--2020-06-19--Netflix CEO And His Wife Donates $120 Million To Historically Black Colleges

Reed Hastings , the billionaire founder of streaming platform Netflix , and his wife Patty Quillin have made a donation of whopping $ 120 million for historically Black colleges and universities ( HBCUs ) in America .
This comes after the murder of George Floyd by police in a case of racial injustice .
This $ 120 million is the single largest donation from any individual or couple towards racial justice post the case of George Floyd .
This donation shows how Silicon Valley millionaire and billionaire philanthropists are trying to support nonprofits working for racial causes .
While such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will say how far the SV companies are willing to usher in fundamental changes in their own power structures .
Read : Hero BLM Protester Delivers Powerful Statement On Why He Saved Counter Protester ’ s Life From the $ 120 million donation , $ 40 million each will go to Spelman College and Morehouse College , two of the most prominent HBCUs .
Another $ 40 million will be sent to the United Negro College Fund , a fund taking care of scholarships in historically Black schools .
These hefty sums are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ endowments .
Currently , the endowment for Spelman is $ 390 million , $ 145 million for Morehouse , and $ 100 million for UNCF .
Billionaires are turning more skeptical about their donations towards elite colleges which already draw massive endowments .
They are also skeptical of the tax breaks they get from these gifts .
On the other hand , donations to HBCUs would be easier to defend given the underrepresented demographic they serve and the smaller endowments for them .
But some oppose saying that the federal government could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black colleges and universities if the rich ones like Hastings were taxed heavily .
“ Both of us had the privilege of a great education and we want to help more students — in particular students of color — get the same start in life .
We hope this additional $ 120 million donation will help more Black students follow their dreams and also encourage more people to support these institutions — helping to reverse generations of inequity in our country.
” The announcement of this donation towards HBCUs comes one day after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a retreat center in Colorado for education reformers and teachers .
To date , Hastings has dedicated nearly $ 5 billion from his personal net worth for education reform and the expansion of charter schools .
The Netflix founder is not only reaching out himself but also urging other leaders to do the same for historically Black institutes .
Promises from tech companies have been mostly very focused so far .
Apple and YouTube have both promised one hundred million dollars for investments in the Black community .
Unidentified racial justice cases will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Netflix has pledged another five million dollars for black creators and businesses .
Read : Kanye West Will Pay For The College Tuition Of George Floyd ’ s Daughter Till now Americans have pledged and committed nearly $ 2 billion for racial justice since the death of Floyd .
The biggest individual promise among that came from Michael Jordan , a gift of $ 100 million .
While everyone appreciates Hastings ’ donation for the historically Black institutes , it is a growing concern that financial commitments are not enough to address the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Silicon Valley and many other quarters are still accused of perpetuating racial injustice against not just Blacks but also against most people of color .
As you might know , tech giants like Facebook , Twitter , and Google ( Also Youtube ) , increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative .
Freedom of speech should be the basic human right , however , in the current era , you are not allowed to share your views anymore .
Fortunately , alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free .
Minds.com is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sign up for free , HERE , and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds .

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By Mayukh Saha / Truth Theory
Reed Hastings, the billionaire founder of streaming platform Netflix, and his wife Patty Quillin have made a donation of whopping $120 million for historically Black colleges and universities(HBCUs) in America. This comes after the murder of George Floyd by police in a case of racial injustice. This $120 million is the single largest donation from any individual or couple towards racial justice post the case of George Floyd.
This donation shows how Silicon Valley millionaire and billionaire philanthropists are trying to support nonprofits working for racial causes. While such displays have been common, the future will say how far the SV companies are willing to usher in fundamental changes in their own power structures.
Read: Hero BLM Protester Delivers Powerful Statement On Why He Saved Counter Protester’s Life
From the $120 million donation, $40 million each will go to Spelman College and Morehouse College, two of the most prominent HBCUs. Another $40 million will be sent to the United Negro College Fund, a fund taking care of scholarships in historically Black schools. These hefty sums are expected to add considerably to the HBCUs’ endowments. Currently, the endowment for Spelman is $390 million, $145 million for Morehouse, and $100 million for UNCF.
Billionaires are turning more skeptical about their donations towards elite colleges which already draw massive endowments. They are also skeptical of the tax breaks they get from these gifts. On the other hand, donations to HBCUs would be easier to defend given the underrepresented demographic they serve and the smaller endowments for them. But some oppose saying that the federal government could considerably increase the funding for such historically Black colleges and universities if the rich ones like Hastings were taxed heavily.
Coming from Hastings and Quillin:
“Both of us had the privilege of a great education and we want to help more students — in particular students of color — get the same start in life. We hope this additional $120 million donation will help more Black students follow their dreams and also encourage more people to support these institutions — helping to reverse generations of inequity in our country.”
The announcement of this donation towards HBCUs comes one day after Recode reported Hastings’ secret funding of a retreat center in Colorado for education reformers and teachers. To date, Hastings has dedicated nearly $5 billion from his personal net worth for education reform and the expansion of charter schools.
The Netflix founder is not only reaching out himself but also urging other leaders to do the same for historically Black institutes. Promises from tech companies have been mostly very focused so far. Apple and YouTube have both promised one hundred million dollars for investments in the Black community. Unidentified racial justice cases will receive ten million dollars from Facebook while Netflix has pledged another five million dollars for black creators and businesses.
Read: Kanye West Will Pay For The College Tuition Of George Floyd’s Daughter
Till now Americans have pledged and committed nearly $2 billion for racial justice since the death of Floyd. The biggest individual promise among that came from Michael Jordan, a gift of $100 million.
While everyone appreciates Hastings’ donation for the historically Black institutes, it is a growing concern that financial commitments are not enough to address the racial injustice present in the US. Silicon Valley and many other quarters are still accused of perpetuating racial injustice against not just Blacks but also against most people of color.
As you might know, tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Google (Also Youtube), increasingly censor information that does not fit the mainstream narrative. Freedom of speech should be the basic human right, however, in the current era, you are not allowed to share your views anymore. Fortunately, alternative platforms appear that are censorship-free. Minds.com is one of these platforms. You can sign up for free, HERE, and make sure you follow Truth Theory on Minds.
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