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Christmas is fast approaching, and if you’re like us, then you may not be the most organised and have your present list all in order.

When it comes to planning what to gift our loved ones, whether that be a boyfriend, mum, sister, best friend, or even work colleague, it’s not the easiest of tasks.

Thankfully for you all, boohooMAN has released a variety of wonderful gift ideas via their Brand Locker to save you time sifting through the internet to find what you need.

The Locker is open from now, until Christmas Eve – and you can shop all your favourite brands from the likes of Kurt Geiger, Applied Nutrition, Creed, Cernucci, and Crocs.

So, whether you’re hunting for a new pair of shoes, the latest grooming essentials, gaming must-haves, or just a gorgeous piece of clothing, the boohooMAN Brand Locker has your back.

Better yet, you can get yourself an extra 12% off with the code: MAN12. How good is that?

After years of compiling gift guides, we’ve rounded up some of our most favourite picks from the website to help you get on your merry way, and provide some inspiration for what’s on offer from the brand.

Shop 10 of the best gifts from boohooMAN’s Brand Locker:

Beer Food Book – Recipes For Great Food to Eat with Beer

Some people don’t like to get into the kitchen and cook a lovely meal, but with the twist of “it will go well with a beer”, it is sure to give them that bit of encouragement that they might need.

Inside the pages are packed with simple recipes on how to cook the perfect Piri Piri Chicken, Lamb Shawarma, and crisp, crunchy Calamari Fritti. They’ve even thrown in their perfect beer pairings from around the globe, so they can set themselves a challenge to be more adventurous with their drink of choice.

Buy Now for £20

Menkind Wellbeing Portable Design Mini Massage Gun with 4 Heads

Give the gift of self-care this Christmas with an at-home massage gun. Whether they’re gym goers or just need some TLC, this gadget will have them thanking you for months.

It comes with four different attachments, so whether they’re looking for a deep tissue massage or just a gentle touch, this piece of tech will help ease any pain or discomfort. Its compact size also makes it brilliant to transport around if needed.

Buy now for £25 (was £30) – save 17%

Activity Superstore Relaxing Break In The Country Gift Experience

Treat yourself and a friend, or loved one, to an overnight stay in a rural location around the UK, as you get away from the hustle and bustle and unwind in the heart of some of the UK’s best countryside spots.

Choose from room only, pod stays, bed and breakfasts at charming cottages, peaceful B&Bs, tranquil farmhouses and more.

Buy Now for £79 (Was £89) – save 11%

boohoo Animal Print Jacquard Hooded Long Dressing Gown

Nothing says you’re thinking of someone other than gifting them a dressing gown for them to get cosy in during cold winter nights with a cup of tea on the sofa.

This subtle animal print style will feel like a warm hug with its super soft fabrication. So whether you’re having a pamper night in or getting ready to go out, this option will have them looking and feeling good.

Buy Now for £19.60 (was £28) – save 30%

Stuhrling Original 3917 Automatic Skeleton Watch

A signature watch is always a must in our opinion. This option from Stuhrling is an excellent choice as its exposed mechanisms make for a stylish yet subtle timepiece that will effortlessly finish off any outfit that it is worn with. The black leather alligator strap allows for maximum versatility, so the investment won't be wasted.

Buy Now for £250.25 (was £1,595) – save 84%

L’Oreal Men Expert Bright & Bold Duo Gift Set For Him

If you really don’t know what to get the men in your life, then a skincare gift set is not to be amiss. This L’Oreal Men Expert Bright & Bold Duo gift set comes with a Hydra Energetic Vitamin C serum and an anti-fatigue daily moisturiser with SPF 15, making them look their handsome, refreshed selves in no time.

Buy Now for £18.20 (was £26) – save 20%

boohoo Marbelled Acrylic Clutch Bag

Whether you choose to gift this to yourself (because we all deserve to treat ourselves) or a girlfriend, sister-in-law, or work pal, it will be much appreciated.

A clutch bag is always needed in a woman’s wardrobe, as when in doubt of what to style your look with, this marbled acrylic design will have you receiving endless compliments.

Buy Now for £22.40 (was £32) – save 30%

Philips Series 3000 Cordless Body Groomer

Have them looking sharp and refined with this easy-to-use cordless body groomer that easily cuts through hair without causing any skin irritation. The user can choose from different comb lengths so they can achieve their desired look quickly and smoothly.

What’s even better is that it can be used in the shower, so any hair won't find its way onto the bathroom floor, but straight down the drain. It’s also compact, so they can throw it in their travel or gym bag for on-the-go grooming.

Buy Now for £44.95

Abercrombie & Fitch Authentic Night for Men Eau De Toilette, 100ML

We all remember walking into an Abercrombie & Fitch store when we were younger and being met with that scent that flooded our senses, so why not gift someone a fragrance of pure nostalgia that will promise to have people pay them attention for the right reasons? After all, we agree that there’s no better compliment than being told you smell great.

Buy Now for £30.75 (was £41) – save £25%

Sabrina Carpenter Sweet Tooth Eau De Parfum

Sabrina Carpenter has been one of the biggest artists over the last few years, and we love her for her confidence and sass, so why would you not want to smell like the star herself? Inspired by her love of desserts, you’ll find notes of Chocolate Marshmallow, Madagascan Vanilla and Jasmine Petals all coming together to create a sophisticated and standout fragrance.

Buy Now for £18.74 (Was £24.99) – save 25%

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The Princess of Wales is a known timeless dresser, but Prince William’s wife also has a penchant for sequin dresses, which many would describe as partywear.

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Back in the 80s and 90s, if you wanted to buy something you’d head down to your nearest Woolworths. No matter what you wanted, there was a good chance they sold it. 

Then Woolies tragically disappeared from UK high streets and Wilko became the place to go.

These days there are a handful of Wilko stores that have reopened as well as bargain retailers like B&M, Poundland and Home Bargains, but none have quite managed to fill the void left by the OG… or so we thought. 

It turns out, if you’re looking to recapture some of that 90s nostalgia with your shopping experience, there’s a little-known department store chain you’ll want to visit: Boyes.

The family-owned business currently operates more than 80 stores across the UK, many of which are located in the north of England. So if you live in London, it’s likely you might never have come across the chain before. 

What does Boyes sell?

Boyes sells everything from craft and hobby supplies, to clothing, bedding, beauty products and even food and according to social media users and customer reviews, it reminds them of being in ‘Woolworths’.

One very descriptive review of the retailer seems to sum up what you’ll find in one of these stores.

Posting on Facebook, Karen Gilfoyle explained: ‘For those asking – what do Boyes sell? It’s probably easier to list what they DON’T sell: Live elephants. That’s about it. 

‘Everything else I can think of, they sell in some form or other! It’s NOT like B&M – it’s a blast from the past, when Woolworths and similar shops sold virtually everything you could ever want.’

She continues: ‘It’s a family owned firm from Yorkshire, where it is rightly legendary – the flagship store in Bridlington is HUGE, and even has a cafe. And the prices are incredible – it really is like a time warp! 

‘If you think of Wilkos in its prime, crossed with Rowells from Stapleford, with a dash of M&S, WH Smith, Jessops-as-was, Skills toy shop and Hobbycraft thrown in, you’ll get the idea.’

And it seems the business certainly has a huge fan base, with people loving the ‘staggering’ bargain prices, as well as the sheer variety of random products found in store.

There are numerous reviews online praising the baffling experience of visiting Boyes, where you’ll find everything from fishing tackle to Adidas trainers.

The Station Road store in March has a Google ranking of 4.5/5 and dozens of five star reviews. In one, it’s hailed as an ‘old fashioned department store’ with an ‘astonishing’ range of products.

Sebastian Palmer writes: ‘We live within walking distance of the Boyes March branch, and shop there quite often. We love it, because it’s very like an old fashioned department store, stocking everything from cleaning stuff for the home or car, to cooking gear, fishing tackle, DIY supplies, clothes, shoes, craft supplies, you name it.

‘Sure, they don’t stock absolutely everything. But they carry a pretty astonishing range of stuff, and, nine times out 10, they have whatever it is we’re after, be it a light switch for the bathroom, or those fatty balls for feeding the birds.’

He adds: ‘The staff are friendly and helpful. And the prices are very competitive. So, Boyes is a great chain store: cheap, cheerful, with a staggeringly wide range of products. Highly recommended.’

Jane Edgley was also impressed with the stock, saying: ‘This shop has things that you can’t find anywhere else locally, you never know what goodies you might spot and the prices are very reasonable. It has a fabric and wool section, which is something that’s really hard to find these days.’

‘A place that provides the sort of family-friendly item that you never knew you needed until you found it there. Go prepared for the unexpected and you won’t be disappointed,’ proclaimed David Learner.

Many of the stores also still look straight out of the 80s or 90s, which has led to further comparisons with Woolworths online.

On TikTok @lifeatgully explored a store in Heanor for the first time and branded it a ‘retro supermarket’ and was intrigued by the font in the company branding, while @milliemayememorycorner shared a look at a store sharing: ‘Boyes always gives me like 90s/2000s vibes. The floor looks the same as it did when I was a kid.’

And a reviewer known only as Sindy claimed the Scarborough store was like ‘stepping back into 1987’.

She commented: ‘Beautiful… Just stunning. Like stepping back into 1987; nylon nighties and nail polishes galore, amongst a variety of other impulse buys and household goods. The aesthetic of Boyes sings to me. Please never update your stores or branding.’

Boyes dates back to 1881, when the founder, William Boyes, opened a small store in Eastborough, Scarborough, selling ‘selling odd lots and remnants from merchants’.

The business grew and William decided to expand the company in 1910.

Today W Boyes and Co Ltd have 83 stores throughout Yorkshire, the North East, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.

More recently the brand has been expanding across the UK, with a site opening in King’s Lynn in Norfolk, Hartlepool in County Durham and Dunstable in Bedfordshire.

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Cyber Monday may be over for another year, but if you’re on the hunt for electric toothbrushes and fear you missed the boat for a saving, you’re in luck as there are still huge deals to take advantage of – especially with Oral-B.

As of Tuesday morning, Amazon is still offering masses of dosh off its range of electric toothbrushes and replacement heads, with the Oral-B iO Series 5 still 61% off with a saving of £170.

Electric toothbrushes are often recommended by dentists, said to offer a more thorough clean than traditional brushes; they’re easy to use and even have handy timers, not to mention models with AI technology that let you know if you’re using too much or too little pressure when brushing, if you’ve managed to cover all your teeth and other handy stuff.

Pretty cool, right?

To save you time navigating what’s on offer, we’ve picked out a few of the brand’s best deals below that are still active (for now…).

Oral-B iO Series 5

This model works with an AI powered app to track exactly how you're brushing your teeth. There's also a light that shows if you're using too little, too much or just the right amount of pressure. Like the Smart 6, it comes with 5 brushing modes.

shop £109.99 (Was £280) – save 61%

Oral-B Vitality Pro

The budget-friendly Vitality Pro comes with three cleaning modes: daily clean, sensitive, sensitive plus as well as a two minute timer.

shop £29.99 (was £49.99) – save 40%

Oral-B Pro Sensitive Clean Electric Toothbrush Heads Pack of 10

These heads are compatible with all Oral-B electric toothbrushes except iO and Pulsonic models.

shop £41.49 (was £91.99) – save 55%

This Cyber Monday promotion isn’t just limited to toothbrushes, it covers a huge range of products, from kitchen appliances (including airfryers) to beauty products.

Just go to Amazon UK and choose the category you’re after.

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Amazon has finally launched its hotly anticipated Cyber Monday sale. While the deals are flooding in thick and fast, products are equally whizzing off the shelves too. 

With hundreds and thousands (maybe even hundreds of thousands) of products reduced across all categories, including beauty, fashion, home and technology, it can be overwhelming sifting through to find the best buys for you. But, we’re here to help. 

We have sifted through all the deals happening at Amazon to find the absolute best bargains, the price drops on bestselling items, and flash deals to spotlight the best of the best.

Take it as your one stop shop for everything, and make your Christmas shopping spree a breeze. 

From cleansers to TVs, take a look at the ultimate deals at Amazon this Cyber Weekend and from big names too.

Just in case you needed reminding, the sale runs until 1 December, but stock is selling fast, and some deals may not last for the entire duration. Our advice: if you see a steal, don’t think twice. 

Shop The Best Cyber Monday Amazon deals

Beauty

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid

It’s an ultra-lightweight sun protection that blends effortlessly into the skin, yet isn’t irritating. It’s easy to apply, leaves no whitecast – and it’s reduced.

BUY NOW FOR £13.69 (WAS £20.16) – save 32%

St.Tropez Self Tan Express Mousse

If you want to faux the sunkissed look without laying out inharmful UV rays then a fake tan is a worthy investment. This Self Tan Express Mousse develops in one hour (though you can leave on for longer), and leaves a natural bronzed look. Plus it has been reduced by 63%.

BUY NOW FOR £12.45 (WAS £33) – save 62%

ghd Original Hair Straightener & Styler

You simply can’t go wrong with a pair of GHD hair straighteners.I have had mine for over 20 years, and it’s still going strong. Safe to say if you purchase any GHD hair tool you will certainly get your cost per use out of it.

BUY NOW FOR £92.78 (WAS £139) – save 33%

Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara

It’s got 31,000 reviews – what more can we say? The tapered silicone brush features bristles of varied length, which means this brush coats every lash for a full length flutter.

BUY NOW FOR £6.59 (WAS £12.99) – save 49%

CeraVe Blemish Control Face Cleanser

Everyone needs a cleanser. Why? Because it removes any dead skin cells, make-up, dirt and grime from your skin’s surface that could contribute to blackheads and breakouts.

BUY NOW FOR £8.11 (WAS £13) – save 38%

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Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Digital Air Fryer

This two-drawer Air Fryer is the ideal gadget for those with large families, or hosting a big group. It holds 7.6 litres, and functions as a 6-in-1 tool because it can Air Fry, Max Crisp, Roast, Bake, Reheat, Dehydrate and much more all in one.

BUY NOW FOR £119.99 (WAS £199.99) – save 40%

Philips LatteGo 5400 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

If you want to get your caffeine fix at the touch of a button, the Philips LatteGo is the easy breezy appliance you will be grateful you invested in.Plus, it’s now on sale and could save you hundreds of pounds.

BUY NOW FOR £541.02 (Was £619.99) – save 13%

Echo Pop (Newest Gen)

If you are transforming your house into a smart home then it is worth investing in all the smart devices in the Amazon sale. The Echo Pop is a smart speaker, which is ideal for those who want extra surround sound when it’s movie night, or like to dance around to their favourite tracks. What we love is it is more discreet and takes up less space than a conventional speaker.

BUY NOW FOR £21.99 (WAS £44.99) – save 51%

Technology

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds

Apple’s new AirPods 4 deliver all-day comfort with a sleek redesign, improved sound powered by the H2 chip, and personalised Spatial Audio for an immersive experience. Features include enhanced call clarity with Voice Isolation, intuitive Siri controls, up to 30 hours of battery life, a smaller USB‑C charging case, and IP54 dust, sweat and water resistance.

BUY NOW FOR £99 (WAS £119)

Apple AirTag (4 pack)

If you have a tendency to misplace or lose your items, or you simply want to keep a check on your luggage when traveling then an AirTag is a genius invention to help you keep track of everything. It’s discrete, lightweight and easy to attach or slip into your case.

BUY NOW FOR £74 (WAS £119) – save 38%

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

Love a good book, but not the weight of carrying a 600-page novel on your commute? It’s time to convert to a Kindle, especially as it is featherlight and compact enough to fit in your bag.

BUY NOW FOR £134.99 (WAS £169.99) – save 21%

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max

Hailed the ‘most powerful 4K streaming stick’, combined with the fact it has garnered over 12,000 reviews, this is a gadget worth investing in – especially with £30 off.

BUY NOW FOR £39.99 (WAS £69.99) – save 43%

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Amazon might not be the first place you think of when shopping for new beauty products, but thanks to its Cyber Monday deals, there are some real bargains to be found.

Whether you’re stocking up on favourites or fancy trying out cult-status products for the first time, the savings right now are unbeatable.

There are some seriously good brands on offer too including ColorWow, Real Techniques and Elemis.

As a proud beauty addict, I’m constantly trying the latest launches and buying my tried and tested favourites. Which is precisely what we’re doing here.

I have tested everyone of the products below to bring you only the very best that beauty has to offer. Never tried a few of these? Trust me, they’ll take up permanent space in your beauty stash as soon as you do.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30 is a clinically proven anti-wrinkle moisturiser formulated to improve skin firmness, elasticity, and hydration. Enriched with marine and plant actives including padina pavonica, ginkgo biloba, and chlorella, it visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in 14 days. The lightweight formula includes broad-spectrum SPF30 to protect against UVA and UVB rays, helping to prevent sun damage.

BUY NOW FOR £61.91 (WAS £98) – SAVE 37%

Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3

If you’re yet to try the Medik8 range, you’re in for a treat, particularly with its Crystal Retinal 3. Formulated with vitamin A, expect to see an improvement to your skin’s texture, tone and glow. It also contains plenty of hyaluronic acid and glycerin to keep skin moisturised and comforted. I recommend gradually building up to nightly use though as some can experience irritation if used too often.

BUY NOW FOR £36.75 (WAS £49) – SAVE 25%

Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hair Oil Refillable

Dry hair? Then make a beeline for this hair oil. It has an incredible texture that softens and hydrates strands, never leaving your hair greasy or weighed down. It’s one of my holy grail products that has stood the test of time since its original launch in 2010 and it’s since been repackaged to look even more chic on your dressing table – what’s not to love?

BUY NOW FOR £40.33 (WAS £58) – SAVE 30%

St. Tropez Self Tan Express Mousse

English sunshine isn’t always reliable and a real tan isn’t good for your skin so, try this phenomenal fake tan. Apply all over then leave on from 1-3 hours depending on how deep you like your tan to be, then wash off. Voila! A gorgeous faux glow that isn’t streaky or orange. Plus, it’s currently 62% off.

BUY NOW FOR £12.45 (WAS £33) – SAVE 62%

Ariana Grande Cloud Eau de Parfum (100ml)

Spending Prime Day shopping for a new scent? With over 21,559 ratings on Amazon and 83% of those hitting five stars, Ariana Grande’s Cloud fragrance has earned itself a gold star from us. With notes of juicy pear, bergamot and coconut, it’s a delightfully sweet perfume that’s fruity and feminine.

BUY NOW FOR £43 (WAS £53) – SAVE 19%

CeraVe Moisturising Cream

Cash in on a 36% discount of this essential body cream. CeraVe are the owners of some of the most reliable and hard-working skincare products on the market and Prime Day is the time to fill your bathroom cabinet. I love the non-sticky, non-greasy texture of this body cream and it sinks in straight away so you can get dressed immediately.

BUY NOW FOR £10.50 (WAS £17) – SAVE 38%

Real Techniques Everyday Essentials Makeup Brush Set

No makeup bag refresh should be without new makeup brushes and this handy set from Real Techniques is currently 52% off. With essential brushes and a sponge to create a flawless makeup look, this Prime Day I’ll be adding to my makeup brush collection and saving myself some money.

BUY NOW FOR £16.09 (WAS £22.99) – SAVE 30%

ColorWow Dream Coat

Beloved by celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, who regularly uses it on the Kardashian sisters, the Dream Coat spray from ColorWow is going straight into my basket this Amazon Prime Day. Normally priced at £27, it can be yours for just £19. Acting as an anti-frizz, humidity shield for hair, I can’t live without this product (especially during this drizzly summer). Keep it on hand for hair wash days and to see the benefits, spritz your hair liberally before drying.

BUY NOW FOR £17.25 (WAS 27) – SAVE 36%

Elemis Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream

If you haven’t tried this shower cream yet, what have you been waiting for? With the most tropical, creamy, suncream-on-holiday scent, it’s indulgence at its best. Yes it costs a little more than your average shower cream but trust me when I say, once you’ve tried it you won’t be able to go without it and just for Amazon Pride Day, it’s 24% off.

BUY NOW FOR £21 (WAS £30) – SAVE 30%

L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Mascara

Not all of us are lucky enough to be blessed with long lashes but thankfully you can purchase L’Oréal’s Telescopic Mascara this Prime Day and change all that. This lash-stretching formula binds to lashes to give them impressive volume, lift and length in just a few swipes. It’s now available at the bargain price of £6.35 when it normally costs £10.99. Time to replenish your lash stash?

BUY NOW FOR £6.99 (WAS £10.99) – SAVE 36%

You’ll need to be quick getting your hands on these beauty goodies though as Cyber Monday ends this evening (December 1) – so what are you waiting for?

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LeeRay King was just 14 when he first picked up a vape.

The teenager quickly became addicted, going through ‘four disposables in a week’. He confesses to vaping ‘all day, every day.’

One night, LeeRay woke in agony and was rushed to hospital, where the devastating impact of his habit was revealed.

Doctors eventually had no choice but to remove some of LeeRay’s lung — and in a bid to make him see the error of his ways, gave him a bag containing parts of his own blackened organ, as a reminder of just how much trauma he’d put his own body through.

The now 17-year-old says he’ll ‘never touch a vape again.’

It was August 2024 when LeeRay, from Wellington, New Zealand, woke up in the middle of the night, struggling to breathe and with excruciating pain on his left side.

His mum, Kylee, shares that she woke up to hundreds of missed calls from her son: ‘I decided to take him to hospital and he keeled over in the front seat of the car and burst into tears in excruciating pain.’

When the pair arrived at the hospital, doctors conducted a number of different scans, ultimately finding that LeeRay has a very large pneumothorax. In non-medical terms: his left lung had collapsed.

Over the course of the next four months, the teenager’s left lung collapsed a further four times.

In an attempt to repair the damage, doctors eventually performed a pleurodesis — a procedure that creates a strong adhesion between the lung and the chest wall to prevent the re-accumulation of fluid.

However, this wasn’t enough to solve the problem entirely.

So, LeeRay then underwent procedure to remove a lining of the chest wall. known as a pleurectomy.

But it was the final surgery that had the biggest impact.

During LeeRay’s third time going under the knife, doctors removed a damaged chunk of his lung — handing the teenager a bag of his own blackened organ, as a reminder of just how much trauma he’d put his own body through.

Cleaning supervisor Kylee has called the entire ordeal ‘horrifying.’

‘When we picked it up, LeeRay pulled it out and we were both like “oh my god”,’ she shared.

She added: ‘I never realised vapes could do this. They advertise it to help give up smoking. You’re pretty much intentionally drowning your insides.’

LeeRay was equally shocked: ‘[What they found] made me realise I had fully damaged my lung. It was because of vaping and how much I was doing it a day,’ he says.

In October 2023, 12-year-old Sarah Griffin suffered a lung collapse and spent four days in an induced coma due to her heavy vaping habits.

The young girl from Belfast had actually first started vaping when she was just nine, regularly hiding her vapes from her mum by cutting holes in the carpet.

Sarah, who also has asthma, now has permanent damage to her lungs –the consequence of getting through a 4,000-puff vape (a regulation vape contains 600 puffs) in just a few days.

Now that LeeRay has also endured a near-death experience, he wants to do whatever he can to stop young kids from suffering a similar fate.

‘I actually went and talked to one of the primary schools near where I live. I don’t want them going through what I went through.’

‘It was a pain that no one at a young age should be going through. I would tell anyone don’t do it.’

The family have decided to bury LeeRay’s blackened lung in the garden, so that they can finally now put this awful experience to bed.

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