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12:00 a.m.
Kansas University debate team members Nate Johnson, left, and Brett Bricker led the to its first National Debate Tournament victory in 26 years. KU debaters faced fierce competition and came out national champs
By Andy Hyland
11:55 a.m., March 31, 2009 Updated 5:19 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The road to Kansas University’s first debate national title in 26 years didn’t come easy.
6:00 a.m.
Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, from left, stands with former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole and Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., Tuesday in Washington, D.C., before the start of her confirmation hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Sebelius is President Barack Obama’s choice to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Sebelius says she corrected tax returns to fix ‘minor’ error
By Erica Werner - Associated Press Writer
4:52 p.m., March 31, 2009 Updated 5:00 p.m. in print edition on 6A
Health and Human Services nominee Kathleen Sebelius recently corrected three years of tax returns and paid more than $7,000 in back taxes after finding “unintentional errors” — the latest tax troubles for an Obama administration nominee.
10:00 a.m.
Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson introduces himself to Saralyn Reece Hardy, director of the Spencer Museum of Art, after his talk on climate change Tuesday at Kansas University. Lt. Gov. says scientists, not politicians, will save environment
By Mark Fagan
April 1, 2009 in print edition on 1A
Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson is counting on scientists at Kansas University and elsewhere to solve the world’s global-warming problems. That’s because government leaders, he figures, simply don’t have the knowledge, expertise or political will to get the job done.
2:00 p.m.
The Kansas Senate passed a bill banning smoking statewide on Tuesday. In this file photo, a resident is pictured smoking a cigar outdoors. Senate passes smoking-ban bill that is stricter than Lawrence’s
By Scott Rothschild
12:58 p.m., March 31, 2009 Updated 2:45 p.m. in print edition on 1A
The city of Lawrence started the public smoking ban movement in Kansas, but a proposed statewide ban is stricter than Lawrence’s ordinance.

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Caretakers need support, education
By Cathy Hamilton
April 1, 2009
More than 52 million Americans are expected to provide care to an elderly or frail family member this year.
Briscoe still being held out of KU practice
By Dugan Arnett
April 1, 2009
Almost a week after Kansas University football coach Mark Mangino revealed that receiver Dezmon Briscoe had been suspended from the team indefinitely, the coach acknowledged Wednesday that the sophomore receiver still hadn’t received clearance to practice with the team.
FINAL: KU women advance to WNIT final with 75-72 victory over Illinois State
By Jesse Newell
06:56 p.m., April 1, 2009 Updated 10:57 p.m.
Danielle McCray scored 31 points; Jayhawks will take on South Florida at 1 p.m. Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.
Recruit Henry’s dad: KU in the mix
By Gary Bedore
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B1
The Henry family is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. today in Oklahoma City to discuss the futures of basketball-playing brothers Xavier and C.J. Henry.
KU unveils master plan, aims to preserve campus history
By Andy Hyland
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
A campus heritage plan at Kansas University is calling for a renewed focus on preservation of the historic campus while recognizing that growth is inevitable.
Legislature approves restrictions on personalized license plates
Staff Report
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A1
A bill sent Wednesday to Gov. Kathleen Sebelius’ desk would limit a specific combination of letters, numbers or both on a plate to only one vehicle in the state. Currently, a specific combination of letters, numbers or both on a plate can be given to one vehicle in each of Kansas’ 105 counties.
Former KU employee serving time for theft from campus buildings
By Jesse Fray
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
A former Kansas University employee is serving one month in Douglas County Jail, after pleading guilty to charges of stealing thousands of dollars of equipment from various campus buildings, court records said.
Lawyer requests psychological evaluation for suspect in triple shooting
By Janet Reid
04:06 p.m., April 1, 2009 Updated 05:41 p.m. in print edition on A3
An attorney for a 22-year-old Overland Park man accused of shooting three people outside a Lawrence bar wants a psychological evaluation performed on his client.
KU ends athletic ticket discounts for faculty and staff, citing budget concerns
By Chad Lawhorn
03:59 p.m., April 1, 2009 Updated 06:28 p.m. in print edition on A1
The days of discounted athletic tickets for Kansas University faculty and staff are at least temporarily over while KU battles a tightening budget.
Vote on coal-fired power plants expected Thursday
Associated Press
April 1, 2009
Legislative leaders expect votes Thursday on a bill allowing two coal-fired power plants in southwest Kansas.
Westar rates projected to rise again
By John Hanna - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A1
Westar Energy Inc. customers are likely to see their rates rise $80 million or more over the next year, on top of a significant increase Kansas regulators approved about two months ago.
Lawrence No. 2 on list of “great college basketball towns to visit”
By Mark Fagan
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
Lawrence ranks among five “great college basketball towns to visit,” according to CNN.com.
KU names interim dean of new music school
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009
Alicia Ann Clair, a Kansas University professor of music education and music therapy, has been named interim dean of KU’s new School of Music, effective July 1. Plans call for a national search for a permanent dean to launch in the fall.
City commission candidates: Downtown is important to city
By Chad Lawhorn
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B7
Everybody loves downtown. At a forum Wednesday morning sponsored by Downtown Lawrence Inc., all eight candidates for the Lawrence City Commission gushed about the importance of keeping downtown healthy.
Two egg hunts scheduled for April 11
By Chad Lawhorn
April 1, 2009
The city of Lawrence will sponsor two egg hunts on April 11.
Jamie Shew answers questions about his staff’s decision to use social media to reach voters
By George Diepenbrock
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A5
This is the transcript of a Journal-World interview with Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew about his office using the micro-blogging Web site, Twitter, to send information about local elections.
County elections clerk embracing social media to get out the vote
By George Diepenbrock
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A5
It was a short message Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew posted on Friday through the micro-blogging Web site, Twitter.
Another group files to operate Wyandotte County casino
Associated Press
April 1, 2009
Penn National Gaming Inc. wants to operate the state-owned casino in Wyandotte County.
Tickets on sale for KU-Illinois State women’s NIT game tonight
April 1, 2009
Tickets are available for Wednesday night’s WNIT semifinal game between Kansas University’s women’s basketball team against Illinois State at 7 p.m. at Allen Fieldhouse.
Pickets go down at KC’s Arrowhead Stadium
Associated Press
08:13 a.m., April 1, 2009 Updated 11:14 a.m.
The cement finishers’ union went on strike Wednesday morning, bringing an unexpected halt to construction at Kauffman and Arrowhead stadiums. By Wednesday afternoon, however, the pickets were down as negotiations continued.
Nation at war warrants support
By Cal Thomas
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
One frequently reads and hears that Afghanistan has become “Obama’s war.” The implication by many who use that phrase is that if things go badly in Afghanistan, President Obama will be blamed and it will cause him political damage. But if things go well, who will get the credit? It won’t be George W. Bush, of that you can be sure.
Legalized drugs may do less harm
By Leonard Pitts Jr.
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
Maybe we should legalize drugs. I come neither eagerly nor easily to that maybe. Rather, I come by way of spiraling drug violence in Mexico that recently forced Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to acknowledge the role America’s insatiable appetite for narcotics plays in the carnage.
What to do about Conficker worm
By Jordan Robertson - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C10
The Conficker worm, a nasty computer infection that has poisoned millions of PCs, will start ramping up its efforts today to use those machines for cybercrimes. It’s unclear whether everyday PC users will even notice, but this is as good an excuse as any to make sure your computer is clean.
Recession stirs up at-home cooking in weak economy
By Betsy Vereckey - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C10
Americans have some catching up to do in the kitchen. Take Eric Bonetti. The public relations worker from Fairfax, Va., spent the past few years working up to a four-night-a-week dining out habit. Now, like many Americans, he’s trying to save money on food. The problem is, he lost touch with his inner chef.
7 tips for buying long-term care insurance
Associated Press
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C10
One option for addressing the high costs of long-term care is to buy an insurance policy. Policies can cover the cost of hiring someone to help the recipient with in-home cleaning, cooking, bathing and dressing. Coverage may also include assisted living in a facility outside the home or could include nursing home care.
Study: Retirees ill prepared for long-term care costs
By David Pitt - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C10
The high cost of long-term health care will drag down the quality of life for nearly two-thirds of today’s retirees. It can cost $77,000 a year for a nursing home room and $20,000 for in-home care, expenses that many people are ill prepared to absorb, said the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College.
Check the label for safest packaging to use in microwave
By Susan Krumm
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C1
What’s the safest way to defrost food in the microwave?
Cut fat from breaded chicken recipe
McClatchy Newspapers
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C3
This recipe delivers the crunch of fried chicken with a fraction of the oil and mess.
Get stadium-style fries at home
Associated Press
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C2
No one taking you out to the ball game?
Education funds
Bill Payne
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
To the editor: The March 26 Journal-World front page says it all. A teacher makes a deal with a pizza restaurant in order that students have writing paper. Lawmakers are confused about the size of education cuts. The Kansas University Athletic Department has $24 million to spend building an Olympic Village.
Fool-you foods: Added nutrients give processed snacks unexpected perks
By Sarah Henning
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C1
Your local yogurt aisle has evolved.
Lt. Gov. says scientists, not politicians, will save environment
By Mark Fagan
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A1
Lt. Gov. Mark Parkinson is counting on scientists at Kansas University and elsewhere to solve the world’s global-warming problems. That’s because government leaders, he figures, simply don’t have the knowledge, expertise or political will to get the job done.
Hallmark plants expand 99-cent line
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B6
The Lawrence and Topeka production centers for Hallmark Cards are splitting work on the company’s new line of 99-cent greeting cards. “People are returning to basics, reaching out and letting people know they’re loved and appreciated just to say thanks,” said Tressa Angell, senior product manager for the Kansas City-based company, in a statement.
Jayhawks take on Illinois St. in WNIT semis
By Chuck Woodling
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B1
They say Danielle McCray does it all for Kansas University’s women’s basketball team. Yet Kristi Cirone may do even more for Illinois State than McCray does for the Jayhawks.
Danielle and the Miracles
Kansas junior in midst of sizzling streak
By Dugan Arnett
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B1
For the most part, no one can quite put a finger on what has gotten into Kansas University junior Danielle McCray lately. People try, of course.
LHS soccer wins opener
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
Becky Davis scored three times, goaltender Emma Lumpe recorded a shutout, and Lawrence High’s girls soccer team opened its season with an 8-0 victory over Augusta on Tuesday in the McPherson Tournament.
D’oh! Simpsons to appear on stamps
Associated Press
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Don’t have a cow, man! The Simpsons will appear on postage stamps. America’s most enduring — or is that endearing — dysfunctional family will be honored on their own stamps, the Postal Service announced.
Big summit, small hopes: Leaders meet on economy
By Tom Raum - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Desperate but divided on ways to lift their nations from economic misery, world leaders converged for an emergency summit Tuesday holding scant hopes of finding a magic-bullet solution for the crisis that brought them hurrying to London.
Charges could land 2 Americans in prison
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Two American journalists detained in North Korea could land in a notorious labor camp for years if convicted on charges of illegal entry and “hostile acts.” But the regime may be more interested in using the reporters as leverage in talks with the U.S.
Lawmakers push to open travel to Cuba
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
It’s time for Congress to end restrictions that for more than half a century have prevented most Americans from visiting Cuba, a bipartisan group of senators said Tuesday. The lawmakers, at a news conference where they were joined by trade and human rights groups, also made clear that their proposal to allow travel should be a first step toward breaking down economic and trade barriers between the two countries.
British hand off to U.S. in southern Iraq
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Britain turned over coalition command of the oil-rich south to the United States on Tuesday in the first step toward withdrawing virtually all British troops from Iraq by July. The pomp-filled ceremony marked the beginning of the end of an often-troubled British mission. The Iraqis have accused the British of merely standing by while Shiite militias wielded control of the country’s second-largest city of Basra for years.
Plavix, aspirin combo helps prevent strokes
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Taking the blood thinner Plavix along with aspirin helped prevent strokes and heart attacks in people with a common heartbeat abnormality that puts them at high risk of these problems, doctors reported Tuesday. The treatment is for atrial fibrillation, a rhythm disorder that 2.2 million Americans have. It occurs when the upper parts of the heart quiver instead of beating properly.
Taliban chief threatens strike on Washington
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A2
Pakistan’s Taliban chief claimed responsibility Tuesday for a deadly assault on a police academy, saying he wanted to retaliate for U.S. missile attacks on the militant bases on the border with Afghanistan. Baitullah Mehsud, who has a $5 million bounty on his head from the United States, also vowed to “amaze everyone in the world” with an attack on Washington or even the White House.
Congress expands AmeriCorps
By Ann Sanner - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A6
Tens of thousands of Americans, from teenagers to baby boomers, soon will get a fresh chance to lend a helping hand in a time of need. The House voted 275-149 Tuesday for a $5.7 billion bill that triples positions in the Clinton-era AmeriCorps program, its largest expansion since the agency’s creation in 1993, and establishes a fund to help nonprofit organizations recruit and manage more volunteers.
Veritas to enroll kindergartners Friday
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A4
Veritas Christian School, 256 N. Mich., will conduct kindergarten enrollment from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., 11 a.m. to noon and 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday. Call 749-0083 for more information.
CNN political director discusses media, Obama
By George Diepenbrock
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A4
During an economic crisis, President Barack Obama has maintained 60 percent approval ratings early in his term. And so far, the public has not tied the Democratic administration to the economy, CNN’s political director said Tuesday in Lawrence.
Medical advice that can miss the mark
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B6
Conventional wisdom is hard to overturn. Remember when everyone knew they had to drink eight glasses of water a day to stay hydrated? According to the editors of Consumer Reports On Health, that bit of erroneous advice seems to have originated some 70 years ago from a misreading of government recommendations for total fluid intake from beverages and food, not just water.
Free State soccer ties
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
The Free State girls soccer team tied Shawnee Heights, 0-0, on Tuesday.
Habitat team to travel to Africa
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A5
A team of 10 people from Lawrence Habitat for Humanity will travel this summer to Mozambique to build houses. This will be the second time since 2005 that Lawrence Habitat is sending a team to the East African country.
Candidates file finance reports
By Chad Lawhorn
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A5
As Lawrence City Commission candidates sprint toward the April 7 election, the lone incumbent in the field had the most success in raising funds, according to new reports. City Commissioner Mike Amyx took in $12,453 in campaign contributions from Feb. 20 to March 26, according to new reports released Tuesday by the Douglas County Clerk’s office.
City Commission approves bus route
By Chad Lawhorn
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A5
The city and Kansas University in August will take their largest steps yet toward combining their public transit systems. City commissioners unanimously approved the creation of a new jointly operated bus route that will take riders from downtown through the KU campus and to the retail and apartment complexes on South Iowa Street.
Pump patrol
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
The Journal-World found gas prices as low as $1.92 at several stations.
LMH birthing center invests in training
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Family Birthing Center has received a $3,600 grant to purchase an infant resuscitation mannequin. The mannequin will be used in Neonatal Resuscitation Program courses and mock drills that are held in the newly renovated Family Birthing Center.
Kindergarten roundups begin on Thursday
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
Children who will be 5 on or before Aug. 31 are eligible for kindergarten enrollment in the Lawrence public school district. Kindergarten roundups begin Thursday and ends May 8. Parents should call their school for roundup times.
Kassebaum Baker to speak at memorial
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A3
Former U.S. Sen. Nancy Kassebaum Baker will be among the speakers at a memorial service for former Sen. James B. Pearson at 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church in Baldwin City. Pearson, a part-time resident of Baldwin City, died Jan. 13 at age 88. Pearson served from 1962 until 1978 in the Senate, and Kassebaum Baker was appointed to replace him when he retired.
Heidi, you’re out of touch
By Kevin McDonough
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B7
CBS celebrates April Fools’ Day with a reverse “punk’d” scenario. Celebrities participate in hidden-camera high jinks on “I Get That a Lot” (7 p.m., CBS). Jeff Probst (“Survivor”) works at a supermarket checkout counter and is besieged by shoppers who think they recognize the guy from around the tribal-council campfire.
People in the news
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B7
• Madonna confirms her adoption push in Malawi • Grieving Liam Neeson finishes work on film • Steve Martin to make Grand Ole Opry debut • ‘Real Housewives’ countess separates • Downey gives Sherlock Holmes action update • Makeup, fashion gurus sue Queen Latifah
Horoscopes
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B7
You often find life a mixed bag. Either you communicate with excellence or else you want to hole yourself up and not talk to anyone. As you flip back and forth, you might wonder what is going on with you this year. If you are attached, you will invest many more hours developing greater security and happiness. If you are single, you might jump into a live-in relationship too fast, as you want more of a domestic life.
Retired officers: Keep ban on gays
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A8
More than 1,000 retired military officers, including several who were top commanders, are urging President Barack Obama and Congress to maintain the law that bars gays from serving openly in the armed forces. Obama is consulting with the Pentagon on the issue and says he supports eventual repeal of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, which prohibits gays in the military from being open about their sexual orientation.
A trendy fish dish children will love
McClatchy Newspapers
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C2
Sliders (itty-bitty burgers) are all the rage. Upscale restaurants make them of Kobe beef; Steak ’n Shake recently introduced a mini menu. This recipe, ideal for Lent, uses tilapia as the protein. The recipe is from Regal Springs Tilapia, which has more kid-friendly recipes on its Web site.
Prep star delays decision
Stephenson to wait; Henry now available
By Gary Bedore
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B1
Lance Stephenson, who had planned on revealing his college choice at the start of Tuesday’s McDonald’s All-America game Media Day session, instead put his decision on hold.
LHS tennis takes 2nd
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
The Lawrence High boys tennis team turned in a solid showing Tuesday in Emporia, with the varsity team finishing second and the junior varsity squad taking first.
Wagon still has room
By Tom Keegan
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B1
It seemed like a good idea to Kansas women’s basketball star Danielle McCray at the time, so she told sky-walking Aishah Sutherland, a 6-foot-2 freshman from Perris, Calif., to dunk the ball during halftime warmups Monday night in Albuquerque.
Free State girls, boys win
Lawrence High boys take second, girls place third
By Jesse Temple
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
Long-sleeve spandex and over-sized hoodies ruled the day Tuesday afternoon as Lawrence High and Free State High athletes fought temperatures in the low 40s and 20 mph wind gusts to begin the 2009 track and field season at Free State.
LHS swimming dominates
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
Tuesday’s girls swimming meet at Lawrence High was such a mismatch that the LHS girls barely remembered how they finished.
Walkoff homer propels Kansas
By Dugan Arnett
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
t wasn’t exactly the performance Ritch Price hoped for, but the Kansas University baseball coach will certainly take it.
Multimedia trailblazer joins World Company
Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B6
Jane Stevens, internationally known multimedia journalist who’s currently a fellow at the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute at the University of Missouri, will start work in June as director of online strategies for The World Company.
Wall Street has whiplash of a quarter
By Tim Paradis - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B6
The first quarter on Wall Street was so extreme it included a bear market and a bull market all its own — moves that sometimes take years or more. Now investors head for spring still unsure which side is in control. From the second week of the year to early March, the Dow Jones industrial average lost more than a quarter of its value, plunging from just above 9,000 to below 6,550.
Special Olympics fights use of insulting word
By Gillian Gaynair - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A8
The Special Olympics launched a campaign Tuesday to banish the word “retard,” a casual insult that derives from an out-of-favor medical term and has long been considered inappropriate. People signed pledges not to use the word and students gathered to denounce its use at rallies from Florida to Alaska.
Not ‘all politics’
Jorge Soberon
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
To the editor: This last Saturday, Cal Thomas writes on climate change, doing his very best to misinform the public. He requests debating climate change and says with as many words that climate change scientists are avoiding such a debate.
KU Final Four
Local fans should pack Allen Fieldhouse for tonight’s semifinal match in the WNIT.
J-W Editorials
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
The Jayhawk basketball season isn’t over. The Kansas University men’s team has bowed out of the NCAA tournament, but the women’s team has advanced to the Final Four of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament.
Speaking of champs …
For the first time in 26 years, Kansas University debaters will bring home the national championship trophy.
J-W Editorials
April 1, 2009 in print edition on A7
The Rock Chalk Chant isn’t heard only at Kansas University athletic events. In fact, it reportedly was ringing through a hotel ballroom in Austin, Texas, early Tuesday morning after it was announced that two KU seniors had won the National Debate Tournament title. Brett Bricker, Wichita, and Nate Johnson, Manhattan, defeated the defending champions from Wake Forest to earn the title in a 4-1 decision.
Sun-Times Media Group files for bankruptcy
By Don Babwin - Associated Press Writer
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C10
The owner of the Chicago Sun-Times, a storied newspaper once home to legendary columnist Mike Royko and other greats, followed its hometown rival by filing for bankruptcy protection Tuesday — raising questions about whether both can survive in a brutal time for newspapers.
Quinoa Fritters perfect for Passover
Associated Press
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C1
The Seder rituals and readings before the Passover meal can seem endless on an empty stomach.
Varied seasonings make pork tenderloin a quick, tasty meal
McClatchy Newspapers
April 1, 2009 in print edition on C3
Roast pork tenderloin is an ideal weeknight meal — just stick a 1-pound loin in a 450- degree oven for just over 20 minutes, and it’s ready to eat. Here are ways to add flavor and “dress it up” a bit.
On the record
12:00 a.m., April 1, 2009 Updated 09:52 p.m. in print edition on A4
• A Lawrence man was hospitalized Tuesday night after a stabbing outside an apartment complex in the 1700 block of West 24th Street, police said. • Lawrence police arrested a 24-year-old man for attempting to elude officers early Tuesday morning. • A worker was injured Tuesday morning at the Kansas Turnpike construction site at the northern edge of Lawrence.
Baseball, softball games postponed
J-W Staff Reports
April 1, 2009 in print edition on B4
Wet grounds forced postponement of three scheduled high school baseball and softball games Tuesday.
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