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IN THE HOUSE T H E M O N T H LY J O U R N A L O F M A N I L A H O U S E
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A CELEBRATION
BAR | CUISINE | ART | POP-UP | EVENTS
J U LY 2018
A Celebration
In This Issue
Last month, I was surprised and delighted to be notified that this newsletter, IN THE HOUSE, had been named by unanimous decision as Best In House Magazine in the inaugural Philippines Best Brand Awards.
Editor's Note
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Meet the Staff Orlando Tuazon
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General Housekeeping
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Interview Suyin Liu Lee
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On Show All-Access Pass
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Organized by CMO Philippines, in association with CMO Asia, a peer networking body of chief marketing officers throughout the region, the awards seek to identify and celebrate outstanding brand building and marketing by organizations, individuals and teams. As Dr. R L Bhatia, the founder, explained, "These awards are an independent brand recognition exercise initiated to give recognition to those brands and marketers who have achieved extraordinary success from innovative and effective marketing practices in Philippines. The Awards would be based not only on financial valuation, but by consumer preferences also. The Awards are held to foster marketing awareness in the professional community and inspire aspirations to achieve marketing excellence. The Mission of the Awards is to educate and disseminate the importance of branding in Philippines.�
Spotlight Manila Under America
We are proud and honored, of course, to receive this recognition, which means a lot to all of us at Manila House. We are still a young club, in existence for just over 18 months, and to have a brand cited by the Board of Judges as being well-defined is encouraging indeed.
In Case You Missed It Tea & Tradition House Guests The Creative Economy Asia Society x Manila House Ambassador Series
I’d like to thank the Management Team of Manila House - Anton San Diego, Ricco Ocampo, Gilbert Pangilinan, Katrina Craig, Vicki Aldaba and Jun Arcilla - as well as Doris Magsaysay-Ho and our Chairman Randy Roxas, for their support. And of course, much gratitude to our in-house graphic designer, Camille Flores De Mayo, without whom IN THE HOUSE would not have the strong visual identity that it does. Finally, a huge thank you to you, our Members, not just for supporting the Manila House brand, but for helping to create and sustain it.
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News Reaping Awards Benefits and Privileges
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Food and Drink
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Calendar of Events
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BAMBINA OLIVARES Director of PR and Arts, Culture and Education Programs
ON TH E C OVER:
Avenue Deck all decked out for an exclusive dinner
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MEET TH E S TA FF
Get to Know: Orlando Tuazon He keeps the facilities at Manila House in tip-top shape, drawing on his extensive experience in the industry What role do you play in Manila House? I play the role of Facilities Manager of Manila House How has your past work experience prepared you for your current job? First was my personal experience in designing electrical and floor plans. My father and I used to buld our own houses and apartments. This enhanced my knowledge in handling maintenance and construction scopes. Second, my experiences in different positions from the lowest to peak grade in various work environments that involved maintenance and housekeeping management. I started working in Magsaysay Maritime under the fleet of Costa Cruise Line. Due to perseverance and striving for excellence, I was promoted several times – from Housekeeping Cleaner to Assistant Housekeeping Manager. I also accepted an offer from Airways Hotel and Residences as an Esso Highland Limited Coordinator (VIP Long Staying Clients) and handled a 10-hectare property. And, I became a Hotel Manager in Kokopo Beach Bungalow
Resort; one of the most popular private resorts in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea, where proudly, the owner offered me this opportunity. Then I decided to work in Manila for good, and I became Operations Manager at REBM Homemaid Housekeeping and Maintenance Services before Manila House. What has been the most challenging aspect of your job so far? The most challenging aspect of my job right now is materializing facility plans using resources that we have, and successful execution of the latter without overshooting the allotted budget. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? My short-term goal is to have my career established. My long-term goal is to have a family of my own and a sole business to manage What do you like to do when you are not working? I like driving out of town, spending time making memories with my loved ones.
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SO CIA L MEDIA PO LICY We understand the confusion surrounding our social media policy and wish to take the opportunity to inform you that we have reviewed and revised our policy as under: Manila House’s policy goal has always been to protect the privacy of each Member. Members are asked not to take wide shots nor post photographs that may include Members who are unaware they are part of the picture. You are welcome to take photographs of the food. Kindly refrain from disclosing or identifying any other Members or their Guests who are in the Club in any media, including social media and personal blogs. Similarly, Members and their Guests must refrain from identifying or describing any private hire or Member event occurring on Club premises. For specific situations requiring photography and/or press coverage, please discuss with Management. Hidalgo Hallway
TEMPORARY JUNIOR SUMMER MEMBERSHIPS
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We are pleased to announce once more our special summer offer for your children who are home for the summer holidays. The Temporary Junior Summer Membership is available to your young adult children aged between 18 to 27 years old for the period 15 June to 30 September 2018.
Special Summer Membership Fee P5000 (incl. VAT)
BENEFITS • Temporary Membership Card • Unlimited access to Manila House • Unlimited guest allowance TERMS • Membership Card must be shown upon entry and upon ordering • All bills must be settled on the same day of consumption
Membership Card must be returned at the end of the temporary membership or it will be deactivated
To register, please email membership@manilahouseinc.com DRESS CODE We believe that the way we dress reflects our own individuality and we respect Members' choice of how to dress. We do ask Members to be respectful of the occasion and time of day and to dress appropriately. At no time should Members and Guests wear flip flops. During the week, we ask Members and their Guests not to wear shorts or vests since many might be wearing office attire. During the weekend, we hope Members and their Guests think of Manila House as a home away from home so shorts and dress sandals are welcome. Members are kindly requested to ensure that their guests comply with the dress code. 5
GUEST SIGN-IN All Members are required to register their guests at the Reception. We would be grateful if you could advise Reservations in advance of your guest list should your guests arrive before you, so that we may welcome them appropriately. U S E O F P R I V AT E R O O M S Members are welcome to reserve our private rooms (Sta. Ana, Binondo, Escolta, Palmera) as well as our semi-private rooms (Malate, Arlegui, Taft) for their functions or meetings. However, please note that a minimum consumable amount applies to the use of the rooms. Members will be charged at least this minimum consumable amount at the end of their meal or event.
IN TERVIEW
Suyin Liu Lee The tireless and dedicated Executive Director of Asia Society Philippines is also a doting mother of two who believes in paying it forward and following one's passion, a valuable life lesson both her parents imparted to her
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ow did you get involved with Asia Society? - In 2012, I was preparing to come back home from living abroad for almost 20 years and was ready for a career change. A friend mentioned that Asia Society Philippines was looking for an Executive Director. He was aware about my passion for community involvement and encouraged me to apply.
Non-profits are challenged by lack of funding and high employee turnover. Many young people join non-profits but two years is usually too long to stay in the same organization.
You went from the world of finance to the world of non-profits. Did that require a change in mindset? What are the main challenges non-profits face in the Philippines?
This century is referred to as the Asian Century. The continent boasts strategic location, natural wealth, dynamic economies, and 60% of the world population. All eyes are on Asia in an era of disruption and divisions among groups. Asia Society Philippines is in a unique position, as the only Center in Southeast Asia (among 13), to create opportunities for discourse and social dialogue to help the public create deeper understanding of relevant issues, find common ground and take action in their personal areas of interest. Asia Society believes that shared interest and collective efforts will lead to progress and peace.
With all the uncertainty in the world today, what is the significance of Asia as a whole and Asia Society in particular amidst polarization?
I was raised with the mindset to love what you do, do your best and give back. It has always been part of my work ethic. Even in my finance career, I was involved in community reinvestment and financial literacy projects. It was not so much of a change in mindset but a challenge to encourage my old world (for-profit organizations) to focus on the triple bottomline - to create greater business value by evaluating their performance in three areas – financial, environmental (or ecological) and social impact. 6
IN TERVIEW
With Doris Ho, US Ambassador S.Y. Kim and Karen Davila at Manila House
Suyin at work
How do you like to spend your down time? Favorite books? Movies? Actually, work seems to be my down time. It’s been an adventure raising two young children with various interests. If we aren’t doing activities around the city, we travel. It’s exciting that the older they get, the farther we can explore. Some of my favorite books: Give & Take and Originals– both by Adam Grant, Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan, Empress Dowager Cixi: The Concubine Who Launched Modern China by Jung Chung, Griffin & Sabine by Nick Bantock You come from a family whose mother is famous for her cakes and desserts. Do you also like to bake and cook? I can proudly say, I don’t bake or cook. The only thing I inherited from my Mom is her love for people and making them happy with what she creates.
Suyin, Patrick and their brood
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ON SHOW
All-Access Pass Gerardo Tan presents his latest solo exhibition, Deaccessed/Accessed: Recent Collages and Collage-based Paintings
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erardo Tan’s collection of works on show in Manila House is central to his series of collages and collage-based paintings: mining and fusing images from the world of art and the commonplace to create a poetic matrix between abstraction and figuration, painted and printed matter, geometric and organic forms, the real and the artifice. In retrieving and reconfiguring the images, Tan sheds their function or original value, making them assume new identities in his works and probing concepts of originality and personal style. AB OU T THE ARTIST Gerardo Tan works across media from collages, paintings, installation art to video and artist’s books. His creative outputs have been shown in at least 45 solo exhibitions since 1982, He has also participated in various local and international group exhibitions, among which are Manila Biennale 2018 in Intramuros, Manila, Bastards of Misrepresentation: Doing Time on Filipino Time at the Frieis Museum Berlin in 2010, the Ist Melbourne Biennial in 1999 and Manila Vice at the Musee International des Arts Modestes (MIAM) in Sete, France, in 2013. Deaccessed/Accessed by Gerardo Tan Exhibition opens July 5th and runs till July 31st Collage with Oil and Pastel on paper
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Collage with Oil and Pastel on paper
S P O TLIGH T
Manila: An American Metropolis Three historical visions of a capital in the 20th century and why Metro Manila is a mess today
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Paulo Alcazaren, the renowned landscape architect, urban planner and design principal of PGAA International, as well as a columnist for Philippine Star, lends his authoritative insight to talk about the vision for Manila, then and now. Joining him is the political commentator, TV host and writer Manolo Quezon, whose grandfather Manuel Quezon was the first president of the Philippine Commonwealth, no less. Manolo gives us a glimpse of what life was like under our new colonial masters who no doubt brought glamour and freedom to our shores.
t’s a familiar pattern: an old heritage building, once graceful and stately and architecturally important but largely forgotten, suddenly is destined for demolition. An outcry ensues, and sometimes - but not always - the building is saved. A desire to conserve our heritage is more than just clinging to past glory. What we value, what we preserve, and what we learn are key to understanding who we are and where we are going as a community and as a nation.
MANIL A: AN AMERICAN METROPOLIS with PAULO ALCAZAREN & MANUEL QUEZON III Monday, July 9 6:00 PM Members: Free | Guests: P500
We speak with nostalgia of the pre-war days when Manila was known as the Pearl of the Orient, a beautiful Asian city by the bay, on the cusp of modernization, thanks to an ambitious urbanization programme embarked upon by the American administration during the years of Commonwealth rule. Daniel Burnham, the architect tasked with thrusting Manila into the 20th century, architecturally speaking, had drawn up extensive plans for the city.
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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
Tea & Tradition An elegant and solemn tea ceremony marked the opening of Beyond, a special exhibition marking the unique partnership between Japanese and Filipino artists as a precursor to the 8th Biwako Biennale taking place in Shiga Prefecture, next to Kyoto, Japan, later this year.
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he Japanese tea ceremony is a choreographic ritual of preparing and serving Japanese green tea, called matcha, together with traditional Japanese sweets to balance with the bitter taste of the tea. Preparing tea in this ceremony means pouring all one's attention into the predefined movements. The whole process is not about drinking tea, but is about aesthetics, preparing a bowl of tea from one's heart. The host of the ceremony always considers the guests with every movement and gesture. Tea Professor Yuko Sasaki, a member of the Urasenke Tankokai Manila Association, hosted the ceremony,
assisted by other members of the association. Dressed in a traditional kimono, she explained that the tea ceremony followed the Ryurei style, also known as "standing bow” style in which the host and the others are seated on chairs. She used a portable shelf unit called misono-dana to prepare the tea. “Ryurei style is more popular with Western people,” Sasaki said. “The other style of tea ceremony involves sitting on a tatami mat, or seiza, which may not always be comfortable for non-Japanese.”
H O U S E GU ES T WHO apl.de.ap International Recording Artist W H AT Dinner with Friends WHEN June 8, 2018 Tea Professor Yuko Sasaki and her team performed a Japanese Tea ritual
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IN C A S E Y O U MIS S ED IT
The Creative Economy The May session of Monday Minds zeroed in on innovations in the creative industries
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oday, it is often said that where oil was the primary fuel of the 20th century economy, creativity is the fuel of the 21st century. John Howkins developed the concept of the 'creative economy' to describe economic systems where value is based on novel imaginative qualities rather than the traditional resources such as land, labour and capital. Howkins’ creativity-based model includes all kinds of creativity, whether expressed in art or innovation. In our 6th edition of Monday Minds, we engaged in a lively discussion on the creative economy with our guest speaker, Carlo Almendral who is a serial entrepreneur with companies in games, technology, education, data science and financial inclusion. Carlo talked about his work in Data Storytelling which he likened to how we get to know someone better starting with basic information we share over coffee. As we get more detailed, longer conversations will be required over a glass of wine, if not whiskey. He pointed out that creativity is not about any one medium - but it is about changing our levels of constraints. These constraints fuel creativity as we frame our ideas and solutions.
We asked each other how the Philippines can achieve long-term success through developing and nurturing the creative economy. The Executive Director of the Animation Council of the Philippines, Rene Misa, joined the group discussion with his insights on the industry development of digital, IT and technology creatives in the country. With the vision of thriving homegrown and globally competitive animation studios, ACPI works with government and private sector stakeholders to bring Filipinos to the world stage. The contribution of creative industries to the economy has transformational impact on society, culture and job growth. We need to rethink the system and culture of education where we should be able to learn, unlearn, relearn and then apply innovation very quickly. Factors ranging from economic, political, and social issues need to be addressed in order to unlock the potential of Filipino creatives. We must invest in various areas of development for us to showcase the remarkable talent of the Filipino.
Creativity is not about any one medium - but it is about changing our levels of constraints
- April Ong Vano
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Asia Society x Manila House Ambassador Series
Mayelle Rarugal and Suyin Lee, with Amb. Ranaraja, Ana Santos, Amb. Reichlin, Amb. Kok, Amb. Albert, Amb. Cankorur
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omen of the world today live in a period of disruption and reckoning. And as former Secretary of State Madeline Albright remarked, “There is a special place in hell for women who don’t help each other.” These were the opening remarks of Asia Society Philippines Executive Director, Suyin Liu Lee, referring to the global movements geared towards women empowerment such as #TimesUp, #HeForShe, and #MeToo. Often, these movements began with a brave individual – a single voice that was courageous enough to break the mold, inspiring others to follow suit. It was a perfect foreshadowing for the five exceptional women who graced the Ambassador Series: Women in Diplomacy on
March 13 – Ambassador Kok Li Peng (Singapore), Ambassador Aruni Ranaraja (Sri Lanka), Ambassador Andrea Reichlin (Switzerland), Ambassador Esra Cankorur (Turkey), and former Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Delia Albert. Together, the Ambassadors were shining examples of women of women empowerment, disruptors in the field of Foreign Service, which, by tradition, sees more male than female representation. Held in partnership with Manila House, The Ambassador Series: Women in Diplomacy was Asia Society Philippines’ inaugural event for the slew of Women’s Month celebrations. In the first installment of the series, the all-female panel discussed how diplomacy plays a pivotal role in Women’s Rights.
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The event began with a keynote address by Ambassador Albert, who shared her experiences as a woman in Foreign Service. After years of serving as a career diplomat, Ambassador Albert went on to break even more gender norms when she became Chairwoman of the United Nations Security Council in 2003, an impressive feat done through hard work and determination. “People asked me, what was it like to be a woman and Chair of the UN Security Council? I tell them that it’s no big deal,” quipped Ambassador Albert. The next Asia Society Ambassador Series Talk is on August 16.
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Reaping Awards Manila House scooped up the award for Best In House Publication at the first Philippines Best Brand Awards held on June 8th at the Dusit Thani Hotel. Accepting the award on behalf of Manila House was Bambina Olivares, Director of PR and Arts, Culture and Education Programs.
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Benefits and Privileges Manila House Members now enjoy reciprocal rights at the following Clubs
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Please coordinate with our Membership Office (membership@manilahouseinc.com) to arrange your visit to our reciprocal clubs at least three (3) days in advance.
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KERRY SPORTS X MANILA HOUSE PROMO Manila House Members can now avail of special discounted rates for annual membership at the luxurious two-level Kerry Sports Club within the Shangri-La Fort.
31 Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089845 T +65 6320 9180 straitsclan.com
• P 79,000 for individuals, discounted from P 96,000 • P120,000 for couples, discounted from P146,000 • P136,000 for families, discounted from P166,000 • P 15,500 for each additional child, discounted from P19,000
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Additional benefits include a 20% discount on all spa treatments. For information, please contact membership@manilahouseinc.com
FO O D A N D DRIN K
Now Serving Members' Favorites available all day long
Avenue Bar Nori and Truffle Popcorn
Bonifacio Dining Manila House Fried Chicken
The Grill Rib Eye Steak
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FO O D A N D DRIN K
Avenue Deck Cippriones Fritos
Anahaw Salmon Ginataang Laing
Banquets Baked Prime Rib
O P EN IN G H O U RS AN AH AW Fine Filipino food in an elegant colonial-inspired setting. Open from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm for lunch and 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm for dinner AVEN UE B A R An elegant bar that begins indoors and flows into an outdoor deck with incredible views of the BGC skyline. Open from 11:00 am - 2:00 am BO NIFA CI O DI NI NG Here, comfort food is served from breakfast and lunch through to merienda, high tea and dinner, from spaghetti Bolognese with our own special meat ragout to irresistibly delicious salads and sandwich standards with our own twist. Open from 8:00 am to midnight T H E G R I L L Cozy yet sophisticated, serving steak and seafood grilled to perfection. Open until 11:00 pm on weekends and from 11:00 am - 2 pm for lunch and 5:00 pm-10:00 pm for dinner during weekdays 17
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Calendar of Events
Happening in the House this July
T H U R S D AY 1 2 . 6 P M Wine Class: California Here We Come! American wines take center stage in this month’s wine class. Know your Napa Valley Zinfandels from your Chardonnays, brought to you by AWC Philippines, fine wine specialists. Members: P400 | Guests: P750
T H U R S D AY 5 , 5 : 3 0 P M Exhibit Opening: Deaccessed/Accessed Gerardo Tan presents his recent collages and collage-based paintings, a poetic mix between abstraction and figuration. The exhibit runs throughout the month of July.
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W E D N E S D AY 1 8 , 5 : 3 0 P M
Kids' Cooking Class: All About Chocolate Who doesn’t love chocolate? On the International Day of Chocolate, learn about the magic of chocolate, as an ingredient to cook with, and as everyone’s favorite treat, courtesy of AURO Chocolate.
Health Talk: Joint Venture This month Centre Medicale Internationale tackles a condition that becomes more common with age: joint pain and arthritis. Expert Dr. Geraldine Zamora-Racaza, internist and rheumatologist, discusses prevention, cure and pain management.
Price per child P800 inclusive of ingredients Advance reservations required
Members: Free | Guests: P500
M O N D AY 1 6 , 6 P M History Talk: Manila: An American Metropolis Three historical visions of a capital in the 20th century and why Metro Manila is a mess today. What Manila could have been, and what life was really like under American rule as seen through the authoritative eyes of landscape architect and urban designer Paulo Alcazaren and political commentator and writer Manolo Quezon. Members: Free | Guests: P500
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M O N D AY 3 0 , 6 - 8 P M T H U R S D AY 2 6 , 5 : 3 0 P M Tango Argentina! Tango masters Roberto Castillo and Julieta Biscione give a special one-night only Tango Masterclass, which includes a brief introductory video and lecture followed by a dance class. Class Fee: P2000 per person, inclusive of one cocktail and tapas plate Advance reservation required
Monday Minds: STEM Education and Raising Innovators Our monthly sessions on disruption continue. This month, we look into innovation in education. Mylene Abiva, President and CEO of Felta Multimedia, Inc., a leader in the field of education modernization since 1966, discusses the growing importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education in preparing young students for their future careers in the ever-evolving workplace. Members: Free | Guests: P500
U P T O J U LY 8 Pop-Up: In Good Company The streamlined chic Singaporean fashion label returns to Manila House for a two-week long pop-up shop.
J U LY 7 - 9 , 1 0 : 3 0 A M - 9 P M Katutubo Pop-Up Market Celebrate proudly Philippine-made products at this unique pop-up market that encourages us all to #WearYourCulture
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E V E R Y S U N D AY
Members Mixer Gin and groove throughout Happy Hour and beyond. Glam up your gin cocktail with an array of fruits, herbs, spices and infusions - or drink it straight!
Sunday Service: Catholic 11:30 AM
To book your place at all events, we highly recommend that you email us beforehand at events@manilahouseinc.com
Sunday Service: Christian 3 PM
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