10 Tearjerker Movies You Can Watch During This Lockdown

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May 18, 2020

Not everyone enjoys a movie that will leave them in tears, but something is comforting about a cathartic cry. Maybe watching a sad film in the middle of a global pandemic isn’t your idea of escapism. Or perhaps you’d rather have another reason to cry it out. Don’t worry; there are happy endings in some of these plot lines – just tread carefully.

Some of these movies will leave you wanting to call your mom, dad, grandma, sister, brother, or best friend. Others will make you want to dip into a pint of Ben & Jerry’s and stay in bed for a few extra hours. Either way, clear your schedule.

Here are 10 of our top picks for you during this lockdown, and we guarantee you will love them all.

1. Pursuit of Happyness

This movie is will certainly leave you sobbing if you’re a softy like me. The tale revolves around Chris Gardner (Will Smith) and his young son (Jaden Smith), who have been evicted from their apartment with nowhere to go. Chris takes on an unpaid internship and does everything he can to ensure that his little family has a better life.

2. A Walk to remember

This probably is the most underrated Nicholas Sparks tear-jerker. Shane West and Mandy Moore star as two teens who are poles apart from each other, but after episodes of drama between them, the two fall head over heels with each other. They might be kids, but their love comes up against some real adult stuff. Plus, the soundtrack of the movie is a treat for your ears.

3. Goodwill Hunting

Will Hunting (Matt Damon) has an impressively high IQ but works as a janitor at MIT. However, after school hours, Will solves an impossible math equation, and his talent is discovered by Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgård). But a hiccup comes in between, and Will gets arrested. He then vows to get help from therapist Sean Maguire (Robin Williams).

4. Inside Out

This is a personal favorite, and if you better grab a tissue box because those tears ain’t stopping once you press play on this treat. Nothing quite brings on the feeling like an animated film about them. Riley (Kaitlyn Dias) has a lot of emotions, and this movie examines all of them through cartoon personifications voiced by Amy Poehler, The Office’s Phyllis Smith, Mindy Kaling, and more.

5. The Notebook

How many of you girls grew up in the hopes of finding someone like Noah? Ryan Gosling (Noah) and Rachel McAdams (Allie) received most of the attention in this Nicholas Sparks drama. Still, it was Gena Rowlands and James Garner who brought home the emotional impact of this happy/ sad love story of a couple who genuinely stay together forever.

6. Coco

You should completely trust Disney/Pixar to make an animated kids movie about death that entertains children while reducing adults to sobbing messes. Coco focuses on themes of family and preserving the memory of those who came before you. It’s also visually stunning, taking you through the world of the dead as well as the living.

7. Hitachi

I don’t remember crying so much over any movie, but this. Starring Richard Gere, the plot is based on a true story and is about a professor who finds an abandoned dog and takes him home. Over some time, he forms an unbreakable bond with the dog that most humans are unable to build.

8. The Help

The Help is a 2011 period drama film written and directed by Tate Taylor and based on Kathryn Stockett’s 2009 novel of the same name. The movies feature an ensemble cast, including Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Bryce Dallas Howard, Allison Janney, Octavia Spencer, and Emma Stone. The film and novel recount the story of a young white woman and aspiring journalist Eugenia “Skeeter” Phelan and her relationship with two black maids who are the victim of racism.

9. LION

The plot revolves around a young Indian boy who gets separated from his family, borne away on a train that takes him thousands of miles from home. He is then taken in and raised by a loving family, but as a grown-up (played by Dev Patel), he yearns to find the family he lost.

10. The theory of everything

This movie is based on the life of Stephen Hawking and is a part biopic and part love story. The plot revolves around an excellent astrophysics student working on his research, learns that he suffers from motor neuron disease, and has around two years to live.

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5 Car Sounds That Should NEVER be Avoided!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 18, 2020

5 Car Sounds That Should NEVER be Avoided!

Cars, unlike humans, are unable to communicate verbally. However, they communicate with their owners through sound.

When a car is running perfectly fine, the driver will enjoy the smooth performance on the road.

However, when something is wrong, an indication will hint to the driver that they need to visit a mechanic right away.

But, it is also important to remember that some old cars make sounds even when everything is alright.

This is why drivers need to understand the sounds and what indication they are giving.

Here are five sounds that you shouldn’t avoid!

1. Hissing or Chirping Engine

If you can hear constant chirping or hissing coming from the engine while you drive, take your car to a mechanic right away. This noise can be caused by worn-out brakes, which may not be able to stop your vehicle at a safe distance if ignored.

2. Squealing or Grinding Brakes

Brakes at times make groaning and grinding and squealing noises when the pads are damp.

3. Exhaust Roars

According to kwit-fit, a chugging sound could mean a blockage in the exhaust system. If you hear rattling under the car, it could mean that the exhaust system has become misaligned. If you can listen to a loud metallic vibration, it usually means that something is touching the exhaust pipe or that a clamp, support bracket or mounting is loose.

4. Rattling Steering Wheel

This happens right when you turn your steering wheel; it could be a bad tie rod end or other ball joints in your steering linkage. Whereas if it happens while driving over a bump, it could be a ball joint connected to your steering knuckle.

5. Tapping from Engine

A car engine makes tapping noises when there could be one of the following issues:

low oil pressure
excessive valve lash
worn or damaged parts.

PM Khan Launches Cash Disbursal Programme For Jobless Individuals

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Alefyah Hasnain

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May 18, 2020

imran khan mera bacha app — Source: Brandsynario

Update: May 18th, 2020:

Prime Minister Imran Khan is launching the cash disbursal program today (Monday) under the Ehsaas Emergency Cash. The disbursal is for workers who are worst affected by the coronavirus crisis and have ended up losing their jobs.

According to the Prime Ministers Office, it is said that they have received over 3.4 million applications of jobless people through the Ehsaas Labour Portal. Moreover, it is said that more than Rs.3 billion have so far been donated in the PM COVID-19 Fund, and the pledges continue to be realized.

Furthermore, the prime minister has also assured that for each rupee provided by donors, Rs4 will be committed by the government. The prime minister will be present at an Ehsaas camp where the first batch of affected individuals will receive the Ehsaas Emergency Cash.

Prime Minister, Imran Khan, has launched a relief scheme for people who have lost their jobs during the COVI-19 pandemic as the lockdown in the country continues to curb the spread of the virus. The Corona Relief Fund is meant to provide relief to those who are facing a lot of difficulties during this time.

The PM assured the public that the Corona Relief Fund would be spent in a completely transparent manner. Registration for the Ehsaas Cash program has begun, the scheme will provide the needy with Rs.12,000 as support against the pandemic.

The government has also decided to completely open the construction and other industries to save people from losing their jobs. Laborers and waiters who work in restaurants who lost their jobs recently would get the Relief fund, but they would need to provide proof of their previous employment

The Prime Minister said,

“I thank all those who have deposited money in the PM Corona Relief Fund. I assure you that this amount will be spent transparently. You will be told where this amount has been spent. I am myself monitoring it and will provide complete audit details.”

The PM also added that the government would contribute Rs4 on every donated one rupee in the relief fund to maximize the number of funds.

PM Khan also mentioned other ways in which the government has already provided relief to the people such as:

The decrease in oil prices within a month where petrol has declined by Rs. 30 per liter, diesel by Rs. 42 and kerosene by Rs. 45 per liter.
The chief secretaries of all provinces have been directed to reduced prices of all the commodities associated with oil prices to provide maximum relief.

Special Assistant to the PM on Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Sania Nishtar explained that a web portal had been set up. The applications would only be accepted through the web portal. She further mentioned that a total of Rs. 81 Billion had already been disbursed to 6.8 million families in just 2 to 3 days under the Ehsaas Programme.

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COVID-19: 5 Ways Brands Should Change Their Communication

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Alefyah Hasnain

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May 18, 2020

The world is dealing with an ongoing crisis caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, and the aftermath is expected to be worse. The marketing sector is facing quite a dilemma on how to go about the situation at hand.

While some are continuing to communicate with the masses through various campaigns, most brands are showing their social responsibilities to society during this crucial time. However, whether this would, in turn, grant them brand recall, generate more significant sales shortly or create a positive impact on the consumers’ mind remains a question.

As people stay indoors during a lockdown, the sales loss is meant to be massive for the travel, entertainment, and food & beverage industry, but the same effect applies to all products and brands for at least the next quarter.

Here’s how the brand should provide their marketing communications during COVID-19

1. Highlight How Your Brand Can Help

During this crucial time, brands must highlight how they can help the society, being socially responsible and showing empathy with creating a renewed brand image in the mind of the consumer.

Pepsi Co has initiated the #MilllionsofMeals campaign, where they are going to feed an additional meal for every plate raised.

Today, we announce our commitment to provide millions of meals to support struggling families of Pakistan that are finding it difficult to make ends meet in these tough times.

May we collectively rise as an even stronger nation! #MillionsOfMeals #WithPurpose pic.twitter.com/FP7HCt4MPa

— pepsipakistan (@pepsipakistan) March 30, 2020

Mc Donalds’ on the other hand, has paid tribute to all the frontline workers putting their lives at risk for the public. They have distributed free meals to the police force and have pledged to give out free breakfast to all the medical staff.

Our small token of appreciation to applaud the unwavering spirit and hard work of our doctors & medical staff. Tag your friends and family members who are #HealthCareHeroes pic.twitter.com/lZ0K0PyAh7

— McDonald’s Pakistan (@McDonaldsPK) March 27, 2020

Jazz provides free calls to all doctors and government hospitals!

2. Evaluate Your Imagery and Language

Brands must pay attention to detail during the pandemic; people are sensitive to various images, and communication at this time should not hurt any sentiments. Visual imagery is powerful, and so it is imminent that companies think carefully about the message they are sending.

Reem Rice communicated their message on social distancing expertly with encouraging people to stay at home! Clever marketing indeed.

3. Create an action-oriented communication

Marketing communications can have a massive impact on consumer minds; in a situation like the one we are facing right now, brands can send out the right message across. “Stay Safe, Stay Home.” says Jazz. It then asks its customers to connect with their loved ones through Jazz.

The most crucial precaution to save oneself from the deadly virus is washing our hands frequently; personal hygiene brands, Dettol, and Safeguard repeatedly share the benefits of washing hands with soap and water. Not only does it remind consumers to maintain personal hygiene, but it also increases their product sales.

4. Be positive, but not ignorant

Tapal asks the country to stay healthy with the message, “Hope Brews Strong” during this time and also announces to help out those in need by donating thousands of teabags in ration packs across the country. The brand has not only created an air of positivity with their message but, at the same time, showing that they are not ignoring the crisis and are doing their part in helping out the nation.

5. Adjust Marketing Campaigns

As Pakistan went into lockdown, various clothing brands began offering discounts, while some are continuing to do so. This practice was not liked by people and offended many. Brands need to put off campaigns that would seem inappropriate during the ongoing crisis.

EBM announced it would be using its marketing communication budgets to help out people in need. This was a great initiative by the brand as it put off its campaigns to use that money where it is truly needed at the moment!

So, be very careful about your strategies amid a crisis.

Let us know if you have more to add to this in the comments below.

TikTok Salutes The Class Of 2020 With Virtual Graduation Ceremony

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Alefyah Hasnain

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May 17, 2020

TikTok Salutes The Class Of 2020 With Virtual Graduation Ceremony — Source: AdWeek

The ongoing pandemic has caused life as we know it to be completely disrupted! Not only are we cooped up inside, but significant milestones such as high school graduations have been canceled. Technology has come to the rescue of high school students, and virtual graduations are now taking place.

TikTok recently celebrated the graduating class of 2020 through a special Livestream series

The leading #TikTokGraduation event was set for 16th May, while the mini-series was held on Thursday and Friday.

TikTok teamed up with the Entertainment Industry Foundation, the LeBron James Foundation, XQ Institute to provide a live stream ceremony. Renowned celebrities including, Bad Bunny, LeBron James, the Jonas Brothers, Barack, and Michelle Obama, Pharell Williams, and Malala Yousoufzai were live sharing their wisdom and performing for the students.

Once the ceremony ends, the students can look forward to a kick-ass graduation party hosted by Dillon Francis and other special celebrities. All these virtual events will be available on the @GraduateTogether TikTok handle for students to Livestream.

TikTok is also providing all the virtual attendees with a virtual diploma. All creators can receive the diploma through an exciting new TikTok Graduation creative effect.

TikTok’s Virtual Diploma for the Graduating Class of 2020

Various brands have also collaborated with social media platforms to celebrate the graduating class of 2020. These virtual ceremonies have speeches from renowned personalities and live performances from Miley Cyrus, Alicia Keys, Kelly Rowland, and others.

Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube are other such social media platforms that have organized virtual graduation ceremonies. Brands like Doritos, Chase, and P&G’s Aussie Hair Care are some that have jumped on the bandwagon too.

It is great to see these social media platforms doing something for the students during these bleak times, where people have been robbed off the simple pleasures of life.

Did you attend TikTok’s virtual graduation ceremony? Let us know in the comments below.

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6 Reasons to Watch Aksbandh: Pakistan’s Found Footage Horror Film

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May 17, 2020

Following the success of films like Jawani Phir Nahi Aani, Moor, Manto and Mah-i-Mir, the industry is coming up with its first found footage horror film titled “Aksbandh”

Aksbandh is a story of six friends filming a horror movie. The adventurous fun trip gets out of control when one of them gets possessed by a supernatural presence and they find themselves in a mix of paranormal activities.

Watch the trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p08B0KMWwnM

The cast of Aksbandh features fresh new talent Bilal Yousufzai, Danial Afzal Khan, Saud Imtiaz, Shehzeen Rahat, Mahrukh Rizvi and Arshad Ali along with Ayaz Samoo who has also co-produced the venture. Directed by Emran Hussain, the screenwriting has been carried out by both Samoo and Hussain.

Team Brandsynario sat down with the lead cast and crew of Aksbandh to dissect the theme and ideas behind the making of the film. The jolly lot was excited to share their views and experience and we found 6 reasons to watch Aksbandh.

Here are the 6 reasons that make Aksbandh worth a watch!

1. Pakistan’s first found footage horror film

Aksbandh is Pakistan’s first found footage horror film, produced by Cinematic Media and Big Idea Entertainment. Found footage are shot to resemble actual camera footage recovered from an event and a large number of films using this approach tend to be horror. Hollywood has explored this genre a number of times with films like “Blair Witch Project” and “Paranormal Activity” but it remains unexplored in Pakistan, until now.

2. A strong storyline

Since Aksbandh is a low budget film, it does not rely on a start studded cast for success. The story and the fact that it is made on an unexplored genre remains its strongest element, unique selling proposition and hope for success.

3. Fresh faces and new talent

The cast of Aksbandh features fresh new talent Bilal Yousufzai, Danial Afzal Khan, Saud Imtiaz, Shehzeen Rahat, Mahrukh Rizvi and Arshad Ali along with the actor, model, writer, comedian, producer, VJ, Ayaz Samoo who is the only familiar face. He won great appreciation and an award for his outstanding performance in a negative role in Moor. Revealing a little about his role in Askbandh the actor said that he plays a comic character in the horror film as comedy remains his first love.

4. Experience visual effects in a Pakistani film like never before

Special visual and sound effects have been used to create the horror feel for the film and to portray the paranormal activity. Shifting from too realistic to the dramatic visuals that the Pakistani audience demands, this film is made combining both international and national cultures. (Hint: You will witness ghosts)

5. If you love the horror genre

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If you love horror and you want Pakistan to keep experimenting with this genre, you should watch this film. Shot in a spooky abandoned location near Drigh Lake Larkana, Aksbandh promises to scare you enough to make you jump from your seat and claw the person sitting next to you. Because after all, what’s the point of a horror film if it fails to scare you.

6. Because it’s a film and not a drama

Cinema goers usually criticize Pakistani films to be more on the lines of long plays and dramas, this will not be the case with Aksbandh. Filmmakers claim that this will either be a good film or a bad film, but it will be a film as it is treated like one.

Emraan Hussain, the director of the film stated, “Aksbandh is Pakistan’s first found footage horror film of its kind, it is 90 minutes long and shot in the format to give it a real feeling to it and we hope to leave an impact on our audiences who come to watch this movie.”

Aksbandh is low budget and comparatively less hyped than most commercial films, but do go and watch in order to promote new talent and appreciate the attempt of venturing into a different genre.

The film is set to release on May 20th by HUM FILMS all across Pakistan.

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The Biggest Cyberattack Of History Will Occur In Next 6 Months

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Kinza Piracha

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May 16, 2020

Biggerst Hacker Crime — Source/ MyGaming

The president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, warned on Tuesday (24 March) that cybercrime in the EU has increased due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the increasing amount of time that people spend online due to new measures taken by member states to stop the spread of the virus – while they also benefit from the health crisis itself.

More and more hospitals, research hubs, and medical centers are being targeted by organized cyber units, which are after information, intelligence, and system accessibility.

Massive Cyberattack is just around the corner

The coronavirus is laying the groundwork for a massive cyberattack. Nobody is talking about this today. Combating hackers is the last thing on the minds of most people. But coronavirus practically guarantees “largest cyberattack ever” will soon be plastered all over the frontpages.

Before the pandemic hit, employees who worked remotely were usually given particular work laptops with beefed up security. For example, a person who’s working for tax authorities will be working under strict guidelines. He must use a dedicated work laptop and a separate, secure Wi-Fi connection to do his job and assure the security of data.

Practically every employee in every firm in America is working from a makeshift desk on their kitchen table. Firms only had days to cobble together remote work plans. So you can bet most didn’t set up secure systems, like the one my friend is using. The vast majority of employees probably don’t even have dedicated work laptops.

So, hundreds of millions of people are using personal laptops – on unsecured home internet connections – to access work files. Several of which likely contain confidential information and personal data.

A Hacker’s Dream Come True

Hackers only need to gain access through one entry point to seize control of a whole network. Once they’re in, they can steal data, secrets, and even lock you out of the network.

Hackers broke into the networks of America’s largest defense contractor, Lockheed Martin, by targeting remote workers. If they can infiltrate this system, you best believe remote workers with little security are easy pickings.

In the past couple of months, hackers have targeted the US Department of Health. Moreover, the attacks against the World Health Organization have more than doubled.

These are only the hacks we know about. Cyber intelligence firm CYFIRMA revealed cyber threats related to coronavirus shot up 600% from February to March. It’s only a matter of time before we hear about a significant cyber breach.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Pakistan Is Set To Manufacture & Export Anti-COVID-19 Drug Remdesivir Soon

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Kinza Piracha

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May 16, 2020

Anti-COVID-19 Drug Remdesivir — Source/ The New York Times

The World Health Organization’s emergency chief said the new coronavirus might be here to stay, warning it’s impossible to predict when the pandemic might be controlled. There’s a possibility that this virus may never go away, and all of us may have to learn to live with it.

However, Pakistan announced on Friday that it would begin “within weeks” production and export of the antiviral drug remdesivir for treating COVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the coronavirus.

As of Friday afternoon EDT, according to Johns Hopkins University statistics, the pandemic had killed more than 306,000 people and infected more than 4.5 million worldwide since late in 2019, when it struck first in China.

Pakistan’s health minister, Zafar Mirza, told the reporters in Islamabad that a local pharmaceutical company, Ferozons Laboratories Ltd., will soon make the medicine in partnership with America’s Gilead, which developed remdesivir.

Covid 19 drug in Pakistan — Source/ Dawn

“The manufacturing of the injectable medicine will begin somewhere between six to eight weeks, and it will be available for the coronavirus patients and the general public. We will also export it to 127 countries.” Said Mirza.

Regulators in America have allowed emergency use of remdesivir, which appeared to help some coronavirus patients recover faster in clinical trials.

Four firms in India to help manufacture and supply the drug.

The U.S. pharmaceutical company has also signed agreements with four drugmakers in neighboring India to help manufacture and supply the drug to those countries.

Under the “nonexclusive licensing” pacts with the South Asian partners, Gilead said, the companies all will have the “right to receive a technology transfer of the Gilead manufacturing process for remdesivir to enable them to scale up their production quickly.”

Once production begins, the medicine will be exported to both developed and low-income nations, said Osman Khalid Waheed, who is the chief executive of the Pakistani pharmaceutical company.

Accessible drug

The idea is to make the medicine available for countries at a minimum cost and make it accessible to developing countries.

The population of Pakistan is 220 million, from which there were about 37,000 people who contracted the coronavirus, and more than 800 of them died since the country detected the outbreak nearly three months ago.

Ease in lockdown

Prime Minister Imran Khan vowed Friday to relax a nationwide partial lockdown further, citing a relatively deficient number of infections and deaths as opposed to the earlier official projections.

Khan defended his decision, saying while the virus-related situation remained under control, “about 150 million individuals” across Pakistan, including daily wagers and laborers, could soon begin suffering from starvation because of the economic shutdown.

“Until a vaccine is available, the coronavirus will persist irrespective of a lockdown. Hence, we will have to learn to live with it until then,” he said.

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TECNO Launches Pouvoir 4 Build For Gaming Fans and Videographers In Pakistan

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May 16, 2020

TECNO has announced the launch of exclusive Pouvoir 4 in Pakistan on 16^th of May, 2020. The upcoming Pouvoir series consists of two versions: Pouvoir 4 and Pouvoir 4 Pro. The series is equipped with a giant 6000mAh long-lasting battery, a processor of MT6762 Quad Core, and 7 inches Display HD. These two versions would soon be available at the leading flagship stores for an estimated price of Rs.17, 999 and Rs. 24,999 only.

Pouvoir 4 is equipped with 8MP Dual Flash front camera, rear camera of 13M+2M+2M with Quad Flash – AI Lens and a charger of 10W. On the other hand Pouvoir 4 Pro, comes with a 16MP dual flash front camera, rear camera of 16M+2M+5M AI Lens equipped with Quad Flash and with a fast charger of 18W. The series also consist of TECNO’s HI OS 6.0 built on Android Q, Fingerprint Sensor and Face Unlock, connecting you with Google Virtual Assistant through a unique side button. Pouvoir series would be available in hues of Ice Jadeite, Misty Grey and Tempting Purple.

The brand’s General Manager, Creek MA expressed his views:

“Appealing to the rising consumer demands TECNO has innovated a gaming phone equipped with advanced specifications. The series consist of a long-lasting battery, spacious memory, 7 inches HD display, and brisk phone processor guaranteeing no glitches and an entertainment-packed performance to the video game junkies. We are hopeful for Pouvoir 4’s impactful launch and positive reviews from our fanbase”

Pouvoir 4 beats its competitors with 32GB + 3GB, 128GB+6GB large memory; giving gaming enthusiast lag-free leisure time. The ‘Pouvoir-full’ handset would surely give the best value to your money. Its highlighting core gaming features include, Magic button used as a fire-key in shooting games, Screen Off Gaming Mode saving up to 50% battery and an Intelligent Scheduling System for PUBG to ensure an enticing escapade for gamers.

TECNO’s upcoming series is a phone for all. As compared to its predecessor, Pouvoir 4 series is much more light-weight, slender and stylish. It also consists of a unique low light video recording mode which automatically brightens up the video. Pouvoir 4’s key USP lies in its advanced features designed for gamers and videographers. With this launch TECNO Mobiles is all set to mark new trends in the arena of gaming and entertainment.

How To Make A Face Mask At Home In 45 Seconds!

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Ariba Raza

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May 16, 2020

Pakistan, like the rest of the world, is going through a severe crisis during the coronavirus pandemic. Before the pandemic was in its initial stage, shop keepers and pharmacies surged up the prices of medical facemasks and hand gloves, making it unaffordable for many.

The shortage of such necessities has made people look for other safe options, and some have also opted to make them at home. Indeed, it is a sad state of affair, but you know what they say, desperate times, desperate measures.

This recent video by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows how you can easily make your face mask from things that are easily accessible at home. Which means you don’t even need to step out of the house to get those supplies.

Things you need for this particular face mask are:

A sharp pair of scissors
A clean piece of cloth or towel
Two rubber bands

It’s as easy as 123! Check out this video.

https://youtu.be/tPx1yqvJgf4

Now that was super easy, wasn’t it? In case you didn’t watch the video, we’ll break it down step by step for you!

1. Cut a piece of cloth (should be evenly cut) and lay it flat on a table and fold it (as shown below)

2. Fold it to the middle from the bottom and do the same from the top

3. Repeat the folds one more time

5. Now tie two rubber bands on both the ends

6. Fold the sides to the middle

7. And you’re done!

So now, you don’t have to run here and there to find a face mask. Just make one on your own.

You can also make one using a tissue! Check it out!

Coronavirus Outbreak: Alternatives For Surgical Masks To Protect Yourself

How many of you will try this? Let us know in the comment

10 Car Brands You Probably Have Been Pronouncing Wrong All Your Life!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 16, 2020

10 Car Brands You Probably Have Been Pronouncing Wrong All Your Life!

What if we told you that you have probably been pronouncing your favorite car brands wrong your whole life! That’s right; some worldwide popular manufacturers have been pronounced in the weirdest of ways!

Want to know which car brands they are? Take a look!

1. Audi

2. BMW

3. Chevrolet

4. Ferrari

5. Hyundai

6. Lamborghini

7. Mercedes

8. Nissan

9. Porsche

10. Volkswagen

Have any other cars in mind? Share with us!

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Car Manufacturers Alter Logo to Show Importance of Social Distancing!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 16, 2020

Social distancing has become an essential weapon in the battle we are currently fighting in with the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Because the virus spreads very quickly from one human to another, the governments around the world have asked people to quarantine themselves.

To show the importance of social distancing, brands around the world have changed their logo during the coronavirus crisis.

Automotive brands have also taken part in the exercise.

1. Volkswagen

2. BMW

3. Hyundai

4. Audi

5. Morris Garages (MG)

6. Citroen

Asides from modifying their logos, many of these automotive brands are encouraging individuals to stay at home and take all needed precautions to keep safe.

Stay safe and stay tuned to Brandsynario.com.

Black Light Experiment Exhibits How Fast COVID-19 Can Spread

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Kinza Piracha

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May 15, 2020

COVID-19 has turned the entire world upside down. As we spiral in an economic depression, we are also learning to live with the virus.

Recently, a video from Japan showed how easily germs and viruses could spread in restaurants. The experiment simulated the atmosphere at a buffet restaurant or on a cruise ship—the public broadcasting organization NHK in conjunction with health experts.

The video showed ten people coming into the restaurant, with one singled out as an “infected” person.

Here’s how the experiment took place

A fluorescent substance only visible under black light was applied onto that person’s hands, representing germs from a cough or a sneeze. Each participant then stepped into the restaurant as generally as they would, not considering potential contamination.

At the end of the video, the participants were cast under black lights illuminating where the “infection” has spread. The substance was used to signify the germs seen on food, serving utensils and platters, and even on the faces of some of the participants.

Japan has had 16,049 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 678 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University data. More than 4.3 million cases of COVID-19 have been recorded worldwide, including at least 297,000 deaths.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGQEuuv9R6E

What do the experts say?

While these kinds of experiments are not new, John Nicholls, a clinical professor in pathology at Hong Kong University, said they demonstrate how quickly a virus can spread, primarily when hand washing is not performed.

“What the video demonstrated, is that it will spread to surfaces and people very efficiently,” Nicholls told CNN, “and I think it really highlights the need of what people have been saying about hand hygiene to stop the spread of disease.”

However, Nicholls said that the situation is “artificial” since there was so much fluorescent liquid on the “infected” person’s hands moreover, that it wouldn’t accurately reflect the number of germs on someone’s hands.

Kentaro Iwata, an infectious disease specialist at Kobe University, agreed. He spoke about how coronavirus spread on the Diamond Princess Cruise ship as an example.

“The experiment just described the possibility of the spread by contact, and that is not evidence of what happened, so the distinction has to be clearly made between what could happen and what did happen,” Iwata told CNN.

Importance of hygiene

NHK also did another experiment where the simulated environment anticipated contamination and put in the necessary precautions. All of the participants, including the “infected” person, washed their hands before and during eating.

Frequently touched surfaces, such as serving utensils, were replaced or wiped down. When the participants went under the blacklight, none of the substance from the “infected” person had spread to the other participants.

However, both experts said the experiment is an excellent way to show the importance of hand-washing and hygiene.

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Harvard & MIT Are Developing Masks That Can Detect COVID-19

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May 15, 2020

Face Masks — Image Source/ Business Insider

Harvard & MIT Researchers Are working on masks that can detect COVID-19. Reportedly, in the year 2014, at MIT, Jim Collin’s bioengineering laboratory began working on sensors that could identify the Ebola virus.

The research was published back in the year 2016 by scientists from MIT and Harvard. Later, the small group of the same scientists tailored the technology for the growing threat of the Zika virus.

As reported by Business Insider, they are now working rigorously on adjusting the same tool to identify coronavirus cases.

How does it work?

A fluorescent signal will show up when a person with the coronavirus breathes, coughs, or sneezes. If this mask turns out to be a successful device, then flaws associated with other screening methods can be addressed, such as temperature checks, etc.

The question is, what purpose will it possibly serve?

“As we open up our transit system, you could envision it being used in airports as we go through security, as we wait to get on a plane,” Collins told Business Insider.

“You or I could use it on the way to and from work. Hospitals could use it for patients as they come in or wait in the waiting room as a pre-screen of who’s infected.”

This mask, if successful, can test patients without sending back their labs and taking the time. It will help countries across the world to control the outbreak promptly.

The project is in its early stages, but the results have been promising says, Collin. For the past few weeks, his team has been testing the sensors’ ability by using a small amount of saliva to detect the coronavirus.

There has been a considerable amount of debate related to the design of this device. The lab is debating whether to embed sensors on the inside of a mask or not. Another option is to develop a module that can be attached to any other mask.

Collin’s small teams’ aspirational goal right now is to begin manufacturing masks for public distribution, hopefully, by the end of this summer.

“Right now, we’re time-constrained and talent-constrained in that we’ve got a relatively small team,” he added. “We’re limited in how many we can have in the lab working, and they’re all working as hard as they can.”

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3 DIY Car Dent Removal Methods You Must Know!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 15, 2020

It doesn’t matter if your car is old or new, dents are a matter of concern for every driver.

A car dent can occur anywhere, whether you are pulling up in your driveway or leaving a parking lot at a mall.

If you are not careful enough, and if others around you are also neglectful, you can find your car’s pristine body damaged.

Although many opt for professional repairs, it’s always a good idea to learn how to cater to the smaller ones.

This way, you won’t find yourself at the mechanic every other month.

Here are a couple of DIY dent removal methods that will come in handy:

1. The Plunger

Although crude, this is one effective method to pop a dent. The pressure created from the suction can help pull a dent back to its position as long as the damage is not overdone.

For this, you’ll require a cup plunger (not a toilet plunger). You simply have to place the suction part over the dent, push it in so that it can get stuck on the body, and then pull!

Keep in mind that if you push too hard or too much, you can end up making the dent worse and more difficult to pop-out.

2. Boiling Water

If you own a car that has a plastic body than this DIY trick is for you. Since you will be dealing with boiling water, we advise you to be extra careful and take preventive measures, so you don’t burn yourself.

Your first step is to boil a pot of water. Once the water is ready, take it to your car and slowly pour it over the dented plastic. Once you have done that, quickly reach behind the bumper and push the body back into its place.

3. Hairdryer & Compressed Air

Most useful for small dents, this method is best for plastic car bodies. It is relatively simple, heat the dented area with the hairdryer for about 5 minutes. Then, take a can of compressed air, turn it upside down, start spraying on the dented area.

If you are lucky enough, the dent will start to cool rapidly, contracting the plastic. Once that happens, the body will pop back into its original place, and the body will be as good as new.

6 Steps To Remove Stubborn Scratches From Your Car’s Windsheild!

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5 Things Parents Of Young Ones Should Be Doing During The Lockdown

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Alefyah Hasnain

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May 15, 2020

5 Things Parents Of Young Ones Should Be Doing During The Lockdown — Image Source: Images Dawn

The ongoing pandemic has disrupted the routine of life as we knew it. People are cooped up indoors for more than two months now. Since schools are closed, it has become quite difficult for parents to keep kids busy day in and out!

Here are a few fun things parents of young ones can do during the lockdown. These pro-tips are sure to make life easier for you!

1. Set Up A Routine

The lockdown has caused thrown off the routine altogether. However, getting back to some kind of a schedule will help you as a parent in navigating through the entire day with ease. Don’t worry if you cannot follow a routine; baby steps are all you need to take to get the hang of it!

parents in lockdown — Source: Grid & Glam

2. Create Craftwork for People They Miss

The pandemic has resulted in people being cut off from their loved ones. Children can be kept busy making cards, frames, or artwork for their grandparents, aunts, uncles, and even friends to tell them how much they miss them.

3. Play Digital Learning Games

Maintaining limited screen time for kids, you can incorporate fun digital learning games for children to learn in a fun way. However, it would be wise to set up a small study area for them. This would help them concentrate on learning instead of playing around online. It is also a good idea to supervise kids when they are online.

4. Exercise Together

Children have a lot of energy running through their bodies. It is when this energy is not utilized correctly that they get agitated and hyper. Start your day with some exercises to be done together as a family. Various fitness programs are available on YouTube that you can easily follow. Children also love ‘kids Zumba’ that would burn off quite a bit of their energy and help them relax for a while.

5. Order A New Toy

Staying indoors is tough enough for adults and even harder for children. Once in a while, ordering a new toy for your child will create interest and excitement that we all undoubtedly need during these gloomy days! It can be anything, a puzzle, a new book, or something that the children have got their hearts on for a while. It will bring them joy and a few days of peace for the parents.

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KIA Wants To Bring 800V Fast Charging To Affordable EVs!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 15, 2020

KIA Wants To Bring 800V Fast Charging To Affordable EVs! — Image Source: US News Cars

The trend of electric vehicles (EVs) has started to take over the world.

Not only are EVs more environmentally-friendly, but also affordable.

KIA doesn’t want super fast 800v charging to be limited to just luxurious vehicles.

The brand has announced bringing this advanced technology to several of its affordable EVs very soon.

If KIA is successful, then drivers can fully recharge their ride in just 20 minutes (or less) with a range of more than 300 miles.

It’s expected that the manufacturer will sell 11 vehicles around the globe by 2025, with the first new-gen EV rolling out soon in 2021.

Toyota Wants to Explore the EV Market

Toyota has decided to up its game at producing and manufacturing electric vehicles.

The company announced to looking forward to the production of electric cars shortly.

The carmaker has announced that it will launch a “virtual” company to examine and develop EVs.

Toyota spokesperson Itsuki Kurosu said:

Regulations on lower emissions vehicles are changing very quickly, so we also have to respond quickly.

With ITS small size, the new venture will be able to be more nimble in its planning and decision making, to speed up the process to develop electric cars.

The company’s decision came after increasing interest. It deemed zero-emission electric vehicles most viable for the future, for which rivals like Tesla and Nissan are already working on, with Elon Musk on a mission to take e-cars to a whole new level.

According to Analyst Chris Richter,

The company’s position is changing. They still talk about hybrids and fuel cells but I think there is a recognition that battery electric cars are getting a lot of traction right now.

It’s going to take an awful long time before fuel cells are a competitive alternative to electric vehicles.

IN the MEANTIME, a lot of things are going on right now (with battery electric cars) and they need to be there.

The company has focused on short-distance, ultra-compact electric vehicles before; however, it hadn’t shown much interest in expanding to the all-electric market.

EV Policy in Pakistan

The government has established a new target for the national EV policy.

Under it, 100,000 cars and 500,000 two and three tyers vehicles will be converted to electric power.

These Electronic Vehicles plants will have the support of special economic zones and will enjoy tax breaks and other amenities, so the cost of production of electric cars is low.

The government approves the new Electronic Vehicle (EV) policy just to keep a hold of the soaring Oil Import prices.

This decision was also in support of the alarming air pollution rate that our country is facing at the moment.

Many local manufacturers were desperately waiting for a green light from the government to start the production of electric automobiles locally.

The government also sets some challenging goals to achieve in the coming year.

That will not only cut down the oil consumption but will help the environmental hazards our country is having at the moment.

According to the Minister of Climate change, the total emission from vehicles is about 40% of the total population in Pakistan, which needs to be reduced. The standard set for developing countries is only 20%.

Through this policy, regulatory bodies will try to convert 30% of vehicles to electric power. The local automobile industry is already working on launching locally produced electric cars. This news will bring a lot of positive changes.

Benefits of EVs in Pakistan

Driving electric cars will be much cheaper than carbon-based fuels such as Petrol, CNG, and any others. The conversion will also save $2 billion annually on oil imports.

Another benefit will be given to the CNG stations as they have not been properly operating because of the gas shortage.

Also, many fuel companies are ready to invest in battery charging stations.

Do you guys think this policy will help the layman?

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Airbnb & Bumble Team Up to Give Quarantined Daters FREE Virtual Experiences!

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Anusha Sachwani

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May 15, 2020

Airbnb & Bumble Team Up to Give Quarantined Daters FREE Virtual Experiences! — Image Source: Glamour

Airbnb and Bumble have paired up to take dating in quarantine to a whole new level.

To celebrate this collection on Airbnb, Bumble is sponsoring a contest where one hundred Bumble users will be selected to go on unique virtual first dates through Online Experiences!

The experinces include sharing a of glass of exotic drinks in Portugal to learning how to make Mexican street tacos.

Both brands want to spice up the concept of virtual dating by making it fun and engaging for the couple.

With this one-of-a-kind experience, Bumble matches will be able to make the most of going on a date during a lockdown.

Some of the experiences daters can select are:

Turkish Fortune Coffee Reading (New York, New York)
Fall in Laugh (Lisbon, Portugal)
Tarot Reading with Mak Jagger (Austin, Texas)
Meet the Wooly Sheep of My New Zealand Farm (Rotorua, New Zealand)
GINspiration History & Cocktails at Home (Bath, United Kingdom)
Discover the Rhythms of Puerto Rico (Hatillo, Puerto Rico)
Pasta with Luca & Lorenzo (Florence, Italy)
All about Coffee with a Pro Taster (BogotÃ¡, Colombia)
Drink and Draw (Lisbon, Portugal)
Farm to Table from the Mediterranean (Klis, Croatia)
Secret Jazz Club (Amsterdam)
Live show with Sangria and Drag Queens (Lisbon, Portugal)

Airbnb & Bumble Team Up — Image Source: Airbnb

Those who are very shy on first dates can also put their jitters to ease with the smooth and relaxing experience without having to worry about who’s watching and which relative you can run into.

Why we Use Tinder & Other Dating Apps Explained!

Spike in Online Dating Trend

According to reports, the number of downloads for dating apps have seen a significant spike as almost the entire world went into lockdown.

Often, dating apps help connect individuals to several attractive strangers and give them a bigger pool to experience dating (outside their circles).

Virtual Dating on Bumble

Bumble recently announced the launch of its new virtual dating tolls, including a “Virtual Dating” badge.

It will appear in users’ profiles who are open to date via video chat. This

badge allows Bumble users to find and filter their prospective matches based on who is looking to date virtually. During

this time when it’s best to take dates virtual, Bumble has also expanded its distance filters to allow users to match with anyone in their country.

For more information on virtual first date ideas, click here.

Salaam Swipe: Halal Version of the Tinder Dating App

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Student Hack: Google Lens Will Now Solve Your Math Problems

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Laiba Omer

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May 15, 2020

Google lens has become popular among students as the company continues to add essential features to the app for students.

Another Interesting Development in the World of Technology

Google has worked over the past few years so hard to make the lens a student-centric application. The company has been rolling out new features timely that help students. The features include allowing students to copy the text on their notes using their smartphones and helping them learn pronunciations and more.

Now, as we know, the company is working on adding a similar feature, such as Photomath. This particular feature is a genius idea that will allow students to solve math problems by just pointing their camera towards it.

How does Google Lens Solve Math Problems?

For those who don’t know much about Google lens, here is how it will work. Google lens will use camera calculator to utilizes a phone’s camera to identify mathematical equations and displays step by step solutions for it.

XDA’s editor in chief, Mishaal Rahman, was spotted during reverse coding the application. The tool is part of Google Lens’ Education mode.

According to Rahman, google Lens will be a much-advanced version of Photomath. Lens’ Educate mode brings up more details regarding the problem at hand, which gives the student better insight.

However, it is not clear whether or not this application will be able to solve complex math problems like Photomath. This is not the only feature Google has been working on for Google Lens.

There is another feature called “Places.” This mode is designed to help users of the application identify famous landmarks. The feature is still under works and does not give accurate results as of now.

Google has recently been making rounds on social media as it announced the extension of work from home policies for its employees throughout the rest of the year 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced employees to work from home as countries have taken lockdown measures to curb the spread of the virus.

CEO Sundar Pichai mentioned that all those employees that can continue to work from home would do so while those who will be called back to Work from July will do so with enhanced safety measures and protocols in place at the office.

Google had previously stated that they would be going back to Work from June 1st; however, it has now extended this for another seven months.

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Zara Noor Abbas Beautifully Speaks Out Against Beauty Standards

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Ariba Raza

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May 15, 2020

Zara Noor Abbas Beautifully Speaks Out Against Beauty Standards — Image Source: Instagram/Zara Noor Abbas

The one thing we all need to get straight is the fact that nobody is perfect. Yes, even the celebrities we see on the screen that we look up to. Those who get inspired by the looks of these celebrities need to know that it takes a lot of makeup, lights, and editing to make them look picture-perfect.

Many have set their beauty standards according to their favorite celebrity, but that is just wrong. Little do we know, even our ‘perfect’ celebrities get trolled based on their appearance. Their lives aren’t easy as it may seem on the TV screen or social media. They are just like you and me.

Zara Noor Abbas Has A Heart Of Gold

Just recently, Zara Noor Abbas shared some beautiful golden words when she was going through her messages sent in by her fans. The message she chose to cater to was indeed eye-opening because not every celebrity would talk about it.

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Work from home they said. " Sure!!" said I. Hair and makeup by @sarasalonandspa_ My first ever ' Work from home issue' Because this is the new issue. 🌟

A post shared by Zara Noor Abbas Siddiqui (@zaranoorabbas.official) on May 6, 2020 at 5:38am PDT

The message she read was, “My pimple, acne, and my extremely bad skin bothers me the most, Zara. You’re so lucky because you’re too beautiful.”

To which, Zara had the most beautiful answer. She said,

“Just because somebody has a pretty face, a bigger house or a bigger car doesn’t mean they are happy or lucky. You can’t let your insecurities overshadow you, especially if you are a woman, nowadays everyone talks about women empowerment; in these time, if you are going to focus on your pimples and acne, it’s not right.”

She further added,

“Who told you that you are not beautiful? Your family obviously cannot say a thing like, and if someone else has said this, send that someone else somewhere else.”

She concluded her message saying, “If you surround your self with negative people, life would be very difficult.”

Here’s the video of her heartwarming message

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She's absolutely right. I love the way you motivate people specially girls @zaranoorabbas.official Much love to you ❣️🤗 _ _ _ #zaranoorabbas #EhdEwafa #yedilmera #YaqeenkaSafar #YakeenkaSafar #ishqiya #iqraaziz #PakistaniDramas #pyaarkesadqay #Pakistan #Lollywood #Jhooti #HaniaAmir #HumTv #Farhansaeed #Ferozekhan #Sunochanda #Sabaat #sarahkhan #sabaqamar #sajalaly #ahadrazamir #alizehshah #Alif #aimankhan #minalkhan #meradilmeradushman #merepaastumho #mawrellous #MahiraKhan

A post shared by sᴇᴄʀᴇᴛɪᴠᴇ sᴏᴜʟ💫 (@lolly.diaries) on May 14, 2020 at 3:02am PDT

It’s incredible to see how our celebrities are encouraging their followers to look at their inner self and beauty and to focus on how important it is to accept yourself the way you are. Self-love, allowing your inner and outer self will bring out the best in you. The earlier you figure this out, the better it would be.

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