For me, Trading Places is the greatest and one of the most underrated Christmas movies of all time.

It’s almost criminal we never got to see more of Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd working together, they had such great chemistry. And let’s not forget 25-year-old Jamie Lee Curtis — the smoking hot and a phenomenal actress delivered some unforgettable scenes.

But did you know that several hilarious moments in the film happened completely by accident?

If any other actors had been cast in Trading Places, it simply wouldn’t have worked. It’s like a rare alignment of the planets — everything came together perfectly. From Eddie Murphy’s comedic genius to Dan Aykroyd’s sharp performance and Jamie Lee Curtis’s unforgettable presence at just 25 years old (yes, she was smokin’ hot), this movie is nothing short of brilliant.

Released nearly 40 years ago, it remains a timeless classic. Can you believe that? Four decades later, you’d think a movie of that age would feel dated, yet Trading Places still feels fresh every time. Many fans even make it a Christmas tradition, proving its enduring charm.

Stay tuned as we dive into behind-the-scenes stories, unexpected bloopers, and little-known facts that make Trading Places the comedy masterpiece it is today.

The deeper message of the movie

If you haven’t seen Trading Places, it’s a classic comedy from 1983 about a wild social experiment. Two rich brothers, Randolph and Mortimer Duke, make a bet to see if a person’s success is based on their environment or their personality.

To test their theory, they swap the lives of their spoiled, wealthy employee, Louis Winthorpe III (Dan Aykroyd), with a fast-talking street hustler, Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy).

The Dukes completely wreck Louis’s life — taking away his money, job, and status — and hand it all to Billy Ray. But when Louis and Billy Ray figure out they’re being played, they join forces with a clever woman named Ophelia (Jamie Lee Curtis) to get back at the Dukes and teach them a lesson they’ll never forget.

It’s a sharp, funny movie about class, greed, and what really makes a person who they are. One of its deeper messages — being careful about judging others —resonates just as much today.

A tennis game inspired the screenwriters

Trading Places was written by Timothy Harris and Herschel Weingrod, and the idea came to life in the early 1980s when Harris met two wealthy (and incredibly cheap) brothers who couldn’t stop competing with each other.

Screenwriter Timothy Harris shared that he used to play tennis with two brothers who were both doctors. They were incredibly annoying to play with because they constantly argued, not just about the game, but about everything.

Harris got the idea to turn this dynamic into a story and pitched the concept of brothers arguing over the “nature versus nurture” debate to his writing partner, Herschel Weingrod. The rest, as they say, is comedy gold.

A bikini picture changed everything

The story was originally meant to star comedy legends Richard Pryor and Gene Wilder.

When that didn’t work out, director John Landis brought in Dan Aykroyd, who he’d worked with before, and Eddie Murphy, who was just starting to make waves in Hollywood with this being only his second movie.

”The only character in the script I had a problem with, because she’s such a fantasy, is Ophelia. The classic ‘hooker with a heart of gold’  — she’s such a fantasy that I thought how the fuck am I going to get away with this?’,” Landis said.

John Landis made a daring move when he approached Jamie Lee Curtis for Ophelia. He had her in mind for the role, but the studio wasn’t on board at first. Back then, Curtis was primarily known for her scream-queen roles in horror films.

It would be Curtis’ first major big-budget film, a real A-list opportunity that gave her the chance to show she could do more than just outrun a slasher in a hockey mask.

“Nobody else wanted me. I guarantee you, John Landis was the only person who said, ‘She’s going to play this part.’ And without that moment I wouldn’t have now the career that I get to have,” Curtis shared.

John Landis later admitted that Curtis’ decision to do a topless scene helped change the minds of the Paramount executives. After seeing a photo of her in a bikini, they were convinced it would help make the movie more marketable.

John Landis didn’t know who Eddie Murphy was

When the movie was being cast, director John Landis didn’t even know who Eddie Murphy was yet. Murphy’s breakout film 48 Hours (1982) hadn’t been released, but the studio had already previewed it and knew he was a star in the making.

Landis recalls being asked, “What do you think about Eddie Murphy for the role of Billy Ray Valentine?” To which he humorously responded, “Who’s Eddie Murphy?”

The movie played a huge role in making Eddie Murphy one of the highest-paid and most sought-after comedians in Hollywood. Murphy mentioned that he was paid $350,000 for his role, though some reports claimed it was as high as $1 million.

He also said that making Trading Places was the most fun he’d ever had on a movie set. He joked that every film after that felt more like ”work.”

Ever heard this classic Eddie Murphy joke?

Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche were absolutely spot-on as the Duke brothers, Randolph and Mortimer, in Trading Places. These two wealthy and clueless elites drive the movie’s infamous social experiment with their scheming and arrogance, making them the perfect villains you love to watch get what they deserve.

Interestingly, Bellamy and Ameche reprised their roles as the Dukes in Eddie Murphy’s Coming to America (1988), where they make a hilarious cameo as homeless men. In a full-circle moment, Murphy’s character, Prince Akeem, gives them a generous sum of money to help them get back on their feet.

Oh, and here’s a fun tidbit: Trading Places was Bellamy’s 99th film and Ameche’s 100th. Eddie Murphy couldn’t resist joking, “Between the three of us, we’ve made 201 movies!” Classic Murphy humor!

A neat detail after 3 minutes

Comedies like Trading Places, especially from the ’80s, are a rare find these days. That perfect mix of humor and heart just hasn’t been replicated in decades. And here’s a fun twist: unlike most ’80s comedies, which are set in New York, this one takes place in Philadelphia.

There was actually a reason they chose to film in Philadelphia. The city had a strong connection to the founding of the country, the Constitution, and the idea that everyone is entitled to the pursuit of happiness — everything that embodies the idealism of America.

”I thought it was a good way to highlight that, especially in the opening scene when you see the legless black guy,” screenwriter Timothy Harris told Business Insider.

For the sharp-eyed viewer, there’s also another neat Easter egg in the opening montage.

If you look closely at around the 3-minute mark, you’ll spot the iconic Rocky statue. It was first seen in Rocky III (1982) in front of the Philadelphia Spectrum arena. These days, it’s hanging out at the bottom of the museum steps, where it’s become a huge part of Philly’s tourist scene.

The weather mystery in Trading Places

During the first fifteen days of filming in Philadelphia, the weather was so freezing that they had to shoot in a snow-covered city.

In one scene where Randolph and Mortimer pick up Valentine from jail, director John Landis had to sit in a towing truck, pulling the Rolls-Royce with Don Ameche, Ralph Bellamy, and Eddie Murphy inside.

Landis wore a thick parka to stay warm while the actors had a space heater to keep cozy. And here’s the kicker — Landis was listening to their dialogue through a radio!

But, fast-forward to later scenes, and you’d think they filmed in a completely different place. Suddenly, Philadelphia’s streets were dry and snow-free.

One overhead shot of Constitution Hall even shows lush green grass and trees with leaves. Oops! Looks like the weather in Trading Places was as unpredictable as the plot twists…

The Eddie Murphy rule

In 2010, a rule was added to the Wall Street Transparency and Accountability Act, aimed at regulating financial markets and preventing people from using insider information to manipulate the market — kind of like what the Duke brothers tried to pull off in Trading Places. Since the movie played a role in inspiring this rule, it’s now known as the ”Eddie Murphy Rule.”

Funny enough, Eddie Murphy admitted that during the chaotic commodities exchange scene in the film, he was just following the script. He had no clue what was going on because, as he put it, commodities trading was way too confusing for him. So, in a way, Eddie helped teach the world about market manipulation… without really understanding it himself!

A Hollywood legend’s comeback

Don Ameche, a Hollywood icon since the 1930s, usually starred as the dapper, mustached leading man. But did you know that the veteran actor had taken a 13-year break from acting before appearing in Trading Places?

When John Landis found out that Don Ameche hadn’t made a film in thirteen years, his first reaction was to ask, “Has he passed away?”

Landis specifically wanted Ameche for the film because he’d never played a villain before, and Trading Places offered the perfect opportunity for that. Despite being such a big name in Hollywood, Ameche admitted he wasn’t familiar with Eddie Murphy or Dan Aykroyd — two of the hottest comedians at the time.

The feeling was mutual, as both Murphy and Aykroyd confessed they didn’t know much about Ameche either! It’s a fun little piece of Hollywood history that shows the blending of generations and talents.

Religious beliefs made one scene hard

Don Ameche, a devout Roman Catholic and loyal Republican, had strong religious convictions that made him uncomfortable with swearing.

This became a challenge during the scene at the end of the movie, where he had to shout, “F**k him!” at a group of Wall Street executives. True to his principles, Ameche insisted on doing the scene in one take, refusing to repeat the line for a second shot.

One line almost got cut

Eddie Murphy didn’t like some of the stereotypical lines in the original Trading Places script. He thought lines like ”jive turkey” and ”sucker” weren’t realistic. He explained that a white writer writing for a black person would use stereotypical dialogue. So, he changed many of his lines to make them sound more natural.

But one line almost got cut — Murphy’s line, “Who put their Kools out on my Persian rug?” The studio thought it could be seen as racist since Kool cigarettes were mostly marketed to African Americans, but Murphy kept it in anyway.

Hair switches sides

In Trading Places, several hilarious moments came about by accident, and it’s no surprise considering Eddie Murphy’s knack for improvisation.

For instance, Mortimer Duke (Don Ameche) having trouble catching the money clip wasn’t part of the plan, but the actors just rolled with it, staying in character, and it made it into the movie.

Here’s another fun detail: When Mortimer Duke is signing the paychecks, one of the shots is actually flipped horizontally. At first, he signs with his left hand, then switches to his right, and then back to his left. Oh, and his part in his hair switches sides too! Has anyone else caught this little mix-up?

The truth about Inga from Sweden

Remember when Jamie Lee Curtis’ character, Ophelia, introduces herself as ”Inga from Sveden”? Well, there was some behind-the-scenes confusion. Her co-stars noticed she was wearing lederhosen, which is actually traditional in German-speaking countries, and thought it was a little odd for a ”Swedish” character!

The whole ”Swedish” disguise came about because Jamie Lee Curtis had trouble nailing the Austrian accent, so they decided to go with a Swedish twist instead.

How Jamie Lee Curtis felt about nude scene

The comedy marked Jamie Lee Curtis’ first nude scene, and she actually went on to do another topless scene later that same year in Love Letters (1983).

In a 1990 interview, Jamie Lee Curtis was pretty confident about her topless scene.

She even said, “My breasts are beautiful, and I gotta tell you, they’ve gotten a lot of attention for what is relatively short screen time,” when speaking to the Chicago Tribune.

But fast forward to 2022, and her perspective had changed a bit. Looking back, Curtis admitted, ”I was 21 years old and the part required Ophelia to take off her dress,” in an interview with People. ”Did I like doing it? No. Did I feel embarrassed that I was doing it? Yes.”

Now, at her current age, she couldn’t imagine doing a nude scene again: “I also am married for 37 years, I wasn’t married then. I’m a mother of children. Absolutely not,” Curtis.

Family ties and fashion fumbles

At around 58 minutes in the film, when Ophelia takes Louis to her apartment, you can spot that she’s wearing pantyhose. But later, when she removes her dress, she’s only in panties.

Also, did you know that Penelope’s (Kristin Holby) friend Muffy is actually played by Jamie Lee Curtis’ sister, Kelly Curtis? And her future brother-in-law, Nicholas Guest, makes an appearance as Harry! Pretty cool family connection!

The quiet tribute to John Belushi

The number on Dan Aykroyd’s mug shot, 74745058, is the same one given to John Belushi in The Blues Brothers (1980).

Aykroyd included this as a heartfelt homage to his late comedy partner who had passed away the year before. Additionally, Jim Belushi, John’s brother, made a cameo in the film as a circus performer dressed in an ape suit.

The scene that didn’t make the theatrical cut

I thought I’d seen it all when it comes to Trading Places, but turns out there’s a little hidden gem that didn’t make the original theatrical cut! There’s a scene that often pops up when the movie is shown on TV, probably to fill in that extra time between commercials.

So, after Clarence Beeks (Paul Gleason) chats with the Dukes on the phone, and Billy Ray (Eddie Murphy) eavesdrops on their scheme, things take a turn. In the original version, Beeks heads straight from the phone booth to the Amtrak platform with the crop report briefcase in hand.

But in the added scene, we get a behind-the-scenes look where Beeks is off to a secured vault, where he knocks out a security guard and cracks open a safe deposit box to get those reports. I mean, talk about some extra shady business going on behind the curtain…

Trading Places really was one of a kind, wasn’t it? Movies like this, filled with unforgettable characters, hilarious moments, and a perfect mix of humor and social commentary, seem like a thing of the past. It’s a shame we don’t get that same magic today. But hey, thank goodness for the 80s and 90s!

Let’s keep the Trading Places spirit alive, because, let’s face it, it’s a classic we’ll always treasure.

Melania Trump is officially back at the White House for a second term. On Monday, she and Donald Trump moved back into their old home after a full day of celebrations, and the press coverage was, of course, extensive.

Melania’s outfits have always been of great interest to fashion experts and members of the public alike. Her inauguration outfits didn’t disappoint, even if one accessory, her hat, left people baffled. Interestingly, one report suggested that several designers had declined to work with her before the inauguration.

The First Lady of the United States has worked with many designers throughout her career, but lately, she’s worked with New York City-based designer Hervé Pierre Braillard. He previously expressed how he’s experienced negative reactions to his cooperation with Melania. At the same time, Braillard revealed the reason why sometimes it’s hard to find the right outfit for her.

Melania and Donald resumed residence at the White House on Monday. After months of preparation following the election win in November last year, the President and the First Lady of the United States have been preparing for their second term at the White House, appointing new staff and laying out a plan for what they want to do.

While there was much secrecy surrounding Inauguration Day, when Joe and Jill Biden move out and Donald and Melania Trump move in, the public got, for the first time, basically ever, an inside look at what actually goes on when one president is leaving and one president is arriving.

Shortly before Melania and her husband moved into the White House, the First Lady of the United States sat down with Fox and Friends to discuss her new documentary.

In early January, Amazon confirmed they had begun filming a behind-the-scenes documentary about Melania, which will be released in theaters later in 2025. As per Puck News, three people familiar with the deal said it’s worth $40 million in licensing.

Melania Trump to feature in new documentary

“So I had an idea to make a movie, to make a film about my life. My life is incredible. It’s incredibly busy and I told my agent I have this idea so please go out and make a deal for me. We started the production in November and we are shooting right now. So it’s a day-to-day life. What I’m doing, what kind of responsibilities I have, people they don’t really know and they will see it,” Melania told Fox.

“It’s day-to-day from transition team to moving to the White House, packing, establishing my team, the First Lady office, moving into the White House. What it takes to make the residents your home, to hire the people that you need.”

The incoming First Lady also discussed moving into the White House again, explaining that this time would be different as she knew the process.

“I have the plans, I could move in, I already packed, I already selected the furniture that needs to go in, so it’s a very different transition this time, second time around,” Melania said.

“What happened is on January 20, the transition team has only five hours to move Bidens out and to move us in, so everything needs to be planned to the minute.”

Melania’s outfits have been a major talking point for years. Perhaps readers will recall when she wore a jacket with the words “I REALLY DON’T CARE, DO U?” when visiting a migrant housing facility in Texas during her first term as First Lady? While that was one of the more negative stories associated with Melania’s fashion choices, the coverage has by-and-large mostly centered about her fabulous dresses and other clothing.

Why designers didn’t want to work with Melania for the inauguration

But being the First Lady has also brought some problems for Melania when it comes to getting to work with some of the best designers in the world, not least because of her background as a model.

As reported by Women’s Wear Daily prior to the inauguration, representatives for designer brands such as Michael Kors, Diotima’s Rachel Scott, Zankov’s Sergio Hudson, and House of Gilles declined to comment on whether they would want to work with Melania for the big day. Previously, during Donald Trump’s first term, designers such as Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, and Jason Wu publicly refused to dress Melania.

One individual who has worked closely with Melania over the years is French designer Hervé Pierre Braillard, the former creative director of Carolina Herrera. Speaking with Women’s Wear Daily, he explained that he hasn’t gotten a good answer as to why some people won’t work with the First Lady.

The French designer recalled that his work with the Trumps had a negative impact on his life. When shopping in a designer’s store in New York City, a person once told him he “was not welcome here.”

“I understand that you can criticise Mrs. Trump, but to say to someone who is coming to shop – full-price, ‘You are not welcome here.’ That is something that I would have never expected,” Pierre said.

“Some of the designers here in New York are lovely. The Europeans are more open-minded. They see dressing Mrs. Trump, due to the press coverage that she is getting, as a business opportunity to generate sales and free publicity,”

Melania Trump’s stylist reveals why it’s tricky to dress her

So, how does one go about helping get Melania Trump the best possible outfits to ensure she outshines everything else in the room she’s in? Well, Hérve Pierre Braillard revealed quite the secret in an interview with The New York Times in 2017. According to him, Melania rarely wears specially designed pieces just for her – but rather clothing straight off the rack.

Braillard revealed that Melania usually looks inside her own wardrobe when she wants to wear an American designer looking for high-end fashion houses. Otherwise, Pierre can also find her these pieces. He never reveals who it’s for when he buys pieces for Melania.

“I go to Bergdorf, I go to Saks. Michael Kors, Dior,” he told the New York Times. “What is challenging is when I cannot say what it is for.”

Moreover, Pierre always asks if the piece has recently been worn on any red carpet, as he doesn’t want Melania to end up on a “Who Wore It Better” list.

“I don’t really do that for the good reason that the fashion industry is not very welcoming [of Trump.] That’s no secret,” he told Women’s Wear Daily. “Some are very open-minded and would be able to do something special. But a lot of people are not.”

Melania’s inauguration hat went viral

Melania got plenty of publicity for her outfit on Inauguration Day, not least her hat. It was designed by Eric Javits, who said in a statement that dressing Melania was one of the greatest honors of his career.

“My art background gave me an edge in bringing harmony and balance to the face by creating hat shapes that would flatter and enhance every kind of face,” Javits said in a statement. “In this specific case that was not difficult to do, in that Mrs. Trump is blessed with great bone structure, beauty and a wonderful sense of style.”

The hat made it hard to see Melania’s eyes, but even though it appeared to be sitting stabily, her husband had other ideas. When speaking in Emancipation Hall, Donald joked that her hat nearly blew away while standing beside a military helicopter.

“She almost blew away,” Trump said and laughed. “She was being elevated off the ground.”

In addition to the hat, Melania wore a navy silk wool coat with a navy skirt and an ivory silk crepe blouse created by American designer Adam Lippes. Later, for the Inaugural Ball, Melania changed her outfit, wearing a dress designed by Hérve Pierre Braillard, complimented with a black choker from jeweler Harry Winston.

“It was such an honor to create the dress for the First Lady Melania Trump tonight.. I can’t thank her enough… it was a wonderful project, a great collaboration… as always !!!!” Per Newsweek, Pierre wrote on Instagram, providing a sketch for the dress.

Melania Trump’s jewelry for Inauguration Ball carried a secret message

While Melania’s hat was said to have sent a powerful message, social media users quickly began analyzing the First Lady’s outfit for the ball. The jewels designed by Harry Winston that Melania wore appeared to have a secret nod to the American Dream.

Harry Winston had previously dressed Hollywood superstars such as Marilyn Monroe and Katherine Hepburn and even designed the engagement ring for former First Lady Jackie Kennedy.

As per the Daily Mail, Winston donated diamonds to the Smithsonian to start the National Gem Collection and later wanted to have a permanent collection of gems worn by First Ladies. He wanted to call it “American Queens. ” However, the Smithsonian declined it due to what they said was “inconsistent with our democratic traditions.”

So, how did Melania pay tribute to the American Dream with her jewelry? As per Newsweek, one person wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that the outfit was significant.

“Melania Trump’s inaugural ball gown has already entered the pantheon of iconic fashion moments. But let’s uncover its little secret! A subtle tribute to the American Dream,” one user wrote in a viral threat, which has been viewed more than nine million times.

“Crafted in off-white silk crepe and strapless, the gown is adorned with two black gazar bands that bring the ensemble to life in a three-dimensional interplay of geometry, music, dance, and, according to some, a stylized bouquet.”

“The American Dream

The X user went on to claim that the Harry Winston choker Melania wore represented Winston’s hard work as the son of two parents, who were Ukranian immigrants and succeeded in the US. As Melania was born in Slovenia, that could even have extra symbolism.

“In just two decades, Winston became one of the most famous jewelers in the world due to his exceptional skill in crafting fine jewelry, even being mentioned by Marilyn Monroe in the song “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” the X user concluded in the viral threat.

“At the end of this analysis of the details, we can, with a bit of imagination—as fashion often invites us to do—see that this elegance pays homage to tradition, the American Dream, and prosperity. The new golden age has just begun.”

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When it comes to heart health and potentially clogged arteries, you probably think about things like chest pain, shortness of breath, or high blood pressure.

But feet – the sneaky messenger of the cardiovascular system – are one of the first in your body to send early warnings for serious conditions like clogged arteries and heart disease.

When it comes to your health, your feet might be telling you more than you think. Often overlooked, your feet can actually signal serious cardiovascular issues, such as peripheral artery disease (PAD) and coronary artery disease (CAD) – two forms of atherosclerosis, where plaque buildup restricts blood flow in the arteries.

What is PAD?

Peripheral artery disease is a condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, most commonly affecting the legs and feet. This condition occurs when plaque – a mixture of fat, cholesterol, and other substances – builds up in the arteries, causing them to stiffen and narrow, limiting blood flow.

How PAD affects the feet

WebMD reports that your feet can provide the first signs of PAD through symptoms like:

• Cold feet: Poor circulation makes it hard for warm blood to reach your extremities, causing persistent cold feet, even in hot weather!
• Slow-healing wounds: Minor cuts or blisters may take an unusually long time to heal, indicating insufficient blood supply.
• Pain while walking: Aching or cramping in the feet and legs during physical activity, which subsides when resting.
• Discoloration: Feet may appear pale, blue, or have a purplish hue due to reduced blood flow.

Ignoring PAD symptoms can lead to severe complications, including critical limb ischemia, which may result in infection, gangrene, and even amputation if left untreated. Moreover, having PAD often suggests that atherosclerosis is affecting other vital arteries, including those leading to the heart and brain.

What is CAD?

Coronary artery disease is a type of atherosclerosis that affects the arteries supplying blood to the heart. When these arteries become clogged with plaque, the heart receives less oxygen-rich blood, increasing the risk of heart attacks.

Surprisingly, CAD can also show symptoms in the feet:

• Swelling (edema): Poor heart function can lead to fluid retention, causing swelling in the feet and ankles.
• Tingling or numbness: Decreased circulation may result in pins and needles sensations in the toes.
• Skin changes: The skin on the feet may become shiny and tight due to fluid buildup and poor circulation.
• Foot pain at rest: Unlike PAD, CAD-related foot pain may persist even when resting, especially at night.
• Brittle toenails: Poor blood supply may weaken toenails, causing them to become thick and brittle.

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), “children and youth are increasingly at risk for CAD. So, preventive measures taken early in life can have greater lifetime benefits.” Healthy lifestyles – managed by good nutrition, weight management and physical activity – “will delay the progression of CAD, and there is hope that it can be improved before it causes further health problems.”

And, AHA warns that if you have PAD or CAD, chances are very high that you have the other.

Give PAD and CAD the boot

Prevention is key when it comes to avoiding serious complications from atherosclerosis-related diseases. Here are some ways to protect your feet and overall health:

Get moving: Exercise helps improve circulation and prevent plaque buildup in your arteries. The Centers for Disease Control recommends adults aim for 30 minutes of moderate activity like brisk walking or swimming each day.

Eat heart-healthy foods: Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Cut back on processed foods and unhealthy fats.

Butt out: Smoking narrows your blood vessels and worsens circulation, making it a major risk factor for both PAD and CAD.

Take it easy: Chronic stress can contribute to high blood pressure and heart disease. Practice relaxation techniques like meditation or deep breathing.

Not so sweet: If you have diabetes, keeping your blood sugar under control is crucial in preventing complications in your feet and cardiovascular system.

Regular check-ups: If you have risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease, regular visits to your doctor can help catch problems early.

Your feet can provide valuable clues about your heart health, and paying attention to them could help you detect problems before they become serious. Whether it’s cold feet, swelling, or cramping, these signs shouldn’t be ignored.

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