Mexican Actor Joey Valdez Seeks To Launch A Movie On A Channel About Immigration In San Diego

By Maria Gonzalez Amarillo from La Prensa San Diego published on August 21, 2015 & Translated by Steven Escobar from Diversity News Magazine via Google Translator on 8-30-2015.
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The short film, “Tacos for lunch” comes from Chandan Gupta in order to educate the public about immigration and hopes to show both sides of the issue. Launched in 2013, the short film is 23 minutes and 45 seconds long. It stands out in the middle of the maelstrom that is causing the immigration issue.

In about a month, the creation and writer-director will premiere the film on Channel 22 in Las Vegas Century Prism and states that Joey Valdez, one of the actors in the film, “The aim is to disseminate it through a channel in San Diego before being broadcast in Las Vegas. Everything depends on the space available and given to us.”

When Christine, a single woman, decides to move, she enlists the help from some local day laborers. All seems to be going well, until she leaves to get “Tacos For Lunch”. She returns to a quiet apartment and a dead worker on her floor. The day continues to spiral out of control leading to a series of unexpected crazy twisted events.

The story begins with the removal of Christine (Therese McLauglhin), a US citizen, and her hiring of two Mexican immigrants, Emilio (Joey Valdez) and Paul (Billynaire Cruz), to help move boxes. By the time she leaves the house to grab a few tacos, a series of terrible events happen, culminating into an overwhelming outcome.

“We know we will be successful,” the actor told member of the press. “My agent is communicating with politicians such as Donald J. Trump Sr., to express their thoughts about the film.”

Valdez began his career very young: at age 3 he participated in his first play in the Smythe Elementary School in San Ysidro, California. Subsequently he became Joseph, the husband of the Virgin Mary in a Christmas play, and finally to the early age of 13 officially began studying acting with Drama teacher Enrique Nolasco from the House of Culture in Tijuana, Mexico.

He is now known to have worked for Ed Magik TV, a platform video entertainment and had done interviews with famous people where Valdez was the host of “Vayaconmigo” program, broadcast in Berea Vision 31.6 in Los Angeles, in which he worked with renowned artists such as singer Elvis Crespo.

Valdez is defined as a man “with traditional values who prefers to work hard for a living, rather than compromise his integrity and principles.”

In turn, the actor is a frequent host to celebrities in the online magazine Ke Chevere and as collaborated with singer and actress Carmen Jara on Univision for the show “Who is right” in Miami, which exposes and tries to solve family and marital conflict.

Joey Valdez has also participated in television projects in Indonesia and has worked as a presenter on the red carpet with his old friend Steven Escobar for Diversity News TV produced by Diversity News Productions whose content is broadcast via Youtube and Vimeo, DailyMotion, among other online platforms in video, and is based on entertainment events, celebrity interviews, awards, concerts, fashion and more.

Although the actor is confident everyone will enjoy “Tacos for lunch,” he hopes that the film reaches a significant audience—enough to impact the issues at hand and generate comments in the media, as well as prominent figures, fostering discussion, debate and more empathy towards immigration.

Diversity News Magazine Fall Special Print Issue Featuring Actor Host and Producer Joey Valdez

By Esteban Steven Escobar in Diversity News Magazine

36 pages, published 12/9/2015

Diversity News Magazine Fall Special Print Issue Featuring Actor Host and Producer Joey Valdez 10-1-15 to 12-31-15

To watch the short film for limited time visit Actor Joey Valdez Imdb and for more information on Actor Joey Valdez visit his IMDB at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4489108/ or his official website at http://joeyvaldez.com/

Jarvee Hutcherson Honored With Lanfa Award Multiculture Awards by LA Nollywood Film Association

On Saturday, August 15, 2015, the Los Angeles Nollywood Film Association honored Jarvee Hutcherson, President of MMPA and ASYM with the Multiculture Awards at the 3rd annual LA Nollywood Film Awards held at Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport 9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 from 3pm to 12 pm. The 3rd Annual LANFA Awards were produced by King Bassey.JARVEE HUTCHERSON HONORED WITH LANFA AWARD at LA Nollywood Awards - DiversityNewsMagazine.org

Watch after the stage Exclusive interview by Steven Escobar.

About Jarvee Hutcherson: 
Jarvee Hutcherson, is the President of the Multicultural Motion Picture Association (MMPA), oversees a roster of 1,500 members nationwide. Recognized as the Spokesperson and Representative of Diversity issues and inclusiveness within the Television Networks, Motion Picture Studios and production companies. Mr. Hutcherson also serves as National President of the American Society of Young Musicians (ASYM), Committed to the Enrichment and Advancement of Young Musicians Across the Globe! It also funds a mentorship program, Scholarship Endowment for young Musicians between the ages of 13 to 30 years old, and Drug rehabilitation program.

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to our friend Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson for this amazing recognition from LANFA Awards 2015. Diversity News Magazine, Diversity News TV and Diversity News Radio are proud to be media partners of the 3rd Annual LANFA Awards 2015.

For complete coverage visit Diversity News Magazine at http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/ and our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/diversitynews

Hollywood Media Firm Unveils Brand New Media Site Titled Miss Diversity News Beauty Pageants Magazine

July 30, 2015 – HOLLYWOOD — Diversity News Publications, publisher of Diversity News Magazine unveils brand new media site named Miss Diversity News Beauty Pageants Magazine. Miss Diversity News comes from the publishers of award winning consumer news site Diversity News Magazine.

“Beauty pageants is a big business that we have decided to dedicate a magazine just for the Miss and Miss Teens. We believe they have many dreams, but one of them is to one day become a princes. They dream to wear the tiara with pearls, shining shoes and a long sash. We want their dream to continue by shaping the way they see or read the news about beauty pageant competitions.” said Steven Escobar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Miss Diversity News, President and Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine and President of Diversity News Publications.

“Only because Miss Universe or Miss USA may be over, it doesn’t mean the princes dream is over. It is not because there are so many other beauty pageants that they can be part of it. Also the market will continue on while new generations of Miss or Teens dream to become princes. At Diversity News Publications Family of Companies we are always thinking outside the box by creating new products or services for our daily demanding consumers.” concluded Mr. Escobar.

Miss Diversity News Beauty Pageants Magazine purpose and mission is to educate, inform our diverse readership. As well to highlight the Miss & Miss Teen beauty pageant winners and to disseminate upcoming and after beauty pageant final event results. Our focus is to feature and report on local, national and international beauty pageants features, news and arts and entertainment and more importantly, newsworthy items that would be of interest to our diverse worldwide pageantry readership.

Miss Diversity News is published by Diversity News Publications and Powered by Diversity Professional Business and Media Solutions Group. For more information on Miss Diversity News visit http://missdiversitynews.com

About Miss Diversity News Beauty Pageants Magazine:
Miss Diversity News Beauty Pageants Magazine purpose and mission is to educate, inform our diverse readership. As well to highlight the Miss & Miss Teen beauty pageant winners and to disseminate upcoming and after beauty pageant final event results. Our focus is to feature and report on local, national and international beauty pageants features, news and arts and entertainment and more importantly, newsworthy items that would be of interest to our diverse worldwide pageantry readership. For more information visit http://missdiversitynews.com

About Diversity News Magazine:
Diversity News Magazine was founded in 2009, Diversity News Magazine is an award winning independent multi-media outlet and their mission and purpose is to educate and inform the diverse community worldwide. It focuses on featuring and reporting on local, national and international news, features, arts and entertainment, politics, sports and more importantly, newsworthy items that would be of interest to our diverse cultures. Diversity News Magazine is not targeting a demographic, they are inclusive and work with everyone. For more information visit Diversity News Magazine at www.diversitynewsmagazine.org

EDITORIAL: Donald J Trump YOU ARE FIRED!

Hey, Mr. Donald J. Trump made a big mistake to make a general statement on immigrants. As you may see we all united to send a message to the network’s that without us the Latinos your business could not exist.

It is very disappointing what you said but, we hope you learn to keep your mouth shut. Now you can see it very clear that you are not going nowhere with the attitude.

We applaud Univision decision for cutting all ties with your beauty pageant shows: Miss Universe and Miss USA. Now that NBCUniversal does the same they show that they care about the growing Latino/Hispanic immigrant population in the United States of America who has contributed to the better of this country.

Once again what just happened to Mr. Donald J. Trump is his fault and yes he will not make it to The White House. Donald J. Trump it is not personal it is just Business! You are Fired!

Breaking News: Miss Universe Organization Statement on Miss USA and Miss Universe Beauty Pageants

MISS USA AND MISS UNIVERSE THE SHOW MUST GO ON!

As you may have seen earlier today Monday, June 29, 2015 our breaking news story on NBCUniversal dropping Miss USA and Miss Universe beauty pageants from the networks due to the derogatory statements on Immigrants made by it’s co-owner and producer Mr. Donald J. Trump. Also Mexico’s Televisa  and Carlos Slim from Ora TV ends relationship with Miss Universe.

To be fair and heard both sides, we contacted Miss Universe Organization in New York, NY to get a statement and here is what we received, you can see it and read below their statement. You can read that Miss Universe Organization (MUO) is trying to separate from Mr. Donald J. Trump Sr.

Read Miss Universe Organization Statement on Miss USA and Miss Universe Beauty Pageants:

Miss Universe Organization logo
Logo courtesy of: Miss Universe Organization

The 2015 MISS USA® Pageant will still take place in Baton Rouge on July 12th. We are disheartened by recent events but the show will go on.

The Miss Universe Organization operates as an independent company. In its 64 year history, and under many owners, Miss Universe has developed into a globally recognized brand, with nearly 150 franchise holders domestically and internationally, the majority of whom are small business owners.

The Miss Universe Organization is built on a foundation of inclusion and continues to be a celebration of diversity and of all cultures. This year’s Miss USA contestants represent many different ethnic backgrounds, including six Latinas (four of whom are of Mexican descent).

Annually, nearly ten thousand young women all around the world participate in MISS UNIVERSE pageant events. We continue to welcome those from all backgrounds to enter our system. Our franchisees work tirelessly every day to empower young women to be confident and to be their personal best while raising awareness and millions of dollars for philanthropic endeavors.

While world politics and other influences will undoubtedly play a role, the pageant will always seek to transcend controversy. It is unfortunate that recent events beyond our control have only served to negatively impact the women who participate in the pageant, our state directors, our sponsors and our fans. We want our supporters to know we remain committed to them and we will be conducting the pageant, regardless of the current situation. We are moving forward, full-steam ahead as planned for the next two weeks, culminating in the crowning of a new Miss USA on July 12th .

EDITOR’S NOTE: You see the show must go on. Here at Diversity News Magazine, Diversity News TV and Diversity News Radio we will try to keep you updated on any news developments and possible coverage of Miss USA and Miss Universe. If a network picks the broadcast will you consider to watch them? of if they broadcast the show online? Will you watch? Please leave your comments.

Breaking News: Same Sex Marriage is Legal in All the States of the United States of America

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Breaking News: Same Sex Marriage is Legal in All the States of the United States of America

On Friday, June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court, the highest court of the United States rules that Same Sex Marriage banning was unconstitutional.

CNN.com reported: In a landmark opinion, a divided Supreme Court on Friday ruled that same-sex couples can marry nationwide, establishing a new civil right and handing gay rights advocates a historic victory.

In the 5-4 ruling, Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote for the majority with the four liberal justices. Each of the four conservative justices wrote their own dissent.

Also on Wikipedia states the following: On June 26, 2015, the United States became the twenty-first and most populous country to legalize same-sex marriage, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Obergefell v. Hodges. The court ruled that the denial of marriage licenses to same-sex couples violates the Due Process and the Equal Protection clauses of the Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution. The ruling overturned a previous precedent, Baker v. Nelson.
Starting in 2003, various lower court decisions, state legislation, and popular referendums had already legalized same-sex marriage to some degree in thirty-seven out of fifty U.S. states, in one U.S. territory, and in the District of Columbia. Federal benefits were previously extended to lawfully married same-sex couples following the Supreme Court’s June 2013 decision in United States v. Windsor.

On the same day celebrations were held all over the United States of America.

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Christopher Street West Celebrates 45th Annual Los Angeles Pride 2015 in West Hollywood

Christopher Street West Celebrates 45th Annual Los Angeles Pride 2015 in West Hollywood

On Sunday, June 14, 2015, Thousands of people gathered in West Hollywood Park to celebrate Christopher Street West (CSW) festival and parade production of their 45th Annual CSW LA Pride 2015 in West Hollywood, CA.

This year the 45th annual CSW LA Pride 2015 was held from Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14, 2015 in West Hollywood Park and between Crescent Heights and San Vicente Blvd Streets. The LA Pride consist of Festival where vendors sells products or services and non-profit organizations that provides information and recruit people. As well the festival showcase entertainers on their stages. And on Sunday that is when they do the parade and as well the festival concludes.

Sunday’s parade featured a Diverse group of individuals representing local charity organizations and well known corporates. Some of the parade participants and floats were: Univision, Pop Luck Club, Out@NBCUniversal, NBC LA, E Network, Esquire Network, CNBC, ComCast, Comcast-NBC Universal, Telemundo, Bravo and Universal Studios, Wells Fargo Bank, TMZ and Abbey Food & Bar, Micky’s West Hollywood, CSW LA Pride 2015 Honorees, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, TGirl Nights, Queen USA 2014 and Queen Universe 2015, We are One Be Transparent and CHLA, British Consulate General Los Angeles and Gelson’s Floats,Gloria Allred and the Supremes, Being Alive and AIDS Project LA (APLA), Cheer LA and Bienestar, John Chiang, Alex Padilla, Judy Chu and Lambda Legal, Los Angeles LGBT Center, Time Warner Cable, Bank of America, The Trevor Project and Colin Higgins Foundation and many more.

You can also read our pre-post coverage of the 45th annual Christopher Street West Los Angeles Pride 2015 by visiting Diversity News Magazine at: http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2015/05/25/christopher-street-west-la-pride-announces-2015-entertainment-festival-lineup-for-june-12-14-2015/

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About Christopher Street West
For over 45 years, Christopher Street West (CSW) has produced LA PRIDE, a series of events celebrating the accomplishments of the LGBT community and shedding light on its continued struggle for equality. A year after the modern lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender liberation movement was launched by the mob-led rebellion at the Stonewall Inn on New York’s Christopher Street in June 1969, activists in Los Angeles’ community came together to honor the rebellion with the world’s first PRIDE Parade in Hollywood, CA. Today, the organization continues to promote equality and diversity amongst the LGBT community and its peers with a three-day event held in West Hollywood, CA. The non-profit organization is comprised of volunteers committed to the goals of human rights, education and outreach. For more information visit http://lapride.org

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Editor’s Note: As publishing on this article Marriage for all becomes legal in 50 states of the United States of America on June 26, 2015. You can read our article at: 

Diversity News Magazine Special Spring and Summer 2015 Featuring The Young and the Restless Star Kate Linder

Diversity News Magazine Special Spring and Summer 2015 Featuring The Young and the Restless Star Kate Linder

Hollywood Star Recipient and Actress Kate Linder from The Young and the Restless featured on Diversity News Magazine
Hollywood Star Recipient and Actress Kate Linder from The Young and the Restless featured on Diversity News Magazine

Diversity News Magazine Special Spring and Summer 2015 Featuring Hollywood Walk of Fame Star and Recipient, The Young and the Restless Star Actress Kate Linder.

On April 1, 2015, Diversity News Publications, publisher of Diversity News Magazine unveiled the release of their Special Print Edition Magazine for the Spring and Summer 2015 Featuring The Young and the Restless Star Kate Linder. Kate Linder is an actress, activist, humanitarian & Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Recipient.

“I’m so honored to be on the cover page of the Diversity News Magazine special print edition. What a wonderful way to celebrate my 33rd year on “The Young and the Restless” and 8th anniversary of receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I couldn’t be more delighted, especially because all of this allows me the privilege of bringing more attention to my favorite charities, from The ALS Association and the Los Angeles Mission to the charity teas we do with my generous castmates from “The Young and the Restless” in Canada for both the Canadian Cancer Society and for the March of Dimes Canada’s Conductive Education® (CE) program.” said actress Kate Linder.

Billboard hit recording artist Fawn said, “Kate Linder is a soap opera icon and I’m thrilled she is on the cover of Diversity News Magazine. She’s a such a talented actress and a wonderful person – beautiful inside and out, congratulations Kate!”

As we promised our loyal fans and readers in our January 2015 press release spoiler, the next issue, scheduled to be available in print in April 2015, will feature a familiar celebrity. We hope to continue reaching out to important celebrities and powerful newsmakers and shakers to embrace our magazine covers.

“In this issue we honor and feature a Hollywood Star that cares and is a loving daughter and wife. She is “The Young and the Restless” actress, activist, and STAR Kate Linder, and receives this honor because of the hard work she does to give back to our community. We really need more people like her in this world.” said Steven Escobar, President and Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine and President of Diversity News Publications.

To find out why our team decided to feature actress Kate Linder on the front cover of our special print magazine you must order your print or digital copy of the Spring and Summer 2015 Special Print Issue.
“I want to thank our own Creative and Graphic Design Director Sylvia Johnson Kittrell from Sylvia’s Graphic Creations for working so hard to make our Special Spring/Summer Print Edition cover page perfect. Also thank you to our own Linda Krongold for always being willing to work with tight deadlines and properly edit everything we write to make us look good. I am so happy with the current active team that we have working at Diversity News Magazine.” concluded Mr. Escobar.

The feedback that Diversity News Magazine has received from its fans, readers and colleagues has been very amazing. Some colleagues stated that the magazine is becoming a stronger in the industry by featuring a star like actress Kate Linder.

Diversity News Magazine Special Print Edition will be holding a meet and greet event where celebrities who have been on the cover will be invited to come and autograph copies of the magazine for their fans and our loyal readers. If you are interested in sponsoring our meet and greet event, please call (213) 321-9408 or email to: editor@diversitynewsmagazine.org

The Young and the Restless Actress Kate Linder.

The magazine is published in partnership with Blurb, Inc., a product of MagCloud and is available to be order in print for $9.99 or digital for $7.99. Just  click the link at http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/905521
Anyone who buys the print version will get Free Digital (Digital version is a PDF) with Print Purchase, a savings of $7.99. Remember by purchasing the magazine, you are supporting a team to continue publishing the magazine. You can help them to continue publishing the magazine by sponsoring pages. You can contact President and Executive Editor-In-Chief Steven Escobar at editor@diversitynewsmagazine.org to find out how you can get involved and help with sponsorship opportunities.

Diversity News Magazine Special Spring and Summer 2015 Featuring The Young and the Restless Star Kate Linder

By Esteban Steven Escobar in Diversity News Magazine

32 pages, published 4/1/2015

Diversity News Magazine Special Print Spring and Summer 2015 Edition Featuring The Young and the Restless Star Kate Linder. Kate Linder is an actress, activist, humanitarian & Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Recipient.

About Diversity News Magazine:
Diversity News Magazine was founded in 2007, Diversity News Magazine is an independent multi-media outlet and their mission and purpose is to educate and inform the diverse community worldwide. It focuses on featuring and reporting on local, national and international news, features, arts and entertainment, politics, sports and more importantly, newsworthy items that would be of interest to our diverse cultures. Diversity News Magazine is not targeting a demographic, they are inclusive and work with everyone. For more information visit Diversity News Magazine at www.Diversitynewsmagazine.org

About Diversity News Media Brands formerly Diversity News Publications: Diversity News Publications the company was founded in 2003, the website DiversityNewsPublications.com launched June 14, 2007. Diversity News Publications, is a news/entertainment multimedia firm. Diversity News Publications media assets are: Diversity News Magazine (online), Diversity News Magazine (special limited print edition) and owns Diversity News TV on YouTube, Diversity News TV on Vimeo, Diversity News TV on Ustream.TV, Diversity News TV Networks on Daily Motion, Diversity News Radio (online), Diversity News Hollywood (blog), Diversity News Online (blog), Diversity News Los Angeles (blog) and many more. Also Diversity News Publications owns Diversity News Productions (events producer), Local Celebrity Los Angeles (Online & TV Production Show), Diversity News Printing Services, Diversity Professional Business & Media Solutions Group, Diversity News 3960, Diversity Recovery Systems, owner of the following social medias Tweeter @RealDNewsMag, Instagram @diversitynewsmagazine, http://dispatchusa.tumblr.com, and many more. For more information visit http://www.diversitynewsmediabrands.com

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Kill My Coquette CD Review Features A Powerful Boom of Eagerness And Explosive Sounds

Kill My Coquette CD Review Features A Powerful Boom of Eagerness And Explosive Sounds

Photo courtesy of Natalie Denise Sperl

Kill My Coquette Lead Singer Natalie Denise Sperl

Upbeat Alternative band “Kill My Coquette” consists of four band members brings the rage of punk music alive.  The band member only needs are a few instruments to make each sound come alive and bring an outrageous beat for all rock/punk/ alternative music lovers to enjoy. Simple guitars played by Lead Guitarist, Dave Stucken and Mike Hejia on the tracks, provides the energy throughout each songs.

For instance, song “Sweet Baby Blooze”, starts off smooth and sexy, but in between lyrics performed by Vocalist / Guitarist, Natalie Denise Sperl, the guitarist enlightens the background of a rock and roll sound of the screeching guitar. You can have the softness and hardness that brings the song alive.

Drummer, Ty Dennis, slams on the drums for “3rd & Bonnie Brae”. For all who enjoy the sounds of drums on any set, you will be fascinated by the energy and charisma that he delivers to make the song sound energized.

Last song on the release is “Post Teenage Angst” is upbeat when the guitarist plays he starts off rough and fast with a mind blowing WOW!  Singer, Natalie slides in with a powerful boom of eagerness and screams to get her point across.

Who would figure a Hollywood artist such as Natalie Denise Sperl from Los Angeles, California starts a band after modeling and acting. Her dad’s music collection made her want to pick up a guitar and start a band.

Get your copy today and enjoy the raspy vocals of Natalie and the explosive sounds of the guitars and drums of each sound track version. Produced by Danny McGough, and label by “Kill Devil Hills Entertainment”.  Five tracks for your enjoyment.

Kill My Coquette includes the following tracks.

3rd & Bonnie Brae

Festival Boy

Sweet Baby Blooze

Close to Me

Post Teenage Angst

Current line up however is:

As date of this cd review, the current line up are:

Natalie Denise Sperl – Vocals/Guitar

Cody Jones –  Lead Guitar

Mike Evans – Bass

Kelly Hagerman – Drums

It is recommended for all rock and roll and punk music lovers.  You can find more information at www.killmycoquette.com. Also you can visit Natalie Denise Sperl IMDB at www.imdb.com/name/nm0912420

By Stella Gomez, Diversity News Magazine.

Stella Gomez is a photographer and event blogger. For more information visit her media site Disco Stella’s Photography at https://www.discostellaphotography.com

The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association (GALECA) Hosts The 4th Annual Dorian Awards Winner Toast

The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association (GALECA) Hosts The 4th Annual Dorian Awards Winner Toast

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On Sunday, March 1, 2015, The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association (GALECA) hosted the 4th Annual Dorian Awards Winners Toast at The Maharaja Room of The Pikey Bar & Cafe 7617 Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, CA 90046 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. The 4th Annual Dorian Awards winners toast was hosted by Blair Madison Late (Bravo’ reality television series, Newlyweds: The First Year 2013).

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Photos credit to: Clinton H. Wallace/PhotoMundo International for DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly DiversityNewsMagazineDotcom

Members, Officers and Guest of GALECA celebrated the 4th Annual Dorian Awards Winners with champagne toast, garlic fries with dressing, including photograph of themselves. The event gave members, officers and their guest the opportunity to network and get to know each other. Everyone looked at having great time during the events.

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Star Melora Hardin (Transparent & The Office) was on hand to accept a series’ of several awards in the categories of (TV Comedy of the Year, LGBTQ Show of the Year, etc.). Also Robert Michael Morris (Valerie Cherish’s hairdresser Mickey on The Comeback) joined the group celebration to accept Lisa Kudrow’s TV Performance of the Year award on her behalf.

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Couple Jeff Zarrillo and Paul Katami the first gay couple to be legally marry in California, joined Galeca to accept the Dorian Award for The Case Against 8’s win for documentary.

Accepting via online, the Timeless Award (given to an actor or performer whose exemplary career is marked by character, wisdom and wit) was George Takei.

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Among the guests were Natalie Denise Sperl (Vocals/Guitar, Kill My Coquette), Christy Oldham (Film producer) and many more.
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Photos credit to: Clinton H. Wallace/PhotoMundo International for DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly DiversityNewsMagazineDotcom

John Griffiths (Television Critic • Us Weekly) is the President of The Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association (GALECA) organization.

Logo credit to: Galeca Dorian Awards

GALECA, a 501 C-6 nonprofit organization, is comprised of over 100 professional entertainment journalists across the U.S. GALECA’s mission is to generate camaraderie in an unsettling media environment, preserve and champion the art of constructive criticism, and remind the world the LGBTQ community has a significant history of enhancing culture at large. And how would the world fare without knowing what’s campy? 

Follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/DorianAwards and Become a fan at facebook.com/dorianawards

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Photos credit to: Clinton H. Wallace/PhotoMundo International for DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly DiversityNewsMagazineDotcom
Photos credit to: Clinton H. Wallace/PhotoMundo International for DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly DiversityNewsMagazineDotcom
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Editor’s Note: Our very own Executive Editor-In-Chief Esteban Escobar aka Steven Escobar from Diversity News Magazine published by Diversity News Publications is a proud member of GALECA with voting rights on the Dorian Awards.

Wardrobe Spring Cleaning

Wardrobe Spring Cleaning

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The weather is warming up, people are starting to spend more time outdoors, and it’s about to be everyone’s favorite time of year. With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about your spring cleaning. And while cleaning out your oven is essential, it’s not that interesting to read about. So we’re going to take a look at another, often neglected area of spring cleaning, cleaning out your wardrobe.

When was the last time you went through your clothes and decided to get rid of all of those clothes you never wear? Can’t remember? You’re not alone. Many of us just let the clothes pile up over time with the thought that hey, we’ll wear this old shirt again someday, right? Wrong. You need to cut the cord and realize that the clothes you don’t like now, you’re never going to like. Spring cleaning is the time to be judicious, and that means taking a hard look at what should stay and what should go. Need some help getting started? We’ve put together a little checklist to guide you along the way. Check it out:

Start with the Basics
Need a place to start? Go for the socks, tee shirts, and underwear drawer, as these are the items that tend to go unnoticed for the longest time. And trust us, you don’t want to let them go that long. In most cases, you could use a refresher on your socks and underwear. Instead of just getting the same plastic package from the department store, treat yourself to something a little higher quality this time around. Try something like VK Nagrani designer underwear that you’ll actually enjoy wearing. With higher quality materials, more interesting styles, and a more flattering cut, you won’t miss your old undies, we promise.

Move into Outerwear
Once you’ve covered the basics, you should move into your outerwear collection. As the weather is getting warmer and you’re going to be moving your jackets to the back of the closet, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about which items are worth storing, and which are just taking up space. If you live somewhere exceptionally cold, we understand holding onto a few extra layers for the sake of warmth, but for most people, if you have more than four jackets, you’re probably never wearing them. Do yourself a favor and toss the ones that you haven’t taken out in years. They’re just a bulky waste of space, and the people at Goodwill can give them to someone who will appreciate them much more.

Judge Your Footwear
Out of everything in your wardrobe, your shoes tend to age the fastest. With the constant contact with rain, pavement, dirt, and grime, your shoes show their age very quickly and very noticeably. While you might have broken in your favorite pair, they probably don’t have the same luster they did when you bought them. It’s ok to say goodbye to your shoes, they were never made to last forever.

When in Doubt, Toss It
The golden rule of spring wardrobe cleaning, if there is such a thing, is that when you’re not sure if you should hold onto something or not, you shouldn’t. Donating your old clothes and shoes is a therapeutic exercise and helps set the stage for becoming the person you want to be. In the spirit of spring renewal, starting over with a new wardrobe is refreshing. You’ll be relieved of that guilty feeling when you see a shirt you haven’t worn in ages, and you’ll make room for some new things to freshen up your look.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Wardrobe Spring Cleaning is been re published from Diversity News Magazine Dot com archives at archive org

Stella Gomez Featured On Diversity News Magazine Special Birthday and Holiday Print Issue

Stella Gomez Featured On Diversity News Magazine Special Birthday and Holiday Print Issue

Diversity News Publications, publisher of DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly Diversity News Magazine announced the release of their Special Birthday and Holiday Print Issue Featuring their Own Stella Gomez, Photographer, Writer and Reporter. Diversity News Magazine Special Print Edition was published on December 30, 2014.

To find out why our team decided to featured on the front cover of our special print magazine Stella Gomez. You need to order your print or digital copies of the Special Birthday and Holiday Print Issue.

“This Special Birthday and Holiday Print Issue is very special because it recognizes Stella Gomez for all the work she does in covering events, taking photos and writing articles. I really appreciate all her hard work.”said Steven Escobar, President and Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine and President of Diversity News Publications.

An spoiler news for their loyal fans and readers, the next issue which is schedule to be available in print on April 2015 will featured an B familiar celebrity.

“I am happy to work in with other professionals in publishing and design to make our magazine better every time. I thanks them for their feedback and collaboration.” concluded Mr. Escobar.

The magazine is published in partnership with Blurb, Inc., a product of MagCloud and is available to be order in print for $8.00 or digital for $3.00, just click link a thttp://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/861155

Any one who buys the print version will get Free Digital (Digital version is a PDF) with Print Purchase! that is a savings of $5.00 Remember by purchasing the magazine, you are supporting their team work to continue publishing the magazine. You can help them to continue publishing the magazine by sponsoring some pages. Contact President and Executive Editor-In-Chief Steven Escobar at editor@diversitynewsmagazine.org on how you can help with sponsorship.

Diversity News Magazine Special Birthday and Holiday Issue Featuring Our Own Stella Gomez, Photographer, Writer and Reporter

By Esteban Steven Escobar in Diversity News Magazine

32 pages, published 12/30/2014

Diversity News Magazine Special Birthday and Holiday Issue Featuring Our Own Stella Gomez, Photographer, Writer and Reporter. Also this is our Diversity News Magazine Special Print Holiday Issue. Please see the birthday wishes, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2015 from various organizations and individuals.

About Diversity News Magazine: Hollywood’s Worldwide Online Consumer News Magazine. DiversityNewsMagazine.org formerly DiversityNewsMagazineDotcom was founded in 2009, Diversity News Magazine is an award winning independent online and special digital print edition mainstream multi-media outlet. DiversityNewsMagazine.org mission and purpose is to educate and inform our diverse community worldwide. We focus on featuring and reporting on local, national and international news, Arts & Entertainment, Awards Shows, Breaking News, Celebrity News, Red Carpet Events, Charities, Features, Fashion Shows, Parades, One on One Interviews, Healthcare, Movies, Politics, Sports and more importantly, newsworthy items that would be of interest to our diverse cultures.

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Why Online Bingo is So Popular

Why Online Bingo is So Popular
Online Bingo - Diversity News MagazinePeople have such a huge choice when it comes to playing online games, it may come as a surprise to find out that more than 100 million people are registered on different online bingo sites around the world.

And whereas bingo used to have a reputation for being an old people’s game, according to information released by Tablet Bingo, it appears that bingo players are getting progressively younger. In 2003, 46% of players were under the age of 45, but in 2013, that figure had increased to 62%. Far from being an old people’s game, it would seem that bingo is now a game for the youngsters amongst us.

Why is it then, when there’s such a variety of games to choose to play online – and many of them for free – that so many people make the decision to sign up to play a game you have to pay to join in, and then only have such a small chance of winning?

There are lots of reasons why people choose bingo over other games. Here are just a few of them.

Bingo OnlineSimplicity is the key

When you choose to play an online game, you don’t necessarily want to tire out your brain cells to do so. There are plenty of times when playing an online game is more about being entertained than having to put your thinking cap on. For example, if you’ve had a busy and stressful day at work, or you’ve been at home with the kids and they’ve been asking you questions all day, it’s sometimes nice to have a game that you can zone out with, and bingo allows you to do just that.

The game has always been easy to play. In the bingo hall version, you’d listen to the number calls and mark off your cards as quickly as possible in order to be the first to shout bingo. Online, you only have to choose a game and the card (or cards) you wish to buy. The software does the number daubing for you; leaving you free to sit back and relax. The only tension you might feel is if your card is getting filled up and it looks like you might win – but that’s an exciting kind of stress!

We all like value for money

Although we might be willing to pay for our online gaming fix, we all appreciate getting good value for money – and that’s just what you get at the major online bingo sites like Winner Bingo and Instant Bingo. At Winner Bingo, for example, as well as offering a welcome bonus to new players who make a first deposit, there are also plenty of free games included in the round-the-clock schedule. Although the games are free, they still lead to real money jackpots, so they are always worth joining in. It’s the same on most of the major bingo sites – free games are a way of rewarding customer loyalty and ensuring that players won’t move to a different site.

You get to chat too

Part of the fun of playing online bingo is that as you don’t need to concentrate on the game, you get to socialise while you play. That’s why bingo is such a popular choice. You may find yourself at a loose end, bored with no-one to talk to – login to your favourite bingo site and you’ll have more company than you know what to do with in a matter of moments. Bingo chat rooms always have a fun atmosphere, thanks to the presence of a chat moderator as well as the other players. And when things get a little quiet, the moderator will often start off some chat games where you might win extra cash or a free entry to another bingo game.

For all these reasons and more, it’s not so surprising that so many people around the world enjoy bingo today.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Why Online Bingo is So Popular is been re published from Diversity News Magazine Dot com archives at archive org

Michael Deluca Shot By Port Hueneme Ventura Police

Michael Deluca Shot By Port Hueneme Ventura Police

Sly Stallone bodyguard & videographer producer Michael Deluca aka Duke De Luca shot by Port Hueneme Ventura Police on Friday, September 6, 2013

Per The Ventura County Star reported on September 9, 2013 the following: Two Port Hueneme police officers used a Taser on a Thousand Oaks man before fatally shooting him early Friday, officials said.

According to police, Michael De Luca, 53, was shot and killed about 4:15 a.m. in the 500 block of Surfside Drive.

“Saddened by the news of the passing of my dear friend pro boxer Golden Gloves Champion and photographer Mike Duke De Luca. Duke was a stand-up guy who was a source of inspiration to me showing how to always keep your chin up and keep up the fight for whatever struggle one deals with. RIP Duke! You were a Real Champ!!!” ~Tom Slack.

Also ABC 7 Los Angeles reports that: Port Hueneme police say former bodyguard Michael Deluca claimed he had a gun before officers fatally shot him during a confrontation last week.

I can add that on September 9, 2013 I contacted the Media Relations Officer of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office asking why he was shot and this is the response I received:

Hi Esteban,

Thanks for your email.  The Sheriff’s Office did not handle any part of the investigation.  Our Crime Lab Scientists are working on the evidence related to this case, which is protocol for law enforcement agencies throughout the County for this type of investigation.

 

Let me know if you have any other questions.

 

Thank you.

~Don Aguilar

Leaves behind his sons Michael and Vinny DeLuca.

“Mornin, All, I wake up with a clear head, and am back on my own path… If I had any advice to give, I would say, ALways be your own person… When true love bites you on the ass, or a good fulfilling line of work…you will know it… Life is nothing but moments… Live yours the way you want to, and must do as an individual. Back to the books for me, and looking at a bright future, what is, and what shall never be is my Motto, just do what You want to do… Life is short… One day your 21, before you know it, your 50! …LIVE with no regrets.. But then again…have too few to mention….” ~DUKE

I can not believe it that the police will kill this man who was no danger to them or anyone. I worked with Michael Deluca 3 years ago when him and Patrice Ryan covered Shine On 2 Hollywood at Celebrity Center in Hollywood, CA. He enjoyed covering events and editing his footage. My prayers and condolences to his family especially his sons. Michael Deluca Sr. aka Duke De Luca Rest In Peace and GOD will protect you always.

Even on my Diversity News Magazine LinkedIn on May 2013 he wrote a recommendation stating: Dear Esteban,
I’ve written this recommendation of your work to share with other LinkedIn users.
Details of the Recommendation: “A Guy To know….. The Job and creative he creates shows….Nicely
~DUKE”
Service Category: Business Consultant
Year first hired: 2013 (hired more than once)
Top Qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

A Facebook fan page have been created title: What Really Happened To “The DUKE” at https://www.facebook.com/pages/What-Really-Happened-To-The-DUKE/1413397688876272

As the date of this article post, a Memorial Fund for Michael Deluca Sr. have been set up by Melissa Kantor asking people to help: Mike was tragically killed on Friday, September 6, 2013.  His sons need your help to aid in covering the costs of funeral arrangements and to gain information on the tragedy. All funds will go directly to his sons.  This goal is set small, but the needs are great.  Anything that you can contribute will be greatly appreciated! – To help go to http://www.youcaring.com/memorial-fundraiser/michael-deluca-memorial-fund/86644

About Mike De Luca: Mike “The Duke” De Luca was a Boxer, Director/Videographer/Editor/Actor.
Mike De Luca was born in 1959 with the name Michael Maloney. William Maloney was his step-father. Michael grew up in the Bronx, New York and relocated to Long Island when he was 11 years old. He briefly attended Eastern Kentucky University to pursue a future in Law Enforcement. Mike won the New York State Golden Gloves at Madison Square Garden in 1979 as a 19 year old, 197 lb. heavyweight. He fought, and knocked out Harry Keitt (“On The Ropes”) in 42 seconds of the first round. He went on to take a silver metal in The Empire State Games the following year. He could not fight for the gold because of a broken hand. Mike drove out to California in 1981. He eventually became a Pro Boxer (managed by actor, producer Tony Danza). This was the proper opportunity for Mike to obtain his real father’s surname, De Luca. Mike was a professional bodyguard from 1984-1989. He has studied American and Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu since the early ’90s. He is currently a studio Plasterer, and Laborer in Union Locals 755, and 724. Mike is the co-creator and co-owner of a newly patented product called “bikerstrapz”, which will soon take the world by storm. Their corporation Rockin’Couture has limitless expectations.

Diversity News Radio on Air with Steven Escobar Co-Hosted by Lourdes Duque Baron

Diversity News Radio on Air with Steven Escobar to be Co-Host by International Published Author Lourdes Duque Baron

Diversity News Radio on Air with Steven Escobar to be Co-Host by International Published Author Lourdes Duque Baron
Scripted In Heaven By Lourdes Duque Baron
Diversity News Radio on Air with Steven Escobar to be Co-Host by International Published Author Lourdes Duque Baron
Scripted In Heaven By Lourdes Duque Baron

On June 27, 2013 – Hollywood, CA — Diversity News Productions producer of Diversity News Radio announced that Diversity News Radio on Air with Steven Escobar to be Co-Host by International Published Author Lourdes Duque Baron from “Scripted In Heaven” and upcoming book ”I Called Myself Cassandra” to co-host the show on Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 3:30pm to 4:15 pm.

To Listen to the show, click link here http://www.blogtalkradio.com/diversitynewsradio/2013/06/29/steven-escobar-lourdes-duque-baron-to-host-diversity-news

On this show they will talk about her new upcoming radio show on the Diversity News Radio Networks called “The Lourdes Duque Baron Live in Hollywood Talk Radio Show”. Also about her upcoming book ”I Called Myself Cassandra” and 2013 EOTM Awards.

As always guests are invited to be part of the show by calling in to speak with the host (760) 888-5783 or email at diversitynewsradio@gmail.com

About Lourdes Duque Baron:
Lourdes Duque Baron, MHA, MSG, is a Catholic baby boomer and the wife of Dr. Robinson V. Baron. Lourdes Duque Baron is a community leader, international published book author of “Scripted in Heaven”, beauty queen (3rd runner-up for Mrs. Asia USA 2011 representing the Philippines), producer, president of Celestial Productions and founder/president of The Baron Publishing House Corporation. On January 10, 2013 she was nominated for The Sidney Hillman Foundation Award for her book “Scriped In Heaven” On February 12, 2013 she was nominated for the 2013 EOTM Award for her published book “Scripted In Heaven” in the category of Outstanding Literary (Inspirational, True Story, Biography). On February 28, 2013 she won an award for her book “Scripted In Heaven” at MoneyCytec Achiever Awards Night 2013 in New York. For more information visit her IMDB at Lourdes Duque Baron Imdb or official site at http://lourdesduquebaron.com/

About Steven Escobar:
Esteban A. Escobar (born in El Salvador, Central America on September 6th) is an award winning American (Journalist, reporter, editor, columnist, writer, producer, director, publicist, radio personality, accounts receivable specialist and philanthropist). Steven Escobar is the Executive Editor-In-Chief of DiversityNews Magazine. Esteban “Steven” Escobar is also the Producer, Director of Diversity News TV, the host of Diversity News Radio, on Air with Steven Escobar, the President of Diversity News Publications and he owns E.E.Enterprises, an affiliate of The Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. For more information visit his IMDB at Esteban Steven Escobar Imdb

About Diversity News Radio On AIR with Steven Escobar and Diversity News Radio Top 10 Most Requested Songs with Steven Escobar: “Diversity News Radio, On AIR with Steven Escobar” is an interactive, live internet talk-radio show that focuses on singers, business leaders, actresses, actors, recording artists, music composers, authors and writers and more of all genres and mediums. The show format features live music, interviews, breaking news, gossips, announcements, confessions, events, advertisements and much more. Host Steven Escobar explores the careers, advice, writing style and personality of each guest. Callers are encouraged to call (760) 888-5783 to listen or ask questions. The stream and archives are available at Diversity News Radio Networks – Diversity News Radio On Air with Steven Escobar. or http://www.diversitynewsradio.diversitynewspublications.com/. The show is live every Saturdays and Sundays is the coutdown of songs with starts with #10 to #1 at 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. The show is hosted on BlogTalkRadio.

Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles

Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles

Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles
Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles. Photo credit to: Wikipedia

On May 21, 2013 Eric Garcetti was elected Mayor of Los Angeles with 53.9% of votes. His term will begin in July 2013. Eric Michael Garcetti (born February 4, 1971) is the mayor-elect of Los Angeles and an outgoing member of the Los Angeles City Council, representing the 13th District.[1] He served as Council President from 2006 to 2012.[2]

Garcetti is the son of the former Los Angeles County District Attorney Gil Garcetti. A member of the Democratic Party, Garcetti won in a nonpartisan election for Mayor on May 21, 2013, defeating city Controller Wendy Greuel;[3] Garcetti is the city’s first elected Jewish mayor and its youngest in more than a century.

“Thank you Los Angeles–the hard work begins but I am honored to lead this city for the next four years. Let’s make this a great city again.” twitted Mayor elect Eric Garcetti.

“You can’t look to the stars until you’ve fixed the cracks in the sidewalk,” Los Angeles City Councilmember Eric Garcetti often says. As the third-term councilmember serving the 13th Council District, Garcetti has shown that a commitment to the street-level health of the community is a necessary first step in creating positive change. His unique combination of pothole politics and vision has won measurable results in the 13th District, showing how local solutions can show the way to make our city safer, create transportation solutions, and ease the city’s housing crisis.

A fourth-generation Angeleno, Eric Garcetti was born at Good Samaritan Hospital and grew up in Los Angeles.  He won a hotly-contested election to the Los Angeles City Council in 2001, becoming one of the youngest city councilmembers in the city’s history. Over 100 languages are spoken on the streets of his district, from Hollywood to Downtown and across the Los Angeles River. The neighborhoods he represents constitute the beating heart of Los Angeles.

Garcetti was unanimously elected as Council President in December 2005 and unanimously re-elected in July 2007 and July 2009.  During his tenure as president, he modernized the council’s legislative assignments, making the council’s committees more reflective of the issues that face Los Angeles.

During his first term in office, Garcetti emerged as an effective local problem-solver and as a strong advocate on citywide and national issues. He led the effort to fund the nation’s largest Affordable Housing Trust Fund, oversaw the economic and cultural revitalization of Hollywood, wrote and championed Proposition O to clean up our local water, won passage of a plan that eliminated the city’s business tax for 60% of all businesses, and helped bring thousands of new high wage jobs to Los Angeles and his district.  In his district, he tackled neighborhoods’ most intractable problems, nearly tripled the number of parks, ensuring the availability of an after-school program in every school in the district, and reducing graffiti by more than 60 percent.

Councilmember Garcetti’s work has been recognized in dozens of awards, including the John F. Kennedy New Frontier Award for Americans under 40 who are changing their communities with a commitment to public service; the Green Cross Millennium Award from former President Mikhail Gorbachev, for environmental leadership; a “Tiger Award” from the Valley Industry and Commerce Association, for his work on business tax reform; the New Democrat of the Week recognition from the Democratic Leadership Council, for his work on safety in commercial office buildings and security officers’ working conditions; and the first Olson Award from Human Rights Watch for his human rights activism.

The Los Angeles Times writes that Garcetti is “smart” and “imaginative” and offers the city “refreshing idealism.” He was featured in LA Weekly’s Best of Los Angeles issue and the Los Angeles Alternative Press readers named him “L.A.’s Favorite Elected Official” of 2003. In 2004, The Los Angeles Business Journal named him one of the 25 Angelenos who stand out for their potential to shape lives in Los Angeles.  A profile in Los Angeles magazine in 2006 called him “a rising star”.

Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles
Congratulations Eric Garcetti Is Elected Mayor of the City of Los Angeles. Photo credit to: ericgarcetti.com

Prior to his election, Garcetti taught public policy, diplomacy and world affairs at Occidental College and the University of Southern California. In 1998, the Rockefeller Foundation selected him as a Next Generation Leadership Fellow.

Eric Garcetti was raised in the San Fernando Valley. He studied urban planning and political science at Columbia University, where he received his B.A. and M.A. in International Relations. He studied as a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University and the London School of Economics. He is an avid photographer, jazz pianist and composer. He lives in Silver Lake with his wife, Amy Elaine Wakeland.

Sources: Wikipedia, http://cd13.com, http://www.ericgarcetti.com

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