> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.edinburghminute.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # The Edinburgh Minute ⏰ Thursday 8 October 2026 - URL: https://www.edinburghminute.com/the-edinburgh-minute-thursday-8-october-2026/ - Published: 2026-10-08T06:15:51.000Z - Updated: 2026-10-08T06:26:08.000Z - Description: Summerhall artists left with questions after consultation, Fringe could shift for school holidays, adventurer Mark Beaumont shares 'Extreme Dreams' + Porty family on Grand Designs - Author: Michael MacLeod 👋 Good morning Edinburgh. Sorry it's a few minutes late today, a lot to catch up on! Here’s Thursday's **Edinburgh Minute**. [Subscribe for free or upgrade here](https://www.edinburghminute.com/#/portal/signup/) 🌦️ **Today's weather forecast**: A sunny start but the temperature is currently just **5C**. It will reach 13C around 1pm and some cloud will roll in too. There's a chance of rain this evening. - [The full Met Office forecast for Edinburgh is here](https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gcvwr3zrw?ref=edinburghminute.com#?date=2026-10-08). 🌅 **Sunrise**: 7.30am. **Sunset**: 6.30pm. 🎨 Plans for the '***partial selective demolition***' of some buildings at **Summerhall** went on show at the arts centre yesterday. Developer *AMA (New Town) Limited* showcased multiple options that it says it wants feedback on. - - [**If you couldn't attend, you can still share feedback via this website**](https://www.summerhallconsultation.co.uk/have-your-say.php?ref=edinburghminute.com). ⮑ Speaking outside the event, [MSP Lorna Slater said](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeMrm%5F1ovX1/?ref=edinburghminute.com): "*I'm pretty distressed by what I saw. They want to build more purpose-built student housing. They want to get rid of the pub. They want to build hotels. Reduce the arts spaces significantly. There doesn't seem to be a plan for supporting the organisations and businesses that are in the building now. It looks just devastating. There's a lot of work to do to figure out a development plan that is going to work for the people here*." ⮑ Among the building's 100+ resident artists and business owners is [María Poyato](https://www.mariapoyatostudio.com/?ref=edinburghminute.com), who produces small batch **pottery** and runs creative workshops from her studio there. [She said](https://www.instagram.com/stories/mariapoyato.studio/4002686677400401375/?ref=edinburghminute.com): "*I agree the building needs some work. But we'll all need to go while they build a hotel and living areas so they can fund having the arts there. But then the question is: who's going to be able to go back? Are we going to be able to go back? Definitely not all of us. How much is it going to be?*" - [Find more resident artists' updates via ***Made In Summerhall***](https://www.instagram.com/stories/madeinsummerhall/?ref=edinburghminute.com). ⮑ Meanwhile, artist [Melissa Hugo](https://www.instagram.com/m.hugo.art/?ref=edinburghminute.com), who is set to appear on Sky’s Portrait Artist of the Year TV show, said she will “***likely have to leave Edinburgh***” because of the lack of affordable studio space. - [Ross Chalmers, Deadline News](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/10/07/artists-left-out-in-the-cold-will-likely-have-to-leave-edinburgh/?ref=edinburghminute.com). - **Ali Afshar, the Managing Director of AMA**, defended the plans: "*This is probably the best location for student accommodation. We're sitting in the University of Edinburgh heartland*," [he told Heather Carrick of the Evening News](https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/lorna-slater-criticises-summerhall-student-accommodation-plans-9273729?ref=edinburghminute.com). 🏛️ Broadcaster and ex-**Edinburgh Academy** pupil Nicky Campbell gave evidence at court yesterday about how he was abused by a teacher in the 1970s. - [Lewis Michie, STV News](https://news.stv.tv/west-central/nicky-campbell-tells-court-he-was-beaten-by-teacher-at-edinburgh-private-school?ref=edinburghminute.com). [Nicky Campbell tells court he was beaten by teacher at private schoolAn examination of the facts is taking place at the High Court in Edinburgh![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/favicon-4a92c17d-49a0-4d4e-89a7-b11697eadb13.png)STV NewsLewis Michie![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/5ab2af678d880357ea1fd31026deefd3-1791390708-social-default-ebe3ad2a-0970-4c8f-9d76-832c39b68ddc.jpg)](https://news.stv.tv/west-central/nicky-campbell-tells-court-he-was-beaten-by-teacher-at-edinburgh-private-school?ref=edinburghminute.com) 🏡 **Portobello** was the star on Channel 4 last night as a local family’s decade-long house-build featured on ***Grand Designs***. Artists [Jana](https://www.instagram.com/janamiddleton%5Fart/?ref=edinburghminute.com) and [Rory](https://www.instagram.com/rorymiddletonstudio/?ref=edinburghminute.com) converted the former driving test centre hut next to the railway line. It did not go smoothly, but the family did not give up. Host Kevin McCloud described the outcome as ‘quite magical’. - [Tune in here](https://www.channel4.com/programmes/grand-designs/on-demand/65183-006?ref=edinburghminute.com). You can also find the local **architect**, [Iain MacLeod, on Instagram here](https://www.instagram.com/studioima.architects/?ref=edinburghminute.com). [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-08-at-01.52.04.png)](https://www.instagram.com/p/DeNRNK5EXJz/?img%5Findex=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [****@granddesignstv + @studioima.architects + @janamiddleton\_art + @rorymiddletonstudio on Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/p/DeNRNK5EXJz/?img%5Findex=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) 📆 Organisers of the ***Edinburgh Festival Fringe*** are surveying participants about changing the dates to align the event with school holidays. - [Exclusive by Brian Ferguson in The Herald](https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/26615746.edinburgh-fringe-festival-chiefs-consider-school-holidays-dates-change/?ref=edinburghminute.com). 🎟️ [This week's Culture Minute](https://www.edinburghminute.com/edinburgh-culture-minute-7-14-october-2026/) is an events special, featuring *An Evening with *The Fast Show**, ***Underground Solution***'s 30th party, ***Arab Strap***, ***Breabach***, ***Michael Palin***, ***David Shrigley*** \+ Fun Lovin' Criminal **Huey Morgan** and much more. [Edinburgh Culture Minute 🪩 7 - 14 October 2026An Evening with The Fast Show, Underground Solution’s 30th party, Arab Strap, Breabach, Michael Palin, David Shrigley + Fun Lovin’ Criminal Huey Morgan![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/1-34047425-252f-43fd-95cd-d2107fd39ba9.jpg)The Edinburgh MinuteMichael MacLeod![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/AnEveningWithTheFastShow_Prod-Shot_1920x1080-8438650d-1e2a-442e-8ae7-3d904d002a47.webp)](https://www.edinburghminute.com/edinburgh-culture-minute-7-14-october-2026/) [Subscribe for free or upgrade here](https://www.edinburghminute.com/#/portal/signup/) --- ## 📌 **Edinburgh Minute Community Noticeboard** ⮑ [Please get in touch using this form](https://www.townspot.co/submit/edinburgh-minute?ref=edinburghminute.com). It’s the only way to get something featured in the newsletter. **🤝 Help available for local charitable and voluntary groups** \- *'Help for cash-strapped local charities and voluntary groups is now available through Edinburgh4Community grant finding database. Over three million pounds of funding has been raised by local groups through Edinburgh4Community since its launch.'* \- [More details here, shared by Edinburgh Libraries.](https://townspot.co/go/94d48e7a-f0c8-4c43-8b66-3f3bfde46584?type=news&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🖥️ Private Studios & Desks Available | Leith** \- *'Coven is a creative co-working space in Leith. We have two private studios and a dedicated desk available. Our memberships include 24/7 access, breakout areas, fast wifi and coffee. See our website www.covenstudios.uk / Email us hello@covenstudios.uk (Deadline: 31 Oct)'* \- [More details here, shared by Coven Studios.](https://townspot.co/go/ca2b48d5-69c6-4251-8ed8-361297d58fbf?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎨 Art Studio Space/Wood Workshop to Share in August\_21 Cafe basement, Newington area - near Summerhall** \- *'Looking for someone to share a woodworking & art studio on a schedule with me, ideally another artist or maker who would love to have a dedicated space - to create and develop their practice. Rent is £75 each pcm. Get in touch for more details 💙'* \- [More details here, shared by Paula Doña.](https://townspot.co/go/75ea052e-3c25-4f4c-863d-bf9a82391d91?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **📖 New Hibs book launched digitally** \- *'Hibs fans can access free content following the launch of a book about the club in the 1990s: (What’s The Story) Goals and Glory? Taking a novel approach, the book is being released in 3 parts – first digitally, then as a complete printed edition.'* \- [More details here, shared by Colin Leslie.](https://townspot.co/go/b59974f6-2d4e-435e-9794-53082b94b390?type=news&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🧘‍♂️ Online Zoom Forum: B K S Iyengar: The Spiritual, Social and Humanitarian Vision in His life and Work** \- *'There will be five talks, each of 15 minutes, followed by discussion among the speakers and the chair, followed by Q & A. Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026\. Time: 7pm-9pm (UK time).'* \- [More details here, shared by Neill Walker, Edinburgh International Centre for Spirituality and Peace.](https://townspot.co/go/15c193bb-7369-4e56-8d4e-586a99a551e5?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **📝 Write Nights - online Writing Group** \- *'Welcome to Write Nights, a joyful, informal online space & community designed to help you get reflective, expressive, creative and write with abandon. Over 5 weeks get creative and build your writing confidence. All ages, stages & abilities welcome. (Deadline: 14 Oct)'* \- [More details here, shared by Julie Drybrough.](https://townspot.co/go/d096e5a5-3621-472f-94a1-07450bb7093d?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎄 Fresh Start's Cookers For Christmas Appeal 2026 is now live!** \- *'Our annual Christmas Appeal supports people moving on from homelessness in Edinburgh to access essential White Goods: cookers, fridge/freezers & washing machines. Everyone deserves a home where they can thrive - donate today & help make it happen! 💙 (Deadline: 31 Jan)'* \- [More details here, shared by a Minute reader.](https://townspot.co/go/a473f760-2f7b-4588-9d24-7780087e8008?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎄 77 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS!** \- *'Imagine your Christmas party completely organised, the venue, food, entertainment & all the little details, and all you need to do is turn up! 🎉 Edinburgh events planner, 6Zero Events. Let’s chat! (Deadline: 06 Oct)'* \- [More details here, shared by Natalie McCandlish, 6ZEROEVENTS.](https://townspot.co/go/6028fdf2-0573-448d-9b5b-22076b2e533d?type=notice&partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🧘 Yoga for sleep** **Today, Thursday 08 October** \- *'Trouble sleeping? This class is designed to help you wind down and relax, ready for a good night's rest. Expect gentle movement, restorative stretches and calming visualisations.'* 8pm to 9pm | The Salisbury Centre · Southside | £10 - [More details here, shared by Hannah Nicole Simpson yoga.](https://townspot.co/go/fcda1ec1-23c2-4be4-b526-3c23b4161ae3?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎬 Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival** **Tomorrow, Fri 09 October** \- *'Following an incredible run of sold out film events we are thrilled to invite you to the closing weekend of the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival! Don't miss our last films: Sat 10th @ 15:30 - I Won't Die for Love & Sun 11th @ 17:00 - Another League'* 10am to 9pm | Filmhouse · Tollcross | £8 - [More details here, shared by Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival.](https://townspot.co/go/930daaa3-16d3-43f7-8ef9-d7a6a2a88303?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎶 Music at St Joe's** **Tomorrow, Fri 09 October** \- *'Concert in aid of Mary's Meals, this Autumn's event features a number of local artists and bands. Styles include Folk, Pop, Rock and Singer Songwriters. Free tea and biscuits and a raffle in the break. Funds raising for a great cause. All welcome.'* 7pm to 9.30pm | St. Joseph's Catholic Church · Saughton | £5 cash at the door - [More details here, shared by Chris Dempsey.](https://townspot.co/go/d9dcf85e-2663-4592-a7ee-dba4cb790991?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🍂 Grownups deserve recess too 🌿Fall Foraging Journey with Nature School for Grownups** **Tomorrow, Fri 09 October** \- *'Join Nature School for Grownups tomorrow and learn about fall berries! Expect a playful outdoor session with foraging, light bushcraft, and a healthy dose of messing about in the woods. Beginner-friendly and no need to be "outdoorsy."'* 2pm to 4pm | Bridgend Farmhouse Cafe · Cameron Toll | 15 - [More details here, shared by Nash, Nature School for Grown Ups.](https://townspot.co/go/6562d2ed-6ac8-4e7c-b9ea-5ff24b0a79c3?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎨 Play Saturday** **Sat 10 October** \- *'Join artist Kat Stanley for a guided Play session responding to the darkening of the evenings and Samhain folklore! Expect an afternoon of scavenger hunts, storytelling, mask making, and play.'* 1pm to 3pm | Collective · Old Town | FREE - [More details here, shared by Collective Gallery.](https://townspot.co/go/d7b39e07-a3c6-4326-a601-007fd802cfc5?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [Play Saturday - Collective GalleryJoin artist Kat Stanley for a guided Play session responding to the darkening of the evenings and Samhain folklore Reserve your space here Join Kat on a guided Play Session, \[…\]![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/cropped-CG-Favicon-270x270-6d9a9ce4-3d69-4d5e-909b-f0f764e6361c.png)Collective Gallery![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/Collective-05.09.26-erikastevenson-72ppi-46-03c595e6-04ad-41ac-907a-da6996618f9c.jpg)](https://www.collective-edinburgh.art/event/play-saturday/?ref=edinburghminute.com) **🛹 The SurfSkate Academy Adults Taster Session at Ratho Community Centre** **Wed 14 October** \- *'🛹 ADULTS OF EDINBURGH & THE LOTHIANS - THIS IS YOUR SIGN! So, that thing you always thought "wasn't for you"? Board sports, balance, feeling too old? Yeah, we're here to prove you wrong. The SurfSkate Academy is bringing a surfskate taster session'* 6pm to 7pm | Ratho Community Centre · Kirkliston | 15 - [More details here, shared by The SurfSkate Academy.](https://townspot.co/go/10f67ad7-9221-480b-af04-f77eea6fd2ff?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🛍️ Pregnancy and Parents Centre's Autumn Nearly New Sale** **Sat 17 October** \- *'Take what you need & pay what you can! Come and Bag a bargain! with baby clothes, buggies, baths, beds & booties and all manner of equipment inc real nappies, slings, etc. Home baking & hot drinks in our cafe area. All Welcome!'* 10am to 1pm | Pregnancy and Parents Centre · Southside | £1 entry on door - [More details here, shared by Pregnancy & Parents Centre.](https://townspot.co/go/58cfcdf1-5e66-4b12-b766-1d6a9a1aeb2a?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [The Pregnancy and Parents Centre, EdinburghFrienship, Information and Support for Parents and Parents-to-be![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)Pregnancy & Parents![](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/343e9b_9375368a697645eead2c00eadf0f08ab~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_2500,h_1330,al_c/343e9b_9375368a697645eead2c00eadf0f08ab~mv2.jpg)](https://www.pregnancyandparents.org.uk/events?ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎨 TAGS Festival** **Sat 17 October** \- *'TAGS Fest is back to celebrate indie comics, tabletop games, and small press! Explore our Creator Marketplace, sit in on one of our talks and panels, or play a game in the Board Game Zone.'* 10am to 5pm | The Out of the Blue Drill Hall · Leith | FREE - [More details here, shared by Eve, Small Press Scotland CIC.](https://townspot.co/go/42393d27-9ac9-4263-be71-be0fc168c4a0?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [TAGS FestThe home of Edinburgh’s Tabletop & Graphic Storytelling Festival!![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/favicon-a50f8272-fb93-43bc-99a3-a51ce819cde2.png)TAGS Fest![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/share-6da76bbc-a959-4c42-bad5-7f41e46b4106.jpg)](https://tagsfest.co.uk/?ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎨 Craft Open Day at St Oswald's Centre - in collab with Pianodrome's "Make It Yourself"festival** **Sat 17 October** \- *'Browse, meet the makers, or try a workshop: gelliprinting, copper work, lantern making, leather carving, wood weaving, flower crowns. Free entry; 1h workshops £6-25, book on the day.'* 12pm to 4pm | St. Oswald's Centre · Bruntsfield | FREE - [More details here, shared by Anna Giulia Cescon.](https://townspot.co/go/6e7cbccd-1f4e-4e55-ba33-1668d62fa621?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🧀 Mozzarella & burrata workshop with lunch** **Sun 18 October** \- *'Join artisan cheesemaker Kristen Allan for a fun, hands-on workshop making mozzarella, burrata and stracciatella. Learn the art of fresh cheesemaking, enjoy a relaxed seasonal lunch, and head home with all the cheeses you make in class.'* 10am to 3pm | Elliott's · Marchmont & Meadows - [More details here, shared by Kristen Allan.](https://townspot.co/go/0a4b6b4c-267b-404e-9bc8-a7f73b2d3a6d?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [Mozzarella, burrata and stracciatella - EDINBURGHAbout What to expect Info In this intimate hands-on cheese making class you will learn how to make milky soft pillows of mozzarella and the best of the stretched curd cheeses including: burrata - everyone’s favourite bundle of deliciousness, with an oozy filling of creamy stracciatella stracciatella - fine stringy stra![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/ka_favicon_32x-e44dc581-4c44-4c4d-800e-6da6406a024e.png)kristen allan![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/ka_website_handson_mozzarella_7_f7aab7d9-a7c6-49a2-bd1c-cc6289ff454f_1200x-ff84bf5b-4ca8-465d-a45e-047c5610c433.jpg)](https://kristenallan.com.au/collections/hands-on-workshops/products/mozzarella-burrata-and-stracciatella-scotland?ref=edinburghminute.com) **💼 Health & Social Care Job Fair** **Thu 22 October** \- *'Discover opportunities across the Health and Social Care sector at our Community Job Fair. Meet NHS and other employers, explore training routes, and get expert advice on CVs, applications and interviews to support your next career move.'* 10am to 1pm | Tynecastle Park · Gorgie | FREE - [More details here, shared by Capital City Partnership.](https://townspot.co/go/03750bc8-08e2-4419-b216-af810e8db66f?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🎃 Halloween Themed Printmaking Workshop at Red Kite Cafe!** **Thu 22 October** \- *'Enjoy a cosy evening at Red Kite Cafe, where we will learn a fun printmaking technique that creates beautiful results! You are, of course, welcome to come with a non-Halloween idea. We will also explore extra tricks to add colour to your prints!'* 7pm to 9pm | Red Kite Café · Abbeyhill & Meadowbank | £35 - [More details here, shared by Carla.](https://townspot.co/go/7e8cc52a-e6c4-4257-94bb-b8577bd2e486?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🌳 Litterbugs: Litterpick in Dalry Community Park** **Sun 25 October** \- *'Come and join us for another Litterbugs infestation! Meeting at 10:30 in Dalry Community Park (next to the basketball courts). Litter pickers, bin bags and high vis jackets will be provided, as well as antennae headbands.'* 10.30am to 12pm | Dalry Community Park · Haymarket & Dalry | FREE - [More details here, shared by Connie Urbany Welch, Litterbugs Edinburgh.](https://townspot.co/go/524c91c3-f952-43e3-b409-7f2da57965fe?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) **📚 Rebel Book Club Edinburgh x EXTREME DREAMS** **Tue 27 October** \- *'Join us for this month's theme, Extreme Dreams, via Eva Zu Beck's book, "The Wilder Way". We'll be joined by Scottish-based adventurers *Mark Beaumont, Jamie Aaron, and Cat MaGill*. Expect free drinks, engaging storytelling and space for conversations.'* 7pm to 9pm | Alpkit Edinburgh · Southside | £16.96 - [More details here, shared by a Minute reader.](https://townspot.co/go/323e0c62-712f-44a0-b380-c18ad8b24187?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) [Rebel Book Club Edinburgh x EXTREME DREAMSJoin us for RBC’s October event as we explore this month’s theme, Extreme Dreams, via Eva Zu Beck’s book, “The Wilder Way”.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/icon/favicon-194x194-466e960f-6713-490a-af53-e570f56bad5d.png)Eventbrite![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/5b/925b4169-eb49-48f3-a960-edcd9282acd9/content/images/thumbnail/image-e2be85a2-4cc5-414a-b8a1-d1b5041f9eb6.jpg)](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rebel-book-club-edinburgh-x-extreme-dreams-tickets-2002755363204?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&%5Fgl=1%2A11pen9y%2A%5Fup%2AMQ..%2A%5Fga%2AODg5NjQ1MjA3LjE3OTEzMTg0NjY.%2A%5Fga%5FTQVES5V6SH%2AczE3OTEzMTg0NjQkbzEkZzAkdDE3OTEzMTg0NjQkajYwJGwwJGgwJGRmTnA0MFEtb3lhcDd1WUZyd3dBUkZjTGNKZ1R4SGQwVjl3&ref=edinburghminute.com) **🍺 Train to become a certified beer judge** **Tue 27 October** \- *'Want to become a beer judge-or simply understand and enjoy beer better? Our BJCP training course combines knowledge and hands-on tasting experience to help you explore beer styles from around the world. Cost includes beers for tasting.'* 7pm to 9pm | Salt Horse Beer & Burgers · Old Town | £80 for 8 sessions - [More details here, shared by Ian Carswell, Scottish Craft Brewers.](https://townspot.co/go/689fd9f8-37b5-4aa8-89df-62905081069f?partner=1&ref=edinburghminute.com) 📍 Remember you can always see all **250+** upcoming local events on [TownSpot calendars and maps](https://townspot.co/uk/edinburgh?ref=edinburghminute.com). Thanks to everyone who shares their things! You're proof that Edinburgh is so much better than the traditional media makes out. 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