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If I asked you to picture an exotic country, you'd probably go with something like Australia or Japan. But after this exclusive list by Bored Panda, you'll probably consider South Korea one too.

To show how unique this country really is, we put together a collection of pictures that vividly illustrate its everyday life. We're talking solar-powered benches with USB and wireless charging, onion-flavored cereal, and pretty much everything else you can find there.

Continue scrolling to check out the images and the conversation I had with Hammer and Guillaume, A Fun Couple from Hong Kong and France respectively, who have been traveling the world and documenting their adventures on their blog and Instagram.

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Running Out Of Children Due To The Low Birth Rates, A School In South Korea Is Opening Their Doors And Allowing Illiterate Grandmothers To Enrol, So They Can Also Learn To Read

Running Out Of Children Due To The Low Birth Rates, A School In South Korea Is Opening Their Doors And Allowing Illiterate Grandmothers To Enrol, So They Can Also Learn To Read

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's something I've seen in real life, some Asian women of a certain age and social class were put to work as soon as they were old enough, and never taught to read or write.

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This Care Package The South Korean Government Sent Me While I’m In Quarantine Day 2

This Care Package The South Korean Government Sent Me While I’m In Quarantine Day 2

Translated letter that was attached to the package: “For people who are currently suffering from the Corona-19 virus, we send our regards and sympathy. We (the food ministry?) is sending this “environment-friendly health package” constructed with environment-friendly crops. We hope this helps you get energy for your daily routine. Furthermore, we hope you get well soon to return to your daily life. You can do it! Fight it! Go South Korea!”

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This country in East Asia makes up about 45 percent of the Korean Peninsula and faces North Korea across a demilitarized zone (DMZ) that's 2.5 miles (4 km) wide. The DMZ was established by the terms of the 1953 armistice that ended fighting in the Korean War (1950–53) and runs for about 150 miles (240 km).

"We have been calling South Korea our home for 3.5 years now," A Fun Couple told Bored Panda. "What we liked about the idea of moving here was that this country is still not on most people's bucket list when traveling to Asia. Many travelers would rather prioritize neighboring countries such as Japan, China or Hong Kong when visiting the continent."

However, according to Hammer and Guillaume, South Korea has been making a name for itself over the last few years, with the K-phenomenon on the cultural side and large companies such as Samsung and LG on the business side.

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"We were excited but also curious to live in a country that continues to develop fast yet remains a bit unknown to the Western world."

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Pink Explosion In Jeju City, Jeju Island, South Korea

Pink Explosion In Jeju City, Jeju Island, South Korea

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Korean Ktx Trains Play “Healing Broadcasts” Where They Just Show Newborn Puppies Rolling Around For Five Minutes

Korean Ktx Trains Play “Healing Broadcasts” Where They Just Show Newborn Puppies Rolling Around For Five Minutes

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Airports In Seoul Provide A Map To Your Gate On The Back Of Your Boarding Pass

Airports In Seoul Provide A Map To Your Gate On The Back Of Your Boarding Pass

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This needs to be at every airport. I tend to find airports a labyrinth with hard to find gates.

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One aspect that really impressed the couple once they came to this country was the strong sense of solidarity amongst Koreans. "An aspect that's really astonishing and will help you understand what we mean by that is the gold collecting campaign."

"In 1998, South Korea was about $304 billion in debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). As a national sacrifice, 3.5 million Koreans donated their gold to the government to repay part of the debt. About 227 tons of gold were donated voluntarily during that event. Impressive, right?!"

"This sense of solidarity can be felt in everyday life in Korea. For example, during the pandemic, people were very supportive of each other. Koreans made a joint effort to keep social distancing rules and wear masks at all times. This is also why South Korea was seen as a benchmark when managing the COVID crisis in its early stage."

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Took These In The Same Spot Over The Past Year. Korea’s Four Seasons: Yeouido

Took These In The Same Spot Over The Past Year. Korea’s Four Seasons: Yeouido

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Glad To See My Favorite Tree Standing Healthy After This Year's Numerous Typhoons And Landslides, South Korea

Glad To See My Favorite Tree Standing Healthy After This Year's Numerous Typhoons And Landslides, South Korea

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Of course, settling in another culture takes time. Hammer and Guillaume said the 'work hard, play hard' concept was probably the trickiest thing to adjust to.

"Koreans are very hard working. The maximum number of working hours per week recently changed from 63 to 52, but it's still a lot. Although the work-life balance got better over the last few years, working overtime (and not being paid for it) is still pretty common."

"It is also very common to go out with colleagues multiple times a week after work and have dinner and drinks until late at night. We definitely had to cut down on our sleeping hours, but it's a lot of fun to live and work in South Korea!"

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Apartment Complex In Korea Being Painted, So The Painters Shrouded All The Cars In The Parking Lot To Protect From Splatter

Apartment Complex In Korea Being Painted, So The Painters Shrouded All The Cars In The Parking Lot To Protect From Splatter

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Starbucks In Seoul Offering Used Coffee Grounds For Gardening

Starbucks In Seoul Offering Used Coffee Grounds For Gardening

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Just Received This At My Door! S. Korea Gives Out Food Rations To People In Quarantine

Just Received This At My Door! S. Korea Gives Out Food Rations To People In Quarantine

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I heard about this. Good for people that can't get groceries home delivered or have no one to take care of them. Great job! Wish all local governments globally did this.

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This Hand-Painted Underside Of A Temple Roof In Korea

This Hand-Painted Underside Of A Temple Roof In Korea

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"Since there are much fewer expats in South Korea than other Asian countries we've lived in, things are not always fully catered to foreigners. Opening a bank account, getting a local driver's license, getting a phone plan, using different apps; these things weren't always easy," A Fun Couple said.

"Besides there is still a language barrier and most of the documents are rarely translated into English. However, we've noticed that it has become easier for a foreigner to go about their daily life than when we arrived here 3.5 years ago. So we hope that this trend will continue in the future as well!"

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I Get To Walk Through This Everyday On My Way Home From Work

I Get To Walk Through This Everyday On My Way Home From Work

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This Sign Is Not For A Cat Crossing. It Means "Caution: Cat Is Around"

This Sign Is Not For A Cat Crossing. It Means "Caution: Cat Is Around"

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This 2D Café We Visited In Seoul

This 2D Café We Visited In Seoul

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🎶Take.... on... meeee..... *take on me* Take.... me... onnnnnnnn.... 🎶

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Modern Korea Built Around Historic Korea (Seoul)

Modern Korea Built Around Historic Korea (Seoul)

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty normal for a large amount of European cities too. But really really beautiful nonetheless.

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During their time in South Korea, A Fun Couple discovered a beautiful country, full of contrasts between the modern and the traditional, amazing natural landscapes, and exciting cities like Seoul and Busan.

"South Koreans are very welcoming and positive-minded people. We met so many great people here and made very good friends. Therefore, we highly recommend South Korea as an expat destination. We started our blog so that more people can realize how great this place is and that they should add this destination to their bucket list!"

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Small Restaurant In The Snow, Seoul, South Korea

Small Restaurant In The Snow, Seoul, South Korea

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Solar Powered Benches Here In Seoul, South Korea. Complete With USB And Wireless Charging Docks

Solar Powered Benches Here In Seoul, South Korea. Complete With USB And Wireless Charging Docks

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Bukhansan Yesterday

Bukhansan Yesterday

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"Root Bench" Is A Public Installation By Architect Yong Ju Lee In Hangang Art Park, South Korea

"Root Bench" Is A Public Installation By Architect Yong Ju Lee In Hangang Art Park, South Korea

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South Korea Puts Traffic Lights On The Ground So That People Who're Looking At Their Phones Can Still See The Light

South Korea Puts Traffic Lights On The Ground So That People Who're Looking At Their Phones Can Still See The Light

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This Ice Lolly I Bought In Korea Has A Little Tray To Prevent It From Melting All Over Your Hands

This Ice Lolly I Bought In Korea Has A Little Tray To Prevent It From Melting All Over Your Hands

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Every Half Kilometer They Have A Resting Place Made For Pedestrians In This Korean City Ansan

Every Half Kilometer They Have A Resting Place Made For Pedestrians In This Korean City Ansan

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is a lot of park-like things integrated throughout cities. I love it.

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Chips Organized Into A Rainbow In Korea

Chips Organized Into A Rainbow In Korea

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This Latte Art From A Cafe In Seoul, South Korea

This Latte Art From A Cafe In Seoul, South Korea

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South Korea Isn't Joking When Battling Covid-19

South Korea Isn't Joking When Battling Covid-19

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Anne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

but.. in the sun you get hotter right.. so how would that work?

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I'm Staying In Korea Right Now And Apparently There Is A TV Channel Dedicated To Dogs, As In Programming For Dogs

I'm Staying In Korea Right Now And Apparently There Is A TV Channel Dedicated To Dogs, As In Programming For Dogs

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This Here Is The Entrance Of The Club Chroma In Seoul, South Korea By MVRDV Architecture, Which Is Said To Be The Largest Nightclub In The World

This Here Is The Entrance Of The Club Chroma In Seoul, South Korea By MVRDV Architecture, Which Is Said To Be The Largest Nightclub In The World

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Daegaksa Temple Near Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul

Daegaksa Temple Near Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul

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Well, That's One Way To Encourage People To Use The Stairs

Well, That's One Way To Encourage People To Use The Stairs

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't think they should put that one there like that. There are people that may have physical disabilities that can't walk steps. It doesn't mean that they choose to be fat or being lazy. Not a good idea and I born in S. Korea myself.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

or..... You could understand the motivation behind it instead of getting offended for someone else.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Clearly not encouraging anyone, I'd be using the stairs for speed though, rather than being a sardine on an escalator!!

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Thomas Sweda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, just looking at the floor pictures, they want the fat people to take the escalator, and the thin people to take the stairs ???

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blugeagua
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Funny of them to be waiting in line for the escalator, when it could take you less time if you just used the damn staircase.

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Aleksandras Tvardauskas
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There is an issue with the design of this passage. The escalator is closer than the stairs which makes it a decision between taking the escalator now or the stairs later. It also doesn't help that the stairs are partially blocked by the column. Moving the stairs closer and to the right while relocating the escalator behind the column would greatly improve the situation without a need for the signs. Speaking of the signs, if it would work and make many people healthier at a cost of several people getting unreasonably offended, it is a good trade off. Unfortunately, the photo is an evidence of a failure, therefore, the signs are no good.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes. I have seen signs showing how many calories you are burning while walking up stairs, which is FAR more supportive and effective than these stickers

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Simon Kwan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fat shaming? Unsurprising, given S. Korea's cultural issues around unrealistic ideals around physical appearance.

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JJ Kim
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you read the caption, it says "Remember to be healthy at all times!" It isn't used to body-shame someone into using the stairs.

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JD Lee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People need to chill out. Not everything in life is about you. If you can’t use stairs, then don’t. It’s not personal. Sometimes people just need to see humor for what it is and quit being offended by everything in life. I’m no model size myself… I laughed out loud when I saw this. Genuine response. Geez people.

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Susan Mangan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And the happiest, and mentally healthiest, people are generally those who are able to laugh at themselves. I’m a reasonably bright person, but I’ve told the occasional blonde joke about myself (especially when I do something particularly dumb!) because I can laugh at myself and I’m not so narcissistic that I believe the whole world is referring to me with every comment/sign/look, etc. The self-esteem movement in America has done far more damage than it’s treated, because now it’s not considered ok to even THINK that being morbidly obese and out of shape are not healthy lifestyles. We are supposed to support and respect everyone, regardless of poor choices they may have made, so as not to offend anyone. 🙄 Perhaps that is why the obesity rate in first-world countries has sky-rocketed at the same time the “you must respect everyone’s choices” [no matter how bad they may be] mantra became the focus in schools and society, at large.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not only does it not seem to be not working, it also appears to be not true.

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Alesha Folsom
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel as if they should have just labeled these "escalator" and "stairs" and left it at that. They're trying to be cute and it's sending the wrong message.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you do not accept fat people, they'll never come out of the house to exercise, let's all accept fat if we really care for them to go out and improve

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Iva Sativa
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For everyone being offended by this sign,it shows that disabled,old or fat people should use the escalator so they dont go out of breath,trip and fall down the stairs. This is not shaming this is injury prevention.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I encourage this, where I'm from in the world, we are not allowed to mention weight of an individual as an issue I feel. It's okey to say "obesity are on the rise" but never call someone out for it. Due to they we are body shaming. To be fair, we are at the point soon as a society where we cant have doctors say "your too fat for this surgery" without offending patients. If the caption only say "Remember to be healthy at all times!" and not directing it towards an individual I'm fine with it. the only reason people are questioning this is for the subliminal message that being large might not be health. Well the answer to it is: It in most cases are not and in those cases where morbidly obese people are that large or close due to a real sickness is in relations to % of people that are lazy actually very small. Being to skinny or to big are 90%+ not a natural medical condition but a personal issue or choice. those that are affected by a real medical condition are not majority by far.

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Jenna Pummill
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it's funny that it's there and everyone still would rather use the escalator! And they all still look pretty fit!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG i love that. And for the commenter who was afraid disabled people would get their feelings hurt....I imagine their smart enough to get the joke being most likely physically (not mentally) disabled.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They could paint the stairs like a piano and make it play as you tred on it. 🎹

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Daria B
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, I saw something similar at the Cheongnyangni (청량리) station. Not sure if it's still there, though, that was many years ago.

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Jill Bussey
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Doesn't seem to be working though, looking at the number of people not using the stairs!

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Joanna
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fat-shaming is never cool and it looks like it's not even working.

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JJ Kim
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you read the caption, it says "Remember to be healthy at all times!" It isn't used to body-shame someone into using the stairs.

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Kay Maxey
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe they don’t have such fragile psyches as Americans.

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MAKtheknife
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Apparently not working too well. I don't see a lot of ppl using the stairs.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It doesn't seem to be working. Maybe the steps are just for skateboard tricks.

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Carl Dombek
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stairs are often a better option than an escalator but this picture doesn't show how MANY stairs one might have to climb. That could explain the crush for the escalator...

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Me
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like some are walking up the escalators which seems like a good option.

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Z Alexi
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where? No one's walking except those at end are stepping on. In NYC subways, people leave left side of escalators free for those walking up escalators. Every1's happy w/that custom.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I keep seeing Baymax when I look at the escalator person thingy.

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C Pryce
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nobody said anything about laziness; what most people don't understand is that often fat people get fat because of underlying disabilities, like severe arthritis, or CRPS

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Paula Wynn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Everyone is going up the escalator because the sign says they can see Baymax from Big Hero 6!!!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe it's to encourage exercise. Does anyone know what the sign say

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Heather Pirino
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks to me like they are suggesting fit people use the stairs because they are able and allow heavier people to use the escalator. The image of the thinner person is pointing to the STAIRS!

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Kelvin Scott
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

maybe sign should be other way around, a lot of skinnies getting on elevator

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Doris Downing
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Excuse me! I am 84 and have degenerative disc's in my lower back.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg - why do people have to be so overly correct these days! The escalator is built fo people who have difficulties climbing stairs, carry luggage, are accompanied by a small child, wear high heels ;+) or are just tired. But I would say within that daily commuter at least 80% could walk - I think it is a funny reminder...

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John Thimakis
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Regardless of what any sign says, an overweight person has next to no chance of either being motivated or fit enough to climb a set of stairs when there is a perfectly good escalator right next to it.

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Alexia Tr
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The fact that people still didn't care and took the escalator XD

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Mrry L TIM W.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh! I didn't get it for a minute. HAHAHHAHHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAH LOL. I'd be right in line! Twice.

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Haley Fleury
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am not offended and wow some these comments are just ridiculous. I weigh about 96 pounds and am 5 foot 1. My mom is obese, but she is nit lazy, she works her a*s off every day at work, her feet are all f****d up from standing on them so long, sometimes her legs swell up really bad, she has even had water leak from her legs and s**t she refuses to go to the doctor, but she is not lazy and hardly eats. She used to be an alcoholic but she recently quit drinking, she also started exercising and she has already lost 6 pounds this week. I honestly winder how she even got to be that big because she never even really ate much, an has always been far from lazy. So people need to realize this can happen to anyone and it isn't always from being lazy, it can be genetic. I am the only small one in my family, everyone else is overweight.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dont think anyone is reading them though....

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T M
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It'd be funnier and more insulting if the pics were opposite 😆

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Alison Staffyclub
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is what is wrong with the world. Too many people getting offended over silly things - and before I get slammed - I am disabled. I am obese. It is what it is. If you're fat because you're lazy - you can do something about it - if it's through illness, you're slightly more restricted about what you can do. Accept what you are and what you can do and stop getting mortally offended if somebody states the obvious.

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Iama Llotr
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They should switch the places of the signs. The escalators are clearly getting overcrowded now with no sights of improvement. Turn it around and you may create a loop.

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Anais Maria
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I believe the stickers say: if you wanna be slim or stay fit, use the stairs. I've been to Korea they are very sensitive and caring people

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Other cultures are not shy about letting you know if something is not “right” with you..if you’re fat, they will let you know to your face that you are fat, stranger or family. Only in N America ppl are very polite and super conscious about not shaming for any physical or mental issues🤷‍♀️For those of us that are from other cultures living in N.A. we know the reality of it!

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Jesse Russell
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s what is wrong with America everyone crying around about s**t that doesn’t involve you. Then you try and ruin that person’s life by getting an army to cancel them

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Jesse Russell
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or you can not chime in on things that has zero effect on your life..this is what is wrong with America, everyone thinks their opinions matter. Every little thing offends you then you cry around about it and get all butt hurt.

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Chas UGC
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would believe physical disabilities are understandable. But, even the skinny people aren't taking the stairs. Hmmm.

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ABerCul
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Doesn't work though .. maybe offer a beverage at the top of the stairs

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Amy Doyle
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To be honest I use whatever is quicker. If lots of people are on the escalator I use the stairs, but if it's empty and I've got a lot of bags on me I normally use the escalator.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We need that here in the US 🇺🇸, unfortunately there'd be frivolous lawsuits from all the Karens

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Kate Hallberg
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd prefer the open light one over the dark crowded one depending on what I'm carrying and my energy level. (I have a type of cancer that doesn't go into remission, or at least not really.)

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Lascoe Hooten
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anyone who is offended by this, has no sense of humor. Lighten up; life is too short to be so serious all the time.

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Tony Gong
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

people with disabilities or old that can't walk well aren't fat tho

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Lisa Glennon Lemont
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The fat shaming doesn't appear to be effective in getting people to use the stairs

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Richard Claessens
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have to agree with everliegh The Koreans like the Japanese you shame a lot to get people motivated sometimes to a fault they should have included people who use canes crutches and amputees also elderly...

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Chris Machabee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, by the fact everyone is taking the escalator, they are getting the message backwards, and think its telling them to take the escalator. No one is walking up no stairs when an escaltor is right there. so, they are welcome to consider themselves heavy weight people, besides the escalator is faster unless your 14 and can run all the way up without stopping.

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Alison Rodgers
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. That's really crappy. I also noticed that no one is on the stairs. Way to propagate the idea that"fat" people are lazy.

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David Herz
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

of course this will shock sensitive American souls, but it just so happens that the vast majority of obesity is due to bad dietary habits and lack of exercise...but then again this is pretty 'authoritarian' on the part of governmental powers. Daddy knows best.

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Annie Jones
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this we should do it in England (even though I have joint problems and need to use the esc’)

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Fixit Mann
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You notice EVERYONE is using the escalator, though. I guess they're afraid if they take the stairs they'll all become underweight and pass out or something like that? When is the last time you did see a S. Korean of normal weight, anyway? (In the US, the average is 180 lbs and 5'8" for women, 200+ lbs and 6' for men.)

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Daria B
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm in Korea and you might be surprised how many non-overweight people consider themselves fat.

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veronica bingham
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also note most of the people waiting are skinny, so it's counter productive. Also proves people the world over are Selectively Ignorant!

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Evangeline Valhalla
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wouldn’t you want to do the opposite? But it doesn’t seem to stopping anyone

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Katinka Min
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's a bit patronizing, imo. I have a bad knee. i do use steps but on some days, I just can't.

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Sandra Boyd
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It made me smile. A joke, aye. It's not targeting anyone specifically.

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Suzanne Clark
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But...but...everyone is using the escalator and none of them appear to be fat. Myube rethink this?

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Alyssa
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why are they all using the escalator when the stairs have no one on them??

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Angelika Keil
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow way to fat shame people! Not sure why this one is on the list, it just feels mean to me...

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george mihaita
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To the offended sociopaths in the comments, you are the reason why we don't have any of the things in this list. Remember, women-children: it's OK to feel offended. Learn to cope.

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Gringa85
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

seems to not be working though for these people. if they had that here in the U.S the libs would cry about it! This would be the buggest news story on CNN and MSNBC. This is suppowe to be motivation. If it bothers you then dont look at it.

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Z Alexi
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ueda: "...those WHO are deemed failures" [not "that"].

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Christina Gude
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was recently at a campground in NorCal and there were signs pointing towards the restrooms. They used the same (e.g. the one figure here on the left) and the women's was the triangle "dress"...well....errrrrr...the female one has gained considerable weight as even my pre-teen g'son noticed how "fat" the sign was....aaarrrggghhhhhhhhhhhhh.

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Twodogsandapicnictable
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look at all those "fat" Koreans. In America the fatties would have to use the stairs because they wouldn't fit on that skinny-*ss escalator.

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Brian Bennett
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can't go downstairs on stairs that are leading one up! The escalator seems to be the only way down!

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K R
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For such a seemingly forward thinking society, this one grinds that to a halt. Fat shaming, disability exclusion...? Maybe they explain it somehow I don't know

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JJ Kim
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you read the caption, it says "Remember to be healthy at all times!" It isn't used to body-shame someone into using the stairs.

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Sarah
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look at all the overly offended liberals. Y'all don't REALLY care ... if you cared you wouldn't encourage the "fat acceptance" movement ... you would encourage people to get healthy and fat isn't healthy. It just isn't.

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Peter Weir
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wont see that in North america, it would offend to many fat snowflakes.

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Ueda
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So typical of Korea. Fat shaming and constant discrimination against those that are deemed failures.

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JJ Kim
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you read the caption, it says "Remember to be healthy at all times!" It isn't used to body-shame someone into using the stairs. So please learn the facts before judging

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Raven Sheridan
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Maybe they need a sign that says, "Escalator for fat bastards only!"

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Andy Acceber
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Fatphobia is real and dangerous. It shouldn't be government sanctioned too.

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Monday
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Obesity is also real and dangerous. Sadly it's hard to find the line where concern turns into judgement.

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