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ARKG: Access the Latest and Greatest Genomics Innovation – ETF Trends

Posted: January 21, 2021 at 3:23 pm

Genomics is one of the premier disruptive technologies. While several exchange traded funds provide access to this fast-growing industry, the ARK Genomic Revolution Multi-Sector Fund (CBOE: ARKG) is arguably the best when it comes to keeping pace with the rapidly changing world of genomics advances.

Take the case of HiFi sequencing chemistry, a still nascent healthcare technology, but one some ARKG components already have exposure to.

During the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference last week, Invitae (NVTA), a leading medical genetics company, and Pacific Biosciences PacBio (PACB), a provider of long-read sequencing instruments, announced a collaboration to develop an ultra-high-throughput sequencing platform based on PacBios HiFi sequencing chemistry. This collaboration could increase the number of threats to companies focused on short-read sequencing, according to ARK research.

Genomics companies try to better understand how biological information is collected, processed, and applied by reducing guesswork and enhancing precision, restructuring health care, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and enhancing our quality of life. Data confirm that genomics is a booming market with epic potential for investors.

Securities within ARKG are substantially focused on and are expected to substantially benefit from extending and enhancing the quality of human and other life by incorporating technological and scientific developments, improvements and advancements in genomics into their business. One such way this is accomplished is by offering new products or services that rely on genomic sequencing, analysis, synthesis or instrumentation, according to the issuer.

HiFi sequencing could be the latest in a long line of compelling catalysts for ARKG.

Bolsterednot onlyby results from thisyearsPrecisionFDA Truth Challengebutalsoby improvementsinHiFiaccuracy viaGoogles (GOOGL)DeepVariantas well asresearch community feedback,we thinkPacBiosHiFi sequencingmethodprovidesthe most complete andaccurateview of thehumangenome, according to ARK.

HiFi is also important in helping ARKG components differentiate themselves from rivals.

In our opinion, HiFisequencing shouldhelpInvitaepullfurther away from its competition in the molecular diagnostics space, enabling the detection and evaluation of hard-to-sequencevariants that could change patient managementmeaningfully, notes ARK. Unlikewithshort-read sequencing, HiFi-sequenced genomesshouldallow forthedigital reassessment of patientsDNAthroughout their lifetimes, especially as researchers learn more about hard-to-sequence genes and the effects of structural variation within the human genome.

For more on disruptive technologies, visit our Disruptive Technology Channel.

The opinions and forecasts expressed herein are solely those of Tom Lydon, and may not actually come to pass. Information on this site should not be used or construed as an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation for any product.

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Somatic Variant Calling Is Added to OmniTier’s CompStor Novos Genomics Analysis Appliance – Business Wire

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SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OmniTier today announced that its genomic secondary analysis appliance, CompStor Novos, has added somatic variant calling from matched, whole genome sequencing (WGS) tumor-normal sample pairs.

About Somatic Variant Calling

The biggest challenge of somatic variant calling is to disambiguate low-frequency variants from artifacts. To solve that challenge OmniTier implemented sensitive statistical modeling to develop a new somatic variant caller that will provide superior accuracy from low to high allele frequencies. CompStor Novos can detect somatic mutations across the whole human genome with coverages up to 300x, reporting SNVs, indels and structural variants from NGS sequenced reads.

About CompStor Novos

CompStor Novos is a high throughput, low cost, easy to use, secondary analysis appliance, supporting Illumina, PacBio and BGI sequencers. Delivering end-to-end, WGS and WES secondary analysis pipelines, CompStor Novos includes both alignment and de novo assembly for genome identification. A GATK Mutect2 variant caller from the Broad Institute, and OmniTiers proprietary, higher accuracy variant caller are also included, providing a choice of caller outputs.

CompStor Novos is designed to be used as an on-premise appliance, or located in the Cloud or at the Edge to deliver secondary analysis services. By locating the CompStor Novos appliance on the same network as their sequencer, institutions can benefit from dramatic annual storage costs savings compared to cloud analysis services, whilst speeding up secondary analysis and throughput. For analyzing very large numbers of genomes quickly, CompStor Novos automatically allocates processing across two or more CompStor Novos appliances.

Availability

Somatic variant calling is included at no additional charge to new CompStor Novos customers, and for those customers on support and maintenance.

For a limited time OmniTier is offering a free trial to demonstrate CompStor Novos variant output results. Please contact us for more information.

About OmniTier

OmniTier develops AI and multiomics appliances and software for bioinformaticians and clinical researchers, that deliver affordable analysis solutions. Its integrated appliance solutions accelerate data-intensive genomic workflows and analysis, utilizing machine learning and AI. Founded in February 2015, the company has R&D operations in Milpitas, CA and Rochester, MN.

CompStor Novos is for research purposes only. CompStor Novos is a registered trademark of OmniTier, Inc.

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Tumor Genomic Subtype Might Influence Level of ctDNA Shedding in NSCLC – Cancer Therapy Advisor

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The genomic subtype of a tumor may contribute to the level of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) shedding in patients with advanced nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC), according to the results of a retrospective study reported in the Journal of Thoracic Oncology that could have implications for the clinical utility of ctDNA testing in early detection and disease monitoring.

The analysis included 144 patients with advanced NSCLC who had ctDNA testing performed at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston between November 2015 and July 2017. All patients had a computed tomography scan and brain magnetic resonance imaging to measure tumor burden within 30 days of ctDNA sampling. Genomic subtypes seen in the study population included TP53 mutation (53.5%), KRAS mutation (22.9%), EGFR mutation (39.6%), and ALK fusion (2.8%).

The analysis showed that ctDNA variant allele frequency (VAF) was significantly associated with tumor burden, as determined by CT volume (rho=0.34; P 0.0001) and metabolic tumor volume (rho=0.36; P =0.003).

While positive, the modest correlation observed between VAF and tumor burden in our cohort suggests that other factors also significantly impact ctDNA shedding, the study authors wrote.

All genomic subtypes assessed were found to have an association between ctDNA VAF and tumor burden. This association varied by genomic subtype. For example, tumors with KRAS mutations had the strongest association (rho=0.56; P 0.001) while tumors with EGFR mutations had the weakest (rho=0.24; P =0.077).

A multivariate analysis revealed that TP53 mutations (HR, 1.45; 95% CI, 1.16-1.80; P =0.001) and EGFR mutations (HR, 1.36; 95% CI, 1.08-1.71; P =0.009) were both independent predictors of elevated ctDNA shedding.

Among tumors with EGFR mutations, those that had EGFR copy number gain had a significantly higher ctDNA VAF compared with tumors without EGFR copy number gain (P 0.00001).

Visceral metastasis (hepatic, adrenal, renal, or splenic) was also an independent predictor of elevated ctDNA shedding (HR, 1.48; 95% CI, 1.16-1.91; P =0.002), as was tumor burden (HR, 1.00; 95% CI, 1.00-1.00; P <0.001), according to a multivariate analysis.

Our findings strongly suggest that ctDNA shedding is not only impacted by tumor burden but also by anatomic location and genomic subtype, the study authors concluded.

Disclosures: Some of the study authors disclosed financial relationships with the pharmaceutical industry and/or themedicaldeviceindustry. For a full list of disclosures, please refer to the original study.

Reference

Lam VK, Zhang J, Wu CC, et al. Genotype-specific differences in circulating tumor DNA levels in advanced NSCLC. J Thorac Oncol. Published online December 31, 2020. doi:10.1016/j.jtho.2020.12.011

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How Will Global CRISPR Genome Editing Market React from 2021 Onwards? The Courier – The Courier

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The report by Zion Market Research titled How Will Global CRISPR Genome Editing Market React from 2021 Onwards?Research Reportpresents a profound comprehension regarding the functioning and expansion of theCRISPR Genome Editing Marketon a regional and global level. This analysis report is the collation of all the wide-ranging information relating to the market statistics during the recent years as well as forecasts for coming years. To begin with, the report comprises the major players actively participating and competing within the CRISPR Genome Editing Market; it entails several companies, manufacturers, suppliers, organizations, and so on. Thus, the report will assist in understanding the initiatives and approaches implemented by these players to create and reinforce their market presence. The thorough analysis presents a wide-ranging comprehension of the global market in a knowledgeable way. The client can merely point out the steps of the firm by having details regarding their global revenue, market share, price, production & capacity, and recent developments during the forecast period.

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COVID-19: Genomic sequencing finds 17 of NZ’s recent cases are the mutated UK, South African variants – Newshub

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A number of other previously identified strains have also been detected by whole genome sequencing, the ministry said.

The lineages are all consistent with overseas exposure, the ministry confirmed, reiterating that the 17 infections were detected due to routine testing in managed isolation facilities.

New Zealand has now recorded 29 cases of B.1.1.7, the mutated strain currently ravaging the United Kingdom, and seven infections of B.1.3.5.1, the South Africa variant.

"We expect we will continue to see both the UK variant and South Africa variant in positive cases in our managed isolation facilities here in New Zealand, as these forms of the virus become increasingly common around the world," the Ministry of Health said in Thursday's statement.

"All positive COVID-19 tests in New Zealand are sent to ESR to attempt whole genome sequencing as part of ongoing surveillance.

"This surveillance allows us to identify and better understand these variants in order to inform and refine our overall elimination strategy, in particular optimising our current stringent border processes including testing and regularly reviewing infection prevention procedures."

The healthcare department noted that further steps have been recently taken to strengthen New Zealand's border processes, including an additional test for returnees on arrival or day one of their stay in managed isolation. Pre-departure testing is now also required for all passengers planning to enter New Zealand, with the exception of travellers returning from Australia, Antarctica and the majority of the Pacific Islands.

On Wednesday, the Ministry of Health confirmed that six new imported cases had been detected in managed isolation facilities over the previous two days, including one who tested positive more than three weeks after arriving in the country. The person has been at the Jet Park Hotel, Auckland's quarantine facility, since the new year.

The ministry's next update is scheduled for 1pm on Friday, January 22.

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Island Vacations – The Official Website of The Bahamas

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The best kept secret of The Bahamas is the countrys sheer size and diversity. With 16 major islands, The Bahamas is an unmatched destination, a heart-pounding adventure across 100,000 square miles of the worlds clearest ocean.

Secret sandbars and secluded pink-sand beaches. Thousands of miles of irresistibly blue waters. In short, this is the world's most idyllic setting for getting away.

No one knows the wonders of the sea like scuba divers, and there's no better place to discover them than in The Bahamas. From sunken wrecks to blue holes, and steep drop-offs, The Bahamas is one endless adrenaline rush for divers of all levels.

Things to doTake time for two

"I dos" on sandbars, sunset ceremonies on windswept beaches, honeymoons at five-star resorts and intimate fishing lodges. Here, romance writes its own rules.

When it comes to fishing and boating, theres no place better than The Bahamas. Fish the Gulf Stream or the sandy flats, chart a course through the cays, and revel in seas of blue.

Embrace Bahamian Culture

The Whole country dancing

Junkanoo is Bahamian joy embodied, it is living history at its very best. Months of work and preparation result in an irresistible burst of colour, music and dance.

The main events take place on Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

TrueBahamianSpirit

Nothing reflects Bahamian culture quite like our people--warm, hospitable, and always ready with a smile, a story, a moment to share our love for our islands.

The best way to immerse yourself in the Bahamian way of life? Our People-to-People Experience

FreshFlavours

From fresh lobster and conch fritters to Eleuthera-grown sugarloaf pineapples to island-made rum, fresh flavours fuel every experience in The Bahamas.

ArtImitateslife

Local artists create a vibrant contemporary art scene, displayed on museum walls and on streeside murals.

Visit galleries, artist studios, and craft markets.

Getting here

Experience the boating capital of The Bahamas in the one-of-a-kind island chain known as The Abacos. Sailing, fishing, award-winning golf, and quaint colonial island towns are all waiting to be discovered in this sun-drenched destination in the northern Bahamas.

TCB | Treasure Cay International Airport

MHH | Leonard M. Thompson Airport

YAS | Sandy Point Airport

Acklins and Crooked Island offer a stunningly secluded getaway by a shimmering lagoon. From bonefishing and birdwatching to exploring the serene island town of Long Cay, this destination is a hallmark of undisturbed Out Islands charm.

AXP | Spring Point Airport

PWN | Pitts Town Point Airport

CRI | Crooked Hill Airpor

Journey to the largest island in the Bahamas and explore natural wonders like no other. Left virtually untouched, Andros is home to breathtaking blue holes, coral reefs, underwater wrecks, national forests, and more.

ASD | Andros Town International Airport

SAQ | San Andros Airport

TZN | South Andros

Bordered by the Tongue of the Ocean, The Berry Islands are home to some of the most diverse and abundant sea life in The Bahamas. This unique marine destination comprises nearly 30 idyllic cays, most of which are uninhabited.

GHC | Great Harbour Cay Airport

CCZ | Chub Cay International Airport

World-class fishing, thrilling dives, and island adventure await on the storied island of Bimini. From diving with sharks and visiting shipwrecks to pursuing the prized blue marlin at sea, Bimini offers memorable experiences for intrepid travellers.

BIM | South Bimini Airport

NSB | North Bimini Airport

Surfing, kiteboarding, hikes through tropical landscapes to the highest point in The Bahamasyou might be surprised at what you find in quiet Cat Island. From historical sites to watersports and beachside bars, theres no shortage of things to do and see along the pink sands.

Discover colourful New England-style architecture, astounding natural beauty, and pristine clusters of sandbars and cays on these two picturesque Bahamas hideawayseach is unique and not to be missed.

GHB | Governors Harbour Airport

ELH | North Eleuthera Airport

From untouched beaches and breathtaking resorts to the famous swimming pigs, The Exumas is where the beauty of the Bahamas meets unforgettable adventure. Make memories like no other among crystal clear waters and four-legged friends.

GGT | Exuma International Airport

TYM|Staniel Cay Airport

Freeport Grand Bahama Island is a bustling paradise of island activities and fun in the sun. Experience the thrill of kayaking through mangroves, exploring underwater caves, off-roading through pine forests, and much more.

FPO | Grand Bahama International Airport

Those with a passion for birdwatching look no further than the island of Inagua. Situated in the southernmost part of The Bahamas, Inagua is home to three national parks serving as habitats for over 80,000 flamingos and 140 other species of birds.

IGA | Inagua International Airport

The shores of Long Island boast world-class bonefishing, thrilling encounters with marine life and thriving reefs, and the worlds second deepest blue hole. While adventure fills the waters, on land, life is tranquil and serene.

SML | Stella Maris Airport

LGI | Deadmans Cay Airport

An isolated and secluded escape, Mayaguana is an outdoor-lovers destination. Whether its a footprint-free beach or a far-off fishing spot, the island is the perfect blend of solitude and charm.

No other capital city boasts paradise as its neighbor. While Nassau promises big city thrills, nearby Paradise Island offers miles of natural wonder. Immerse yourself in an island experience that delivers the best of both worlds.

NAS | Lynden Pindling International Airport

Beyond the shorelines of Ragged Island, anglers will find remarkable deep-sea fishing. Bonefish, barracuda, tuna, and kingfish are just a few of the more common catches around the island, while the quaint settlement of Duncan Town is a quintessential island escape.

DCT | Duncan Town Airport

This hidden treasure of a destination boasts ancient Lucayan art, sprawling white sand beaches, thrilling dive siteseven a secret surf spot. A short boat ride away, Conception Island is perhaps one of the most well-preserved areas in The Bahamas.

RCY | Port Nelson Airport

San Salvador may be one of the smallest islands in The Bahamas, but it stands out amongst the larger destinations. Historic monuments, scenic lakes, tranquil beaches, and natural parks abound.

ZSA | San Salvador Airport

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Bahamas Vacations – Hotels, Mega Resorts, and Fishing Lodges

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Bahamas to rebound ‘faster’ than its rivals – Bahamas Tribune

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By NEIL HARTNELL

Tribune Business Editor

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A top hotelier believes The Bahamas proactive approach to COVID-19 testing and health protocols will enable its tourism industry to rebound faster than its competitors.

Robert Sands, the Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Associations (BHTA) newly-elected president, told Tribune Business that he was confident that the nations largest industry will repeat its trend of coming back stronger and stronger from adversity as COVID-19 vaccines roll-out across its major source travel markets.

Responding to the latest travel restrictions facing The Bahamas, namely the US requirement that all returning travellers produce a negative COVID-19 test taken within three days of their trip from January 26, Mr Sands echoed the Ministry of Tourism by asserting that its five-day rapid antigen testing infrastructure would enable visitors to meet this obligation.

The Bahamas is well-positioned for dealing with a number of these new considerations for tourists re-entering the US, he told this newspaper. A large number of our properties already offer the antigen test when guests stay more than five days, or for entering the property when they arrive.

We have to put these issues into perspective. This is not the first time a destination like The Bahamas as been faced with some conditions that may seem like they will stifle tourism. Tourism is extremely resilient, and the Bahamian product has improved over the years. Notwithstanding these issues we are faced with, with are focused on a proactive approach to dealing with them and rebounding.

Mr Sands said The Bahamas and its tourism industry had overcome the September 11 terror attacks, two Gulf wars and numerous recessions before, although nothing like a global pandemic. We have had some setbacks, but have come back and continued to grow, he added.

Weve had impacts from hurricanes, but have come back stronger and stronger. We are proactive in addressing these issues. They are beyond our control, but The Bahamas approach in being proactive in addressing things like this positions us as beneficiaries of growth in a shorter period of time than our competitors.

Dionisio DAguilar, minister of tourism and aviation, recently told Tribune Business that The Bahamas is pushing to be at the front of the queue should the US introduce exemptions from its new COVID-19 testing policy, acknowledging that it threatens to be a significant deterrent to tourism.

He said this country and the rest of the English-speaking Caribbean were moving rapidly to make the case to US authorities that any exemption from tightened pandemic enforcement should be offered to us first as a region.

Pointing to its present low infection and hospitalisation numbers, together with The Bahamas relatively small population and dependence on the US for 82 percent of its visitors, the minister argued that this nation posed a low risk to the US when it came to returning travellers contributing to COVID-19s community spread.

And, should The Bahamas and Caribbeans arguments fail to persuade the US authorities, Mr DAguilar said this nation would simply revert to plan B and fall back on the five-day rapid antigen testing infrastructure it has built throughout The Bahamas to test its tourists staying more than four nights.

The minister added: If plan A doesnt work, plan B will at least. There are over 60, and possibly 70, testing facilities where you can get a rapid antigen test. Thank God we rolled out this infrastructure. It should be relatively easy throughout the length and breadth of The Bahamas to obtain this test.

US visitors staying in The Bahamas for more than four nights have to take the test demanded by the CDC for re-entry in any event, meaning that those in the country for up to a week or eight days will in effect not be impacted.

Mr DAguilar acknowledged that The Bahamas will have to tweak the business model for its COVID-19 testing protocols slightly to ensure there are sufficient rapid antigen testing kits to meet the likely increase in demand from US travellers, and conceded that the CDCs enhanced restrictions could have a chilling effect on tourisms revival.

Its yet another impediment to travel, and all impediments to travel are not good for the tourism sector, he told Tribune Business. Until the word gets out about how easy it is to get a test done in The Bahamas, Im sure it will be a significant deterrent. People stress about this sort of thing.

Bahamas Launches ‘Live To Tape’ Series Backed By The 400 Unit – JamBase

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Afie Jurvanen, who performs and records as Bahamas, kicked off his Live To Tape livestream series on Saturday backed by Jason Isbells band, The 400 Unit. Bahamas and The 400 Unit, along with guitarist/musical director Dan Knobler played five Bahamas originals to start the series.

Each pre-recorded installment of Live To Tape will see Jurvanen perform from his hometown of Halifax, Nova Scotia remotely with some of his favorite artists from such locales as Nashville, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Perth and Toronto. The lineup for the series includes a mix of legendary musicians who played on iconic albums and contemporary artists.

Future episodes will include Bahamas teaming with Wylie Gelber and Griffin Goldsmith of Dawes, Australias Teskey Brothers, Gus Seyffert (Beck, Adele) and Joey Waronker (REM, Atoms for Peace) featuring Lucius plus Bob Glaub (Jackson Browne, Rod Stewart) and Russ Kunkle (Jackson Browne, Lyle Lovett). Jurvanen also recorded a session with The Secret Sisters and famed Nashville studio musicians guitarist Russ Pahl, bassist Dave Roe and drummer Gene Chrisman. Next up for Live To Tape is an episode featuring Bahamas and The Teskey Brothers on Saturday, January 30.

Bahamas and Knobler paired up remotely with The 400 Unit guitarist Sadler Vaden, bassist Jimbo Hart, keyboardist Derry DeBorja and drummer Chad Gamble in Nashville. The set began with I Got You Babe from 2012s Barchords and continued with Little Record Girl off 2014s Bahamas Is Afie.

The musicians then collaborated on Trick To Happy, a song from the latest Bahamas LP, Sad Hunk that Jurvanen discussed on a recent episode of The JamBase Podcast. Bahamas and The 400 Unit stuck with Sad Hunk for Up With The Jones before concluding the inaugural Live To Tape by performing Bahamas Is Afie track All The Time.

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New seaplane operation takes flight in the Bahamas – Travel Weekly

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The newest air service in the Bahamas is Coco Bahamas Seaplanes, which will operate a fleet of seaplanes to many of the country's Family Islands, such as the Abacos, Andros, Bimini, Eleuthera, the Exumas, Grand Bahama, Inagua, Long Island and San Salvador.

"This new option will increase access to our islands and allow travelers to experience the secluded paradise they are seeking right now," said Dionisio D'Aguilar, the Bahamas' minister of tourism and aviation.

"I am proud that in these challenging times a Bahamian company is prepared to invest in the future of tourism in the Bahamas," he said.

Brian Hew, CEO of Bahamas Seaplanes, said that recovery of the Family Islands "will be accelerated with the arrival of Coco and without the need for additional direct government investments to expand, rehabilitate or build new airports."

Hew also is the chairman and founder of Kamalame Cay, a private island resort off the coast of Andros.

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ARKG: Access the Latest and Greatest Genomics Innovation – ETF Trends

Somatic Variant Calling Is Added to OmniTier’s CompStor Novos Genomics Analysis Appliance – Business Wire

Tumor Genomic Subtype Might Influence Level of ctDNA Shedding in NSCLC – Cancer Therapy Advisor

How Will Global CRISPR Genome Editing Market React from 2021 Onwards? The Courier – The Courier

COVID-19: Genomic sequencing finds 17 of NZ’s recent cases are the mutated UK, South African variants – Newshub

Island Vacations – The Official Website of The Bahamas

Bahamas Vacations – Hotels, Mega Resorts, and Fishing Lodges

Bahamas to rebound ‘faster’ than its rivals – Bahamas Tribune

Bahamas Launches ‘Live To Tape’ Series Backed By The 400 Unit – JamBase

New seaplane operation takes flight in the Bahamas – Travel Weekly

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