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On August 19, 2022 at 7:07:44 PM UTC, http://www.umc.org/ was accessible when tested on AS42772 in Belarus.
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74.63.24.240
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IN A www.umc.org
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104.22.13.112
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172.67.30.161:80: succeeded
104.22.13.112:80: succeeded
104.22.12.112:80: succeeded
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GET https://www.umc.org/
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<h3 style="color:">We are The United Methodist Church</h3>
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<p>Following God’s call to transform the world might seem impossible, but it’s a reality for United Methodists. Together, our global connection provides and supports robust ministries that change and save lives every day. </p>
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