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Please see the [project wiki](https://github.com/ai4d-iasc/trixie/wiki)
* Trixie Status
-The current status of Trixie is available on the [status page](https://github.com/ai4d-iasc/trixie/wiki/Trixie-Status)
+The current status of Trixie is available on the [status page](https://github.com/ai4d-iasc/trixie/wiki/Trixie-Status) Trixie is currently offline
* Issues
For new requests or problems with the machine, please check out the [issues section](https://github.com/ai4d-iasc/trixie/issues). Please check to see if your issue has already been raised before submitting a new one (i.e. join the existing discussion).