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+---
+date: 2025-07-23
+title: "Apache Answer 1.6.0: Custom Suspensions, Smoother UI & Critical Fixes"
+authors: [Kumfo]
+category: Release
+featured: true
+image: 2025-07-23-cover@4x.png
+description: "Answer 1.6.0 Introduces a new feature allowing administrators to customize the pause duration & Key Bug Fixes"
+---
+
+# Release Notes: Exciting Updates & Improvements  
+
+We're thrilled to announce our latest release, packed with new features, meaningful enhancements, and critical bug fixes! Here’s what’s new:  
+
+---
+
+## ✨ New Features  
+- **Customizable Suspension Durations**  
+  Admins can now define custom suspension periods for users, offering greater flexibility in moderation.  
+  *(Thanks @shuashuai, @LinkinStars | #1361)*  
+
+---
+
+## ⚙️ Improvements  
+- **Refined Search Results**  
+  Reduced ambiguity in search outputs for clearer navigation.  
+  *(Thanks @sy-records | #1351)*  
+- **Streamlined Admin Interface**  
+  Relocated "Settings → Users" section to the "Interface" tab for better organization.  
+  *(Thanks @shuashuai, @LinkinStars | #1360)*  
+- **Enhanced Content Styling**  
+  Improved visual design of `<hr>` tags within main content areas.  
+  *(Thanks @shuashuai | #1364)*  
+
+---
+
+## 🐞 Bug Fixes  
+- **System Stability Fix**  
+  Resolved an issue causing unexpected software halts during abnormal events.  
+  *(Thanks @LinkinStars | #1356)*  
+- **UI Consistency Update**  
+  Fixed dark-themed dropdown menus in the navbar to align with UI standards.  
+  *(Thanks @shuashuai | #1355)*  
+
+---
+
+## ❤️ Thanks to Our Contributors
+
+A huge thank you to all the contributors who helped improve this release (sorted by GitHub ID):  
+[@LinkinStars](https://github.com/LinkinStars), [@shuashuai](https://github.com/shuashuai), [@sy-records](https://github.com/sy-records)
+
+Your contributions make this project better with every update! 🚀
+
+---
+
+These updates reflect our commitment to a smoother, more intuitive experience. Thank you to our contributors and users for your ongoing support! 🚀  
+
+*Stay tuned for more enhancements!*
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   title: Developer
   url: https://github.com/sy-records
   image_url: https://avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/33931153?v=4
+
+Kumfo:
+  name: Kumfo
+  title: Developer
+  url: https://github.com/kumfo
+  image_url: https://avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/7692591?v=4
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   title: Developer
   url: https://github.com/sy-records
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+
+Kumfo:
+  name: Kumfo
+  title: Developer
+  url: https://github.com/kumfo
+  image_url: https://avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/7692591?v=4
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 {
   "release": {
-    "date": "2025-06-03",
-    "version": "1.5.1",
-    "url": "https://github.com/apache/answer/releases/tag/v1.5.1"
+    "date": "2025-07-22",
+    "version": "1.6.0",
+    "url": "https://github.com/apache/answer/releases/tag/v1.6.0"
   }
 }
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