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chore: bump version to 2.34.1 and update changelog

- Updated version numbers in package.json, package-lock.json, and composer.json to 2.34.1.
- Added changelog entry for version 2.34.1 with optimizations for the feed component.
- Refactored code for better readability and consistency across various controllers and components.

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closes #97

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