MathNet 2014 Question 86

$ABC$ is a triangle such that $BC = 10$, $CA = 12$. Let $M$ be the midpoint of side $AC$. Given that $BM$ is parallel to the external bisector of $\angle A$, find area of triangle $ABC$. (Lines $AB$ and $AC$ form two angles, one of which is $\angle BAC$. The external bisector of $\angle A$ is the line that bisects the other angle.)

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