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Singapore has responded to UN pressure by cracking down on sales of weapons through its territory to Myanmar, delivering a serious blow to the embattled ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/singapore-tightens-screws-on-myanmar-generals-with-arms-trade-crackdown
No bids as house of Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi auctioned: YANGON: The lakeside mansion where Myanmar's democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi spent years under house ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/aung-san-suu-kyi-myanmar-house-yangon-no-bids-auction-4208081
Living just enough for the city: Yangon rent prices on the rise: Amid a deep economic crisis and an influx of migrants fleeing conflict, rental prices are ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/living-just-enough-for-the-city-yangon-rent-prices-on-the-rise/
Myanmar's City Mart ramps up expansion of convenience stores: BANGKOK/YANGON -- Myanmar's City Mart Holdings has embarked on an ambitious expansion of its ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Retail/Myanmar-s-City-Mart-ramps-up-expansion-of-convenience-stores
Military conscription poised to start in Myanmar’s Yangon: Draft-eligible youths are avoiding census takers and parents are terrified for their children.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/yangon-03152024164920.html
Imran Potato x Vans Knu Skool MTE Pack Releases April 2024: Imran Potato x Vans Knu Skool MTE Navy VN000E3QBX9 Black VN000E3QBLA Release Date: April 3 ...
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Imran Potato’s Hit Puffy Vans Knu Skool Sneakers Are Making a Return: Imran Potato and Vans are returning to their hit Knu Skool sneaker collaboration from 2022 ...
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German wind-turbine maker Nordex secures 264 MW order from Lithuania: Lithuanian wind energy project developer UAB Renerga, a company of the Achema Group ...
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Quick Glance: Nordex secures 98MW turbine contract from Holmen Energi in Sweden
- The Nordex Group, a German wind turbine manufacturer, has secured an order for wind turbines capable of producing 98 megawatts from Holmen Energi AB in Sweden, a subsidiary of the Stockholm-based Holmen Group.
- In addition to the turbine order, the agreement also includes the Premium Plus Service for a duration of 30 years.
- Specific financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
- Nordex will supply and install 14 N163/6.X turbines for the Blisterliden wind farm in a forested area of Vasterbotten, Sweden, during the summer of 2025.
UAB vs. Temple Flagged for 'Unusual Wagering Activity' by Gambling Watchdog Company
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Progesterone Shots Left By The Door And Dreams On Hold: The Horrible In-Between For 5 Alabama IVF Patients
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Quick Glance: Legal Action Against Alabama Clinic Following IVF Incident
- A couple from Florida has filed a lawsuit against an IVF clinic in Alabama, which was at the center of a pivotal decision by the state's Supreme Court that classified frozen embryos as children.
- The Supreme Court's ruling in Alabama raised significant concerns among doctors and IVF patients, who feared potential liability for the destruction of frozen embryos.
- Another lawsuit involves a fourth couple who experienced the loss of embryos during the 2020 incident, presenting similar circumstances as previous wrongful-death suits.
- Shortly after the Supreme Court's decision, almost half of Alabama's IVF clinics suspended procedures to some extent, with certain clinics halting all treatments while others continued everything except for embryo disposal.
Progesterone Shots Left By The Door And Dreams On Hold: The Horrible In-Between For 5 Alabama IVF Patients
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Alabama House Passes Bill to Protect IVF
- Alabama's GOP-controlled House voted to grant doctors providing in-vitro fertilization immunity for embryo-related incidents.
- The legislation aims to allow fertility clinics to resume IVF services paused due to a recent court ruling.
- Identical bills were introduced in both chambers to expedite the process and help clinics reopen quickly.
- Lawmakers plan to discuss a more permanent solution next week, including potential changes to state laws.
What we know — and don’t know — about the investigation into gambling irregularities around Temple men’s basketball
inquirer.com/college-sports/temple/temple-mens-basketball-uab-gambling-investigation-us-integrity-20240308.html
Temple-UAB investigation into suspicious gambling movement, explained: Suspicious point spread movement in a Temple-UAB men’s basketball game has led to an ...
sbnation.com/college-basketball/2024/3/8/24094569/temple-uab-basketball-investigation-suspicious-gambling-movement-explained
Progesterone Shots Left By The Door And Dreams On Hold: The Horrible In-Between For 5 Alabama IVF Patients
womenshealthmag.com/life/a60029416/alabama-women-affected-ivf-embryo-supreme-court-ruling/
Paid articlePaid Symbol of Myanmar’s democracy, Aung San Suu Kyi’s house set for March auction: Experts say the property will never sell at a court-ordered starting price of ...
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/auction-02152024165916.html
A Yangon court has ruled in favor of Myanmar’s junta selling jailed former State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi’s historic family home ... Show more
The Tan Hmah Tan restaurant has cultivated a loyal customer base among Yangon’s poor working class.#Myanmar
Myanmar sets auction of Suu Kyi’s iconic home for US$90mil: YANGON: A junta-controlled court in Myanmar is set to auction imprisoned civilian leader Aung San Suu ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/01/26/myanmar-sets-auction-of-suu-kyis-iconic-home-for-us90mil
Domestic flights in Myanmar reduced as junta searches for jet fuel: Myanmar’s military may be taking fuel from domestic private airlines for its own use.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/domestic-flights-jet-fuel-12212023162043.html
Destinations for the last-minute traveller, including best flight deals: 'Tis the season for year-end holidays and travel fares are bound to be exorbitant ...
asiaone.com/lifestyle/destinations-last-minute-traveller-including-best-flight-deals
Myanmar’s central bank revokes 123 forex licenses: Companies have been banned from trading dollars for failing to stick to central bank rates.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/myanmar-forex-09202023055132.html
How a scam ring opened shop in downtown Yangon: With abundant office space and an educated population desperate for jobs, Myanmar’s business center has appeal.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/yangon-scam-compound-09142023131525.html
Quick Glance: Scam Ring Establishes Business in Yangon
- Scammers proceed to the next victim, while hackers take control.
- Scam operations frequently migrate across the region and within countries.
- Reports of similar operations in other office buildings remain unverified.
- Uncertainty persists regarding the reopening of the scam center as calls to Thane Myint have gone unanswered.
Myanmar’s post-coup economy comes crumbling down: Junta leaders are blaming saboteurs and speculators for inflation and devaluation caused by their mismanagement ...
rfa.org/english/commentaries/malaysia-economy-09022023094607.html
Quick Glance: ASEAN on the Brink: Myanmar and South China Sea Crisis
- Indonesian Foreign Minister acknowledges difficult circumstances in the region, including Myanmar.
- Timor-Leste will not join ASEAN if Myanmar conflict persists.
- Philippine Coast Guard condemns China's excessive and unlawful actions in the South China Sea.
- ASEAN likely to emphasize the need to avoid changing the status quo in the South China Sea through force.
Reeser NRZ winners are now enthusiastic Kvarner fans: Britta Keim and Eva Arendsen from Rees won a trip to the Hotel Kvarner Palace on the Adriatic as part of ...
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Thai bank debuts mobile remittances to Myanmar: BANGKOK -- Major Thai lender Kasikornbank said on Tuesday it has partnered with Myanmar's Kanbawza (KBZ) ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Finance/Thai-bank-debuts-mobile-remittances-to-Myanmar
Quick Glance: Thai Bank Introduces Mobile Remittances to Myanmar
- Kasikornbank, a major Thai lender, has partnered with Myanmar's Kanbawza (KBZ) Bank to launch a smartphone-based remittance service.
- The service allows for sending money from Thailand to Myanmar.
Darlinghurst rooftop bar Kasbah rocks Maybe Sammy cocktails and snacks from a top chef
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#BangkokPost : Call centre scams in Myanmar, associated mainly with its lawless border regions, are also setting up shop in the commercial hub Yangon ... Show more #Thailand #Myanmar #scam www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2649543/
Global community steps up financial pressure on Myanmar’s military junta: Singapore's United Overseas Bank (UOB) is cutting off ties with banks in Myanmar from ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/global-community-steps-financial-pressure-myanmar-military-junta-international-sanctions-singapore-bank-uob-3740016
Junta threatens unauthorized foreign currency holders as Myanmar kyat tankswww.rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/currency-08212023164853.html
Fighter-bombers for the junta: Russia delivers fighter jets to Myanmar: The air force of the military government in Naypyidaw is renewing its fleet with Russian ...
spiegel.de/ausland/russland-liefert-kampfjets-an-myanmar-a-01921e14-f6a6-4fad-808e-2ecef3137418
Quick Glance: Russia delivers combat jets to Myanmar
- Myanmar's air force receives reinforcement from Russia.
- Two Suchoi Su-30 aircraft have already been delivered, with four more to follow.
- The combat jets are designed for engaging hostile aerial targets, reconnaissance, and pilot training.
- Russia's support of Myanmar's military government is criticized by Washington.
No ‘silver bullet’: Experts weigh in on America’s latest Myanmar sanctions: New US sanctions on two state-owned banks have made it harder for the junta to access ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/no-silver-bullet-experts-weigh-in-on-americas-latest-myanmar-sanctions/
Quick Glance: Experts assess new US sanctions against Myanmar
- New US sanctions make it harder for the regime to access foreign revenue and import weapons.
- Experts call for additional measures to close loopholes.
- UN report: Sanctions could deprive the regime of $2 billion per year.
- Previous sanctions have been imposed against state-owned banks in Myanmar.
Min Oat Myanmar, a top Burmese hip-hop artist, is jailed for 20 years for criticising Myanmar's military leaders
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/08/25/min-oat-myanmar-a-top-burmese-hip-hop-artist-is-jailed-for-20-years-for-criticising-myanmar039s-military-leaders
Dumping the dollar: The junta embraces the Chinese yuan: Amid increased isolation and sanctions from the West, the regime is trying to reduce Myanmar’s reliance ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/dumping-the-dollar-the-junta-embraces-the-chinese-yuan/
Quick Glance: Myanmar shifts to Chinese yuan
- New rules require import licenses for Chinese border trade to have proof of holdings of yuan, which can be obtained through export earnings or bought from a Myanmar bank.
- Previously, merchants engaged in border trade made payments in yuan or US dollars depending on convenience.
- The Myanmar Iron and Steel Association was told that import license applications would be prioritized if they used yuan instead of dollars for trade with China.
- Myanmar supports the use of a BRICS currency to reduce the use of US dollars in trade.
Myanmar’s central bank revokes licenses of 10 forex companieswww.rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/myanmar-forex-licenses-07132023055039.html
UOB to close Myanmar Airways International bank accounts by Aug 15: The airline has been asked to stop using the bank for outward transactions by July 21 ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/uob-to-close-myanmar-airways-international-s-bank-accounts-by-aug-15
Governor's residence to get new driveway, 2 EV chargers, in nearly $1M no-bid contract
freep.com/story/news/politics/2023/07/29/governor-to-get-new-driveway-2-ev-chargers-in-nearly-1m-no-bid-job/70485700007/
Running on fumes: Fuel importers denounce new forex policy: Importers say strict new foreign currency controls are unworkable and are likely to lead to recurring ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/running-on-fumes-fuel-importers-denounce-new-forex-policy/
New air route launched linking China and Myanmar: A Myanmar National Airlines plane landed at the airport in Mangshi City in southwest China's Yunnan ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/07/02/new-air-route-launched-linking-china-and-myanmar
Cyclone Mocha: Asean delivers another batch of humanitarian aid to Myanmar: Asean had delivered another batch of humanitarian aid early this week worth US$37 ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/07/01/cyclone-mocha-asean-delivers-another-batch-of-humanitarian-aid-to-myanmar
Lily Naing Kyaw: Killing of Myanmar singer unnerves pro-military celebrities: Lily Naing Kyaw championed the military - her death has spread fear among its ...
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Lily Naing Kyaw: Killing of Myanmar singer unnerves pro-military celebrities: Lily Naing Kyaw championed the military - her death has spread fear among its ...
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Myanmar migrants and refugees fuel freight services boom: Cross-border cargo companies are seeing a surge in business, which is also good news for the military ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/myanmar-migrants-and-refugees-fuel-freight-services-boom/
Hundreds of thousands flee as Cyclone Mocha thunders towards Myanmar and Bangladesh
scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3220480/hundreds-thousands-flee-cyclone-mocha-thunders-towards-myanmar-and-bangladesh
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: WFP Prepares to Support Myanmar and Bangladesh
- The World Food Programme (WFP) is monitoring the approaching Cyclone Mocha and plans to provide necessary assistance to the affected people.
- In Myanmar, WFP has enough pre-positioned food to cover the needs of over 400,000 people in the Rakhine State and surrounding areas for a month.
- In Bangladesh, WFP has fortified biscuits and 230 tonnes of food stock ready for delivery if needed in and around the camps for Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar.
- Cyclone Mocha is expected to hit areas already burdened by conflict, poverty, and weak community resilience.
Dublin bids goodbye to The Westin and hello to The Westmoreland as iconic hotel rebrands
independent.ie/life/travel/travel-news/dublin-bids-goodbye-to-the-westin-and-hello-to-the-westmoreland-as-iconic-hotel-rebrands/a1197454488.html
Garda investigation after discovery of woman’s body at Limerick hotel: Gardaí are investigating the circumstances of the discovery of a body of a woman at a ...
independent.ie/irish-news/garda-investigation-after-discovery-of-womans-body-at-limerick-hotel/a644642250.html
In May 2019, #AdaniGroup ’s ports arm APSEZ had announced its intent to set up a container terminal at #Yangon , #Myanmar , and entered through a lease agreement with the ... Show more https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/adani-group-s-apsez-takes-120m-hit-as-it-sells-myanmar-port-project-for-30m-following-us-sanctions-on-mec-11683219364578.html
Pythons on your porch? Call the ‘Snake Princess’: AT four in the morning outside a Yangon monastery, Shwe Lei and her team were wrestling 30 writhing pythons ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/04/28/pythons-on-your-porch-call-the-snake-princess
Peninsula hotel operator ready to resume Yangon project anytime: HONG KONG -- The operator of the upscale Peninsula hotel chain is prepared to resume its stalled ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Companies/Peninsula-hotel-operator-ready-to-resume-Yangon-project-anytime
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Win a getaway to the Limerick Strand Hotel.: The four star, award winning Limerick Strand Hotel is giving away a two-night stay to one lucky Irish Times reader ...
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'Not fair': Woman says she was quoted $400 by Samsung to repair phone with green line after updating software
asiaone.com/singapore/not-fair-woman-says-she-was-quoted-400-samsung-repair-phone-green-line-after-updating
On the water with Myanmar's 'river cleaners': As economic conditions continue to decline in Myanmar's largest city, some of Yangon's ...
frontiermyanmar.net/en/on-the-water-with-myanmars-river-cleaners/
Chinese firms shut Primark brand factories in Yangon: More than 2,200 workers will lose their jobs, union leaders say.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/primark-myanmar-03012023052017.html
Myanmar junta opens ‘nuclear information center’ in Yangon with Russia’s Rosatom: Critics call it another step in the regime’s gambit to obtain nuclear weapons.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/nuclear-02082023170437.html
Centara to debut in Japan, new details revealed: Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, will make its Japan debut with the launch of ...
bangkokpost.com/travel/2508124/centara-to-debut-in-japan-new-details-revealed
On the water with Myanmar's 'river cleaners': Ma Yu launches her makeshift polystyrene boat into a Yangon creek for another day of trawling the filthy waters for ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2023/02/07/on-the-water-with-myanmar039s-039river-cleaners039
Escaping the chaos of home, Myanmar migrants face exploitation abroad: Burmese women fleeing poverty and the coup are lured into bonded labor in Dubai.
rfa.org/english/news/special/myanmar-workers-dubai/
Investments: Almost a billion flow into hotels on the Balearic Islands: In 2022, international investments in hotels in Spanish holiday destinations were highest ...
fvw.de/touristik/hotellerie/transaktionen-eine-milliarde-fliessen-in-hotels-auf-balearen-231535
ECSE Trade Report: Week ending Jan 6, 2023 - Dominica News Online: ECSE DAILY NEWS REPORT Welcome to the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange’s daily update for ...
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Myanmar military releases Turnell, Kubota, Bowman: Reports: Media reports say Sean Turnell, Toru Kubota, Vicky Bowman and an unidentified American have been ...
aljazeera.com/news/2022/11/17/myanmar-military-releases-turnell-kubota-bowman-reports
Quick Glance: Reports of a sweeping amnesty: Myanmar's military regime appears to be releasing thousands of detainees
- According to reports, a major amnesty in Myanmar will result in the release of numerous renowned captives, including a former British ambassador, a Japanese journalist, and an Australian academic.
- Vicky Bowman, former British ambassador to Myanmar (seen in a 2014 video still).
- To commemorate the national holiday, Myanmar's military regime has reportedly announced the release of thousands of detainees.
- Vicky Bowman, a former British ambassador to the country, was sentenced to a year in prison in early September for alleged visa offenses.
Colorado governor's mansion offering first holiday tours since 2019: Coloradans are welcome to bask in Christmas cheer at the Governor's Residence at the ...
denverpost.com/2022/12/08/colorado-governors-mansion-residence-holiday-tours-2022/
The Colorado governor’s mansion is offering its first holiday tours since 2019. Read more here: dpo.st/3FcZdWf
Rangoon Bistro’s unique take on Burmese food: ‘not the way my mom or grandma cooks’
oregonlive.com/dining/2022/12/rangoon-bistros-distinct-take-on-burmese-food-isnt-the-way-my-mom-or-grandma-cooks.html
Toyota begins auto output in Myanmar: BANGKOK/NAGOYA -- Toyota Motor has started operating its assembly plant near Yangon, Myanmar, after a delay of more than 19 ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Myanmar-Crisis/Toyota-begins-auto-output-in-Myanmar
ANZ faces further pressure over Myanmar bank ties: Trans-Tasman bank's connection to a Myanmar corporation supporting the military junta draws criticism.
newsroom.co.nz/page/anz-faces-further-pressure-over-myanmar-ties
Japanese documentary filmmaker jailed in Myanmar: A Japanese documentary filmmaker detained in Myanmar's largest city Yangon in July was sentenced Wednesday to ...
news.abs-cbn.com/overseas/10/06/22/japanese-documentary-filmmaker-jailed-in-myanmar
Quick Glance: Myanmar imprisons a Japanese filmmaker for ten years
- Toru Kubota, 26, was arrested in July at a rally in Yangon, Myanmar's capital.
- According to a source familiar with the case, Kubota was sentenced on Wednesday to three years in prison for sedition and seven years in prison for breaking an internet communications legislation.
- The junta maintains that Myanmar's courts are independent and that those arrested are being treated fairly.
- Last year, a Japanese freelance journalist was arrested and charged with spreading false news while covering anti-coup protests.
Myanmar's National Airlines passenger plane attacked during landing, one injured but others passengers safe and sound
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2022/10/01/myanmar039s-national-airlines-passenger-plane-attacked-during-landing-one-injured-but-others-passengers-safe-and-sound
Summer 2023: FTI relies on classics and its own hotels: The Munich organizer is going into the next summer season with an extensive programme. Among other things ...
fvw.de/touristik/veranstalter/sommer-2023-fti-setzt-auf-klassiker-und-eigene-hotels-229787
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A Peek Inside The Strand Hotel's 2022 Halloween Party: Guests came out for a night of baroque debauchery at The Strand Hotel to for their Gilded Age-themed ...
harpersbazaar.com.au/the-strand-hotel-halloween-party-2022/
Myanmar Airways launches flights to Vietnam and Dubai: BANGKOK -- Myanmar Airways International is starting regular international service to Vietnam ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Myanmar-Airways-launches-flights-to-Vietnam-and-Dubai
Passenger wounded as Myanmar rebels shoot airliner: Junta
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2022/09/30/Passenger-wounded-as-Myanmar-rebels-shoot-airliner-Junta-
Japanese documentary filmmaker handed prison sentence in Myanmar: Toru Kubota was detained by authorities on July 30 while filming a protest against the military ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2022/10/06/national/myanmar-filmmaker-prison/
Suu Kyi convicted of 'election fraud': The Nobel Prize winner gets three more years in prison. This adds up to a total sentence of 20 years ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/myanmar-suu-kyi-zu-weiteren-drei-jahren-haft-verurteilt-18286866.html
Quick Glance: Aung San Suu Kyi, the ousted leader, has been imprisoned for three further years, while former UK ambassador to Myanmar Vicky Bowman has also been imprisoned.
- The 77-year-old former leader has been detained since the military seized control in Myanmar in a coup in February 2021.
- This covers allegations of involvement in election fraud.
- "Myanmar's military has a notorious track record of arresting and jailing people on politically motivated or trumped-up charges."
- Analysts believe the multiple allegations leveled against her and her associates are an attempt to legitimize the military's seizure of power while also removing her from politics before the military's promised election next year.
End of tourism in Myanmar: The eerie silence of Bagan.: Dreamy, almost unreal beautiful looks the temple city of Bagan. Almost no one comes to the world heritage ...
spiegel.de/reise/tourismus-ende-in-myanmar-die-unheimliche-stille-von-bagan-a-38a4d6f4-030b-4cfc-b6c3-18e8bb693494
Myanmar charity groups struggle to operate amid rising fuel prices: Donations have also fallen, forcing some charities to refuse requests for help.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/charity-09072022150322.html
Price of medicines soars in Myanmar, leaving clinics short of supplies: Antibiotics and drugs treating long-term illness have seen the sharpest cost rise.
rfa.org/english/news/myanmar/medicines-09082022142203.html
Plane passenger shot in mid-air after aircraft was fired at from the ground: Passenger shot in mid-air from the ground.
secretflying.com/posts/plane-passenger-shot-in-mid-air-after-aircraft-was-fired-at-from-the-ground/
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