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UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
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Quick Glance: Freezing of London Property Following ICIJ Report
- Roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists revealed that the London townhouse remained untouched by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official, U.K. authorities froze Igor Komarov's property.
- In February, the ongoing connection between Komarov and the townhouse in Herbert Crescent - a prime location in Central London - was highlighted. The property was acquired in 2007 for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company under his control.
- Instead of directly listing Komarov, a trust was indicated as the beneficial owner of the BVI company, Wastom Holdings Ltd., in the submissions under the U.K.'s Register of Overseas Entities.
- It is suggested that the British Government should now disclose details about trusts overseeing properties directly or through companies. This transparency measure would aid in uncovering assets owned by Putin's associates and corrupt individuals, leaving them no refuge.
Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68652286
Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
As Biden, Sunak pledge more cruise missiles for Ukraine, Germany’s Scholz adamant on Taurus refusal
politico.eu/article/joe-biden-rishi-sunak-olaf-scholz-ukraine-taurus-missiles/
Conspiracy theorists predict 'dark omens' after bloody horses run through London: Conspiracy theorists believe that bloody horses running through London and Big ...
indy100.com/viral/doomsday-horses-london-big-ben
Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/qatar-will-host-meeting-to-discuss-ukrainian-proposal-to-end-war
Ministers have caved in on no-fault evictions pledge, says Angela Rayner: Labour's Angela Rayner attacks the government's housing record but faces jibes over her ...
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68889342
Two horses which bolted through central London in a 'serious condition'
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Labour pledges to renationalise most rail services within five years: The party says it offers the "biggest overhaul in a generation" but ministers brand it ...
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Ukraine to increase long-range strikes in Russia, says UK defence chief: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin tells the FT fresh military aid will help Kyiv reshape ...
ft.com/content/06a48bab-2eb6-4cc4-9d9f-e72a22ba5d7e
Quick Glance: Ukraine to Increase Strikes in Russia, UK Defense Chief Says
- Ukraine is set to increase long-range attacks inside Russia to shape the war with western military aid.
- Admiral Sir Tony Radakin highlighted positive trends in the support for Ukraine.
- The US dropped reservations about providing long-range missiles to Ukraine.
- The UK has increased its commitment to Ukraine's defense and signed long-term contracts with defense industry suppliers.
Was the London horse rampage avoidable?: Five horses from the Household Cavalry bolted during a rehearsal, having been frightened by noisy builders near ...
spectator.co.uk/article/was-the-london-horse-rampage-avoidable/
Qatar hails mediation ‘milestone’ as it hosts freed Ukrainian, Russian kids: Twenty reunited Ukrainian, Russian families are in Doha to receive support as part ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/25/qatar-hails-mediation-milestone-as-it-hosts-freed-ukrainian-russian-kids
Behind the scenes, between the lines: The details you need to know about Hersh's hostage video
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-798530
Why the Cass report won’t change a thing: The Liberal Democrat candidate in the Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland constituency recently released a video ...
spectator.co.uk/article/why-the-cass-report-wont-change-a-thing/
UK slams MEPs for saying Gibraltar is undermining Russian sanctions — and calling it a ‘colony’
politico.eu/article/uk-slams-meps-for-saying-gibraltar-undermining-russian-sanctions-calling-it-colony/
Daniel Dennett’s last interview: ‘AI could signal the end of human civilisation’: Do we still need philosophers? Daniel Dennett, who died last week ...
spectator.co.uk/article/daniel-dennetts-last-interview-ai-could-signal-the-end-of-human-civilisation/
115,000 asylum seekers will be in limbo after Rwanda bill: Migrants to cost British taxpayers £17 million per day, report reveals
thetimes.co.uk/article/115000-asylum-seekers-will-be-in-limbo-after-rwanda-bill-d07rf55bn
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Remembering the Kinder Scout Mass Trespass: On this day in 1932, hundreds of workers took to the hills of northern England to challenge the right of landed ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2019/04/the-kinder-scout-mass-trespass
Tommy Robinson and the truth about two-tier policing: Yesterday’s police operation was proportionate to the circumstances. Robust action was taken against a ...
spectator.co.uk/article/tommy-robinson-and-the-truth-about-two-tier-policing/
Employers are using zero-hours contracts to cut wage bills, study finds: Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rights
ft.com/content/e2df1647-3789-426c-9a38-db7a3c12b7d3
‘I don’t feel appreciated’: Sundowns coach Mokwena says people don’t value his hard work
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-24-i-dont-feel-appreciated-sundowns-coach-mokwena-says-people-dont-value-his-hard-work/
UK wants NATO defense target upped to 2.5 percent: Defense Secretary Grant Shapps says meeting that target would make a ‘real difference.’
politico.eu/article/uk-wants-nato-defense-target-2-5-percent-shapps-sunak/
Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London discuss migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/abschieben-nach-ruanda-oder-albanien-rom-und-london-besprechen-migrationspolitik
Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration
- The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.
- Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.
- The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.
- Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.
The Delusion of Peak China: America Can't Wish Away Its Toughest Challenger: America can't wish away its toughest challenger.
foreignaffairs.com/china/delusion-peak-china-united-states-evan-medeiros
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Nepal’s president asks visiting Qatari emir to help free student held hostage by Hamas
arabnews.com/node/2498506/world
Anti-colonialism and the distortion of history: In 2020, the National Trust released its ‘interim report’ on the connections between its properties and ...
spectator.co.uk/article/anti-colonialism-and-the-distortion-of-history/
Have Londoners forgotten how to stand up to anti-Semites?: There are some among the tens of thousands who march through London each week who genuinely seek peace ...
spectator.co.uk/article/have-londoners-forgotten-how-to-stand-up-to-anti-semites/
Great Britain as a role model: FDP advocates asylum procedures outside Europe: Is there a risk of another argument at the traffic lights? The FDP is committed to ...
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/asylpolitik-nach-britischem-vorbild-fdp-spricht-sich-fuer-asylverfahren-ausserhalb-europas-aus-a-923b6e7d-afbd-4406-9f2c-556f3adb0237
LME moves to stop gaming of Russian aluminium sanctions-based rule: The London Metal Exchange (LME) moved on Tuesday to stop traders from taking Russian ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/lme-moves-stop-gaming-russian-aluminium-sanctions-based-rule-2024-04-23/
Birnbacher takes the next step on the career ladder: Andi Birnbacher from Schleching will be in charge of the B squad in women's biathlon next winter ...
traunsteiner-tagblatt.de/sport/sport-aus-der-region_artikel,-birnbacher-macht-den-naechsten-schritt-auf-der-karriereleiter-_arid,866767.html
Qatar Foreign Ministry: No justification to end Hamas’ presence in Doha: DUBAI: Qatar said on Tuesday there was no justification to end the presence of an office ...
arabnews.com/node/2497751/middle-east
UK court case launched over Brazil Iron mine project in Bahia: Brazil Iron calls itself a sustainable mining company. Local residents call its project a disaster ...
bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-68772590
Gaza girl, 5, is learning to live with one leg and untold loss: Israel-Hamas war: In Qatar's capital, a compound housing Palestinian medical evacuees from Gaza ...
latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-04-24/gaza-palestinian-israel-war-medical-evacuees-amputees-children-treatment-doha-qatar
Timing of first BoE rate cut splits economists between June and Q3: The Bank of England will wait until next quarter to lower borrowing costs ...
reuters.com/markets/rates-bonds/timing-first-boe-rate-cut-splits-economists-between-june-q3-2024-04-24/
Watch: Greens grilled on ‘zero murders’ pledge: To the fantasy land of the Greens, where no promises are off the table — no matter how surreal ...
spectator.co.uk/article/watch-green-party-mayoral-candidates-absurd-pledge-to-abolish-murder/
How the Paris Commune Influenced the 1916 Rising: The Paris Commune of 1871 was still fresh in the memory by the time of Ireland's Easter Rising – and ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2023/04/how-the-paris-commune-influenced-the-1916-rising-2
Oman handball team record thrilling win over Qatar in GCC Youth Games: Oman beat Qatar with a last-gasp goal to win 29-28
timesofoman.com/article/144782-oman-handball-team-record-thrilling-win-over-qatar-in-gcc-youth-games
Israel, Hamas, Iran, the US and Qatar: How Billions Bolstered a Mediator Role: On today’s Big Take podcast, how and why Qatar found itself at the center of one ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/israel-hamas-iran-the-us-and-qatar-how-billions-bolstered-a-mediator-role
‘No-brainer’: Rugby Australia wants Bledisloe Cup clash on Anzac Day: RA chairman Daniel Herbert believes a Wallabies-All Blacks game on Anzac Day would be a ...
smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/no-brainer-rugby-australia-wants-bledisloe-cup-clash-on-anzac-day-20240424-p5fm6d.html
Bloomberg: Qatar to host meeting on Ukrainian peace plan: The final list of countries attending the Qatar meeting has not been finalized but Russia has not been ...
kyivindependent.com/bloomberg-qatar-to-host-meeting-on-ukrainian-proposal-to-end-war/
Ukraine shares with Qatar list of 561 children held by Russia: Ukraine handed over to Qatar, as a mediator, a list with the names of 561 Ukrainian children ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3856825-ukraine-shares-with-qatar-list-of-561-children-held-by-russia.html
Line-up revealed for Magnolia Cup race at Glorious Goodwood – women from all walks of life taking on racing challenge
sussexexpress.co.uk/sport/other-sport/line-up-revealed-for-magnolia-cup-race-at-glorious-goodwood-women-from-all-walks-of-life-taking-on-racing-challenge-4605186
Bangladesh-Qatar relations promise positive outcomes: Ensuring the rights and protection of Bangladeshi workers must be front and center of any bilateral ...
thedailystar.net/opinion/editorial/news/bangladesh-qatar-relations-promise-positive-outcomes-3594376
Gerapetritis visits Qatar: In the first visit of a Greek foreign minister to Doha in five years, George Gerapetritis praised the mediation role of Qatar ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237328/gerapetritis-visits-qatar/
Foreign Min discusses regional challenges and cooperation in Qatar visit: Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis, speaking to public broadcaster ERT ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1237254/foreign-min-discusses-regional-challenges-and-cooperation-in-qatar-visit/
Russia, Ukraine Hold First In-Person Talks to Return Displaced Children: Russia and Ukraine have for the first time held in-person talks to exchange children ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/24/russia-ukraine-hold-first-in-person-talks-to-return-displaced-children-a84944
Gulf visits counter the pessimism of violent conflicts: A visit to the UAE by Sultan Haitham of Oman and an Asian tour by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim are two ...
thenationalnews.com/opinion/comment/2024/04/24/gulf-gcc-oman-uae-qatar-diplomacy-middle-east/
Qatar Airways Europe 48 Hour Flash Sale For Travel May 1 – November 30, 2024 (Book By April 25)
loyaltylobby.com/2024/04/24/qatar-airways-europe-48-hour-flash-sale-for-travel-may-1-november-30-2024-book-by-april-25/
Battle of Korean-born coaches set in Korea-Indonesia duel at Olympic football qualifiers
koreatimes.co.kr/www/sports/2024/04/600_373362.html
MEPs call to seize Russia’s hundreds of billions in frozen assets: Lawmakers want to see more support for Ukraine as US and UK counterparts advance.
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/23/meps-call-to-seize-russias-hundreds-of-billions-in-frozen-assets
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Erdogan must not roll out the red carpet for Hamas: The photos of the Turkish president with the Hamas boss in Istanbul are irritating. Courting the terrorist ...
nzz.ch/meinung/erdogan-darf-der-hamas-nicht-den-roten-teppich-ausrollen-ld.1827403
Quick Glance: Turkey Should Not Provide Sanctuary to Hamas
- The images of the meeting between the Turkish President and the Hamas leader in Istanbul are causing unease. Supporting the terrorist organization is problematic. The Islamists are no longer suitable as negotiating partners for resolving the Middle East conflict.
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hamas leader Ismail Haniya with a certain statesmanship and drew parallels between Hamas and Turkish insurgents. Turkey adamantly refuses to categorize Hamas as a terrorist organization.
- Speculations are arising about a potential relocation of Hamas leaders from Qatar to Turkey. Qatar is under pressure due to its closeness to Islamists. Turkey could be an appealing choice for Hamas.
- Moving the Hamas headquarters to Turkey would be a provocation towards Israel and its allies. Hamas has discredited itself as a reliable negotiating partner. A political resolution of the Middle East conflict should exclude the involvement of Hamas.
UK grocery inflation falls to 30-month low: Grocery price growth eases to 3.2% in four weeks to mid-April as retailers focus on special offers
ft.com/content/da639524-3d28-42de-b494-57be5af69628
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The Met has made mistakes – stopping Gideon Falter crossing the road is not one of them
inews.co.uk/opinion/met-mistakes-gideon-falter-crossing-road-not-one-3018434
Lawsuit accuses Grindr of illegally sharing users' HIV status: LGBTQ+ dating app's maker previously denied selling sensitive user data
theregister.com/2024/04/22/class_action_suit_data_protection_uk_grindr/
Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
Migrants drown in Channel, Sunak says nothing will stop Rwanda policy: Five people, including a child, died in an attempt to cross the English Channel from ...
reuters.com/world/europe/least-five-migrants-died-during-attempt-cross-english-channel-la-voix-du-nord-2024-04-23/
Watch: BBC crew captures moment migrants board small crowded boat to UK from France
bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-68880651
Hope Hostel in Rwanda says it's ready for first migrants from UK: Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers now the landmark UK bill has passed.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68836255
Government exit would end 'sorry tale' for Britain and bank, NatWest Chair says: Britain's plans to sell its remaining stake in NatWest would end a "sorry tale" ...
reuters.com/business/finance/natwest-ceo-sees-material-opportunities-ai-2024-04-23/
UK to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP - meaning tens of billions of pounds of extra funding
news.sky.com/story/uk-to-increase-defence-spending-to-2-5-of-gdp-meaning-tens-of-billions-of-pounds-of-extra-funding-13121450
Qatari official: Jews are murderers of prophets; October 7th is only a ‘prelude’: Ovations sound as Essa Al-Nassr, member of the Gulf state’s legislative body ...
jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/qatari-official-jews-are-murderers-of-prophets-october-7th-is-only-a-prelude-798358
Rishi Sunak vows to boost defence spending by 2.5 per cent: After finally getting his Rwanda legislation through the Lords, Rishi Sunak is in Warsaw today to ...
spectator.co.uk/article/rishi-sunak-to-boost-defence-spending-by-2030/
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
The young are missing out on a proper breakfast: What better way to celebrate St George’s Day than with a good Full English Breakfast? But the young seem to have ...
spectator.co.uk/article/the-young-are-missing-out-on-a-proper-breakfast/
How Jewish-looking do you have to be to be considered too provocative to cross the road?
independent.co.uk/voices/gideon-falter-openly-jewish-met-police-mark-rowley-b2532722.html
Paid articlePaid Pfizer vs Moderna battle over COVID vaccine patents begins in UK: Pfizer and BioNTech asked a London court to revoke rival Moderna's patents over technology key ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/pfizer-vs-moderna-battle-over-covid-vaccine-patents-begins-uk-2024-04-23/
Korea defeat Japan to win group in Olympic football qualifiers; Indonesia up next in quarters
koreatimes.co.kr/www/sports/2024/04/600_373244.html
'Nothing will stand in our way': Britain approves contentious Rwanda asylum seekers plan
usatoday.com/story/news/world/2024/04/22/britain-asylum-seekers-rwanda-boats-immigration/73339328007/
Turkey, Iraq, Qatar and UAE sign transportation deal that hopes to connect Gulf to Europe
middleeasteye.net/news/turkey-iraq-qatar-and-uae-sign-transportation-deal-would-connect-gulf-europe
Why are there so many prisoners in England and Wales? The crisis explained: More than 87,000 people are serving prison sentences, and the numbers are growing ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/prisoners-in-prisons-uk-why-so-many-crime-justice-commission-qpvmwqxnr
Europe's bank earnings to offer interest rate reality check: Investors should get a clearer picture this week of whether higher interest rates are still boosting ...
reuters.com/business/finance/europes-bank-earnings-offer-interest-rate-reality-check-2024-04-22/
Quick Glance: Overview: Tesla Stocks Plummet, Europe Business Surpasses Expectations
- World markets have brightened slightly this week, but Tesla is facing a critical earnings test, while Europe's business pulse has surprisingly been lively this month.
- Following the worst week on Wall Street since 2022, relief from easing Middle East tensions helped stabilize the situation on Monday. The chip giant Nvidia made a modest recovery from losses as Big Tech megacaps gear up for quarterly earnings releases.
- As the first of the 'Magnificent 7' Vanguard stocks, electric vehicle giant Tesla will report on Tuesday, having plummeted by a substantial 43% year-to-date and nearly 60% over the past two years amidst fierce price competition, declining EV demand, and governance/product concerns.
- While Big Tech jitters define this month's market fluctuations, investors will closely watch the upcoming results for a clearer perspective.
Times crime commission: Why Britain’s prisons are a tinderbox: Overcrowding, staff shortages and high levels of violence have left the jail system at breaking ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/crime-justice-commission-britain-prisons-tinderbox-2sddlcs92
Paid articlePaid What happened to the Tory promise to balance the budget?: This morning it was revealed that last month the government was forced to borrow £11.9 billion ...
spectator.co.uk/article/what-happened-to-the-tory-promise-to-balance-the-budget/
‘I felt this was an abuse of power’: the climate activist who took on the law and won
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/23/trudi-warner-climate-activist-fight-with-the-uk-government
Qatar's emir arrives in Bangladesh for visit, Bangladesh seeking to boost its energy security
wionews.com/videos/qatars-emir-arrives-in-bangladesh-for-visit-bangladesh-seeking-to-boost-its-energy-security-714170
Hamas has ‘moved goal post’ on hostage talks, says State Dept: WASHINGTON: Palestinian militant group Hamas has “moved the goal post” and changed its demands in ...
arabnews.com/node/2497511/world
Salman Rushdie: how Cervantes and Shakespeare wrote the modern literary rule book
newstatesman.com/culture/2016/04/salman-rushdie-how-cervantes-and-shakespeare-wrote-modern-literary-rule-book
Sadiq Khan: I’ll make the Thames clean enough to swim in: The London mayor intends to replicate the plans of his Parisian counterpart, who wants to reopen the ...
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'Why do we need Voter ID?': an open letter to York's returning officer: 'Why do we need Voter ID?': an open letter to York's returning officer
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24271663.why-need-voter-id--open-letter-yorks-returning-officer/
Liberal Centrists Are as Ideological as the Rest of Us: Liberal centrists believe they are above ‘populism’, not realising that defining themselves as good ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2024/04/liberal-centrists-are-as-ideological-as-the-rest-of-us/
Qatar accuses Israel of not being serious about ceasefire talks: Foreign Ministry condemns comments made by Israeli ministers as Doha continues to reassess ...
thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2024/04/23/qatar-hamas-gaza-ceasefire/
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