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IOL News
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
July 12: whats on in Durban
Avatar is a dance and cultural drama at the Izulu theatre at Sibaya this weekend. Image: Supplied MARKETS Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market: Spend time with family (pets included) and friends outdoors. Traders sell everything from fresh produce and deli food to arts and crafts. Walk the short nature trail or have a zipline adventure. Open rain or shine, and wheelchair accessible from 7am to 1pm. Musgrave Market: Head to Berea Park for food, music, arts and crafts. From 9am to 2pm. Community market at 38 Pitlochry Road, Westville, 9am to 2pm. Ballito Farmers Market: More than 150 traders offer fresh farm produce, cut flowers and a nursery, retail, fashion, kids' entertainment, art, hobbies, crafted goods and lifestyle products. R103 at Umhlali. 7am to 2pm. Harlequins Flea Market: Every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. New vendors welcome. WhatsApp 083 595 7033 or email harlequinsmarket@ Rotary Uvongo Flea Market: Crafts, toys, bead work, wire work, clothing and food every Saturday from 8.30am to 1pm and Sunday 9am to 2pm, opposite Douglas Mitchell Sports Grounds. Call 082 829 0059. Golden Hours Market: (tomorrow) Family-friendly market at Golden Hours School, 10am to 2pm. Live music and food stalls. Call 083 262 3693. uMhlanga Farmers Market: Autumn Drive, Prestondale, every Wednesday from 8am to noon. Call Ethel at 060 303 3957. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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The cast comprises 120 performers. Final show tomorrow. Tickets R150-R280 from Webtickets and Pick n Pay stores nationwide. Izulu Theatre, Sibaya: (today) The spectacular dance drama, Avatar, is inspired by the ancient epic of Radha and Krishna weaving a captivating storyline with mesmerising dances, stunning costumes, state-of-the-art lighting and English dialogue. July 12 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets R120 from Ticketpro. Playhouse Opera: Esokuqala uses music, dance and drama to tell a pertinent story of the new South Africa: the spiritual conflict between the old world. It is written, directed and choreographed by Lucky Cele and musical director is Thandanani Gasa, produced by Ulozolo Youth Organisation. It features Andile Mswazi and Zinhle Ndelu in the lead roles. July 19 at 6pm. Also at the Imbazwana Arts Centre in Umkhanyakude District Municipality on August 23 at 6pm, with a performance in Pietermaritzburg to be announced. Tickets R100 from wedbtickets. Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban: Brain Freeze introduces brand-new family magician Vicus Cruywagen with jaw-dropping magic, side splitting comedy, and loads of audience participation. It's a fast-paced magical adventure that is perfect for curious kids and fun-loving adults alike. Sunday July 20 at 2pm. Tickets R150 from webtickets. MUSIC The Barn at Westown Square: (tomorrow) Catch Sunday Sounds every Sunday from noon to 3pm featuring a line-up of Durban's finest musicians. DLI Hall, Greyville: The British Cultural & Heritage Association presents Music en Masse - a fun concert which brings together anyone who can read and play music of all ages and cultures in KZN for a concert performed by 'the biggest orchestra ever seen in Durban'. Under the baton of Russell Scott, the programme includes Moon River; My Way; Themes from 007; Somewhere over the Rainbow; Selections from Les Miserables and the Can Can. Sunday July 27 at 2.30pm. Tickets adults R120, pensioners R100, children under 12 R60 at the door or prior to the event between 9am and 1pm at Berea Bowling Club. St Thomas's Church, Musgrave: The KZNPO will perform in a Sunday Sinfonia concert with conductor Chad Hendricks at the podium. Principal flautist Sabine Baird will perform the Mozart Flute Concerto. Programme includes Mozart's Don Giovanni Overture and Beethoven's symphony No5. Sunday August 3 at 3.30pm. Tickets R100 from webtickets. FILM Rhumbelow Theatre Film Club: With cinemas closing or really expensive, and Netflix becoming stay-at-home-predictable, enjoy the notion of an old-fashioned movie night out with friends… with a drink in your hand (an adult beverage – at club prices) and affordable snacks and light meals (other than popcorn). The club opens its doors every Wednesday for a smorgasbord of films from vintage and classics to more modern and interesting films. Membership is R300 for six months, with a WhatsApp group informing you of what's on and what's coming. SASSA grant recipients can join for free. Call Roland on 082 499 8636 or email: roland@ ART KZNSA: The gallery hosts its annual Members' Award Show. The theme of the exhibition is Imisinga (Currents) with submissions thinking about how water holds memory, movement, and meaning. It is a source of life, ritual, conflict, and celebration. In Durban, water surrounds and sustains us culturally, historically, environmentally but it also reminds us of our vulnerabilities. Woza Moya Gallery, Hillcrest: The exhibition Behind Closed Doors opened last night. Features the work of artist Sinethemba Ndimande, and photographers Masibulele Nako and Manelisi Nene. OUTDOORS Amblers Hiking Club: (tomorrow) At 2pm on July 13 hike Gillett's Waterfall and ladder from Acutts Drive. A new adventure hike in the upper reaches of Kloof Gorge. Meet at Acutts Drive Bridge, Everton off Everton Drive. Call David 072 615 0559. Recycles Group: Meet at 9am on Tuesdays at the parking area behind Pirates life saving club. For a 20 km ride on the promenade. Open to beginners, sociable, safe and an option for a breakfast at Pirates coffee shop. Call Ian to join on 083 675 2125. Retreads walking group: Join for a 3 or 5 km social walk on Tuesdays at 9am on the promenade followed with an option of breakfast at Pirates. Call Michele on 083 779 7443 Mountain Biking Rides: Saturdays at 6am, meet at Dura Cycles, Uvongo. Call 039 315 7359.
IOL News
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
What's On: July 5
Clive Sithole with one of his ceramic works. He is among artists exhibiting with the Durban Art Gallery at the House & Garden Show this weekend. Image: Supplied MARKETS Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market: Spend time with family (pets included) and friends outdoors. Traders sell everything from fresh produce and deli food to arts and crafts. Walk the short nature trail or have a zipline adventure. Open rain or shine, and wheelchair accessible from 7am to 1pm. Musgrave Market: Head to Berea Park for food, music, arts and crafts. From 9am to 2pm. Buzz Market: Community market at 38 Pitlochry Road, Westville, 9am to 2pm. Ballito Farmers Market: More than 150 traders offer fresh farm produce, cut flowers and a nursery, retail, fashion, kids' entertainment, art, hobbies, crafted goods and lifestyle products. R103 at Umhlali. 7am to 2pm. Harlequins Flea Market: Every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. New vendors welcome. WhatsApp 083 595 7033 or email harlequinsmarket@ Rotary Uvongo Flea Market: Crafts, toys, bead work, wire work, clothing and food every Saturday from 8.30am to 1pm and Sunday 9am to 2pm, opposite Douglas Mitchell Sports Grounds. Call 082 829 0059. Golden Hours Market: (tomorrow) Family-friendly market at Golden Hours School, 10am to 2pm. Live music and food stalls. Call 083 262 3693. uMhlanga Farmers Market: Autumn Drive, Prestondale, every Wednesday from 8am to noon. Call Ethel at 060 303 3957. SHOWS Playhouse Opera: (today and tomorrow) KZN Young Performers Project presents the musical, Annie, the story of the plucky youngster and her quest for a bright new life outside of the walls of Miss Hannigan's dreary orphanage. Directed by Daisy Spencer; with musical direction by Des Govender; and choreography by Evashnee Pillay. The cast comprises 120 performers. Until July 13. Tickets R150-R280 from Webtickets and Pick n Pay stores nationwide. Playhouse Drama: (today and tomorrow) Little Shop of Horrors comes to the Playhouse. A ridiculous and hilarious horror-spoof, in which a plant, which has a desire for world domination, grows by eating people with all the lead characters falling prey to its voracious appetite. July 5 at 2pm 7.30pm and July 6 at 3pm. Tickets R50-R100 from webtickets. Milkwood Theatre: (today) Shri Manesh Maharaj presents his students in an offering of Hindustani classical and modern music titled Swaranjali. Sitar, Tabla, Harmonium and vocal music come together in a spiritual experience in a delightful evening of North Indian music. July 5 at 6pm. Tickets R100 from webtickets. Rhumbelow Theatre, Durban: (today and tomorrow) Rock Across America features Barry Thomson & The Reals celebrating America's top rock hits in the 1970s. This is a genre of rock music characterised by a straightforward, often roots musical style, often with a focus on blue-collar workers, and a conviction that rock music has a social or communal purpose beyond just entertainment. July 5 at 7.30pm, July 6 at 2pm. Tickets R200 from webtickets. MUSIC Durban Jewish Club: (tomorrow) An afternoon of music featuring world-class soloists, pianist Christopher Duigan and guitarist James Grace. Their programme includes many of their own arrangements on classic melodies, jazz standards, Latin milongas and Spanish classics. Sunday July 6 at 2.30pm. Tickets: R140 at the door. Contact or 071 505 1021 The Barn at Westown Square: (tomorrow) Catch Sunday Sounds every Sunday from noon to 3pm featuring a line-up of Durban's finest musicians. FILM Rhumbelow Theatre Film Club: With cinemas closing or really expensive, and Netflix becoming stay-at-home-predictable, enjoy the notion of an old-fashioned movie night out with friends… with a drink in your hand (an adult beverage – at club prices) and affordable snacks and light meals (other than popcorn). The club opens its doors every Wednesday for a smorgasbord of films from vintage and classics to more modern and interesting films. Membership is R300 for six months, with a WhatsApp group informing you of what's on and what's coming. SASSA grant recipients can join for free. Call Roland on 082 499 8636 or email: roland@ ART KZNSA: The gallery hosts its annual Members' Award Show. The theme of the exhibition is Imisinga (Currents) with submissions thinking about how water holds memory, movement, and meaning. It is a source of life, ritual, conflict, and celebration. In Durban, water surrounds and sustains us culturally, historically, environmentally but it also reminds us of our vulnerabilities. House and Garden Show: (today and tomorrow) Durban Art Gallery is showcasing the work of the city's exciting emerging artists who will be exhibiting alongside established artists at the Durban Exhibition Centre. Ends Sunday. Artists include Joseph Manana (painting); Clive Sithole (pottery); Thobi Shange (painting); Frank Sesing Morai (ceramics); Mzamo Mlambo (mixed media); Niamh Walsh-Vorster (photography); Ncamisile Nala (pottery); Njabulo Vezi (painting); Sboniso Sithole (painting); Lungisani Ndlovu (woodcut); Manqoba Bhengu (painting) and Mzamo Dlungwana (charcoal). Woza Moya Gallery, Hillcrest: The exhibition Behind Closed Doors opened last night. Features the work of artist Sinethemba Ndimande, and photographers Masibulele Nako and Manelisi Nene. OUTDOORS Amblers Hiking Club: (tomorrow) At 2pm July 6 we hike New Golf Driving range at second Hillcrest off-ramp from M13. An interesting hike to the top waterfalls of Giba Gorge. Pizzas after at Hayways. Call David 072 615 0559. Recycles Group: Meet at 9am on Tuesdays at the parking area behind Pirates life saving club. For a 20 km ride on the promenade. Open to beginners, sociable, safe and an option for a breakfast at Pirates coffee shop. Call Ian to join on 083 675 2125. Retreads walking group: Join for a 3 or 5 km social walk on Tuesdays at 9am on the promenade followed with an option of breakfast at Pirates. Call Michele on 083 779 7443 Mountain Biking Rides: Saturdays at 6am, meet at Dura Cycles, Uvongo. Call 039 315 7359.
The Guardian
27-06-2025
- General
- The Guardian
You be the judge: should my partner stop trying to kiss me after kissing the cat?
I see the cat rolling around in poo. Georgia can choose to kiss me or the dirty cat, but not both I didn't grow up with pets, so never felt that comfortable around them. But then my partner Georgia and I got our cat, Ethel, from a neighbour. I initially pushed back as I didn't want the responsibility. Now, I tell everyone that having a cat is amazing. However, I find my rules slipping. Initially, I didn't think I'd want Ethel on the bed, but within a week of getting her that rule was out the window. I'm still trying to make sure kissing the cat stays off limits, though. I see Ethel roll around in poo in our garden – she seems quite interested in faeces. I'll go outside and say, 'Don't do that', but she's a cat, so doesn't listen, obviously. Georgia, on the other hand, is always kissing Ethel – that's a cat who's just licked her own bum or rolled around in poo. She thinks I should want to kiss the cat all the time too, and really doesn't understand my reluctance. Worse still, just after she's kissed the cat, she'll try to kiss me. I get really grossed out by that. It's too much. Georgia doesn't kiss Ethel on the mouth, but they will bump noses. Ethel will sometimes lick Georgia on the hand or face. I don't find that as gross as the thought of Georgia placing her lips on the cat's fur, though. She thinks it's funny that I won't kiss her straight after shes kissed the cat. I might leave it half an hour – I'll have forgotten about it by then. We have different cat parenting styles. I don't feel the need to pick Ethel up all the time, whereas Georgia loves to cradle her like a baby. I think Ethel tolerates rather than enjoys it. Georgia always wanted us to get a cat. When we lived in another houseshare years ago, she used to lure the neighbour's cat in through the window. In retrospect, I think I was being primed to accept the idea of having pets. Georgia wrote in to the Guardian because she wants people to side with her. She says: 'How can you say kissing a cat is gross?' She's looking for proof that other people kiss their pets all the time too, but I don't think they do. She has said that if I lose this argument then I have to kiss Ethel, which I don't want to do. I think you can truly love your cat without kissing it on the head all the time. I love the cat, so I kiss her. I don't see the problem. Darryl's hygiene logic doesn't make any sense I would like to state for the record that Ethel does not lick my face on a regular basis. I kiss her on the head a lot, though, and I like to cradle her like a child and I've never thought twice about kissing her. I've had pets all my life. I even had rats as a kid – though I'm not sure that is going to help my case. I probably kiss Ethel about 20 times a day. When I walk past her, I'll kiss her little head and we rub our noses together. I don't want her to lick my face, as I know she does lick her bum, but sometimes she just will. She's a cat, it can't be helped. I think it's weird that Darryl doesn't want to kiss her. That doesn't connect for me at all. I find it funny and slightly offensive when, after I kiss Ethel on the head, Darryl recoils from me. He'll pull back and go 'Argh!'. However after 10 or 20 minutes, he'll have forgotten about it and will let me kiss him, so I wonder: how long is acceptable? Do germs disappear after half an hour? It's arbitrary and Darryl is not consistent with his stance. Kissing Ethel is so normal to me, so it's hard to compute his behaviour. Darryl is home more so spends more time with Ethel. And he's the more playful parent overall, which is why it's hard to believe he doesn't want to kiss her. Darryl also doesn't pick her up, which I find strange. If we take her to the vet, I have to pick her up. I don't think he's ever kissed her. At first, I would get defensive about him not kissing me after I kissed Ethel, but now I've got used to him recoiling from me. One time we tried to Google whether pets are clean and who was in the right, but we found arguments supporting both sides. I'd never clean my face after kissing the cat, it just doesn't feel natural. Also, I kiss her so much that my skin would get dry if I had to wash every time I did. Basically, it's a losing battle for Darryl. As soon as we got Ethel, all the rules went out the window. She climbed on Darryl and loved him right away, and she has always been very inquisitive. I think he will eventually come around to letting me kiss him after I've kissed Ethel. Should Georgia stop kissing Darryl after kissing Ethel? Kissing a pet is unhygienic, so Georgia should not expect Darryl to kiss her after she's kissed the cat. She needs to respect his feelings – though he needs to be more consistent about when she is allowed to kiss 70 This is all about consent. It's acceptable for anyone to give or withdraw consent at any time; no one should be kissed when they don't want to be. Georgia is guilty for laughing at and not respecting Darryl's 51 As a cat lover, I understand both Darryl and Georgia's point of view. However, I have to side with Darryl. He clearly adores Ethel, he just shows his affection in a different way to Georgia. She loves snuggles, where Darryl loves playing. Both of them need to accept that the other's approach is valid. Suzanne, 56 Kissing a cat's head is totally acceptable behaviour. We constantly pick up bacteria from the world around us and the vast majority are harmless. If Darryl is so worried about cleanliness, I'd be interested to know how often he washes his mobile phone!Duncan, 40 Personally, if I was Darryl I wouldn't spurn my partner's affections, be they pre- or post-feline. However, if someone asks you to stop doing something that involves their body, you should probably stop doing 49 In our online poll, tell us: who is in the right? The poll closes on Wednesday 2 July at 10am BST We asked whether Ruby should stop bringing so much cake into the office.49% of you said yes – Ruby is guilty 51% of you said no – Ruby is not guilty
The Guardian
26-06-2025
- General
- The Guardian
You be the judge: should my partner stop trying to kiss me after kissing the cat?
I see the cat rolling around in poo. Georgia can choose to kiss me or the dirty cat, but not both I didn't grow up with pets, so never felt that comfortable around them. But then my partner Georgia and I got our cat, Ethel, from a neighbour. I initially pushed back as I didn't want the responsibility. Now, I tell everyone that having a cat is amazing. However, I find my rules slipping. Initially, I didn't think I'd want Ethel on the bed, but within a week of getting her that rule was out the window. I'm still trying to make sure kissing the cat stays off limits, though. I see Ethel roll around in poo in our garden – she seems quite interested in faeces. I'll go outside and say, 'Don't do that', but she's a cat, so doesn't listen, obviously. Georgia, on the other hand, is always kissing Ethel – that's a cat who's just licked her own bum or rolled around in poo. She thinks I should want to kiss the cat all the time too, and really doesn't understand my reluctance. Worse still, just after she's kissed the cat, she'll try to kiss me. I get really grossed out by that. It's too much. Georgia doesn't kiss Ethel on the mouth, but they will bump noses. Ethel will sometimes lick Georgia on the hand or face. I don't find that as gross as the thought of Georgia placing her lips on the cat's fur, though. She thinks it's funny that I won't kiss her straight after shes kissed the cat. I might leave it half an hour – I'll have forgotten about it by then. We have different cat parenting styles. I don't feel the need to pick Ethel up all the time, whereas Georgia loves to cradle her like a baby. I think Ethel tolerates rather than enjoys it. Georgia always wanted us to get a cat. When we lived in another houseshare years ago, she used to lure the neighbour's cat in through the window. In retrospect, I think I was being primed to accept the idea of having pets. Georgia wrote in to the Guardian because she wants people to side with her. She says: 'How can you say kissing a cat is gross?' She's looking for proof that other people kiss their pets all the time too, but I don't think they do. She has said that if I lose this argument then I have to kiss Ethel, which I don't want to do. I think you can truly love your cat without kissing it on the head all the time. I love the cat, so I kiss her. I don't see the problem. Darryl's hygiene logic doesn't make any sense I would like to state for the record that Ethel does not lick my face on a regular basis. I kiss her on the head a lot, though, and I like to cradle her like a child and I've never thought twice about kissing her. I've had pets all my life. I even had rats as a kid – though I'm not sure that is going to help my case. I probably kiss Ethel about 20 times a day. When I walk past her, I'll kiss her little head and we rub our noses together. I don't want her to lick my face, as I know she does lick her bum, but sometimes she just will. She's a cat, it can't be helped. I think it's weird that Darryl doesn't want to kiss her. That doesn't connect for me at all. I find it funny and slightly offensive when, after I kiss Ethel on the head, Darryl recoils from me. He'll pull back and go 'Argh!'. However after 10 or 20 minutes, he'll have forgotten about it and will let me kiss him, so I wonder: how long is acceptable? Do germs disappear after half an hour? It's arbitrary and Darryl is not consistent with his stance. Kissing Ethel is so normal to me, so it's hard to compute his behaviour. Darryl is home more so spends more time with Ethel. And he's the more playful parent overall, which is why it's hard to believe he doesn't want to kiss her. Darryl also doesn't pick her up, which I find strange. If we take her to the vet, I have to pick her up. I don't think he's ever kissed her. At first, I would get defensive about him not kissing me after I kissed Ethel, but now I've got used to him recoiling from me. One time we tried to Google whether pets are clean and who was in the right, but we found arguments supporting both sides. I'd never clean my face after kissing the cat, it just doesn't feel natural. Also, I kiss her so much that my skin would get dry if I had to wash every time I did. Basically, it's a losing battle for Darryl. As soon as we got Ethel, all the rules went out the window. She climbed on Darryl and loved him right away, and she has always been very inquisitive. I think he will eventually come around to letting me kiss him after I've kissed Ethel. Should Georgia stop kissing Darryl after kissing Ethel? Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion Kissing a pet is unhygienic, so Georgia should not expect Darryl to kiss her after she's kissed the cat. She needs to respect his feelings – though he needs to be more consistent about when she is allowed to kiss him. Sophie, 70 This is all about consent. It's acceptable for anyone to give or withdraw consent at any time; no one should be kissed when they don't want to be. Georgia is guilty for laughing at and not respecting Darryl's boundaries. Chloe, 51 As a cat lover, I understand both Darryl and Georgia's point of view. However, I have to side with Darryl. He clearly adores Ethel, he just shows his affection in a different way to Georgia. She loves snuggles, where Darryl loves playing. Both of them need to accept that the other's approach is valid. Suzanne, 56 Kissing a cat's head is totally acceptable behaviour. We constantly pick up bacteria from the world around us and the vast majority are harmless. If Darryl is so worried about cleanliness, I'd be interested to know how often he washes his mobile phone! Duncan, 40 Personally, if I was Darryl I wouldn't spurn my partner's affections, be they pre- or post-feline. However, if someone asks you to stop doing something that involves their body, you should probably stop doing it. Neil, 49 In our online poll, tell us: who is in the right? The poll closes on Wednesday 2 July at 10am BST We asked whether Ruby should stop bringing so much cake into the office. 49% of you said yes – Ruby is guilty 51% of you said no – Ruby is not guilty
CBS News
20-06-2025
- General
- CBS News
Allegheny County Jail, Animal Friends launch TAILS initiative
The Allegheny County Jail and Pittsburgh-based animal shelter Animal Friends are teaming up to launch the TAILS initiative. TAILS, otherwise known as the Teaching Animals and Incarcerated Lifelong Skills program, is a pilot program designed to provide training and companionship between shelter dogs and allow incarcerated individuals to learn skills associated with fostering pets. The pilot program recently launched with the arrival of Ethel, a 2-year-old, 38-pound mixed-breed dog, who joined the women's program unit at the county jail on June 11. Ethel is a 2-year-old, 38-pound mixed-breed dog who joined the women's program unit at the county jail on June 11. Photo Credit: Allegheny County Jail Ethel will reside with two incarcerated handlers to learn basic manners and build confidence under the guidance of the jail and Animal Friends' behavior staff in hopes of finding a forever home, per a press release from the Allegheny County Jail. If the program is deemed successful, it may expand to include more dogs and units. "The TAILS program is something new and exciting that will benefit all who are involved," said Kelsey Gordon, the jail's female pod coordinator and the creator of the program's name. "The incarcerated women will have something to look forward to each day, the officers who are dog lovers can use it as a morale booster, and the shelter is creating space for other dogs to be rescued. Everyone wins." This is the second such program Animal Friends has launched with a state correctional institution. "This pilot program is a powerful example of what's possible when we come together for both people and animals," said Katie Vecchi, Chief Shelter Operations Officer. "Programs like TAILS align perfectly with our mission - giving vulnerable animals a second chance and creating meaningful opportunities for human-animal connection." Warden Trevor Wingard also showed great interest in launching the program. Wingard had previously implemented similar initiatives during his tenure with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. "I've seen firsthand the transformational impact these programs can have," said Warden Wingard. "They improve the lives of incarcerated individuals, give shelter animals the love and attention they need to thrive, and offer our facility a more positive environment overall. We hope Ethel is just the beginning." Ethel has been affectionately described as a "very sweet and high-energy girl" who would thrive with a family that can meet her active lifestyle and continue her positive reinforcement training. Interested adopters can learn more about Ethel and the adoption process by clicking here.
