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Rwandans worry about UK asylum proposal

The controversies surrounding two areas in Kigali that may soon house hundreds of individuals who never intended to settle in Rwanda are belied by the verdant hills. Situated atop a ridge in northern Kigali, the Hope Hostel provides a panoramic view of the capital. Situated in the southwest region of the city is the Bwiza Riverside Estate, which presents a picturesque ambiance complemented by artificial fences, small parcels of land, and manicured green spaces. Despite the suburban allure of this neighbourhood, it feels sterile and contrived.

Ex-Labour minister Frank Field, tasked by Blair, passes away

Frank Field was an elected Member of Parliament from 1979 until 2019. A humanitarian activist throughout his life, he passed away after being diagnosed with a terminal illness. Former minister and Labour member of parliament Frank Field passed away at the age of 81. A statement from his family read, "He will be dearly missed by those who had the good fortune to have shared his wit and companionship, but more than that, he will be mourned by admirers across political lines."

Whistleblower told no ‘duty’ to report funds misuse

The Lancashire representative for Fylde, Mr. Menzies, refutes the accusations levied against him. At 3:15 a.m., the former Conservative reportedly called a former staff member and demanded thousands of pounds to pay "bad people." The Conservatives were cautioned that the purported misuse of party funds by former MP Mark Menzies might have constituted fraud; however, the whistleblower was not obligated to disclose the matter.

Rishi Sunak promises child benefit cap if Tories win next election

The prime minister affirmed that the Conservative manifesto would include the pledge to maintain the limit, which was implemented in 2017. Rishi Sunak has unveiled that, should the Conservatives prevail in the upcoming election, he will maintain the two-child benefit limit. The policy restricts the benefits that Universal Credit-eligible parents may request for their offspring.

Labour blames ‘shoplifters’ charter’ for retail crime rise

As a result of the increase, certain retailers have implemented security measures such as securing commonplace items like meat, butter, chocolate, and coffee with identifiers. According to Labour, despite a "shoplifters' charter" which has led to a significant increase in larceny (approximately one per minute), police are charging fewer individuals. According to the party, there were a record 402,482 larceny incidents in England and Wales before September 2023.

Rishi Sunak seeks to combat ‘sick note culture’

To combat what he refers to as the "sick note culture" in the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak proposes depriving GPs of the authority to excuse patients from work. The prime minister asserts that some individuals' adoption of benefits as a "lifestyle choice" has resulted in an "escalating" welfare bill.

Business News

Premier League announces £40m Guinness partnership

Twenty premier clubs have been informed of a proposed four-year agreement with FTSE-100 beverages behemoth Diageo that would cost more than £41 million.  The Premier League of English football is celebrating a £40 million sponsorship agreement with Guinness, which the Diageo-owned brand secured after Heineken withdrew its competition.

Lloyds’ profits plummet after a record-breaking year

According to the largest mortgage lender in Britain, pre-tax earnings decreased by 28% in the first quarter of 2024. Nevertheless, it maintained that the decline was consistent with anticipated outcomes. Profits at Lloyds Banking Group have decreased since the company posted record-breaking results the previous year.

Sales stopped as shoppers avoided expensive department stores

Last month, retail sales came to a halt as consumers abandoned department stores in response to price increases. However, the lackluster performance follows a more robust start to the year, so the sector should still contribute to the United Kingdom's recovery from the recession. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), March retail sales volumes were unchanged from the previous month.

Blackstone bids £1.2bn for Hipgnosis, Blondie owner

Blackstone, a behemoth in private equity, has already presented the owner of compositions performed by Shakira and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers with multiple offers. This weekend, the Blackstone investment behemoth is formulating plans for a £1.2 billion takeover of the proprietor of the music company that Blondie, the Kaiser Chiefs, and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers perform on. Blackstone has previously presented multiple acquisition proposals for Hipgnosis Songs Fund (HSF), a music rights investment company listed in London.

App for grocery delivery Getir leaving UK market

Getir, whose commercial agreement with Spurs is worth millions of pounds, will threaten over a thousand jobs with its withdrawal from the United Kingdom. Previously valued at nearly $12 billion (£9.7 billion), the grocery delivery app Getir is on the verge of ceasing operations in the United Kingdom, a decision that would threaten more than a thousand jobs.

Tesla to cut 10% of global workforce due to sales drop

The global personnel of electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla is expected to be reduced by more than 10 per cent, according to a memo distributed to staff members by CEO Elon Musk. Due to the "duplication of roles and job functions in certain areas" that resulted from the company's rapid global expansion, Musk informed employees via email on Monday that the reductions were essential.

Bank of England worried as real earnings surge

Although the wage figures appear to be positive for households, the Bank of England may continue to anticipate stubbornly high core wage growth. According to the most recent official data, real earnings growth, including inflation, has reached its greatest level in nearly two and a half years due to a slower deceleration in wage increases than initially anticipated.

Unemployment soars as the British labour market stagnates

As the number of unemployed in the United Kingdom increases, the labour market appears to be stagnating, according to new data. During the period from December to February, the unemployment rate rose to 4.2%, the highest level in six months. In contrast, the percentage of employed individuals experienced a decline, while the economically inactive, referring to those who are neither employed nor actively seeking employment, experienced a marginal increase.

World News

Columbia extends Gaza protest deadline by 48 hours

Columbia University has granted two extensions to the deadline for students to vacate their campus encampments in opposition to Israel's war on Gaza. The university justifies this action by stating that negotiations with the protesters have made progress, which is intended to defuse the tense impasse that has spread throughout universities in the United States.  "We are making significant progress with student encampment representatives on the West lawn," Columbia said in a statement issued shortly after 3 a.m. (07:00 GMT) on Wednesday.

Seven teens arrested, deemed ‘unacceptable risk’ after Sydney stabbing

After "a number of associates were identified" in the wake of the alleged terrorist attack at the Assyrian Christ the Good Shepherd Church, counterterrorism police initiated an investigation. In the aftermath of the stabbing of a bishop in a Sydney church, seven adolescents who posed an "unacceptable risk and threat" to the community were apprehended by Australian police.

A haze of orange Sahara dust descends upon Athens, Greece

A dramatic orange atmosphere has descended upon Athens due to Saharan dust clouds that have been carried in by the wind.  Officials claim it is one of the most severe episodes of this nature to strike Greece since 2018.  Similar clouds had previously besieged Greece in late March and early April; they had also engulfed portions of southern France and Switzerland.

Athens skies turn orange, Libya sees red haze

Dust clouds from North Africa were transported by strong southerly winds to the capital of Greece, where they engulfed the Acropolis and other significant landmarks. A reddening of the heavens was observed in Libya.  As a result of dust clouds from the Sahara desert blowing across the Mediterranean Sea, the sky above Athens is now orange.

‘We will keep going’: Columbia Gaza protestors dig in

Despite disciplinary measures and mass arrests, Gaza war protesters have pledged to remain at Columbia University until their demands are fulfilled. Last week, over a hundred students were apprehended at a protest encampment in Columbia; in recent days, dozens more have been detained at Yale and New York University.

Sydney raids arrest seven adolescents with ‘extremist beliefs’

As part of a surge of counter-terrorism operations throughout Sydney, Australian police have apprehended seven adolescents, claiming it was "likely" that they were devising an attack. Police believe that the suspects adhere to a "religiously motivated violent extremist ideology." The investigations are connected to the stabbing of an Assyrian bishop last week, which was labelled a "terrorist act" by the police.

Congress, AAP, others: India’s frail opposition challenges Modi

To what extent does the electoral environment in India's general election adhere to principles of fairness? The opposition alliance asserts, "Rather not very." It alleges that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, lead by Narendra Modi, withheld an equitable playing field from it.

Top Israeli military intelligence official resigns on 7 Oct

In a letter of resignation, the head of intelligence for the Israeli military admitted blame for the shortcomings that preceded the October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel. According to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), Major General Aharon Haliva will retire after his successor is selected. In a letter, he admitted that his intelligence division "fell short of the responsibility placed upon us."

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SCIENCE NEWS

Human foods, like salmon and eggs, contribute to dog obesity

Numerous dog proprietors engage in this activity on a daily basis. However, recent research may alter your mind about hiding leftovers under the dinner table for your dog. Among the human foods that may be contributing to your pet's obesity are scrambled eggs and broiled salmon, according to the study.

‘I am not a robot’ captchas increasingly challenging

The reason why captchas are becoming more challenging to decipher is because algorithms are outsmarting you. Initially, the 'I'm not a robot' prompt required users to duplicate a sequence of letters and numbers or identify every bus in a series of images, tasks that were frequently challenging to misinterpret. However, more recent iterations require users to choose objects that share the same shape or to click on the non-aquatic animal.

Study says attractive female looks make males more honest

According to one study, the presence of attractive female faces may influence males to exhibit more honest behavior. Male participants in an experiment cheated less frequently when shown an image of an attractive woman, according to researchers. Female participants, on the other hand, exhibited less honesty when confronted with an identical image.

Female gamers compete for thousands at inaugural UK event

"A case of Red Bull" is what one of the competing women recollects from her past involvement in the competition. Teams will compete this weekend for a prize pool of £15,000. On Saturday, the first professional women's gaming tournament of its kind begins in the United Kingdom. The most-viewed esports game in women's competitions, the first-person shooter Valorant, will be competed in by four professional gaming teams.

Bees survive underwater for a week, despite lab accident

A group of scientists made the "shock" discovery that bees can survive for an entire week submerged in water by accident while experimenting. The primary objective of the research conducted in 2022 was to determine how pesticide residues in soil affected queen bees that were hibernating underground.

Alien-harboring planets might emit a unique purple hue

Existence beyond Earth is one of the most significant unanswered scientific concerns. Moreover, where does it conceal itself? At this time, Cornell University scientists believe they have significantly advanced in their quest for extraterrestrial life. They assert in a new study that planets that may be home to extraterrestrial life may emit a distinct purple hue.

LIFE STYLE NEWS

More women psychopaths, lists 7 signs

Not to mention violent criminals, on-screen psychopaths such as Tom Ripley and Patrick Bateman are typically male. This may bolster the notion that the overwhelming majority of psychopaths are male, but an academic now argues that this perception may be erroneous. Dr. Clive Boddy, an expert at Anglia Ruskin University, asserts that female psychopaths are "more prevalent than we realise" due to the fact that studies have long been unable to identify them.

Singles as happy or happier than married couples

According to scientific research, there is no discernible difference in happiness or health between married and single individuals. Researchers compared the mental and physical health of individuals who were married and those who had never exchanged vows. The University of California researchers stated that there was "little evidence" that marriage improved long-term wellbeing.

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Men surpass women in directions; surprising study findings

Coastal living faces accelerated aging due to climate change

Coastal living faces accelerated aging due to climate change

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Spurs-Arsenal edge, derby mentality trumps form

In the week following their elimination from the Champions League and loss to Aston Villa, Arsenal faced speculation that their season might come undone. Since then, they have triumphed at Wolves and dominated Chelsea, but on Sunday, they will be put to the measure of their credentials against their bitter rivals Tottenham. 

A stretch? Louvre to provide yoga during Paris Olympics

Before the Olympics, the Louvre museum in Paris intends to host yoga and sports sessions in its renowned galleries as part of a citywide cultural initiative. The largest museum in the world will provide opportunities for visitors to engage in yoga, dance, and exercise sessions led by instructors and coaches, all the while admiring its internationally acclaimed paintings and sculptures.

Chelsea’s team appears to be all filler and no killer

Wait. Does this constitute a twist? Consider this a surge, a wound, or a volte-face. Or is it simply the way it feels to play against Chelsea, whose opponents at times appeared to be engaging in a non-sporting protest activity consisting of prolonged standing around eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the game?

Andrea Stella says McLaren can ‘reach Red Bull’ in 12 months

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella is optimistic that his squad could surpass Red Bull within a year following an unexpectedly impressive performance at the Chinese Grand Prix, where Lando Norris of the United Kingdom finished second. Max Verstappen won the race with yet another dominant performance from the starting line to the finish line; he will almost certainly not be surpassed on his path to a fourth consecutive championship. After five meetings, he is 25 points ahead of his Red Bull teammate Sergio Pérez and has won four of those five grands prix.

Travel News

Airline delays due to Liverpool airport power outage

A passenger stated they were stranded on the tarmac for nearly three hours while Liverpool John Lennon Airport attempted to resolve a power disruption. Another passenger reported that a "full Ryanair flight" had been delayed at Dublin Airport since 1.30 pm1.30 pm. A power failure at Liverpool John Lennon Airport halted all aircraft, resulting in potential delays, as passengers were advised.

How troubled is Boeing?

Piloting a Boeing 737 Max is described by Captain Dennis Tajer as "observing a troubled child." The pilots union for American Airlines, the Allied Pilots Association, is led by its president, who asserts that he would never board an unsafe aircraft. However, he declares that he must recognize the calibre of the aircraft he is operating.

At least 50 hurt in Sydney-Auckland flight ‘incident’

An "incident" was reported to emergency services at approximately 3:38 p.m. local time. Twelve passengers were transported to the hospital, while dozens were evaluated and treated. A Sydney-to-Auckingham flight encountered a "technical" issue in the air, resulting in at least fifty injuries. A violent movement was caused by "a technical event that occurred during the flight," according to a statement from LATAM Airlines.

Indonesian airline Batik Air being investigated for pilot sleepiness

Indonesia is investigating the actions of the domestic airline Batik Air after discovering that both pilots dozed off during the flight for 28 minutes. On January 25, two men provisionally suspended from Sulawesi to the capital Jakarta dozed off during a flight. Reportedly, one of them was exhausted from assisting in caring for his newborn twins.

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Legitimately Blonde survey – happily camp patch up is in the pink

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Study reveals denying existence of structural racism is linked to anti-black prejudice

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HEALTH NEWS

‘Ozempic babies’ risk birth defects from weight-loss jabs

Doctors have cautioned that weight reduction injections used by women striving to conceive may result in congenital abnormalities. A number of women who were prescribed medications containing semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic, reported becoming pregnant unexpectedly.

Experts reveal cannabis effects: libido boost to auditory illusions

The distinct odor of cannabis will soon permeate student housing and recreational areas throughout the nation as 4/20 approaches once more. Despite remaining unlawful in the United Kingdom, an estimated 3.1 million individuals regularly smoke, consume, or vape the substance. Understanding the scientific effects of cannabis on the mind, however, can be difficult, particularly if you have recently inhaled some.

Warning issued due to increased urgent womb cancer checks

Emerging cancer tests for women have increased dramatically in response to the dangerous high-dose prescribing and increased use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), according to a report by the foremost menopause specialists in the United Kingdom. Although the medications prescribed to mitigate some of the most severe menopausal symptoms are effective and safe for the vast majority of women, they may induce irregular bleeding, among other adverse effects.

Self-referral for bowel disease scans reduces long wait times

Soon, individuals who have a suspicion of having bowel illness would have the ability to self-refer for a scan, sparing them months of agonizing symptoms while waiting. Patients who are suspected of having inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, are currently required to visit their primary care physician before being referred to a hospital for a diagnosis.

High concentrations of H5N1 bird flu detected in milk

Health officials have reported the detection of "extremely high concentrations" of avian influenza in milk. Friday, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reported the discovery of avian influenza, also referred to as H5N1, in raw milk, defined as milk that has not undergone conventional pasteurization procedures to eliminate pathogens. Officials stated that major retailers' standard product, pasteurized milk, remains safe.

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

An animated adaptation of the critically acclaimed first novel by the host of Pointless, which follows a group of retirement home friends who solve cold cases for amusement but become entangled in a real murder, is currently in production. Richard Osman has disclosed information regarding three of the four principal characters that will be featured in the upcoming film adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club.
Last summer, according to Lloyds, Coldplay, Beyonce, and Harry Styles fans were also the target of fraud. As a result of analysing reports of customers who have been duped since the sale of tickets in 2023, the bank has issued a warning to enthusiasts. According to an estimate by a significant bank, Taylor Swift supporters in the United Kingdom may have already lost over £1 million to con artists posing as concert ticket vendors for her Eras tour.
Hannah Gutierrez was the armorer in command of weapons during the 2021 Rust filming when cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot by a revolver discharged by Alec Baldwin during a rehearsal. The weapons supervisor is responsible for the fatal gunshot of the film's cinematographer on set of Rust has been incarcerated for 18 months.

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Panama’s wild beauty: “I feel dozens of hummingbirds’ wing-draught

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UK banking system ‘secure’ after Credit Suisse rescue

After regulators approved a Credit Suisse rescue plan to calm bank anxiety, the UK's central bank deemed banks "safe". After regulators worked overnight, UBS bought...

Grammy-winning artist Anita Pointer passes away at age 74.

Anita Pointer, a member of the Grammy-winning Pointer Sisters, has passed away at the age of 74, according to her publicist. She passed away in...

OPINION NEWS

Johnny Depp Wins Defamation Case Against Amber Heard

The Jury has returned their unanimous verdict that Johnny Depp has won his defamation case against Amber Heard as she was requested to pay the entertainer $15m in damages.

Gene-edited tomatoes: British scientists create tomato with ‘souped-up’ vitamin D

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Coronavirus: ‘Rather than indications of work, I awakened winded, sweat-soaked and hot’ – nurture shares story of her lockdown child

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Ruler Philip: ‘A limit with regards to unrestrained thoughtfulness yet narrow minded of faff’ – my recollections of the duke

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Richard Teatum of Doncaster buys more Joules stock.

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How Olivia Newton-last John’s dress from Grease became a global phenomenon.

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5 questions to ask before Botox or fillers, as ministers warn of risks.

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The greatest beach dresses and accessories for summer are airy and breezy.

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Spurs-Arsenal edge, derby mentality trumps form

In the week following their elimination from the Champions League and loss to Aston Villa, Arsenal faced speculation that their season might come undone. Since then, they have triumphed at Wolves and dominated Chelsea, but on Sunday, they will be put to the measure of their credentials against their bitter rivals Tottenham. 

US college protests: Hundreds arrested in Gaza solidarity rallies

As demonstrations against the Israeli-Palestinian conflict escalate on college campuses, law enforcement has apprehended hundreds of additional demonstrators all over the United States.  Boston police reported 108 arrests at Emerson College.  A total of 93 individuals were apprehended earlier today at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles on suspicion of trespassing.

UK weather: Why is it chilly now and when will it warm up?

Parts of the United Kingdom are expected to experience temperatures that fall to or below zero tonight and possibly again tomorrow. A portion of England experienced temperatures approaching 22 degrees Celsius earlier this month, which could have led some to believe that spring had arrived. However, as May approaches, temperatures have fallen precipitously, compelling some to reapply their winter coats and others to reactivate the heating system.

Premier League announces £40m Guinness partnership

Twenty premier clubs have been informed of a proposed four-year agreement with FTSE-100 beverages behemoth Diageo that would cost more than £41 million.  The Premier League of English football is celebrating a £40 million sponsorship agreement with Guinness, which the Diageo-owned brand secured after Heineken withdrew its competition.

What follows pro-China Maldives leader, massive win?

The decisive victory of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's party in Sunday's parliamentary elections was not anticipated by many. This individual's victory in the presidential election the year prior was due to an accident.  During that period, the 45-year-old mayor of the capital Male abruptly registered as a proxy candidate for the presidency, after the opposition leader, former President Abdulla Yameen, was disqualified from running by the Supreme Court on account of a bribery conviction.

Lloyds’ profits plummet after a record-breaking year

According to the largest mortgage lender in Britain, pre-tax earnings decreased by 28% in the first quarter of 2024. Nevertheless, it maintained that the decline was consistent with anticipated outcomes. Profits at Lloyds Banking Group have decreased since the company posted record-breaking results the previous year.

Russia arrests corruption-linked deputy defence minister

Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov was apprehended by Russia on charges of organized corruption, constituting the most prominent case since the commencement of Russia's full-scale military campaign against Ukraine.  Russia's Investigative Committee issued a brief statement on Wednesday, attributing the arrest to a statute that prohibits accepting gratuities "on a particularly large scale" and stating that the incident occurred overnight.

Free childcare may decrease standards, report says

Despite projections that 85,000 additional childcare places will be required by September 2025, the National Audit Office has expressed "uncertainties" regarding the sector's ability to expand and provide sufficient places due to a dearth of qualified personnel and suitable space. A report has identified a potential "compromisal of quality" in the government's free daycare initiative, while activists urge immediate action to fulfill the "virtually impossible" commitment the program made to working parents.

Columbia extends Gaza protest deadline by 48 hours

Columbia University has granted two extensions to the deadline for students to vacate their campus encampments in opposition to Israel's war on Gaza. The university justifies this action by stating that negotiations with the protesters have made progress, which is intended to defuse the tense impasse that has spread throughout universities in the United States.  "We are making significant progress with student encampment representatives on the West lawn," Columbia said in a statement issued shortly after 3 a.m. (07:00 GMT) on Wednesday.

Seven teens arrested, deemed ‘unacceptable risk’ after Sydney stabbing

After "a number of associates were identified" in the wake of the alleged terrorist attack at the Assyrian Christ the Good Shepherd Church, counterterrorism police initiated an investigation. In the aftermath of the stabbing of a bishop in a Sydney church, seven adolescents who posed an "unacceptable risk and threat" to the community were apprehended by Australian police.

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Spurs-Arsenal edge, derby mentality trumps form

In the week following their elimination from the Champions League and loss to Aston Villa, Arsenal faced speculation that their season might come undone. Since then, they have triumphed at Wolves and dominated Chelsea, but on Sunday, they will be put to the measure of their credentials against their bitter rivals Tottenham. 

US college protests: Hundreds arrested in Gaza solidarity rallies

As demonstrations against the Israeli-Palestinian conflict escalate on college campuses, law enforcement has apprehended hundreds of additional demonstrators all over the United States.  Boston police reported 108 arrests at Emerson College.  A total of 93 individuals were apprehended earlier today at the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles on suspicion of trespassing.

UK weather: Why is it chilly now and when will it warm up?

Parts of the United Kingdom are expected to experience temperatures that fall to or below zero tonight and possibly again tomorrow. A portion of England experienced temperatures approaching 22 degrees Celsius earlier this month, which could have led some to believe that spring had arrived. However, as May approaches, temperatures have fallen precipitously, compelling some to reapply their winter coats and others to reactivate the heating system.

Premier League announces £40m Guinness partnership

Twenty premier clubs have been informed of a proposed four-year agreement with FTSE-100 beverages behemoth Diageo that would cost more than £41 million.  The Premier League of English football is celebrating a £40 million sponsorship agreement with Guinness, which the Diageo-owned brand secured after Heineken withdrew its competition.