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TikTok Ban Explained: What's The Fate Of Popular Video Sharing App? TikTok Ban Explained: What's The Fate Of Popular Video Sharing App?
TikTok Ban Explained: What's The Fate Of Popular Video Sharing App? Another sell-or-be-banned TikTok legislation is working its way up to the Senate. The House passed the sell-or-be-banned bill for the app (360-58) on Saturday, April 20 as part of a larger foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, giving Chinese TikTok owner ByteDance up to a year to sell the app. Otherwise, TikTok will be subject to a nationwide ban. According to Politico, the bill is expected to pass the Senate as it's considered "priority legislation" for Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. A previous, standalone bill was passed by the House in March over national security co…
No Hot Women On SNL? NJ's Chloe Troast Claps Back No Hot Women On SNL? NJ's Chloe Troast Claps Back
No Hot Women On SNL? NJ's Chloe Troast Claps Back Chloe Troast, a Ho-Ho-Kus native and "Saturday Night Live's" newest castmember is going viral on TikTok in a spat over whether the show has "hot" women. TikTok user "Jahelis" went viral when she said, "Am I the only one who has ever noticed that SNL has never liked a hot woman?'" @jahelis Hoepfulky at least one person out there understands what I’m trying to say #kristinwiig #palmroyale #appletvseries #snl #snlwomen #mayarudolph #jimmyfallon ♬ original sound - Jahelis Commenters on TikTok were quick to criticize her with many naming "SNL" cast members they found attractive or cri…
Burn-Away Cakes Are Super Hot Right Now: Here's Where To Get One In North Jersey Burn-Away Cakes Are Super Hot Right Now: Here's Where To Get One In North Jersey
Burn-Away Cakes Are Super Hot Right Now: Here's Where To Get One In North Jersey Burn-away cakes could be the hottest cakes on the market — literally. While the technique isn't a new one, burn-away cakes started going viral on TikTok in early 2024, Eater reports. Justin Ellen, a 21-year-old Passaic baker who you may recognize from Netflix, was inspired to make his "Mean Girls" themed burn-away cake after seeing Denise Steward's New Year's cake go viral. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Everything Just Baked ! (@everythingjustbaked) "It seems intimidating, but it isn't," Ellen said. "It's super, super simple."…
NJ's Livvy Dunne Gets Times Square Billboard NJ's Livvy Dunne Gets Times Square Billboard
NJ's Livvy Dunne Gets Times Square Billboard Livvy Dunne can add "Times Square billboard" to her list of accomplishments. The Bergen County native and college gymnast is the new brand ambassador for Nautica, an apparel brand.  The campaign kicked off with a billboard of Dunne, who was raised in Hillsdale, which the gymnast unveiled on her Instagram on Sunday, Feb. 25. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Olivia Dunne (@livvydunne) As a brand ambassador, Dunne will be wearing apparel from the company's spring line. @nautica Off duty style never looked so good @Olivia…
Watch Livvy Dunne's High-Scoring Floor Routine In LSU Tigers' Weekend Win Watch Livvy Dunne's High-Scoring Floor Routine In LSU Tigers' Weekend Win
Watch Livvy Dunne's High-Scoring Floor Routine In LSU Tigers' Weekend Win The LSU Tigers continue to reign supreme in the world of college gymnastics, with an assist from Livvy Dunne, a Bergen County native. LSU — ranked No. 3 in the country — defeated #19 Georgia by a score of 197.625 to 196.300 on Friday, Feb. 9 at Stegman Coliseum in Athens, GA. Dunne, a Hillsdale native, shined in her floor routine, getting a score of 9.8. Watch as Olivia Dunne started the night off strong for the LSU Tigers scoring a 9.80 in the leadoff spot as the No. 3 LSU took down No. 19 Georgia on the road. ESPN Last fall, the gymnast, who grew up in Hillsdale was on the cover…
New Jersey GF OF Baltimore Raven's Tight End Looks Ahead New Jersey GF OF Baltimore Raven's Tight End Looks Ahead
New Jersey GF OF Baltimore Raven's Tight End Looks Ahead The fun has only just begun for Elena Yates and Mark Andrews. The social media ambassador whose LinkedIn shows she hails from Moorestown, NJ has her first season of being an NFL girlfriend in the books, as the Baltimore Raven's lost their spot in Super Bowl LVIII to the KC Chiefs 17-10 last weekend. Still, the 21-year-old College of Charleston senior there are more good times ahead. "Loved watching you do what you do best," she captioned an Instagram album this week. "Can’t wait to be back & better than ever!! Until next season." In a TikTok video, the Tri-Delt said the two began dati…
'She's All I Have': $6K Reward Offered For Morristown Dog Spooked By Fireworks Now Missing 'She's All I Have': $6K Reward Offered For Morristown Dog Spooked By Fireworks Now Missing
'She's All I Have': $6K Reward Offered For Morristown Dog Spooked By Fireworks Now Missing It's been more than three weeks since Meep, a Boston terrier with health issues, went missing in Morris County and her owner is desperate to get her back. Summer Sheldrick said on Facebook Meep was let out to use the bathroom at 12:15 a.m. on New Year's Day on Budd Street in Morristown, but she got spooked by fireworks, got loose and ran off.  Sheldrick said by the time she realized Meep was loose, she was already far gone. Now Sheldrick is offering a $6,000 reward for the safe return of Meep. Meep was last seen on Dorothy Drive in Morristown, Sheldrick said.  "We continued to se…
'AGT' Runner Up From Bergen County Returns For 2nd Shot 'AGT' Runner Up From Bergen County Returns For 2nd Shot
'AGT' Runner Up From Bergen County Returns For 2nd Shot Get ready to be wowed once again by Anna DeGuzman, a Bergen County magician. The master of cardistry, and a native of Bergenfield, who finished second on "America's Got Talent", will be appearing on "America's Got Talent: Fantasy League" on Monday, Jan. 22. on NBC.  On "Fantasy League", judges choose a roster of their favorite acts and mentor them as they compete against other contestants. The winning act receives $250,000.  Last summer, DeGuzman dazzled viewers and judges with her array of impressive card tricks and devil-may-care attitude. Judges related to how nervous she got…
'We Lost Our Internet Grandma:' Whimsical Fort Lee TikTok Star Lynja Yamada Davis Dies At 67 'We Lost Our Internet Grandma:' Whimsical Fort Lee TikTok Star Lynja Yamada Davis Dies At 67
'We Lost Our Internet Grandma:' Whimsical Fort Lee TikTok Star Lynja Yamada Davis Dies At 67 Lynn "Lynja" Yamada Davis, 67-year-old TikToker and New Jersey resident who thrilled millions with her cooking and humor, has died. Davis, of Holmdel, died of esophageal cancer at Riverview Medical Center on Jan. 1, the New York Times reports. Her death was announced by her children on Instagram on Friday, Jan. 12. "Our mom, Lynn Yamada Davis (aka Lynja, the goat, the best to ever do it, small in stature but massive in might, Marge Simpson, Snow White, the bus driver, the queen that was never not slaying, Fort Lee’s finest, the grilling grandma, the internet’s grandma, mini lynnie, little …
Meet NJ 'Slipper Slap Master' Who Choreographed TikTok's Latest Viral Dance Meet NJ 'Slipper Slap Master' Who Choreographed TikTok's Latest Viral Dance
Meet NJ 'Slipper Slap Master' Who Choreographed TikTok's Latest Viral Dance We're one week into 2024 and Joseph Lepinski, a Middlesex County resident, has already launched the year's newest TikTok dance craze. Lepinski, a.k.a. JerseyyJoe has been going viral on TikTok with his new dance, the Cha Cha. Lepinski, the master of the Slipper Slap, has racked up more than 26 million videos of his new dance.  Lepinski produces his dance videos  while studying physical education at Montclair State University and launching his own clothing brand. @jerseyyjoe DO THE CHA CHA 😂🔥🔥 ( DC: ME ) #jerseyyjoe #jersey #trend #viral #fyp ♬ original sound - On The Rad…
Cousins' Christmas Surprise For NJ Grandparents Goes Viral With 5.7M Views On TikTok Cousins' Christmas Surprise For NJ Grandparents Goes Viral With 5.7M Views On TikTok
Cousins' Christmas Surprise For NJ Grandparents Goes Viral With 5.7M Views On TikTok A TikTok video of a group of New Jersey cousins showing up to their grandparents one by one in a pre-Christmas surprise is going viral. The grandparents were identified by CBS News as Tony and Pat Sindoni, of Berlin. "Come with me and my ten adult cousins to surprise our grandparents by showing up one by one," Emily Sindoni captioned her 1-minute and 31-second clip. The video had 5.7M views as of Christmas morning. "Our favorite people in the world!" Tony says as he opens the door for Emily, the first to arrive. Then, more come in. And each time, Emily's video flashes text over…
TV Star From Jersey City Who 'Never Smoked Cigarette' Announces Lung Cancer Diagnosis TV Star From Jersey City Who 'Never Smoked Cigarette' Announces Lung Cancer Diagnosis
TV Star From Jersey City Who 'Never Smoked Cigarette' Announces Lung Cancer Diagnosis Let's get one thing straight: It's not a TikTok, it's a sick tok. Kate Micucci, a 43-year-old painter and actress best known for her role as Lucy on the "Big Bang Theory;" took to the video-sharing app from the hospital to announce — she had lung cancer — but she got it removed. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bothering The Band (@botheringtheband) "They caught it really early," said Micucci, who grew up in Jersey City and Nazareth, PA.  "It’s pretty weird because I’ve never smoked a cigarette in my life. It was a…
‘We’re From Jersey:’ Jonas Brothers Hop On Viral TikTok Trend Ahead Of MetLife Show (VIDEO) ‘We’re From Jersey:’ Jonas Brothers Hop On Viral TikTok Trend Ahead Of MetLife Show (VIDEO)
‘We’re From Jersey:’ Jonas Brothers Hop On Viral TikTok Trend Ahead Of MetLife Show (Video) The Jonas Brothers are from New Jersey — and they’re making sure the TikTok world knows it. The trio, returning to their home state for a MetLife Stadium show ahead of the NHL Devils and Flyers game on Saturday, Feb. 17, posted the home state homage revealing their performance plans to TikTok on Wednesday morning, Dec. 13. “We’re from Jersey — of course we don’t pump our own gas,” begins Kevin. “We’re from New Jersey — of course we’ve spent summer vacations at the Jersey Shore,” Joe continues. “We’re from Jersey — of course we call it Taylor ham,” says Nick before one of his brothers corr…
Livvy Dunne Seals Spot In 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue Livvy Dunne Seals Spot In 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue
Livvy Dunne Seals Spot In 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue Livvy Dunne is back in her swimsuit. The popular college gymnast, who grew up in Hillsdale and is now attending Louisiana State University, is once again featured in Sports Illustrated's annual Swimsuit Issue, which hits newsstands next year. Dunne was featured in the 2023 edition, photographed in Puerto Rico. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit (@si_swimsuit) Dunne, who has made millions off her TikTok videos and has four million followers on Instagram, was photographed in Portugal for the 2024 edition. …
NJ Curve Model Dies After Suffering Stroke, Loved Ones Say NJ Curve Model Dies After Suffering Stroke, Loved Ones Say
NJ Curve Model Dies After Suffering Stroke, Loved Ones Say Vibrant. Joyful. Influential. This is how Angelina Cranmer is being remembered. The 43-year-old New Jersey native and curve model died on Wednesday, Nov. 15, nearly six weeks after her family says she suffered a stroke and subsequent brain hemorrhage, her loved ones say. Cranmer, who was born in Atlantic City and lived in Little Egg Harbor, was found unresponsive in bed at her home in Florida, just after kissing her two daughters goodnight on Oct. 8, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched for her family. @misshourglass2.0 #fullscreenqueen #fyp #viral #curvy #scrollstopper #thick…
North Jersey Teen TikToker Wows Off-Broadway North Jersey Teen TikToker Wows Off-Broadway
North Jersey Teen TikToker Wows Off-Broadway Performing at a well known cabaret venue in Manhattan without a soundcheck would be nerve-wracking.  For 16-year-old Echo Picone, of Warren County, it was just another night on stage. The teen recently performed at 54 Below, as part of their "54 Sings Olivia Rodrigo" night.  Echo, a die-hard Livvy, sang "Favorite Crime," as part of a musical revue with well known Broadway performers and actors. The Warren Hills High School junior had to miss soundcheck for a very good reason — she was at school. "I was super excited," Echo, who lives in Washington and has been performing since she was fi…
'What A Threesome:' Gordon Ramsay Tangles With NJ TikTok Influencers On 'Kitchen Nightmares' 'What A Threesome:' Gordon Ramsay Tangles With NJ TikTok Influencers On 'Kitchen Nightmares'
'What A Threesome:' Gordon Ramsay Tangles With NJ TikTok Influencers On 'Kitchen Nightmares' First, he battled with the Culinary Gangster.  On the Monday, Oct. 16 episode of "Kitchen Nightmares," Gordon Ramsay had to deal with the Gigante brothers and rescue their North Jersey restaurant at the same time. "Three brothers, (expletive) me," Ramsay said on Monday's episode. "What a threesome." Ramsay helped give Da Mimmo, an Italian restaurant in Dumont, a makeover — both aesthetic and culinary, while also whipping the Gigante brothers, known for their antics on TikTok, into shape. The pizzeria is the creation of mom Melissa and sons Vincent, Antonio and Vito Gigante, who opened th…
Rutgers Cheerleader Says She Relocated From FL To VA For Work Then Was Told I Hadn't Been Hired Rutgers Cheerleader Says She Relocated From FL To VA For Work Then Was Told I Hadn't Been Hired
Rutgers Cheerleader Says She Relocated From FL To VA For Work Then Was Told I Hadn't Been Hired A former Rutgers University cheerleader says in a now-viral TikTok video that she uprooted her life to take a job as a cheerleading coach in Virginia and after working for a week, was told she had never been hired. Camryn Spina, whose LinkedIn shows she graduated from Rutgers last year with her master's in global sports business, took to TikTok to share her story. 2021 AWARDS 🛡⚔️📣 Loyal Knight Award Camryn Spina, Knights Cheer - Awarded to one athlete from the entire Spirit Program... Posted by Rutgers University Cheerleading Program on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Spina said in the Get Rea…
OFF THE MARKET: NJ TikTokers On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Not Moving... For Now OFF THE MARKET: NJ TikTokers On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Not Moving... For Now
OFF THE Market: NJ TikTokers On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Not Moving... For Now For nine days, the space that occupies DaMimmo, an Italian restaurant in Dumont, was listed for sale. On Thursday, Oct. 12 the listing was removed. Listing agent Jerry Gustoso of Liberty Realty in Hoboken said that the owners — three brothers and TikTokers — are exploring the idea of relocating from the space at 132 Veterans Plaza in Dumont. The listing, however, was never supposed to have been made active. "It was an accident," Gustoso told Daily Voice. The link that previously displayed the listing read only "Property Not Found" as of 7 p.m. DaMimmo is the creation of Vincent, Anto…
North Jersey Pizzeria Owned By TikTok Stars Getting Gordon Ramsey Makeover North Jersey Pizzeria Owned By TikTok Stars Getting Gordon Ramsey Makeover
North Jersey Pizzeria Owned By TikTok Stars Getting Gordon Ramsey Makeover A Bergen County pizzeria is the next North Jersey restaurant to get a visit from fiery celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. Da Mimmo, in Dumont, will be featured on the Monday, Oct. 16 episode of "Kitchen Nightmares." Ramsay was spotted filming at the pizzeria in June. We decided to not make you wait any longer! Earlier this year we were blessed to be a part of the revamp of @... Posted by Da Mimmo on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 The pizzeria is the creation of Vincent, Antonio and Vito Gigante, brothers and TikTok influencers, who opened the place last November in honor of their great uncle,…
Jersey Shore TikToker Alix Earle Rubs Elbows With Celebs At Paris Fashion Week Jersey Shore TikToker Alix Earle Rubs Elbows With Celebs At Paris Fashion Week
Jersey Shore TikToker Alix Earle Rubs Elbows With Celebs At Paris Fashion Week Alix Earle has made it to the big leagues. The Monmouth County native who graduated high school from Red Bank Catholic was among some of the biggest names in the world attending Paris Fashion Week. We're talking Paris and Nicky Hilton, Sydney Sweeney, Emma Chamberlin, Kendall Jenner, Kris Kardashian, Laverne Cox, Robert Downey Jr., and more. Earle attended the Miu Miu show wearing nothing other than Miu Miu. She posted a TikTok on Tuesday, Oct. 3 explaining why she definitely was not limping. @alixearle Anything for the cute shoes ♬ original sound - alix earle The video had 5.…
North Jersey Magician Finishes Second On 'America's Got Talent' North Jersey Magician Finishes Second On 'America's Got Talent'
North Jersey Magician Finishes Second On 'America's Got Talent' Anna DeGuzman and her array of card tricks came oh so close to winning "America's Got Talent." The 25-year-old Bergen County native finished in second place on "America's Got Talent" after dazzling viewers and judges with her array of impressive card tricks and devil-may-care attitude.  Judges praised her cardistry while also relating to how nervous she got when it was time for her big reveals. Tricks included her flashy shuffling and card balancing and being able to somehow make it so audience member and judge had the same card in an envelope. When her tricks worked, she jumped up and dow…
North Jersey Magician Wows At 'America's Got Talent' Finale North Jersey Magician Wows At 'America's Got Talent' Finale
North Jersey Magician Wows At 'America's Got Talent' Finale When it comes to card tricks, Anna DeGuzman cannot be topped. The 25-year-old Bergen County native appeared again on the "America's Got Talent" finals on Tuesday, Sept. 26, saving her biggest card trick for last. On Tuesday's episode, DeGuzman decided to involve everyone with her card trick: the judges, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara, the host, Terry Crews and even the audience. DeGuzman, a Bergenfield native, gave each audience member and the judges envelopes with cards. She tasked them with taking one card and putting it in an envelope while Crews shuffled a dec…
Two North Jersey Restaurants Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Two North Jersey Restaurants Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares'
Two North Jersey Restaurants Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares' There's apparently something rotten in the kitchens in Northern New Jersey. Two North Jersey restaurants, Bask46 in Woodland Park and Da Mimmo in Dumont are being featured on the new season of "Kitchen Nightmares", which premiered on Monday, Sept. 25. The series, hosted by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, is returning after a 10-year absence and filmed the new season entirely in New York and New Jersey. Bask46, which airs on Monday, Oct. 2, will feature a chef who calls him "the culinary gangster", showrunner David DeAngelis told Variety. Bask46 closed for a week in May to allow for filming, …
North Jersey Magician Advances To 'America's Got Talent' Finals North Jersey Magician Advances To 'America's Got Talent' Finals
North Jersey Magician Advances To 'America's Got Talent' Finals Anna DeGuzman is continuing to wow America with her magic skills. The 25-year-old Bergen County native appeared again on "America's Got Talent" on Tuesday, Sept. 12, and on Wednesday, Sept. 13, found out she had made it to the finals. On Tuesday's episode, DeGuzman, a Bergenfield native, did card tricks for the judges, Simon Cowell, Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel. Despite Cowell and Vergara trying to throw her off, DeGuzman was able to find their cards and had Klum pull her card out of her mouth. "I call that card the queen of Covid!" Mandel exclaimed. For Mandel, she had him…
Meet Carrie Berk, Social Media Influencer, In North Jersey Meet Carrie Berk, Social Media Influencer, In North Jersey
Meet Carrie Berk, Social Media Influencer, In North Jersey Carrie Berk is here to give Bergen County teens the best advice when it comes to relationships. The 20-year-old TikTok star will be signing copies of her new book "My Real-Life Rom-Com: How to Build Confidence and Write Your Own Relationship Rules" on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 6 p.m. In the book, Berk offers dating advice for teens and helps them learn how to deal with coming-of-age love and heartbreak, according to a synopsis. Berk gives you the inside scoop on dating apps, meeting someone post-covid, and when you're ready for sex, using her past dating adventures  as a guide, according …
Passengers Trapped For 7 Hours On Hot Plane At Newark Airport: 'Treated Like Animals' (VIDEO) Passengers Trapped For 7 Hours On Hot Plane At Newark Airport: 'Treated Like Animals' (VIDEO)
Passengers Trapped For 7 Hours On Hot Plane At Newark Airport: 'Treated Like Animals' (Video) Bianca Dragone experienced every passenger's worst nightmare. En route to Rome from Newark Airport last month, the a 31-year-old Rahway resident and her fellow passengers spent seven hours on a United Airlines flight without air conditioning. On the runway. When they got on their flight on Monday, July 3, which was scheduled to depart at 5:30 p.m., Dragone noticed the plane was extremely hot. The pilot and flight attendant said they were getting a mechanic to fix it.  What was supposed to take 20 minutes ended up taking hours. Dragone said passengers were constantly told they were about …
Sea Isle City Man Charged In Assault On Fox29 Anchor Bob Kelly: Reports Sea Isle City Man Charged In Assault On Fox29 Anchor Bob Kelly: Reports
Sea Isle City Man Charged In Assault On Fox29 Anchor Bob Kelly: Reports A 21-year-old Sea Isle City man has been charged with aggravated assault in connection with punching Fox29's Bob Kelly in the eye on Sunday, July 30, according to court records and various news reports. Patrick Iannone was released on a summons that calls it an attempt "to cause significant bodily injury.".  CrossingBroad.com and the Sea Isle News reported on the assault charge, citing a news release on Thursday, Aug. 3, along with court documents. Sea Isle City police did not return a call for more details. Court records obtained by Daily Voice show that Iannone was charged with aggravat…
Fox29 Anchor Punched By Man Pouring Beer On Him At Jersey Shore Bar In TikTok Challenge: Report Fox29 Anchor Punched By Man Pouring Beer On Him At Jersey Shore Bar In TikTok Challenge: Report
Fox29 Anchor Punched By Man Pouring Beer On Him At Jersey Shore Bar In TikTok Challenge: Report Fox29's Bob Kelly wore a black eye to work on Tuesday, Aug. 1, he says due to a TikTok challenge gone wrong at the Jersey Shore. The Emmy Award-winning traffic anchor was emceeing an event at Oar House Pub on Sunday, July 30, when someone poured beer on his shoulder and head, and filmed it as apart of a TikTok Challenge, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. THANK YOU ALL for the messages, texts, phone calls and concerns. LIVE from Margate this morning! pic.twitter.com/aAIXrDw08l — Bob Kelly (@BobKellyFOX29) August 1, 2023 Kelly, who has appeared on "Good Day Philadelphia" since 2014…
Viral Smash Burger Tacos Have Customers Flocking To This Family's LBI Cafe Viral Smash Burger Tacos Have Customers Flocking To This Family's LBI Cafe
Viral Smash Burger Tacos Have Customers Flocking To This Family's LBI Cafe "It's like a Big Mac on a taco." That's how Kristin Mailhiot describes the menu item that's been driving traffic to her LBI cafe — both online and IRL. Mailhiot opened Jersey Girl Grill on Long Beach Boulevard 16 summers ago with her husband, Shawn. They now have help running the place from their college-age kids. Mailhiot, who grew up in Philadelphia and Jenkintown, PA, launched the smash burger taco this summer after seeing a chef's fancier take on it on social media last winter.  Once she nailed her own recipe, Mailhiot posted a photo of the finished product to Instagram, and things t…
Livvy Dunne Visits Paramus Gymnastics School Livvy Dunne Visits Paramus Gymnastics School
Livvy Dunne Visits Paramus Gymnastics School It was a homecoming for Livvy Dunne. The champion college gymnast and Hillsdale native recently visited ENA Gymnastics in Paramus, the gymnastics school that she attended growing up. Craig Zappa, the coach at Ena Gymnastics, said Dunne always stops by when she's in town. Dunne now attends Louisiana State University and was recently featured in Sports Illustrated's annual swimsuit issue.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit (@si_swimsuit) She has made millions off her TikTok videos and has four million f…