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08th October 2009
Cyprus benefits from having two busy International Airports at Larnaca and Paphos, which is surprising for such a small island. Paphos International Airport is a only 20 minutes drive from the town centre, making the transfer journey for passengers on che... Read >
Author: Kate Smith05th October 2009
Ever notice how comfortable you feel with certain people? You can say and do what you want, and communication flows smoothly.
Then, there are those OTHER people. The ones whose footsteps in the hallway make the hair on the back of your neck bristle as yo... Read >
Author: sudesh01st October 2009
Nature vs Nurture theories have wasted a lot of energy of human beings. Plato is considered first to realize that you are made of not only flesh but also an intellectual soul.
The issue may be much older…
In Greek Mythology, when gods created man... Read >
Author: wbdoyle01st October 2009
Ever notice how comfortable you feel with certain people? You can say and do what you want, and communication flows smoothly.
Then, there are those OTHER people. The ones whose footsteps in the hallway make the hair on the back of your neck bristle as yo... Read >
Author: rupender25th September 2009
Garnets some say have a strong connection to Greek mythology, with its reference to Pomegranate that symbolizes its structure and color. This stone’s name is derived from the Greek word “Lite” (which means stone) with all forms of garnet ending with... Read >
Author: Vince P. Platania22nd September 2009
I have just returned from two weeks in Paros and feel the need to share my news. My girlfriend and I were looking for somewhere different. We had never been to the Greek islands. A friend recommended them, so we decided to give this area a try.
Alaskan... Read >
Author: seo services17th September 2009
Amazing Amethyst Gemstone
Amethyst is an enchanting burgundy-colored gem which has been liked by royal families thr
oughout history, all of the way back to 3000 B.C. in Egypt.
Yet notwithstanding its royal history, it's
incredibly inexpensi... Read >
Author: Bob Ethan17th September 2009
Since the dawn of time, man has always been fascinated by beauty. It can be the cause of his greatest joy or of his biggest failure, as in the case of Adam and Eve during creation. Poets and singers have sang paeans about man’s fascination with beauty a... Read >
Author: wbdoyle17th September 2009
Much folklore about dragons was believed throughout time. In Egyptian mythology, the god of the underworld, Osiris, is sometimes represented by a dragon. In Greek mythology, dragons are always guarding something or eating someone. In European mythology, a... Read >
17th September 2009
Pandora charms are an outstanding addition to your Pandora jewellery piece. The very number of combinations that you can create, will ensure that no one else in this world can have the same piece of Pandora jewellery like you do.
Charms are considered as... Read >
Author: Mel C16th September 2009
Dionysus
The god of wine and the grapevine predates the Greeks with an origin covering Thrace, Asia Minor, Syria, and even as far as Egypt. Firstly an agricultural god, this “deity of Mt. Nysa” was an early supreme being whose wild and riotous wors... Read >
Author: Kenny Leones13th September 2009
Engagement rings are always indicating the beginning of a new relationship. It is kind of opening of a new threshold of life. Engagement was a ritual of a long time ago. In history it was seen as a ritual which indicates the sign of marriage before the ex... Read >
Author: mark fisher07th September 2009
Ti in the periodic table, has an atomic number of 22, and is quite known for its lightness, strength and corrosive-resistant properties. We're referring to Titanium, the metal that is white-silvery in color.
For industrial and other purposes titanium ... Read >
Author: Carroll Willis04th September 2009
Amethyst Mystical and healing powers There are people who have great belief in supernatural, myths, spirituality, and astrology and basically the acceptance that there is something then our own actions that control the happening of our lives. The fact tha... Read >
Author: arenecute30th August 2009
The history of Gemini Constellation is a unique one. The symbol of twins depicts a love bond between them as stated in Greek myth. A majority of the Greek constellations came from Babylonian astronomy. However, the legends surrounding the origin of the co... Read >
Author: Francis Murphy15th August 2009
Welcome to the blog by florist Singapore.Archaeologists have uncovered evidence that flowers had significance to people as far back as the Pleistocene epoch. A familial Neanderthal grave discovered in Iraq contained pollen that indicated that flowers had ... Read >
Author: Nick Estrada10th August 2009
Mother Nature has blessed us with many groups of foods that promote weight loss, and is it any wonder that fruits are one of them?
There is a huge variety of these fabulous juicy, tasty, healthy foods that our bodies benefit from so much, each one cra... Read >
Author: Moneypenny08th August 2009
Ares is commonly known in Greek mythology as the god of war, destruction, and reckless violence. Ares was also involved in multiple love affairs, however. Thinking of Ares, god of war, as a lover is a definite contradiction in terms, but Ares was involve... Read >
Author: submitterm05th August 2009
The cheque is in the mail. Michael Jackson was normal. I did not have sexual relations with that woman. Bill Clinton just flew all the way to Pyongyang and met with Kim Jong il to secure the release of a Korean journalist and a Taiwanese journalist. Like ... Read >
Author: Karen Fish26th July 2009
Artificial Intelligence or AI is something that has intrigued man ever since his prowess in computers grew. The concept of AI actually can be traced all the way back to Greek Mythology where one will find numerous mentions of Talos and Hephaestus the gold... Read >
Author: Ray Mason07th July 2009
Looking for a Perfect Property for Sale in Cyprus?
Beautiful Cyprus is located in the Mediterranean Sea, southwest of Turkey. Rich in culture, history and Greek mythology, Cyprus is an ideal location for retirement or a vacation home as well as a prima... Read >
Author: eddieb26th June 2009
Known as ‘The Rock’, Gibraltar is a little bit of Britain in the Mediterranean. The ownership of this tiny piece of land has long been a sensitive issue with the neighbouring Spanish. In Greek mythology, Gibraltar (Calpe) was one of the Pilars of Herc... Read >
Author: krizsean 11th June 2009
Cycladic sculptures are thousands of years old and yet look eerily modern. A face with no facial features, except the nose, is not exactly how we think of ancient Greek art. Cycladic art came to prominence during the twentieth century. Unfortunately that ... Read >
Author: Twomacs09th June 2009
As with most auto manufacturers of the twentieth century, Subaru cut its teeth on efforts directly related to wartime production. Though the company was begun in 1917 as The Aircraft Research Laboratory, it was reorganized in 1932 as the Nakajima Aircraft... Read >
Author: Ronnie Tanner06th June 2009
Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. This is the very powerful Red Planet ( because of the presence of iron oxide present on its surface).
Mars resembles the earth in many respects, particularly in its sidereal periods and seasonal cycles. Of all pl... Read >
Author: Govind Kumar03rd June 2009
Each has his or her own fantasies that give a feeling of joy, ecstasy and satisfaction, or being on cloud nine. These fantasies also fulfill our bodily desires which is clear to male strippers in Chicago so they do their best to realize our longings. The... Read >
Author: Andrew Beene01st June 2009
Once the town of Paphos, was rural and barren land but over recent years it has changed dramatically. The town is strongly connected to Greek mythology and its history, it was the capital of Cyprus under the Ptolemy’s (the successors of Alexander the Gr... Read >
Author: Kate Smith19th May 2009
The acai berry is a tiny berry that has quickly became popular over the last couple of years. One of the reasons for this surge in popularity is the fact that the acai berry is such a nutritional food. You see, this purple berry is rich in antioxidants, v... Read >
Author: Joshua McNiel11th May 2009
Mothers day is celebrated on different days across the globe. In India, like in the US, it is observed every year on the second Sunday of May and hence falls on May 10th in 2009.
History of Mothers day is obscure and stretches back to the ancient Greek... Read >
Author: Jasnav01st May 2009
If Gold is the sun, then Silver is the moon. Mystical, cool, sacred. Since ancient times, Silver has been closely associated with lunar influences. Indeed, for some civilizations, Silver had more value than Gold and even possessed religious Significance.... Read >
Author: clickthrough27th March 2009
An inexplicable halo of magic and the mystery that is emanating from an ordinary mirror even now impresses us, as it did our ancestors during the primeval times. Mirrors reflect everything in front of them, but refuse to le us ‘see’ their reflecting s... Read >
Author: johnpeter27th March 2009
An inexplicable halo of magic and the mystery that is emanating from an ordinary mirror even now impresses us, as it did our ancestors during the primeval times. Mirrors reflect everything in front of them, but refuse to le us ‘see’ their reflecting s... Read >
Author: johnpeter27th March 2009
An inexplicable halo of magic and the mystery that is emanating from an ordinary mirror even now impresses us, as it did our ancestors during the primeval times. Mirrors reflect everything in front of them, but refuse to le us ‘see’ their reflecting s... Read >
Author: johnpeter25th March 2009
Throughout history our society has had an obsession with the idea of vampires and the dark myths that surround them. Through movies, literature, television and even old folk legends vampires have captured a lot of attention within popular media. Whether t... Read >
Author: Gen Wright17th March 2009
Once you have bought your basic bracelet, you can start choosing from a vast range of Pandora charms to add to the bracelet. Since Pandora's foundation, the range of charms available has continuously grown to now incorporate over two hundred different cha... Read >
Author: Mel C17th March 2009
Pandora jewellery is a unique jewelry system. This one of a kind fashion style have its roots in a Greek mythology and come into fashion in 1996 in Denmark, but the line started back in 1982 when Per and Winnie Enevoldsen opened their jewelry shop in Cope... Read >
Author: Mel C10th March 2009
Nike was founded by coach Bill Bowerman and track athlete Philip Knight of the University of Oregon in January 1964. Initially Nike was known as Blue Ribbon Sports. In Greek mythology Nike means Goddess of Victory. When Nike started its operations, it act... Read >
Author: jeffjohnson10th March 2009
Europe-An amazing continent in the world is basically connected to Russia, but is considered as an autonomous continent by itself. It is not necessary to introduce Europe as it is a well-known destination and is the hottest and one of the desired destina... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson28th February 2009
Anyone who is interested in history, discovery and an alternative world, can find it in the richness of Paphos. This area provides centuries of history, culture, combined with newer levels of entertainment that you can enjoy. Whether you want to find an... Read >
Author: brookeh925th February 2009
Some researchers theorized that spiders were once a danger to the human line anywhere in evolutionary annals and that panic attacks resulting from phobias were a cover system that could save the life of personnel. Such theories, however, have no real foun... Read >
Author: Jacob Saxbury23rd February 2009
Amethyst can be categorized as a variety of quartz mineral found in surplus amounts on the surface of the Earth. It can be perceived in tints varying between light pinkish violet and deep grape purple and is predominantly used as an ornate stone for jewel... Read >
Author: Sharon Reid20th February 2009
Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine that originated in India is considered to be the world's oldest health care system. Ayurveda is made up of two Sanskrit words - Ayu which means life and Veda which means knowledge of.
According to the ancient Ay... Read >
Author: Ramnika Rathi13th February 2009
Some researchers theorized that spiders were once a menace to the creature nation anywhere in evolutionary story and that panic attacks ensuing from phobias were a security system that could avoid the life of persons. Such theories, however, have no pure ... Read >
Author: Jacob Saxbury11th February 2009
Paphos town has a strong connection with Greek mythology and history, to discover the town pick up a street map of Paphos in Cyprus and take time out to wander around; as there is so much to see. Paphos was the capital of Cyprus under the Ptolemy’s, who... Read >
Author: Kate Smith28th January 2009
Remember back in grade school when you were being taught Greek Mythology? One of the stories I remember well was that of Odysseus and the deadly song of the Sirens. The tale went that any sailor who heard the song of the sirens, could not resist jumping... Read >
Author: Internet Marketing Guide17th January 2009
Gemini belongs to the rationalists air sings, and to the changing zodiac sings group. In this group the sings transfer energy from place to place, and the group members tend to change themselves and change their habits.
Gemini sign is the third in the ... Read >
Author: plakplak16th January 2009
Phobia is not the same as "nightmare". A "panic" is a brains of impending risk or evil established by inherent logics and reasoning or by gut instinct. A "terror" on the other hand is an magnified and disproportionate perception of veracity.
Some rese... Read >
Author: Jacob Saxbury12th January 2009
No one really knows when the first time someone thought about collecting the honey from hives. We do know that the art of beekeeping has been around for a long time. Archaeologist have discovered cave drawings depicting collecting honey. These caves were ... Read >
Author: Jack Stanley09th January 2009
The third largest island in the heart of the pristine Mediterranean Sea, Cyprus, is full of rich history, splendors that dazzle the eye and incredible attractions making it one of the world’s most prominent tourist attractions. With its easy access form... Read >
Author: Nick Nikolis09th January 2009
Magnetism was discovered thousands of years ago, and magnets have been used for many purposes ever since. However, there is a great deal of mystery and controversy surrounding the discovery of magnetism. We'll explore some of the various legends about m... Read >
Author: Ellen Bell31st December 2008
Does having a bad breath make you want to really pull your hair out of frustration? Chill out. I understand that the condition is causing you a lot of problems; however losing hair will only exacerbate your misery. I had the same problem as well. I can st... Read >
Author: Info Spreader19th December 2008
As you know there are twelve Zodiac signs and the symbol of Aquarius represents the eleventh Zodiac sign and falls during the period from January 20 to February 18. Zodiac signs are very popular as tattoo designs and Aquarius tattoo designs have a lot on ... Read >
Author: David Tony08th December 2008
Corfu Island is the more popular destination, placed just off the North-West coast of mainland Greece. It is 58 km long and about 27 km wide and its highest peak is Pantokratoras . Corfu Island is renowned as the greenest of all the Greek islands also for... Read >
Author: Munish Kumar04th December 2008
The Palais Garnier also known as the Opera Garnier is one of Paris’s mot loved and most recognizable landmarks. This 2,200 seat opera house was built in Neo-Baroque style by Charles Garnier is considered an architectural masterpiece of its time. Though ... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye02nd December 2008
Corfu Island is the more popular destination, placed just off the North-West coast of mainland Greece. It is 58 km long and about 27 km wide and its highest peak is Pantokratoras . Corfu Island is renowned as the greenest of all the Greek islands also for... Read >
Author: Munish Kumar05th November 2008
We all know of Achilles, the Trojan War Hero of Greek Mythology. His mother tried to make him immortal by dipping him the river Styx. Unfortunately she missed a spot on his heel. So the story goes that he was struck by an arrow in that spot and he was ki... Read >
Author: Dr. Christopher Segler30th October 2008
How many people could accurately point to the location of Cyprus on a map of the world.Well the 3rd largest island in the Mediterranean lies at its eastern most end just a few miles of the coast of Southern Turkey.
With its sandy beaches, historical si... Read >
Author: Paul Mitchell21st October 2008
In Cyprus a Pafos villa is in a very beautiful location, the town has many connections to Greek mythology and has a history involving many cultures, for example Pafos Castle was originally built as a Byzantine fort to guard its famous scenic harbour, in t... Read >
Author: Kate Smith26th September 2008
A flight to Paphos in Cyprus will land at the international airport which is approximately 9 mile (15km) east of Paphos. There are a number of options to travel from the airport into the town which include taxi, rental cars and bus. Taxis are located outs... Read >
Author: Kate Smith26th September 2008
As spectacular and easy as it looks on stage, a ballet dancer trains for many years to make their movements look simple and effortless. This is a part of their talent. In reality, it requires years of intense practice and hard work.
Gain as much infor... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON15th August 2008
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest tombstone on the list of the Seven Wonders of the Antique World. The Great Pyramid took about 20 years to complete, and several theories are debated by scholars as to how it was built and by whom. Some theories poin... Read >
Author: righttravel10th July 2008
While most sunny destinations have their share of historical background, with intricate old remains dotted here and elegant Cathedrals sprinkled there – few are as steeped in history as Cyprus.
Cyprus has one of the oldest cultures in the Mediterran... Read >
Author: Daniel Collins25th June 2008
Kefalonia is located on the west side of the Greek mainland. Kefalonia can be spelt in many different ways and some of these ways include Cephalonia, Cephallonia and Kefallonia. Many people believe that the island is said to be named after Cephalus, who ... Read >
Author: Amy Whittingham25th June 2008
Florence, the beautiful regional capital of Tuscany in Italy, has long been a popular destination for tourists. Renowned for its Renaissance art and architecture, and the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, the city has now added a rediscovered... Read >
Author: mpressman18th June 2008
There is a book called the Bible which we have all heard of as the one that is the word of God straight from him concerning all from the world’s creation to our own while not excluding how he believes we should behave toward not only him but each other... Read >
Author: Gianni Truvianni21st May 2008
In Greek mythology, the hydra was a beast that, when one of its many heads were severed, would grow new heads in their place. The sub-prime mortgage crisis has developed in a similar fashion, initially appearing to be constrained to a sector of unworthy c... Read >
Author: Ki Gray08th May 2008
Roses are one of the oldest cultivated flowers that were first grown in Asian gardens five thousand years ago. In its wild form, roses go back even farther; there are several fossils of wild roses that date all the way back to 35 million years ago.
The... Read >
Author: Timothy Spencer02nd April 2008
The interesting similarities exist among history and culture of Indo-European populace. History and cultural connections between Armenian and Greek people date back to ancient ages. Armenian Garni and ancient Greek Parthenon is the proof that strikes the... Read >
Author: Lilit.P25th March 2008
Art of imagination is also known as the Fantasy art. Therefore this art is called as the universal language of images and focus around unseen forces and life mystery. It is considered that fantasy art has been developing from African magic, Greek mytholog... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu10th March 2008
Not much of the history behind the dog breeds is as interesting as the history of the Bulldog. Information about its ancestors contains mythic tales about the god Zeus and aiding in the hunt for large herbivores, participation in war and the Roman arena.... Read >
Author: Bobby Callahan03rd March 2008
Versace's artistic influence in the world of fashion was virtually unparalleled. His legacy is carried on and translated for the table in its marriage with Rosenthal. Versace by Rosenthal is an extraordinary collection resulting in high quality tableware ... Read >
Author: Prabakar, S22nd February 2008
Designed by Versace and created by Rosenthal, the renowned German porcelain maker, the pattern is a daring combination of flared silhouettes, pastel backgrounds, lush flowers, geometric banding, and zebra stripes. Crafted for maximum visual splash, the pi... Read >
Author: Prabakar, S13th February 2008
Ever since ancient times, when man had the vision and need to build objects he started to develop a great deal of tools which would let him accomplish the tasks at hand, one of these tools is the saw. The origins and invention of this tool are uncertain, ... Read >
Author: John Sern25th September 2007
If you know even a little about Cyprus or Greek mythology the chances are you will have heard of the Goddess of love, beauty and sexual rapture Athrodite. Legend tells that she was the result of the castration of the God Uranus which was carried out by hi... Read >
Author: kevinor20th September 2007
Titanium Rings - The Obvious Choice for Discerning TastesWhen searching for titanium rings, be it for a man or a woman, you can take pride in your choice and know that you are selecting not only a superior ring, but one of character, history and charm. T... Read >
Author: Sam Brown20th September 2007
When searching for titanium rings, be it for a man or a woman, you can take pride in your choice and know that you are selecting not only a superior ring, but one of character, history and charm. Titanium rings draw their origins from the 18th century wh... Read >
Author: Sam Brown29th August 2007
Hemingway called it “the most civilized thing in the world,” Ambrose Bierce said it was, “God’s next best gift to man,” and the Scot scholar John Stuart Blackie went even further, declaring it “the drink of the gods.”
As for whether a god... Read >
Author: Gina Stepp23rd July 2007
Paphos, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a wonderful destination; but there is more to the island of Cyprus to be discovered while based in the capital town. From historic sites to beautiful harbours with castles and mountains in between, taking a daytrip... Read >
Author: Andy Burrows29th June 2007
In traditional wisdom and knowledge, life is a continuum that does not end at the moment of death. One of the most important traditional tasks of the seer, shaman, medicine man or woman is to assist people who are either dying or the spirits of those who ... Read >
Author: Howard G Charing04th June 2007
One of the most enduring urban myths in nature has to do with the distinctive "cock-a-doodle-doo" of a barnyard rooster. Popular belief has it that roosters crow only at the break of dawn, according to legend to wake farmers and other people who need to b... Read >
Author: Matt P08th May 2007
I cannot believe it's May already. So we all know what that means, time for Mother's Day to roll around again. Buying a gift and sending a card to your own mother goes without saying. But how about sending cards to the other mother's you know? And should... Read >
Author: Priscilla Parham04th April 2007
Cyprus is one of the most beautiful Islands in the whole of the Mediterranean in fact it is more of a country than an Island, self contained with it's own distinct culture and unique lifestyle. The Cypriot people are amongst the friendliest in the world a... Read >
Author: kevinor25th January 2007
If one looks at two of the oldest and best known stories about the development of human society, the story of the Garden of Eden in the Old Testament and the story of Pandora's Box in Greek mythology, one sees man is not satisfied with being satisfied.
A... Read >
Author: Sharon White13th January 2007
God of War II is a sequel of the revolutionary God of War game, developed by the SCEA (Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.) team. The game will be available for Sony Playstation 2 and Playstation 3.
In this sequel the bad man Kratos will be back,... Read >
Author: Patrick Altoft20th December 2006
Aphrodite is the mythological Greek Goddess of love who legend has it was born out of the sea. According to Greek mythology Aphrodite was the Goddess of love beauty and sexual rapture (ooh ah!) born when Uranus the farther of the gods was castrated by Cro... Read >
Author: kevinor08th December 2006
To aim for success in any area of life involves to effectively direct motivation to achieve desired goals. In mental health fields, such as counselling and psychology, most professionals are driven by the motivation to provide support and help improve ind... Read >
Author: Pedro Gondim17th November 2006
Europe has been the center of much of Western Civilization throughout the history of mankind. Here are 20 interesting things about Europe you should know, but may not.
20 Interesting Things About Europe
With the amazing history of Europe, picking 2... Read >
Author: Richard Monk09th November 2006
Drawing fantasy creatures like unicorns, mermaids, and dragons can at first be a difficult thing to do and it takes some practice but there are some basic rules you can follow to create terrific creatures and make them look great.
Drawing fantasy creat... Read >
Author: Will Kalif03rd October 2006
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The fig tree, 'Ficus carica,' possibly originated in Northern Asia according to archeological fossil records. Spanish missionaries brought it to the United States in 1520. Historical Sumerian tablets record the use and ... Read >
Author: Patrick Malcolm21st August 2006
This article looks at the harbours and anchorages on the western coast of the Peloponnisos in the Southern Ionian sea. We begin a Katakolon and proceed south through the gulfs of Messiniakos and Kolpos finishing on the island of Kithera, birthplace of the... Read >
Author: ken jones31st July 2006
Playing such a large part in the history of mankind, detailing key aspects of Europe is large task indeed. Nonetheless, here we go.
Interesting Tidbits About Europe
Geographically, Europe is the western most section of the Eurasia continent. Histor... Read >
Author: Richard Monk25th July 2006
Gold silk wedding flowers can make any occasion into an event to remember. Asian lanterns, boylesilk floralsupply, kinkadestudios and outback boutique are great sources for gold silk wedding flowers. Silk flowers are used in many occasions, festive times... Read >
Author: Robert Goldsmith23rd June 2006
The Cyclades is the central group of islands in the Aegean Sea. The northern group consists of Kea, Kithnos, Andros, Tinos, Yiaros, Siros, Mikonos, Delos and Rinia
The areas prevailing wind during the summer months is the infamous Meltemi blowing from ... Read >
Author: ken jones03rd April 2006
The herbal remedy Industry is now moving out of the alterantive and becoming the main medical choice by more people in the world. To their assistance is this web site giving the synonyms of more than 300 herbs in 23 languages.
(PRWEB) March 10, 2006 -... Read >
Author: anand damani05th March 2006
Now every one has heard the familiar story about a princess that is imprisoned in a cave by some monstrous fire breathing dragon. Now the Dragon sits guard over her as its body is coiled around and on top of huge pile of gold and treasure. So what does th... Read >
Author: Christopher Jon Luke Dowgin09th September 2005
The guitar is one of the most familiar and common instruments the world over. It is descended from other stringed instruments that were common in Greece, in India, in Mexico and in Africa - in fact, throughout the known world. It's descended from such ins... Read >
Author: Courtney Pancost28th August 2005
Nature vs Nurture theories have wasted a lot of energy of human beings. Plato is considered first to realize that you are made of not only flesh but also an intellectual soul.
The issue may be much older...
In Greek Mythology, when gods created man... Read >
Author: Saqib Ali Ateel
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