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Skip to content Berkwood Resources Announces Over 130.55 Meter Visual Graphite Intersection From Phase 3 Drilling Posted onApril 26, 2018 April 26th, 2018, VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: BKR, FSE: BK2, WKN: A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce that it has intersected significant intersections of visual graphite during its phase 3 drill program, including one drill hole that has a 130.55-meter intersection with a 87.5 meter true thickness. The nine completed holes totalled 1,481.4 metres (m) of HQ core to objective depths. Eight of the nine holes contained significant graphite intervals as listed on the table below. I am very pleased to announce the successful completion of the third phase of drilling with all three phases combined totalling over 4000 metres now. The Berkwood team is also pleased to announce that we have drilled a 130.55 metre intersection of graphite with a true thickness of 87.5 metres. We are continuing to unravel the structural and geological disposition of the Lac Gueret South Zone 1 graphite body. So we continue the exciting but painstaking work required as Berkwood endeavours to chart a focussed and efficient program to define the potential for an economically mineable resource. Field crews performed detailed structural logging and analysis of previous drill core and we are increasing our structural capabilities through new collaboration with Terrane Geosciences. Once complete we will have a 3D model of our graphite body providing a clearer more detailed picture of the size and geometry of our Zone 1 graphite body. We are making progress in stages, and continue with each successive Phase to build on the great results we have enjoyed since discovery,states Tom Yingling, President and CEO. Critically, the exploration potential for a significant graphite deposit has continued to be supported by the Phase 3 campaign. [Key: LO-GR = 3 to 5% Cgr; MED-GR = 5 to 25% Cgr; HIG = +25% Cgr] Edward Lyons, PGeo (BC, QC. NL) states, The drilling in Phase 3 focused on expanding knowledge in and adjacent to the previously drilled areas. One outcome is increased recognition of intervals of lower grade graphite interlayered with high-grade material. Some relatively narrow true width intervals with lower grades may represent lateral extensions of thicker zones. Industry and metallurgical experience in highly metamorphic graphitic rocks has shown that the medium and lower graphite grade material can yield higher percentages of coarse flake graphite recovery, making these units potentially of similar economic value. The true widths and persistence of graphite in almost all of Berkwoods drillholes to date show the potential of the Zone 1 anomaly. Planned geophysical studies ahead of Phase 4 will refine our geological and structural model to guide drill placement. BK1-23-18 was drilled across the margin of the anomaly to test the limits of graphite mineralisation. No graphite was encountered. Deposit definition will require some tests of the margins in order for us to design a more efficiently drill program. This is typical exploration testing. Lac Gueret South Zone 1 Lac Gueret South is located in Cote Nord, Quebec, a three-hour drive from Baie-Comeau in an area with very good infrastructure. The Project lies directly south of Mason Graphites (TSX-LLG) advanced Lac Gueret Project. Mason is developing one of the largest medium to high-grade graphite deposits in the world. Including the Phase 3 campaign, the Company has drilled 27 holes on Zone 1 that totals 4,006m. The Company is pleased to announce it has intersected visual Graphite in every hole drilled to date, with significant Cgr intercepts being observed in 26 holes. Success in these drill programs confirms that a significant component of the distinct electromagnetic conductors that occur over a two kilometer strike length and 50 meters to 600 meters in width as defined by airborne EM geophysics (see the Berkwood news release dated February 10, 2015) includes graphite mineralization. To view a virtual reality video of the autumn Phase 1 Zone 1 drill program as well as the most recent winter Phase 2 drill program, please follow the link at the bottom of our home page at:https://www.berkwoodresources.com. Edward Lyons PGeo (BC, QC, NL) is a Qualified Person under the definition of Canadian National Instrument 43-101, and has approved the technical information in this news release. Ed has worked extensively on the Lac Gueret Property, now owned by Mason, and neighbouring graphite properties since 2000. About the Company:Berkwood is engaged in exploration for the commodities that enable the modern revolution in essential technologies. These technologies are dependent upon the ethical mining and supply of naturally occurring elements and minerals that enhance the performance of energy storage systems and permit the development and miniaturization of new electronics and structural components for the new suite of innovative tools. The Company is led by a team with collectively over 100 years experience and whose members have been involved with the discovery of several producing mines. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Berkwood Resources Ltd. Thomas Yingling President, CEO & Director FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Investor Relations: info@berkwoodresources.comor 1-778-945-2935www.berkwoodresources.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information: Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect managements current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Berkwood Completes Phase 3 Definition Drilling at Lac Gueret South, QC Posted onMarch 16, 2018 March 16th, 2018, VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: BKR, FSE: BK2, WKN: A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed its 9-hole Phase 3 definition drilling program on Zone 1 at the Companys 100% owned Lac Gueret South Project (refer NR of March 5th). The Program was designed to constrain the southwestern and southern margins of mineralization, and to probe aspects of the structural (fold) model being developed for western Zone 1. Drilling continued to intersect substantial graphite (Cgr), with all nine holes hitting graphite and eight of the holes returning significant intercepts of Cgr. So we begin the exciting but painstaking work required to unravel the structural and geological disposition of the Lac Gueret South Zone1 graphite deposit, as Berkwood endeavours to chart a focussed and efficient program to define the potential for an economically mineable resource there. Field crews have been on site at Lac Gueret since early February to perform detailed structural logging and analysis of previous drill core and we are increasing our structural capabilities through new collaboration with Terrane Geosciences. We are making progress in stages, and continue with each successive Phase to build on the great results we have enjoyed since discovery, states Tom Yingling, President and CEO. Critically, the exploration potential for a significant graphite deposit continues to be supported by the Phase 3 campaign. The 1,500m program continued to use oriented core techniques, and Tony Gilman of Terrane Geosciences was stationed at site at the start of Phase 3 to review structures in Phase 2 and 3 oriented core and to train the field team for detailed structural data collection. Terrane Geosciences will be merging these structural data with existing geology logs in preparation for Phase 4 work planning. The continued testing of the western end of Zone 1 supports a model for the graphite horizons probably being folded at the western end of the geophysical anomaly. Several other examples of similar folding in the basement rocks that are observed within an 8-kilometer radius of the deposit show that arcuate fold patterns on the scale of the Zone 1 occurrence are common in the area. Further drill testing is required to continue to define the continuity and structural disposition of the mineralised intervals. In addition to drilling, and when snow conditions permit, the Company is considering an in-hole / intra-hole electromagnetic survey (mise a la masse, MALM) that charges specific graphite horizons which can then be traced between holes and on the surface. Sampling: Some 258 sawn core samples from Phase 3 drilling are to be shipped to MS Analytical Laboratories in Langley, BC for treatment under the same analytical procedures applied to the samples from previous programs. Of the 258 samples, 201 were graphite-bearing rock; 47 were bracket (boundary) samples with very low to no observed graphite; and 10 were field-introduced QA/QC materials including duplicate and blank samples. No certified reference standards were inserted in the field. The laboratory routinely uses a variety of graphite and sulphide standards whose grades and matrix mineralogy are similar to the sampled materials. Each sample during both the crushing and pulverizing preparation phases will be subjected to quartz sand cleaning between samples to reduce any potential for cross-contamination. Assay results for Phase 3 samples are expected after the middle of April. Ongoing mineral characterization: Berkwood has retained the services of Met-Solve Laboratories Inc. of Langley, British Columbia to initiate mineral processing tests on a suite of graphite mineral samples. This work is required for metallurgical testing for process design following the positive initial flake sizing results announced on March 8th, 2018, when the Company announced that testing had revealed that a large portion of the graphite flakes in a representative suite of samples are coarse large flake (20 mesh to 100 mesh) and easily concentrated by simple inverse gravity process (the light portion being the valuable product), with only a small percentage of the graphite being finer than 100 mesh (100 mesh). First results should be available around mid-May, 2018. Lac Gueret South Zone 1 Lac Gueret South is located in Cote Nord, Quebec, a three-hour drive from Baie-Comeau in an area with very good infrastructure. The Project lies directly south of Mason Graphites (TSX-LLG) advanced Lac Gueret Project. Mason is developing one of the largest medium to high-grade graphite deposits in the world. Including the Phase 3 campaign, the Company has drilled 27 holes on Zone 1 that totals 4,006m. The Company is pleased to announce it has intersected visual Graphite in every hole drilled to date, with significant Cgr intercepts being observed in 26 holes. Success in these drill programs confirms that a significant component of the distinct electromagnetic conductors that occur over a two kilometer strike length and 50 meters to 600 meters in width as defined by airborne EM geophysics (see the Berkwood news release dated February 10, 2015) includes graphite mineralization. To view a virtual reality video of the autumn Phase 1 Zone 1 drill program as well as the most recent winter Phase 2 drill program, please follow the link at the bottom of our home page at:https://www.berkwoodresources.com. Edward Lyons PGeo (BC, QC, NL) is a Qualified Person under the definition of Canadian National Instrument 43-101, and has approved the technical information in this news release. Ed has worked extensively on the Lac Gueret Property, now owned by Mason, and neighbouring graphite properties since 2000. About the Company:Berkwood is engaged in exploration for the commodities that enable the modern revolution in essential technologies. These technologies are dependent upon the ethical mining and supply of naturally occurring elements and minerals that enhance the performance of energy storage systems and permit the development and miniaturization of new electronics and structural components for the new suite of innovative tools. The Company is led by a team with collectively over 100 years experience and whose members have been involved with the discovery of several producing mines. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Berkwood Resources Ltd. Thomas Yingling President, CEO & Director FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Investor Relations: info@berkwoodresources.comor 1-604-343-7740www.berkwoodresources.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information: Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect managements current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Berkwood Announces Large Graphite Flake Charactization Results at Lac Gueret Project, Quebec Posted onMarch 8, 2018 March 8 2018 / TheNewswire / VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (BKR) (wkn:A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce positive preliminary characterization results of graphite composite samples from its wholly owned Lac Gueret South property in northeastern Quebec. Results show that a large portion of the graphite flakes are coarse large flake (20 mesh to 100 mesh) and easily concentrated by simple inverse gravity process (the light portion being the valuable product), with only a small percentage of the graphite being finer than 100 mesh (100 mesh); the latter might prove to be recoverable as a lower value product once more detailed studies are completed. Table 1: Results of characterization work on six samples from Zone 1 highlighting the coarse graphite (Cgr) composition of each sample. Composite Sample SummaryABCDEFHead Grade Carbon as Graphite (% Cgr)33.8%10.4%32.2%12.3%36.6%16.0%Coarse Graphite Component ( > 100 mesh) (%)22%32%20%31%34%42%Coarse Graphite Grade (% Cgr)7.4%3.3%6.4%3.8%12.4%6.7% Met-Solve Laboratories Inc. of Langley, British Columbia was retained to carry out basic characterization tests on six composites derived from selected Phase 1 drill-program core samples bearing graphite recovered from Zone 1 at the Lac Gueret South property. This characterization work will be used to inform the further design of a proposed metallurgical program: this larger program will include sampled from all of the drilling undertaken through to the completion of the Phase 3 program presently in progress (refer NR of March 5th, 2018). Figure 1. Graphite concentrate E with 12.4% Cgr at > 100 mesh from 36.6% Cgr head grade. The six composites prepared from the drill holes cores, representative of the geology outlined through the completion of the earlier drill programs, featured graphite contents from a low of 10.4% Cgr to a high of 36.6% Cgr. It is worth noting that the high-grade material of Composite E with 36.6% Cgr yielded a coarse large flake concentrate (20 mesh x 50 mesh) grading 93.5% C graphite. Tom Yingling, President and CEOstates,These positive results from initial characterization work show a large portion of coarse large flake within the sampled intervals of Zone 1 graphite intercepts. This demonstrates that the deposit has a significant component of coarse large flake graphite, a higher value product. Further metallurgical testing will be needed to design an efficient graphite concentration process which will be critical to the project economics as we continue to develop this exciting opportunity. Further metallurgical studies will build on these initial results. Samples from Phase 2 and 3 drilling will be used. To view a virtual reality video of the autumn Phase 1 Zone 1 drill program as well as the most recent winter Phase 2 drill program, visit the bottom of our home page at:https://www.berkwoodresources.com The characterization program was supervised for the Company by Michel Robert, P.Eng., a metallurgist with extensive experience. Edward Lyons PGeo (BC, QC, NL) is a Qualified Person under the definition of Canadian National Instrument 43-101, and has approved the technical information in this news release. Ed has worked extensively on the Lac Gueret Property, now owned by Mason, and neighbouring graphite properties since 2000. Other The Company also announces that it has cancelled its private placement announced January 23, 2018 with intentions to raise up to $1,500,000. About the Company:Berkwood is engaged in exploration for the commodities that enable the modern revolution in essential technologies. These technologies are dependent upon the ethical mining and supply of naturally occurring elements and minerals that enhance the performance of energy storage systems and permit the development and miniaturization of new electronics and structural components for the new suite of innovative tools. The Company is led by a team with collectively over 100 years experience and whose members have been involved with the discovery of several producing mines. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Berkwood Resources Ltd. Thomas Yingling President, CEO & Director FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Investor Relations: info@berkwoodresources.comor 1-778-945-2935www.berkwoodresources.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information: Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect managements current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Berkwood Resumes Resource Expansion And Definition Drilling At Lac Gueret South, QC Posted onMarch 5, 2018 March 5th, 2018, VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: BKR, FSE: BK2, WKN: A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce the immediate resumption of resource expansion and definition drilling on Zone 1 at the Companys 100% owned Lac Gueret Project. The Phase 3 program is currently underway and includes a planned 1,500m of drilling in nine HQ diamond drill holes to further test for strike continuity of mineralization along the target regional conductor, to improve our understanding of the orientation of the mineralized horizons, and to further define graphite mineralization at the Zone 1 Graphite Prospect. The Company is focused on Zone 1 because all 18 holes drilled to date have returned significant graphite intervals. Tom Yingling, President and CEO states, Field crews have been on site at Lac Gueret since early February and have been performing detailed structural logging and analysis of previous drill core. This was deemed a critical step to best define how we continue to build on the exciting results from our 2017 drill programs with this next phase of drilling on Zone 1. The Company is engaged with certain work dedicated to characterization of features of the mineralization relevant to its suitability for entry to the global graphite market: initial findings will be made available to the public in the very near term. Lac Gueret South Zone 1 Lac Gueret South is located in Cote Nord, Quebec, a three-hour drive from Baie-Comeau in an area with very good infrastructure. The Project lies directly south of Mason Graphites (TSX-LLG) advanced Lac Gueret Project. Mason is developing one of the largest medium to high-grade graphite deposits in the world. During the recently completed 18-hole Phase 1 and 2 drill programs on Zone 1 that totalled 2,525m, the Company is pleased to announce it has intersected visual Graphite in every hole drilled to date. (See news releases of assay results dated December 17th, 2017 and February 15th, 2018.) Success in these drill programs confirms that a significant component of the distinct electromagnetic conductors that occur over a two kilometer strike length and 50 meters to 600 meters in width as defined by airborne EM geophysics (see the Berkwood news release dated February 10, 2015) includes graphite mineralization. To view a virtual reality video of the autumn Phase 1 Zone 1 drill program as well as the most recent winter Phase 2 drill program, please follow the link at the bottom of our home page at:https://www.berkwoodresources.com. For those attending the PDAC Convention in Toronto, please visitBooth No 2103to view core samples and experience the VR trip first hand. Edward Lyons PGeo (BC, QC, NL) is a Qualified Person under the definition of Canadian National Instrument 43-101, and has approved the technical information in this news release. Ed has worked extensively on the Lac Gueret Property, now owned by Mason, and neighbouring graphite properties since 2000. About the Company:Berkwood is engaged in exploration for the commodities that enable the modern revolution in essential technologies. These technologies are dependent upon the ethical mining and supply of naturally occurring elements and minerals that enhance the performance of energy storage systems and permit the development and miniaturization of new electronics and structural components for the new suite of innovative tools. The Company is led by a team with collectively over 100 years experience and whose members have been involved with the discovery of several producing mines. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Berkwood Resources Ltd. Thomas Yingling President, CEO & Director FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Investor Relations: info@berkwoodresources.comor 1-778-945-2935www.berkwoodresources.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information: Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect managements current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Berkwood Increases Landholding At Lac Gueret Project Posted onFebruary 27, 2018 February 27, 2018 -VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (BKR)(wkn:A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce a significant increase in landholding at the Companys 100% owned Lac Gueret Project through the acquisition of 1137794 B.C. Ltd., a private BC company, The acquisition is an arms-length transaction in which the Company will issue 2,800,000 common shares by way of a share exchange agreement and a cash payment of $25,000. The issuance of the acquisition is subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval. The recent acquisition takes Berkwoods Lac Gueret land package to 25,180 ha, by far the largest in the region. Additionally, the recently acquired land includes coverage of an electromagnetic anomaly that is associated with Mason Graphites Lac Gueret project, as seen in the map below: As previously reported, Berkwood is currently proceeding with phase 3 drilling. The drilling continues to develop and define the Zone 1 graphite zone. Lac Gueret South Zone 1 Lac Gueret South is located in Cote Nord, Quebec, a three-hour drive from Baie-Comeau in an area with very good infrastructure. The Project lies directly south of Mason Graphites (TSX-LLG) advanced Lac Gueret Project. Mason is developing one of the largest medium to high-grade graphite deposits in the world. Edward Lyons P.Geo (BC, QC, NL) is a Qualified Person under the definition of Canadian National Instrument 43-101, and has approved the technical information in this news release. He has worked extensively on the Lac Gueret Property, now owned by Mason, and neighbouring graphite properties since 2000. To view a virtual reality video of the autumn Phase 1 Zone 1 drill program as well as the most recent winter Phase 2 drill program, visit the bottom of our home page at:https://www.berkwoodresources.com. About the Company: Berkwood is engaged in exploration for the commodities that enable the modern revolution in essential technologies. These technologies are dependent upon the ethical mining and supply of naturally occurring elements and minerals that enhance the performance of energy storage systems and permit the development and miniaturization of new electronics and structural components for the new suite of innovative tools. The Company is led by a team with collectively over 100 years experience and whose members have been involved with the discovery of several producing mines. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Berkwood Resources Ltd. Thomas Yingling President, CEO & Director FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Investor Relations: info@berkwoodresources.com or 1-604-343-7740 or visit us at www.berkwoodresources.com Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information: Certain statements in this release are forward-looking statements, which reflect the expectations of management. Forward-looking statements consist of statements that are not purely historical, including any statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the statements. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. These forward-looking statements reflect managements current views and are based on certain expectations, estimates and assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect. Berkwood reports continued high grade Graphite assays with large true thickness intersections up to 71.1 m on the Phase 2 drill program on Zone 1 Graphite Body, and world class grades of up to 37.68% over 27.11m Posted onFebruary 21, 2018 February 21st, 2018, VANCOUVER, B.C. Berkwood Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: BKR, FSE: BR2, WKN: A110N3) (Berkwood or the Company)is pleased to announce the assay results from the Phase 2 drilling program on theZone 1 Graphite Bodyat the Companys 100% owned Lac Gueret South Project. Five HQ diamond drill holes were drilled in this program with every hole intersecting visible Graphite. Saw-cut samples of the drill core were sent for assay, and we are pleased to confirm high grade Graphite with average grades in the range of 13.64 to 21.86% Cgr and true thicknesses ranging from 20.9 to 71.1 m with shorter high grade interior graphite intervals. Mr. Edward Lyons PGeo(BC, QC, NL) states The Phase 2 drilling intersected thick intervals on two short lines of holes perpendicular across Section 3000E. These intercepts support an evolving structural model of multiple recumbently folded horizon(s) hosting thicker and more consistent graphitic intervals. Use of oriented core adds rigour to the interpretation. The Phase 3 drill program will continue to define and evaluate this geometry. The grades and true thickness suggests strong continuity in the system. TheZone 1target is a conductive and magnetic system with a 2.2 km east-west strike length and 0.6 km width in plan view. It shows two parallel zones, which may reflect a large-scale fold. The Zone 1 drill program has intersected graphite in each of the 18 holes drilled to date on the western extent of the Zone. Preliminary metallurgical assessment is in progress. Certificate of Analyses # YVR1800133 reports the analytical results for all samples taken in the five HQ diamond drill holes comprising Phase 2 drilling onZone 1 Graphite Body. The holes were drilled from three sites with the drill holes oriented east and west across Section 3000E with inclinations of 45 to -75. The sites are located on a cut grid and are spaced about 70m apart.