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  • Children Who Undervent Liver Transplants Unite at KIMSHEALTH

    Children Who Undervent Liver Transplants Unite at KIMSHEALTH

     

    When Alin Sherin Abraham’s parents met eight-month-old Dhriya, the recipient of Alin’s liver, for the first time.

    Thiruvananthapuram, Apr 23: In a tribute to the life-saving act of organ donation, KIMSHEALTH, organised a special gathering of organ donors and children who underwent liver transplant. The event also witnessed  a deeply emotional moment, as the family of the ten month old donor Alin Sherin Abraham, met Dhriya, the eight month old who received Alin’s liver, for the first time. More than 100 people participated in this special gathering. 

    Dr. M I Sahadulla, Chairman and Managing Director of KIMSHEALTH, said that organ is the noblest message of love and sacrifice. He emphasized that it not only conveys a powerful message to society, but also plays a vital role in raising awareness about this crucial cause. Dr.Sahadulla, also lauded the tireless efforts of government systems, doctors in the liver transplant department, and other staff members.

    Dr.Nobel Gracious, Executive Director, K-SOTTO said that the cooperation of organ donors’ families in Kerala, government systems including the police, public, media and above all, the untiring efforts of the doctors and the medical team performing the transplants is a great model to follow. Being an organ donor is a generous and worthwhile decision that can be a lifesaver, he added.

    Dr. P K Jabbar, Principal, Government Medical College Thiruvananthapuram; Dr. Ragi Krishnan, South Zone Nodal Officer K-SOTTO; Dr. Basil, Joint Director, K-SOTTO; Dr. Praveen Muralidharan, Director, Multi Organ Transplant, KIMSHEALTH; Liver Transplant surgeons Dr. Shiraz Ahmad Rather, Dr. Shabeerali T U, and Pediatric Hepatologist Dr. Anu K Vasu where also part of the program.

    KIMSHEALTH performed its first liver transplant on July 23, 2013. Since then, nearly 250 liver transplant surgeries have been successfully completed. The hospital has also achieved several significant milestones, including Kerala’s first combined liver and kidney transplant, the state’s first split liver transplant, the successful liver transplant on a lowest weighing baby.

     

     

     

     

  • Accenture and WaveMaker Announce Strategic Intent to Help Growth-Focused Organizations Scale with Agentic AI Platform

    Companies to leverage hybrid agentic AI platform with industry-first 2-pass code generation architecture and built-in guardrails for enterprise-grade outcomes
     
    NEW YORK and DALLAS; April 22, 2026 – Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and WaveMaker, a leading agentic platform provider for enterprise-grade application generation, today announced strategic intent to help organizations – particularly those pursuing high growth with annual revenue of up to US$3 billion – modernize applications faster, reduce development complexity, and deliver new digital experiences that drive measurable business outcomes.
     
    The companies will combine Accenture’s deep software engineering expertise and global reach with WaveMaker’s industry-first 2-pass code generation architecture, a proven platform enabling organizations in highly regulated industries to quickly build secure, scalable web and mobile applications. Together, the companies will help organizations accelerate innovation while maintaining cost control and operational resilience.
     
    The collaboration comes as many organizations look for practical ways to adopt agentic AI that deliver clear business value without introducing unnecessary risk or complexity. Many are grappling with aging systems, SaaS tool sprawl, outdated skillsets and rising competitive disruption in increasingly volatile markets. While they are ready to grow and compete at a higher level, they often lack the resources, expertise or budget typically required for large-scale transformation.
     
    “In today’s competitive landscape, organizations need to modernize and innovate quickly to keep pace, yet many still face constraints around cost, complexity and in-house expertise,” said Kishore P. Durg, senior managing director in Reinvention Services at Accenture. “This collaboration enables our clients to accelerate application modernization and deliver new digital capabilities while maintaining control over costs and reducing operational risk.”
     
    “By combining WaveMaker’s platform with Accenture’s engineering and industry offerings, we are enabling a more scalable and repeatable approach to application development,” said Senthil Ramani, chief offerings and products officer at Accenture. “This allows organizations to accelerate delivery while maintaining consistency, quality, and control across their application landscape.”
     
    By integrating a hybrid agentic AI platform into the modern application development process, organizations can reduce development time, increase productivity, lower implementation costs, and reduce technical debt through more efficient, scalable delivery models.
     
    “Being in the business of creating a developer focused agentic AI platform means we have always believed in delivering sound architecture, and modern, scalable digital experiences for our enterprise customers,” said Vijay Pullur, CEO of WaveMaker. “I’m very bullish on the potential of our Accenture collaboration as we empower organizations to innovate with confidence, modernize their legacy systems faster and compete more effectively in a rapidly changing marketplace.”
  • Bona Fide Actress, Sonequa Martin-green, Graces the Cover of Sheen Magazine

    GREENVILLE, SC (APRIL 22, 2026)—Progression comes by first getting in the game.  To start advancing, you gotta grind towards your goals and stay disciplined.  Not having peace of mind during the process can cost you a lot, but once you master it, you’ve hit an oasis, regardless of the circumstances. In this issue dubbed the tranquil edition, we discover the true journey of self and life. Our illustrious cover star, Sonequa Martin-Green, takes on a leadership role in the film.  One of the many milestones of Sonequa’s career includes making history as the first Black female captain in the Star Trek Universe.
     
    “If you’re standing on someone else’s shoulders, then you better stand.”  –Sonequa Martin-Green

    Bona Fide Actress, Sonequa Martin-green, Graces the Cover of Sheen Magazine

     
     
    This issue promises to bring an abundance of peace and relaxation.  For Our Beauty Spotlight, Miss Black USA, Naiylah Archer, is shaping her oasis by stepping away from anyone creating her narrative, “I’m not waiting for representation. I’m creating it.”  For The Foundation, Influencer, Wendu Ejim, shares how she redefines motherhood through self-care and beauty.  Notable barber Aaron Burks discusses how he found out that barbering was his calling. The Beauty Tour has healthy hair and skin for the win, and our #hairgoals are ponytails and twists that are modern musts!
     
    Find out how luxury designer Denzel Parris is transforming the fashion industry through modern class and elegance in our exclusive Designer Spotlight. Celebrity Fashion Stylist, Leah Taylor, dishes on strategic image-building, and for our Red Carpet Flashbacks, we channel the sultry sophistication, fearless glamour, and timeless beauty of the iconic Toni Braxton.  Give your wardrobe the refresh your life’s style deserves!
     
    LuvaBoy TJ unfolds the study of modern romance, self-discovery, and the heart behind his music and everyday rituals in Mandate, while Baritone Davóne Tines brings depth to a production that reimagines Black storytelling on the opera stage in Music Spotlight.  For our Art Feature, Atlanta music artist Dri Jack reflects on grief, gospel roots, and the discipline that shaped her into a compelling storyteller.  Get the answers to your burning dating questions in “Dear Troy,” and seek your next destination in a poetic travel feature with Kira J.
     
    In our Fitness feature, Chef Kymmis is transforming wellness into a movement that strengthens communities and breaks generational cycles. The final note is the inspirational words of excellence from WNBA star Angel McCoughtry, who is now expanding her impact far beyond the court. In our tantalizing food feature, a story of family, faith, and food comes together through Tiffany Mack’s heartfelt cooking venture. 
     
    SHEEN Magazine’s May/June ‘Oasis’ issue hits stands on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

  • Global Turbine Asia Advances Aerospace Growth, Capabilities and Talent Development Through Strategic Partnerships

    KUALA LUMPUR, Apr 22 - Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. (“GTA” or the “Company”), a Malaysian-based engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (“MRO”) and support service provider serving military and civil operators in Malaysia, and a Certified Maintenance Centre (“CMC”) for Safran Helicopter Engines, today exchanged two Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with Airbus Defence and Space (“Airbus DS”)and Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (“UPNM”), as well as a Note of Understanding (“NoU”) with Perbadanan Hal Ehwal Bekas Angkatan Tentera (“PERHEBAT”). The signings were witnessed by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, Minister of Defence, Malaysia. 
     

    Global Turbine Asia Advances Aerospace Growth, Capabilities and Talent Development Through Strategic Partnerships

     
     
    MoU exchange between Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. & Airbus Defence & Space, witnessed by YB Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, Minister of Defence, MINDEF, Malaysia. 

    Global Turbine Asia Advances Aerospace Growth, Capabilities and Talent Development Through Strategic Partnerships

     Note of Understanding between Global Turbine Asia SdnBhd & Perbadanan Hal Ehwal Bekas Angkatan Tenterawitnessed by YB Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, Minister of Defence, MINDEF, Malaysia accompanied by YBhg. Datuk Lokman Hakim bin Ali, Secretary General, MINDEF, Malaysia.

    Global Turbine Asia Advances Aerospace Growth, Capabilities and Talent Development Through Strategic Partnerships

     MoU exchange between Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd. & Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia, witnessed by YB Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, Minister of Defence, MINDEF, Malaysia. 
     
     The MoUs reflect GTA’s strategic focus on strengthening the aerospace and defence ecosystem through cross-border commercial cooperation, talent development, research partnerships and long-term capability building, aligned with evolving regional industry needs. 

    GTA’s MoU with Airbus DS will evaluate opportunities to develop Malaysia’s military aircraft MRO capabilities and assess GTA as a potential Industrial Collaboration Programme (“ICP”) beneficiary, which will advance local aerospace self-reliance, facilitateknowledge and capability transfer, and supply chain integration, pending approvals. 

    Through its MoU with UPNM, GTA aims to strengthen industry-academia collaboration in research, innovation, talent development, and technical services. Areas of cooperation may include joint R&D, training and postgraduate pathways, technical advisory services, workshops and centres of expertise, as well as potential industry-on-campus initiatives, subject to approvals and separate agreements where required. 

    GTA’s NoU with PERHEBAT supports the career transition of retiring Malaysian Armed Forces personnel and veterans by providing industrial training, workplace exposure, and potential employment opportunities. The collaboration includes job-skills alignment, programme monitoring, and joint initiatives aimed at enhancing the employability and well-being of Veteran Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (“ATM”). 

    Dato’ Nonee Ashirin Dato Mohd Radzi, Executive Chairman of Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd., said, “These MoUs mark an important step in strengthening GTA’s role within the aerospace and defence ecosystem, not only as an engine support and MRO provider, but also as a long-term partner in capability development, talent cultivation and strategic collaboration.” 

    She added, “Together, these partnerships reflect our commitment to building a stronger, more resilient and future-ready platform for the industry. 

  • Cantabil Introduces Flat-Knit Polo Collection, Redefining Summer Comfort with Effortless Style

    April 22: Cantabil has unveiled its latest flat-knit polo collection, designed to bring together comfort, breathability, and refined casual style for the summer season. Crafted with premium fabrics and contemporary detailing, the collection aims to offer versatile wardrobe essentials suited for modern, on-the-go lifestyles.

    Designed for Comfort in Rising Temperatures

    The new flat-knit polos are made using premium 2-ply cotton blends with cotton and polyamide, offering a stretchable, fluid fabric that ensures ease of movement and all-day comfort. Lightweight and breathable in nature, the collection is tailored for summer wear without compromising on structure or style.

    Modern Design with Everyday Versatility

    The collection features a thoughtfully curated mix of:

    • Vertical stripes and solid colour patterns
    • Half-zip silhouettes for a contemporary edge
    • Textured finishes including popcorn weave and cord patterns
    • Tipping details on collars and sleeves
    • Earthy tones and muted summer hues

    These design elements create a balance of relaxed comfort and understated sophistication, making the polos suitable for a variety of everyday occasions.

    From Casual Moments to Smart Dressing

    Cantabil’s flat-knit polos are designed for versatility, transitioning seamlessly across multiple settings such as casual outings, coffee meet-ups, weekend plans, semi-formal gatherings, and even leisure activities like golf. The collection reflects a modern approach to dressing where functionality meets refined aesthetics.

  • realme NARZO 100 Lite 5G Emerges as Fastest & Highest-Selling Smartphone on Amazon India on Day 1

    New Delhi, April 22: realme, a leading smartphone brand among youth, has announced that its newly launched realme NARZO 100 Lite 5G received an overwhelming market response during its first sale, emerging as the fastest and highest-selling smartphone on day one in 2026 on Amazon India. The strong demand reflects increasing consumer preference for affordable 5G smartphones that deliver balanced performance, battery efficiency, and reliability.

    Strong Consumer Demand in Entry-Level 5G Segment

    The success of the NARZO 100 Lite 5G highlights the growing shift toward devices that combine performance efficiency, long battery life, and smooth connectivity at an accessible price point.

    The device has been well received among young users and first-time 5G adopters seeking dependable everyday performance.

    Performance-Driven Specifications

    The realme NARZO 100 Lite 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 6nm octa-core chipset, delivering efficient multitasking, stable gaming performance, and enhanced 5G connectivity.

    Key highlights include:

    • AnTuTu score of over 560,000
    • Up to 14GB dynamic RAM expansion
    • Up to 128GB internal storage
    • 5300mm² VC cooling system for sustained performance
    • 144Hz Eye Comfort Display for smooth visuals
    • 7000mAh Titan Battery with AI power saving and reverse charging support

    AI Features & Durability

    The smartphone integrates AI-powered capabilities designed to enhance user experience, including:

    • AI Eraser 2.0
    • AI Clear Face
    • Built-in productivity tools

    It also offers military-grade durability, IP64-rated protection, and a clean software experience powered by realme UI based on Android 16, ensuring reliability for daily use.

    Market Availability

    The realme NARZO 100 Lite 5G is available in multiple storage configurations:

    • 4GB + 64GB
    • 4GB + 128GB
    • 6GB + 128GB

    The device is available across Amazon India and realme.com.

    Driving Affordable 5G Adoption

    With this strong debut, realme continues to strengthen its position in the entry-level and mid-range 5G segment by delivering feature-rich smartphones designed for young and performance-oriented users.

    The NARZO 100 Lite 5G reinforces realme’s focus on combining innovation, accessibility, and user-centric design in the highly competitive smartphone market.

     
  • Demanlink Unveils Sarawak’s First Telecommunications Smart Pole in Siburan and Debuts its First Built-to-Suit Tower in Bintulu

    Milestone deployments strengthen 5G connectivity, enhance digital access in urban developments and transport networks. 

    SARAWAK, Malaysia, Apr 22 - Demanlink Connexion Sdn. Bhd. (“Demanlink”), a Sarawak-based telecommunications infrastructure company, today announced the successful deployment of two tailored connectivity solutions for communities in Siburan and Bintulu. The Company deployed Sarawak’s first telecommunications smart pole, a multi-function street infrastructure in Siburan, and Demanlink’s first built-to-suit (B2S) site in Kampung Jepak, Bintulu. Both solutions comprise future-ready 5G equipment and serve to enhance connectivity coverage in the state’s growing urban areas and transport networks. 

     

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    Situated at the heart of Taman ImpianaSiburan, the smart pole delivers seamless 5G connectivity for residents and commuters in the area. Its compact, multi-functional design supports 5G-ready equipment and enables co-location for multiple Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), optimizing infrastructure use and network coverage. It also functions as a lamp pole, enhancing visibility for both drivers and pedestrians alike. 

    In addition, Demanlink’s maiden B2S site in Kampung Jepak, Bintulu will deliver seamless network coverage for the surrounding residential and commercial areas as well as a nearby transport network. The new telecommunications site is also strategically located close to six schools and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres, enabling students and educators to access digital learning platforms and online educational resources with high-speed connectivity. The tower is also expected to strengthen mobile coverage along nearby stretches of the Pan Borneo Highway, improving connectivity, navigation and safety for users of the state’s key transport corridor. 

    Hanad Yusuf, Chief Executive Officer of Demanlink said, “Technology is a powerful socioeconomic catalyst. These deployments are about more than coverage. They are about giving communities in Siburan and Bintulu the digital foundation to participate in Sarawak’s growth. As the state works toward its 2030 digital economy ambitions, Demanlink’s role is to make that infrastructure a reality, one community at a time.” 

    Following these deployments, Demanlink continues to expand its footprint across Sarawak in partnership with key local and industry stakeholders. Most recently, the company completed an In-Building Coverage (IBC) deployment at One Shell Square Miri, bringing high-speed 5G connectivity to one of the state’s key energy sector hubs. Building on this momentum, Demanlink is also currently deploying several high-speed 5G IBC sites across Sarawak, further growing its portfolio of macro sites, smart poles, and in-building solutions to serve the state’s evolving connectivity needs. 

    With a clear focus on delivery excellence, speed-to-market, and local collaborations, Demanlink aims to play a long-term role in strengthening Sarawak’s connectivity landscape and enabling inclusive economic growth across communities and enterprises. 

  • Harness Wins 2026 Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year Award for DevOps

    Bengaluru, India  Apr 22:  Harness, the AI Software Delivery Platform™ company, today announced that it has received the 2026 Google Cloud Technology Partner of the Year Award in the Application Development – DevOps category.

    Harness has deepened its strategic partnership with Google Cloud through a series of meaningful integrations and joint innovations. Most recently, the Harness MCP Server became accessible within Google‘s Gemini Enterprise environment, enabling customers to leverage Harness capabilities directly from their existing AI interface — meeting developers where they already work. Harness has also been an early adopter of Google‘s Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol, positioning the platform at the forefront of the agentic AI ecosystem and enabling seamless collaboration between AI agents across complex development workflows.

    “The Google Cloud Partner Awards honor the strategic innovation and measurable value our partners bring to customers,” said Kevin Ichhpurani, President, Global Partner Ecosystem and Channels, Google Cloud. “We are proud to name Harness a 2026 Google Cloud Partner Award winner, celebrating their role in driving customer success over the last year.”

    “Being named Google Cloud‘s Technology Partner of the Year in DevOps is a testament to the depth of our collaboration and the real-world impact we’re delivering for our joint customers,” said Tom O’Reilly, SVP, Worldwide GTM Partnerships at Harness. “Together, we continue to innovate and build cutting-edge solutions that meet the moment. As AI becomes central to how software is built and deployed, our partnership with Google Cloud ensures that engineering teams have exactly what they need to lead.”

    Harness works with Google Cloud to give engineering teams end-to-end visibility across the development lifecycle, reduce the toil that slows teams down, and deliver a developer experience that drives lasting business impact. By combining Harness‘s AI software delivery capabilities with the breadth of Google Cloud‘s infrastructure and AI platform, joint customers are able to ship software faster and with greater confidence.

  • AIFs Emerge as Key Enablers to Bridge Real Estate Funding Gap Amid Strong Land Acquisition Momentum in India

    By Ankur Jalan, CEO, Golden Growth Fund, a category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF

    The strong pace of land acquisitions across India’s real estate sector underscores sustained developer confidence and a robust demand outlook. However, translating this land bank into completed projects will require significant capital infusion, creating a sizeable funding gap that traditional lenders alone may not be able to address. This is where Alternative Investment Fund (AIFs) are uniquely positioned to play a pivotal role. With the ability to provide flexible, structured financing solutions across the project lifecycle, AIFs and private credit platforms can bridge critical last-mile and construction funding requirements. As the sector continues to mature and institutionalise, we see a compelling opportunity to deploy capital in well-located, demand-driven projects, generating attractive risk-adjusted returns while supporting the next phase of real estate growth in India.

  • Ultrahuman and Les Mills Launch Les Mills PowerPlug: First Smart Ring Integration To Deliver Expert-Led Workouts Guided by Your Recovery and Cycle

    Partnership brings studio-quality video workouts with real trainers into the Ultrahuman app
     
    [London, 22 April 2026] — Ultrahuman, the health technology company behind the Ultrahuman Ring, today announced a global partnership with Les Mills, the global leader in group training.
     
    The collaboration brings Les Mills’ studio-quality workouts directly into the Ultrahuman app, using continuous biomarker data from the Ultrahuman Ring to recommend the right workout based on each user’s individual recovery, sleep, and even cycle phase. This includes the new Ultrahuman Ring PRO, which offers category-leading 15-day battery life and a redesigned heart-rate sensing system for even greater accuracy.
     

    Ultrahuman and Les Mills Launch Les Mills PowerPlug: First Smart Ring Integration To Deliver Expert-Led Workouts Guided by Your Recovery and Cycle

    Today, most wearable users face a disconnect – their wearable tells them they’re under-recovered, but their training plan carries on regardless. The result is overtraining when fatigued, undertraining when ready, and a persistent gap between wearable insights and real-world training decisions. The Les Mills PowerPlug closes that gap.

     
    What’s more, according to the Les Mills 2026 Global Fitness Report, 90% of people prefer workout sessions led by real instructors rather than AI-generated plans. This integration is designed around exactly that – human-led coaching, powered by real-time biometric insight.
     
    Biomarker-Driven Recommendations
     
    When Ultrahuman Ring users first download the Les Mills PowerPlug, they choose a personal fitness goal (Strength, Cardio, Flexibility, or General Fitness), preferred training days per week, and session length. Every recommendation adapts automatically based on recovery, sleep, and cycle phase data from the ring.
     
    The integration gives Ultrahuman Ring users access to Les Mills’ diverse catalogue of video workouts — including HIIT, BODYPUMP™, strength, yoga, stretching, and recovery sessions — led by expert Instructors and available on demand.
     
    Each day, the home screen shows two to three recommended Les Mills workouts matched to the user’s current status, a Quick Workout shortcut, and access to the Les Mills catalogue to browse by programme, duration, or goal.
     
    The recommendation engine maps Ultrahuman’s Dynamic Recovery scores directly to workout intensity and type. Unlike static overnight recovery scores, Ultrahuman’s readings adjust dynamically to movement, non-sleep deep rest (including breathwork), and naps.
     
    A well-recovered user with elevated heart rate variability and low resting heart rate might see BODYPUMP™ or BODYCOMBAT™ at the top of their feed. On the other hand, a user with accumulated sleep debt, elevated body temperature, increased resting heart rate, or low heart rate variability would be guided toward yoga, BODYBALANCE™, or a gentle mobility session instead.
     
    For women who track their cycle, Les Mills PowerPlug adjusts recommendations based on menstrual phase. High-energy phases (follicular, ovulatory) unlock intense workouts like GRIT and BODYCOMBAT™, while luteal and menstrual phases automatically shift toward recovery-friendly content like BodyBalance and Yoga – with hard safety filters that remove high-impact or pelvic-floor-challenging workouts during menstruation.
     
    The Ring Closes the Loop
     
    What differentiates the Les Mills PowerPlug from watching Les Mills content on any other platform is what happens after the session ends. The ring stays on during every workout, and on completion, it shows:
    • Workout stats: Calories, duration, and heart rate zones are captured automatically — no manual entry required.
    • Recovery prediction: Updated post-workout forecasts show estimated readiness for the following day.
    • Movement and muscle tracking: The movement score and muscle group radar chart reflect the completed session.
    • Real-time goal tracking: Progress against daily goals updates immediately.
     
    The result is a continuous feedback loop: workout choice informs recovery data, which shapes the next recommendation — and becomes more accurate over time.
     
    “We built Ultrahuman to help people understand their bodies. With Les Mills, we’re closing the loop — your ring doesn’t just tell you how recovered you are, it tells you what to do about it. The right workout, at the right intensity, every day. That’s what training smarter actually looks like,” said Mohit Kumar, CEO, Ultrahuman.
     
    Marina Nola, Chief Digital Distribution Officer at Les Mills, said: “Partnering with Ultrahuman enables us to bring a new level of personalization to fitness. By combining the real‑time insights of the UltraHuman smart ring with the proven motivation of Les Mills workouts, we can guide users towards the right workout for how they feel in the moment and help them stay engaged. Together, we are helping people to build sustainable habits, achieve their goals, and ultimately fall in love with fitness as part of our mission to create a fitter planet.”
     
    Availability and Pricing
     
    The Les Mills PowerPlug is available to Ultrahuman Ring AIR and PRO users from 22nd April, rolling out via the Ultrahuman app. It’s available globally, costing $11.99/month or $99.99/year.