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     Turn up the volume - Amplified Vegas Music Weekend is here and Vegas clubs are cranking up the nightlife. Add in Sunday's Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand and there's no shortage of musical talent. For details, check out VisitLasVegas.com/music, and see the nightclub lineup that follows:

Friday, May 18

• Rebecca & Fiona at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Dirty South at TAO (Venetian)
• The Soundclash at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Diplo at Surrender (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Calvin Harris at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
  Benny Benassi at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
  Jack Colton Pre-May Invasion Party at Lily (Bellagio)
• OB One & Dj Scene at Rain (Palms)
• Arno Cost at Haze (ARIA)

Saturday, May 19

• Cee Lo Green Special Live Performance at Surrender (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Chuckie at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Benny Benassi at TAO Beach (Venetian)
• California Love featuring TYDI at Palms Pool
• Nectar Music Festival at Hard Rock Pool
• Arno Cost at Liquid (ARIA)
• Tamara Sky at Bare Pool (Mirage)
• DJ sKratchy at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Zen Freeman and Hot Mouth at Rain (Palms)
• Ferry Cortsen at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Vice Saturdays with Dirty Dutch and Chuckie at TAO (Venetian)
• Femme Fatale at Lily (Bellagio)
• Stereo Saturdays with Miguel at LAVO (Palazzo)

Sunday, May 20

• Wet Wonderland featuring Above & Beyond at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Gareth Emery with Michael Woods at TAO Beach (Venetian)
• Z-Trip and LL Cool J at Rehab Las Vegas (Hard Rock Pool)
• Jack Colton May Invasion at The Bank (Bellagio)
• Billboard Music Awards after-party at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Kevin Brown at Ghostbar (Palms)
• The Wanted at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Above & Beyond at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)

More on Wynn Resorts' all-star nightlife lineup via video:

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule. Free shows occur on the First and Third streets stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead Viva Vision shows. And the new Fremont East Entertainment District offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades, and more! For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

 

     It's Mother's Day weekend, and Las Vegas has hit the mother lode with live performances by Snoop Dogg, Drake and Nero, and a pool party hosted by Audrina Patridge. A look at what's on tap:

Friday, May 11

• Arty at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Rev. Run & Ruckus at Hard Rock Pool
• Lisa Pittman Ditch Fridays at Palms Pool
• Drake concert after-party at TAO (Venetian)
• Nero performs with No ID at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Joachim Garraud and Cedric Gervais at Marquee Nightclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Party Ben at Vanity (Hard Rock)

Saturday, May 12

• Avicii at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Sean Paul at TAO Beach (Venetian)
• Audrina Patridge hosts at Wet Republic (MGM Grand)
• Nectar Music Festival at Hard Rock Pool
• Mark Knight at Liquid (ARIA)
• Snoop Dogg performs poolside at Hard Rock
• Snoop Dogg after-party at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Sebastian Ingrosso at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Avicii at Marquee Nightclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Sean Paul at TAO Nightclub (Venetian)
• Femme Fatale at Lily (Bellagio)
• Tommie Sunshine at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

Sunday, May 13

• Nicky Romero at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Cedric Gervais at TAO Beach (Venetian)
• Porcelain Black at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• The Drums at Body English (Hard Rock)
• Demetrius at Ghostbar (Palms)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule. Free shows occur on the First and Third streets stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead Viva Vision shows. And the new Fremont East Entertainment District offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades, and more! For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

 

       Saddle up, partners! It's time to take a trip back through the untamed Old West and enjoy some Las Vegas cowboy culture at Helldorado Days from May 17 - 20.

     Helldorado Days has a rich history - it began in 1934 and was once used as the backdrop for a Roy Rogers movie. This year's four-day festival kicks off with Cowboys for a Cure - Wear Pink Night on May 17 to support breast cancer awareness for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure^® Southern Nevada. On May 18 and 20, you can also catch the excitement of PRCA professional rodeo. Enjoy a carnival, exhibits and food vendors on the rodeo grounds nightly from 5 p.m. to midnight, with rodeo events starting at 8 p.m.

     On Saturday, May 19, don't miss one of Helldorado's signature events, the Helldorado Days Evening Parade, which begins at 5 p.m. in Downtown Las Vegas. The parade route runs on Fourth Street from Gass Avenue to Ogden Avenue.

     Whether you're there for the parade, rodeo or other fun events, such as the Whiskerino Contest to see who has the longest or most unique beard, there's always plenty of Wild West fun to be had at Helldorado Days! Proceeds help children and veterans in Southern Nevada. For more, see ElksHelldorado.com.

 

 

Book a room in one of downtown's newly renovated hotels for a VIP experience with a vintage Vegas twist. Fitzgeralds Casino and Hotel is continuing its dramatic transformation as The D Las Vegas Casino Hotel. With modern updates, including the longest bar in Nevada just inside the ground floor entrance, this two-level casino/hotel will feature 638 remodeled, contemporary rooms when complete. The first floor of the casino features slots and table games dealt by dancing dealers, while the second floor pays homage to the days of old with vintage slots and a classic steakhouse.

 

Slated to open next year, the Downtown Grand will be the newest revitalization in the downtown area filling the block on Third and Stewart Streets between the recently remodeled Gold Spike Hotel Casino and Third Street Promenade featuring Hogs and Heifers Saloon, Triple George Grill and Mob Bar.  A bridge between the Grand's two towers will offer pedestrians a view of downtown's new Mob Museum.  Former mayor Oscar Goodman is even featured in the museum for his years of defending high-profile criminals.

 

At the Plaza Hotel, overlooking the Fremont Street Experience, you can savor great food at Oscar's restaurant while viewing historical photos from his personal collection.  The Plaza has reinvented itself with new restaurants, attractions and entertainment including the popular Insurgo Theatre Company!  On weekend nights at 10 p.m., you can catch the troupe presenting South Park Creator Trey Parker's outrageous comedy Cannibal The Musical!

 

In addition, one of Las Vegas' iconic hotels, the Golden Gate Casino, is currently undergoing its first facelift in more than 50 years to add contemporary flair to a place best known for poker chips, whiskey and shrimp.  With all the changes, don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy a classic dinner and a retro atmosphere at Du-par's Restaurant & Bakery.

 

Try venturing out of the newly renovated hotels to explore Vegas' vibrant downtown scene. Check out the Thirsty Third Thursday Pub Crawl in downtown Vegas! The event kicks off at 7 p.m. at Hennessey's Tavern every third Thursday of the month and features drink specials and live music. What more could you ask for?

 

All of downtown Las Vegas comes alive the first Friday of every month to celebrate Vegas' bustling arts scene, centered in the Arts District at Charleston and Third. First Friday is celebrated with live music, food trucks, art displays and so much more!  See you downtown!

  It's Cinco de Mayo weekend, and Las Vegas is ready to celebrate with pub crawls, comedy shows, great drink specials and the kind of sizzling nightlife you won't find anywhere else! There's plenty to do all weekend long, so browse through our list of Cinco de Mayo-specific revelry at Vegas properties as well as pool and nightclub events!  

The Strip

Luxor

• Tacos & Tequila: May 5
  • T&T offers partygoers an all-day $5 happy hour menu from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., featuring chicken quesadillas, habañero wings, flautas, guacamole and more
  • Mariachi Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m
  • FANTASY's Lorena Peril will host a Cinco de Mayo party May 5 at 7 p.m.
  • Meet & Greet with FANTASY dancers
  • DJ Larry Lynx spins from 8-11 p.m.
  • Drink specials include:
    • $18 buckets of Sols
    • "Seis y Seis" package priced at $29 with six specialty tacos and six bottled beers
    • "Seis, Seis y Seis" special for $59 featuring six tequila shots in addition to tacos and beer
    • Bottle of Dos Equis Lager and a shot of Patron for $10
    • $5 well drinks, house wine and sangria

Mandalay Bay

• Border Grill
  • Border Grill is hosting a three-day fiesta including $5 Patron margaritas and $29 buckets of Corona and Patron
  • On May 5, attendees will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win prizes for every drink purchased

The Mirage

• Aces of Comedy^TM presents Ray Romano & Kevin James: May 4 & 5
• Beverage specials: May 4 - 6
  • Kokomo's, Race & Sports Book and The Mirage Pool
    • Corona with Patron
    • The Skinny Senorita - The Mirage's twist on a margarita featuring Patron Silver Tequila - less than 100 calories!
    • Corona and Corona Light buckets of five beers for $25 (mix and match)
    • Patron shots and cocktail floats $5

Planet Hollywood

• Cabo Wabo Cantina
  • All-day patio party with a mariachi band and the Cazadores Tequila girls
  • A Cazadores surfboard is up for grabs
• PBR Rock Bar
  • Enjoy $20 bottomless domestic draft beers from 3-7 p.m. and from midnight to close

Imperial Palace

• Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub
  • Two-for-one well drinks, domestic beers and $5 shots all day
  • $20 bottomless beers from 6-9 p.m.
  • Free cover until 10 p.m.

Stratosphere

• Casino Bars and Level 8 Pool:
  • $2 margaritas
  • $3 shots of Sauza Hornitos
  • $3 Corona

Venetian/Palazzo

• Cinco de Mayo Bar Hop: May 1 - 5
  • Ticket = $30 + tax
  • Bar hop five lounges and bars on property and redeem 5 tickets for a selection of "themed drinks" (including tequilas, margaritas, cervezas)

Hard Rock

• Pink Taco
  • Check out "Cinco de Taco" for $2 Coronas, $3 Sauza Hornitos shots and half-off appetizers from 4 p.m. until close
  • Enter the lingerie piñata contest before delighting in the restaurant's trademark pink taco

Off-Strip

Green Valley Ranch

• The Pond
  • DJ Mick Boogie
  • $3 Corona and Bud Light
  • $4 Cazadores shots
  • $5 Bull-A-Ritas and Red Bull Bombers
  • $20 Patron margarita pitchers
  • $75 Corona chests

South Point

• Miguel's Tequila Bar
  • 5-7 p.m. Wed. - Sun., all tequila drinks $2
• Baja Miguel's
  • FREE Margarita, Traditional Tortilla Soup, choice of entrée (Carne Asada Tampiquena or Tacos de Camaron) and Mango Flan for $14.95

Agave (across from Red Rock Resort)

• Agave's annual celebration features live bands, DJs, $3 Modelo draughts, $5 100% Blue Agave margaritas, plus a selection of $3 tacos

Nightlife: Setting the scene -- Flo Rida, Diddy, Nelly and more:

Friday, May 4

• DJ Scene Fridays at Liquid Pool Lounge (ARIA)

• Ditch Fridays with Flo Rida at Palms Pool & Bungalows

• Audrey Napoleon at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)

• DJ Irie and Bass Kleph at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

• Cosmic Gate with EDX and Nada Ali at Marquee Nightclub (Cosmopolitan)

• Tommy Trash at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

• Nero at Surrender (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

• DJ Echo at Vanity (Hard Rock)

• Flo Rida at Rain (Palms)

• Chuy Bravo at Pure (Caesars Palace)

• "In The House Fridays" with Fernando Garibay at Haze (ARIA)

Saturday, May 5

• Daytime Nectar Music Festival featuring Paul Oakenfold at Hard Rock Pool
• Paul Oakenfold spins late night at Surrender at Encore
• TAO Beach Grand Opening Party (Venetian)
• California Love at Palms Pool & Bungalows
• Sultan and Ned Shepard at Encore Beach Club
• EDX at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Fernando Garibay at Liquid Pool Lounge (ARIA)
• Fat Joe Performs Live at LAX (Luxor)
• Jermaine Dupri at TRYST (Wynn Las Vegas)
• Erick Morillo at Marquee Nightclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Nelly Hosts Fight Night at Haze (ARIA)
• Common at The Bank (Bellagio)
• DJ Pauly D at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Diddy Fight After-party at Rain (Palms)
• Cinco de Mayo party at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Femme Fatale at Lily (Bellagio)
• I Love NY Saturdays featuring The Knocks at 1 OAK (Mirage)

Sunday, May 6

• Erick Morillo at TAO Beach (Venetian)
• Tiesto at Encore Beach Club
• Markus Schulz at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)Common at Liquid Pool Lounge (ARIA)
• Resident Pauly D at Rehab (Hard Rock)
• Kevin Brown at Ghostbar (Palms)
• Sak Noel at Vanity (Hard Rock)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule. Free shows occur on the First and Third streets stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead Viva Vision shows. The new Fremont East Entertainment District offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades and more! For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     He's starred in a Vegas commercial, and has an upcoming monthlong residency at Planet Hollywood later this summer, but this Friday night at The Mirage's 1 OAK, catch The Voice star Cee Lo Green performing live. For more live music, catch Fantasy lead vocalist Lorena Peril performing at LAX on Saturday. There are plenty of top-make music producers in town this weekend as well, including Tiesto, Sander van Doorn, Avicii, Hardwell, Lil Jon, DJ Vice and Kaskade. The complete rundown:

Friday, April 27

• Keidy at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Cee-Lo Green at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Sander van Doorn at TAO (Venetian)
• Avicii at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• ATB at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Chad Hugo & Daniel Biltmore at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Alie Layus at Rain (Palms)

Saturday, April 28

• Hardwell at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Scooter & Lavelle at Liquid (ARIA)
• DJLC at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Lil Jon at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Scooter guest DJ set at Haze (ARIA)
• Rita Ora Stereo at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Tiesto at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Ben Flajnik & Courtney Robinson at Pure (Caesars)
• Kaskade at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ Melo D at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Femme Fatale at Lily (Bellagio)
• Lorena Peril at LAX (Luxor)
• The Disco Fries at Rain (Palms)
• Mega Man and Josh Abrams at Artisan Hotel Boutique
• Bad Boy Bill & Joey Lawrence at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

Sunday, April 29

• Kaskade at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Wynter Gordon at Vanity (Hard Rock)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule. Free shows occur on the First and Third Street stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead VivaVision shows. And the new Fremont East Entertainment district offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades and more! For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

In case you missed Cee-Lo's Escape:

 

Flowers, chocolates and cards are nice, but this Mother's Day, give your mom something that will last forever - memories of an amazing trip to Las Vegas!

Remember all those times she cooked and did the dishes? It's mom's turn to enjoy some great food. Fortunately, there's still time to take part in the culinary event of the year - Vegas Uncork'd by Bon Appétit! This event features the world's greatest chefs and sommeliers, as well as 60 of Vegas' finest restaurants. Spoil her with an unforgettable Sparkling Brunch with Guy Savoy, or Italian Brunch with The Pellegrino's in Caesars Palace!

Mom deserves to be pampered, too, so set her up with a treatment from any of Las Vegas' unique, invigorating and refreshing spas.

Help her escape to Qua Baths and Spa's Arctic Ice Room at Caesars Palace, where she can relax in snowfall-like conditions in the form of mint-infused air falling from a domed ceiling at 55 degrees Fahrenheit. It's the coolest spa treatment she'll ever enjoy, and it's only in Vegas. The Palms Place Drift Spa & Hamman and the Sahra Spa & Hammam at The Cosmopolitan offer multiple treatments inspired by traditional Turkish baths.

Other refreshing and invigorating signature treatments that Mom will love can be found at The Spa at Red Rock, the Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Venetian, Oleksandra Spa at Treasure Island and the Aquae Sulis Spa at the J.W. Marriott, to name a few.

 

Then, it's time to treat her to a real Vegas show! If Mom loves music, there are plenty of performers who will help bring back memories, like Donny & Marie at the Flamingo and Liza Minnelli for one night only at LVH - Las Vegas Hotel & Castino.  For a magical experience, enjoy champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries in your VIP seats at Le Rêve - The Dream at Wynn, or surround yourself in fantasy at one of six Cirque du Soleil productions.

So many ways to express your gratitude, so give Mom the Mother's Day experience of a lifetime in Vegas!

 

Head down to the Las Vegas Strip on Cinco de Mayo for the best margaritas and tequila this side of the border!

Diego at MGM Grand boasts an unsurpassed selection of tequilas, with 125 different 100 percent Agave Tequila labels, while Tacos & Tequila at Luxor incorporates traditional elements of Mexican style and Las Vegas flair. Mix it up with a new concept from Chef Jose Andres at Cosmopolitan's China Poblano for a Chinese and Mexican melting pot dish, or, relax in the vibrant Border Grill at Mandalay Bay for a great view of the Lazy River just off Mandalay Bay Beach.

Grab a mid-afternoon drink at Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo Cantina at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood or Taqueria Canonita at The Venetian, also close by, for a true "south of the border" taste. The restaurant's centerpiece boasts a lively exhibition kitchen, featuring sculpted steel and wrought-iron gates, colorful Mexican tiles and authentic Mexican folk art.

Spin the Wheel o' Sin at Monte Carlo's Diablo's Cantina for great deals on shots, beers and margaritas during happy hour, then grab a seat on their outdoor patio to enjoy the sights. Settle in at El Segundo Sol outside of the Fashion Show Mall for made-to-order margaritas with funky flavors like cucumber-mint and prickly pear.

Hussong's Cantina and Taqueria at Mandalay Place claims one of their bartenders, Don Carlos Orozco, from the original location, created the first margarita in 1941.  By mixing equal parts tequila, Damiana and lime, he served the concoction over ice in a salt-rimmed glass for Margarita Henkel, daughter of the German Ambassador to Mexico. Order one of Hussong's specially crafted tequilas or, if you have a sweet tooth, a Bloodtini or a Mexican Lemon Drop margarita.

If you want to head off the Strip, the hip Pink Taco at the Hard Rock Hotel features authentic Mexican craftwork and drinks and the Coasta Cantina at The Orleans on Tropicana Avenue will have your mouth watering with tequila shrimp and 99-cent margaritas during happy hour. Just a few stops on the Monorail, Vince Neil's Tres Rios at the LVH - Las Vegas Hotel features 18-month aged barreled tequilas; and downtown at Casa Don Juan's, homemade tortilla chips, fresh salsa and an expansive tequila collection add to the unique Arts District vibe. Happy hour specials are great, but why not treat your friends to 24 hour $.99 margaritas at any bar at the historic downtown Fremont Hotel! 5 friends - 5 drinks - 5 dollars!

So, grab a few amigos, head to your favorite Vegas Mexican restaurant, and have a drink (or two or three) to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Vegas!

 

     It's officially pool season in Vegas, which means you can enjoy great concerts and DJs day and night. This weekend, check out Steve Angello at XS, Avicii at Marquee, Pitbull at Hard Rock and more:

Friday, April 20

• Dragonette at Paradise Beach (Hard Rock)
• Keidy at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Martin Solveig at TAO (Venetian)
• John Dahlback at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Gareth Emery at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Fresh One at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• DJ 19SIXTY, DJ CAPTN20 & D4N13L at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Kelis at Rain (Palms)
• Shaynes Pamas and Menno De Jong at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

Saturday, April 21

• Nectar Music Festival at Paradise Beach (Hard Rock)
• California Love feat. Star Killers at Palms Pool & Bungalows (Palms)
• Avicii at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Dirt Nasty at Liquid (ARIA)
• Fitz and the Tantrums poolside stage (Hard Rock)
• Steve Angello at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Black Cards at PURE (Caesars)
• Arty & Madeon at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ Pauly D at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Stereo Saturdays with Rye Rye at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Jace One & Frank Rempe at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Zen Freeman at Rain (Palms)
• Questlove at Moon (Palms)

Sunday, April 22

• Pitbull at Rehab pool (Hard Rock)
• EC Twins at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Nectar Music Festival at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Kevin Brown at Ghostbar (Palms)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule.  Free shows occur on the 1st and 3rd street stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead VivaVision shows.  And the new Fremont East Entertainment district offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades, and more!  For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

       Get ready for another weekend of top music mixers and performers in Las Vegas! Robin Thicke performs live at 1 OAK in The Mirage and several top spin masters will provide the best beats all weekend, including Avicii, Sebastian Ingrosso, Erick Morillo and more! What's in store this weekend:

Friday, April 13

• Robin Thicke at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Apl.De.Ap at TAO (Venetian)
• Avicii at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Iyaz at Bank (Bellagio)
• Chromeo at Pure (Caesars Palace)
• Serge Devant at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Graham Funke at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Lee Kalt at Hyde (Bellagio)
• DJ Scene at Rain (Palms)

Saturday, April 14

• Sebastian Ingrosso at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Erick Morillo at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Jermaine Dupri at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ sKratchy at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Chiddy Bang at Lavo (Palazzo)
• Jace One, StoneRokk & Mike Remedy at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Edward Maya at Rain (Palms)

Sunday, April 15

• Thomas Gold at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.