Sunday, April 19, 2026

Get The Scoop On The Next Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit Remix On April 21st - April 23rd

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The Black Health & Wealth
Virtual Summit Remix Continues to Showcase
The New Dream Team of Medical and
Entrepreneurial Powerhouses
April 21st, April 22nd and April 23rd

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The Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit Remix isn’t just another online event — it’s a strategic gathering of culture, capital, and community.  Curator Kamau Austin shares his overview "this year’s summit is already bringing together a Dream Team of medical innovators, wealth builders, business architects, and movement leaders who are flipping the script on what health and economic empowerment looks like in Black America."

"In a period when over 1.1 million Black people have lost their jobs and Black unemployment hit over 7.2 percent, since the last election cycle, the Black Health and Wealth Virtual Summit 2.0 is a timely and relevant event to jump start an economic reset in our community," adds Austin.   This year's line up of presenters for the virtual summit are impressive to say the least and state the obvious. 

On the wealth side, financier and investor Gary Smith will break down how he has helped Black communities move from being shoppers in the mall to owners of the mall — making major corporations cut the rent check to us.  Gary also has extensive experience in helping Blacks and other entrepreneurs buy and sell viable businesses.

Financier, Business & Commercial Real Estate
Investor and business broker Gary Smith
 

Tech titan and multimillionaire Chuck Starks, author of Get Rich While Black!, will share how he scaled an Inc. 500 company and turned distressed properties in our communities into high-value community assets.

Self-Made Millionaire Chuck Starks

The health and innovation lane is just as powerful. Medical researcher Renee Williams is using AI to help Black women achieve better health outcomes, proving that technology can be both culturally competent, enhancing health, and life-saving.

Medical Researcher and
AI and App Innovator Renee Williams 

Afi S. Okon, MPA, founder of the American Obesity Foundation, continues to push solutions and policy conversations around one of the most urgent health crises impacting our community.  Ms. Okon is a Solutions provider with focus on wellness and community empowerment.

Afi is the Creator of Let’s Make Healthy Our New Happy, a nationwide campaign designed to reframe health as joyful, doable and family-centered journey that meet families where they are – at home, school, places of worship and in their neighborhoods. With over a decade of expertise in nonprofit leadership and deep-rooted passion for community well-being, Ms. Okon has dedicated her career to addressing health disparities through education, advocacy and empowerment.

Pierre Clark is a Harvard-trained entrepreneur and will deliver high-level strategies on creative business development and smart investments.  He is the Founder-Editor of The Entrepreneur’s Corner™, Homefree, NuFutures Development Ventures LLC, and NuMillennium Opportunity Capital Ltd.

Pierre is also a well respected writer and publisher on entrepreneurial and business operations.

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Op-ed: New York City Parks Finds a New Way to Push SQPA out of Roy Wilkins Park

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New York City Parks Finds a New Way to Push SQPA Out of Roy Wilkins Park
Roy Wilkins Park. Photo by Tdorante10/Wikimedia Commons

By James Johnson

For more than 50 years, the Southern Queens Park Association has been the backbone of Roy Wilkins Park.

Since 1973, SQPA has provided afterschool programming and critical community services to families across Southeast Queens. It is more than a nonprofit – it is a trusted institution built by and for the community.

Today, that institution is being pushed aside.

New York City is constructing a $92 million, state-of-the-art facility in Roy Wilkins Park complete with a gym, pool, indoor track, and modern community space. These are long-overdue investments that our community deserves.

But the reality behind this investment tells a different story.

SQPA, the very organization that sustained this park through decades of neglect, will not have access to this new facility.

Originally, New York City Parks indicated that SQPA would be included. That promise has not been kept.

At this time last year, community leaders, stakeholders, and advocates were raising concerns, asking questions, and engaging in good faith about SQPA’s role in the future of Roy Wilkins Park. Several town halls were organized to get answers and ensure transparency.

The main question was simple: Why are two facilities being built in the same park?

There was a clear expectation that SQPA would be included, not sidelined.

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Souper Bowl Party Rocks Queens With Warm Food and Community Vibes

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The Souper Bowl Party Rocks
Queens with Delicious Hot Artisan
Meals and Culinary Treats

Article By Curator of the Souper Bowl Party Roni Anderson

Far Rockaway, Queens - Despite the blustery chill in the air on the last weekend of winter, it was a cozy, warm atmosphere inside the Conservation Coastal Center where many people came out for our second annual “Souper Bowl Party.”

Families and community members gathered around to enjoy a ladle of warm comfort in a bowl.

We had a variety of delicious soups this year, we had a vegetable pumpkin soup, provided by Beach Dunes Cafe restaurant, and vegetarian sandwich wraps, which were a big hit, compliments of Annie Mohan of Campaign Against Hunger.

Community member Miss Myrtle brought a vegetarian option of pasta chickpea curry soup, so yummy, and community organizer, member of the Feed My Sheep organization, and Eye For Decoration business, Aiysha Simon, decorated the space with soup-related decor, and brought her now famous super yummy broccoli cheddar cheese soup.

This year, I brought my Chicken Tortilla soup, with fresh homemade tortilla strips, I called the “Benito bowl” (a little nod to the NFL Super Bowl’s Bad Bunny performer), and I made an old favorite American-style creamy chicken and dumplings soup.. Scrumptious sweet treats were provided by TraOre Desserts.. and much-appreciated beverages were donated by newly retired EMS worker Mr. Ozzie, and photos by Rockaway’s fabulous photographer Mr. Darryl C. Madison and Qiky Kidz Rohn Boyd.

Saturday, April 11, 2026

Get the Scoop On How The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LLAACC) Looks To Expand Our Business Borders

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The Long Island African American
Chamber of Commerce (LLAACC)
Looks To Expand Our Business Borders

🚀 Ready to Expand Beyond Borders? Join us for a powerful Global Market Strategy Session designed to help entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners scale internationally and compete in today’s global economy.

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🗓 Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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➡️ Positioning your business for scalable success

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

TSA Pay Crisis Isn’t Over: Back Pay Arrives, But Airport Workforce Still Struggling to Recover

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TSA Pay Crisis Isn’t Over: Back Pay Arrives, But Airport Workforce Still Struggling to Recover


Queens, NY — While Transportation Security Administration workers have finally begun receiving long-awaited paychecks after weeks of working without compensation, aviation experts and workers say the crisis is far from over.

The Transportation Security Administration workforce—critical to the safety and flow of air travel nationwide—has taken a significant hit during the recent government shutdown. And even with back pay now arriving, the ripple effects are still being felt at airports across the country, including here in New York.

Back Pay Arrives—But It’s Not the End of the Story

Following executive action tied to the ongoing shutdown, TSA workers began receiving back pay covering missed pay periods, offering some immediate financial relief.

However, this wasn’t a clean reset.

Many workers report:
  • Partial or staggered payments
  • Delays depending on banking and processing systems
  • Continued uncertainty about future paychecks
👉 In short: Workers got paid—but stability hasn’t fully returned.

The Hidden Cost: Workforce Loss and Burnout

During the weeks of unpaid labor, thousands of TSA employees were forced to make tough decisions.
  • Some called out.
  • Some took second jobs.
  • Some left the workforce entirely.
Estimates suggest:
  • Hundreds of TSA workers resigned during the shutdown period
  • Call-out rates surged into double digits in key regions
  • Remaining workers were forced to cover longer shifts under stress
Because TSA roles require months of training and federal certification, these losses can’t be quickly replaced.

👉 That means even now, staffing levels remain below normal at many airports.

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Could The Deadly LaGuardia Airport Crash in Queens NY Been Avoided?

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Tragedy at LaGuardia: Deadly Runway Crash Raises Questions About Warnings, Workforce Strain, and Airport Safety


Queens, NY — A tragic runway collision at LaGuardia Airport has shaken New York City—and now, as more details emerge, the incident is raising deeper concerns about whether this disaster could have been prevented.

The crash, which involved an incoming regional jet from Canada and an airport emergency vehicle, left two pilots dead and dozens injured. But beyond the immediate tragedy, investigators and aviation experts are now examining a broader and more troubling reality: Was the system already under strain—and were warning signs ignored?

What Happened on the Runway

According to early reports, the aircraft was in the process of landing when it collided with a Port Authority fire truck that had entered the same runway.

Preliminary findings suggest:
  • Both the aircraft and the vehicle may have been cleared onto the runway
  • Communication breakdowns occurred between air traffic control and ground crews
  • Critical seconds passed before warnings could prevent impact
Federal investigators, including the National Transportation Safety Board, are now analyzing cockpit recordings and tower communications to determine exactly how such a dangerous overlap occurred.

Were There Warning Signs Before the Crash?

While the investigation is ongoing, some aviation analysts and internal reports had already raised concerns in recent months about runway safety risks and system strain.

These warnings included:
  • Increased incidents of “runway incursions” (close calls between aircraft and ground vehicles)
  • Concerns about air traffic controller workload and staffing levels
  • Operational pressure at high-volume airports like LaGuardia
Although no single report predicted this exact crash, experts have emphasized that these types of conditions increase the likelihood of catastrophic errors.

👉 In other words: the risk environment may have already been building.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Get The Scoop On The Black Married Professors Calling Out LeBron James and Kevin Hart for Sports Betting

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LeBron James and Kevin Hart Called Out by Finance Professor and Therapist for Promoting Predatory Finance Through Sports Gambling


Dr. Boyce Watkins, a Finance PhD and founder of The Black Business School, and his wife, Dr. Alicia Watkins, a licensed therapist and Full Professor of Social Work at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, are publicly calling out LeBron James and Kevin Hart for promoting sports betting as entertainment — when it is rapidly becoming one of the most dangerous forms of predatory finance in modern America.

Sports gambling is exploding at an alarming rate. Legal wagers in the U.S. have surged from under $5 billion in 2017 to over $120 billion in 2023, driven largely by aggressive celebrity-backed marketing and mobile apps designed to addict users. The National Council on Problem Gambling estimates 2.5 million Americans now suffer from severe gambling addiction, with millions more at risk. Young men are being hit the hardest, and families are paying the price through debt, depression, and financial collapse.

Monday, March 23, 2026

Get The Scoop On New Book Erased On Paper Who Was Left Out of “We the People” — And Why It Still Matters 250 Years Later

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Erased On Paper

Who Was Left Out of “We the People” — And Why It Still Matters 250 Years Later

In 2026, the United States will mark 250 years since its founding — a milestone that invites celebration, reflection, and national pride. Across the country, banners will fly, reenactments will unfold, speeches will praise liberty and democracy, and the familiar words of the Constitution will once again be recited with reverence.

“We the People.”

But as America prepares to commemorate its birth, a harder question deserves equal attention: Who, exactly, was included in that promise — and who was quietly left out?

The founders’ language was bold and aspirational, yet the reality of early America was far narrower. Millions of people living within the nation’s borders — enslaved Africans, Indigenous nations, women, and countless marginalized communities — were excluded from political power, legal recognition, and full citizenship.

Their labor built the economy. Their land anchored expansion. Their lives shaped the nation’s trajectory. Yet their names, rights, and identities were often missing from official records.

History books tend to frame this exclusion as a moral failing that was eventually corrected through constitutional amendments and civil rights victories. That narrative is comforting. It suggests progress resolved the problem.

The truth is more complicated.

Much of America’s erasure did not occur through violence alone. It happened quietly — through paperwork. Through census classifications that distorted identity. Through land deeds that erased rightful ownership. Through court rulings that redefined lineage. Through recordkeeping systems that valued some names while ignoring others. Over generations, these administrative decisions reshaped families, severed histories, and altered legal standing in ways still affecting Americans today.

This is precisely the question explored — and answered — by authors C.B. Deane and Venita Benitez in their manuscript Erased on Paper: How American Law Rewrote Identity and Left Us Out of “We the People.” Through legal analysis, archival research, and personal discovery, their work reveals how identity itself was rewritten not only by culture, but by law.


THE STORY OF NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY AND THE HUGUENOT LEGACY THAT LEADS TO VENITA BENITEZ

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THE STORY OF NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY AND THE HUGUENOT LEGACY THAT LEADS TO VENITA BENITEZ

Founding Era, Foundational Black American and
American Descendant of Slavery
Venita Benitez Reflects On Her Legacy

National - Every year on February 1, the United States observes National Freedom Day, a national observance established by Congress and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman in 1948. The date marks the signing of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery and opened a new chapter in the nation’s long struggle toward liberty.

President Harry S. Truman Signing The Proclamation Establishing National Freedom Day

National Freedom Day is a moment to reflect on what freedom truly means — not as a single event, but as a journey shaped by countless individuals who fought, fled, sacrificed, and persevered so that future generations could live with dignity and choice. It honors every story of resilience, every act of courage, and every family that carried the idea of freedom forward, even when the world tried to silence them.

The Original Founder Of National Freedom Day Movement, Major Richard Robert Wright Sr. 

It is within this national context — a day dedicated to the meaning of freedom — that the story of the Chapelier – Chappelear family becomes especially powerful.

The lineage begins in the ancient Protestant stronghold of Uzès, Languedoc, where Rev. Louis Chapelier served as a minister during one of the darkest periods for French Huguenots. When the Edict of Nantes was revoked in 1685, ministers like him were targeted first. Their churches were destroyed, their families threatened, and their faith criminalized. Yet Rev. Chapelier stood firm, anchoring a family whose courage would echo across continents and centuries.


Friday, March 20, 2026

Get The Scoop On Southeast Queens Events The Weekend of 3-20-2026

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Southeast Queens Events The
Weekend of 3-20-2026

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Get The Scoop On How The Original Black Wall Street Is Expanding Nationally and Inspiring Black Business

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The Original Black Wall Street Expands Nationally Through Media, Advertising, and Virtual Business Address Initiative to Rebuild Black Wall Street


Tulsa, Oklahoma — A powerful movement rooted in legacy, media innovation, and economic empowerment is gaining national attention as The Original Black Wall Street expands its influence across the United States through digital radio broadcasting, national advertising opportunities, magazine publishing, and its rapidly growing Virtual Business Address program.


Founded by Dr. Angela K. Chambers, a serial entrepreneur, media executive, and community builder, The Original Black Wall Street is a multi-platform media and business ecosystem headquartered on historic Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma — the original site of Black Wall Street, once one of the most prosperous Black business districts in America.


Today, the platform is helping lead a modern movement to rebuild Black Wall Street through media, entrepreneurship, and national business collaboration.

◼️A 24/7 National Radio Platform for Black Voices and Businesses


At the center of the ecosystem is The Original Black Wall Street Radio Station, a 24/7 digital broadcast platform featuring Old School R&B, talk shows, community programming, and nationally syndicated content.

The station has become a hub for meaningful conversations and cultural storytelling through shows like:

◼️Ask Angela, hosted by Dr. Angela K. Chambers

◼️Community leadership discussions

◼️Entrepreneur spotlights

◼️Nationally syndicated radio programming


Listeners can stream the station online or simply say:

“Alexa, play The Original Black Wall Street.”


The station also serves as a powerful advertising platform for businesses nationwide, helping entrepreneurs reach audiences who value community, culture, and commerce.


Friday, March 13, 2026

Get the Scoop On Southeast Queens Events for the Weekend of 3-13-2026

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Southeast Queens Events This Weekend


This weekend in Southeast Queens we showing major love to the Queens who hold our communities together. From Ladies Night Out and Healing Heart Support Groups to Prom Dress Drives, skating fun, job fairs, and powerful conversations like The Strength of a Woman with Patricia Robinson — the vibe is empowerment, healing, and celebration.

Whether it's soul music at Blu Seafood or vision boards for your next move, our women are the heartbeat of it all.  
Get the Scoop on all the weekend moves: https://www.southeastqueensscoop.com/p/events.html

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Thursday, March 12, 2026

Get The Scoop On The UPLifting Insights Shared By The Dream Team of Empowering Panelists at the Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit 2.0

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Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit Brings Experts Together to Address Health Equity and Economic Empowerment

By Renee Williams and Kamau Austin | For Scoop Publications

Community leaders, physicians, entrepreneurs, technologists, and advocates gathered virtually for the Black Health & Wealth Virtual Summit, an ambitious two-part event designed to address some of the most pressing challenges facing Black communities today: persistent health disparities and the widening racial wealth gap.

Curated and hosted by Kamau Austin, publisher of Southeast Queens Scoop, the Black News Scoop, Minority Business Finance Scoop and other digital publications the summit brought together a diverse group of experts and practitioners to share practical knowledge, lived experiences, and innovative solutions.

The first session focused on health equity and prevention, while the second session explored strategies for building wealth through business ownership, real estate investment, cooperative economics, and access to capital.

Together, the conversations reinforced a powerful message: health and wealth are deeply interconnected pillars of long-term community stability and generational progress.


Prevention and Lifestyle as the Foundation of Health

One of the core themes of the summit was the importance of prevention through lifestyle changes. Afi Okon of the American Obesity Foundation emphasized nutrition education and practical strategies through the organization’s campaign “Let’s Make Healthy Our New Happy.”

Okon stressed that improving community health begins with building food literacy and making small, sustainable dietary adjustments. She encouraged participants to rethink their approach to meals by prioritizing vegetables, reducing sugar and sodium, and viewing food as a form of medicine.

“Half of your plate should be vegetables,” Okon advised, encouraging participants to increase water intake, moderate portions, and reduce highly processed foods.

She also emphasized that health goes beyond diet and includes lifestyle patterns such as sleep, stress management, and consistent movement. Even modest habits such as taking daily walks, stretching, or dancing can significantly improve long-term health outcomes.

You can Learn more about the
American Obesity Foundation Below...

Move To Overcome Obesity TapGo To the American Obesity Foundation

Mental Health and Social Support Systems

Mental health was another key focus of the summit.

Aiysha Simon of Moving Forward Therapy highlighted the importance of understanding mental health as a continuum that includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Simon emphasized that mental health maintenance involves a combination of sleep hygiene, regular physical activity, mindfulness practices, social connection, and balanced nutrition.

“Mental health should be treated like a physical injury,” Simon explained. “If something is wrong, we should seek help, whether from friends, family, or professionals.”

She encouraged participants to use available support systems including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, the SAMHSA treatment hotline, and findtreatment.gov for locating mental health resources.


Autism, Caregiving, and Disability Inclusion

Quentin Mezetin and His 2 Sons On The Autism Spectrum

The summit also addressed the lived experiences of caregivers and families navigating autism spectrum diagnoses.

Quentin Mezetin, founder of I Am Dad, shared his personal journey navigating autism within his family. He described the emotional challenges many families experience following diagnosis, including denial, guilt, and isolation.

Mezetin emphasized the importance of learning advocacy tools such as understanding Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accessing services, and planning long-term transitions for children entering adulthood.

He also discussed the impact of ableism, describing it as systemic barriers and lowered expectations placed on people with disabilities.

“Caregivers must also take care of themselves,” Mezetin advised, encouraging parents to prioritize rest, seek support networks, and plan financially for the future.

Audience members also shared personal experiences, reinforcing the importance of early intervention, community awareness, and inclusive support systems.  To read more articles on Quentin Mezetin Tap or Click Here


Dr. Alexis Donald Represented in Medicine and Inspiring Luxury Publishing
Dr. Alexis Donald Publisher of Mommy I Want to be a Doctor
Trust in Healthcare

Dr. Alexis Donald, a family medicine physician and author, addressed the importance of increasing Black representation in healthcare.

Donald emphasized the importance of preventive care through regular medical visits and monitoring key health indicators such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and A1C levels.

However, she also discussed systemic barriers within the healthcare system—including short appointment times and administrative burdens—that can limit trust between patients and providers.

“Representation matters,” Donald said. “Patients often feel more comfortable when they see providers who understand their culture and experiences.”

Donald also highlighted her children’s book series, "Mommy, I Wanna Be a Doctor", designed to inspire Black children to pursue careers in healthcare and science. Her book is based on her own remarkable journey, this captivating story encourages children to dream big, believe in themselves, and fearlessly pursue their aspirations.

As the first medical doctor in her family, Dr. Alexis has always been driven by a passion for medicine and a desire to make a difference in the world. Her inspiring tale begins with her childhood dreams and takes readers on a heartfelt journey of determination, resilience, and triumph. To 
Order Her Book Click Here or on Amazon.

To see our exclusive interview with Dr. Donald Tap here.


Registered Nurse Shanika Small Addressing the Hidden Epidemic of Chronic Wounds

Shanika Small of Wound Care Warriors shed light on a growing but often overlooked health crisis: chronic wounds and diabetic complications.

Small explained that diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, and venous ulcers can lead to serious complications including infection, gangrene, and amputation if not treated early.

She cited alarming local data indicating that Queens recorded hundreds of below-the-knee amputations in recent years, emphasizing the urgent need for preventative care.

Preventative measures include controlling blood sugar, performing daily foot checks for diabetics, maintaining proper nutrition, wearing protective footwear, and seeking early medical care.

Small also shared her goal of opening a hyperbaric wound care clinic in Southeast Queens to provide specialized treatment and prevention services.  Learn more about Shanika's Wound Care Warriors services below...

Visit Wound Care Warriors

Dr. Tamika Quinn Promotes Health as a Form of Generational Wealth

Dr. Tamika Quinn, founder of Glam Given Life and Motivation and a two-time stroke survivor, delivered one of the summit’s most powerful personal testimonies.

Quinn shared her journey recovering from postpartum strokes and a pulmonary embolism, underscoring how health crises can dramatically impact financial stability.

“When health collapses, wealth often collapses with it,” Quinn explained.

She emphasized that medical emergencies can drain family savings, reduce earning capacity, and place caregiving burdens on loved ones.

Quinn encouraged participants to adopt practical daily habits such as walking regularly, increasing plant-based foods, drinking sufficient water, and prioritizing quality sleep. You can keep in touch with Dr. Quinn at: www.YourFavoriteStrokeSurvivor.com


Technology Innovations Addressing Maternal Health Disparities

Medical Researcher and
AI and App Innovator Renee Williams 

Renee Williams, founder of the AI app and health platform CycleSync, introduced an innovative technology designed to help women monitor reproductive and maternal health.

CycleSync allows users to track symptoms related to menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and menopause. The platform converts self-tracked data and wearable-device information into structured reports that patients can share with their doctors.

Williams emphasized that the platform aims to empower women to better advocate for themselves in healthcare settings and help address maternal health disparities affecting Black women.


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