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  On Tax Day this year in the US, falling on April 15th, a slew of businesses including Krispy Kreme, GrubHub, Potbelly, Arby's, Dave & Buster's, California Pizza Kitchen, BJ's Restaurant, TGI Fridays, Paris Baguette, Grimaldi's, and Hooters are rolling out discounts and freebies, as reported by USA Today. Krispy Kreme sweetens the deal by offering a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts at the price of sales tax to customers who purchase one Original Glazed. Meanwhile, Hooters tantalizes taste buds with a free dessert valued at up to $6.99 or 10 free wings with the purchase of Dos Equis draft beers and Legendary Margaritas priced at $4. GrubHub gets in on the action by providing a $15 discount for the first 1,000 customers who redeem the code TAXBREAK and spend over $25 on April 15th. As for Potbelly and Arby's, they're serving up free sandwiches on the big day. And if you're in the mood for some gaming fun, Dave & Buster's slashes prices wit

 Intel made a splash at the kickoff of its Vision 2024 conference by introducing the Gaudi 3 AI processing chip. This new chip is tailor-made to turbocharge AI tasks on a large scale within businesses, boasting superior speed compared to Nvidia's H100 GPU, the current gold standard in the industry.   Built upon the same architecture and core principles as its predecessor, Gaudi 3 distinguishes itself by leveraging TSMC's cutting-edge 5nm manufacturing process, a significant leap from the 7nm process utilized in Gaudi 2. This enhancement translates to heightened efficiency and performance.   Equipped with up to 128GB of HBM2e memory, Gaudi 3 boasts an impressive bandwidth of 3.7 TB/s and operates within a power envelope of 900W. During its presentation, Intel presented benchmark comparisons pitting Gaudi 3 against Nvidia's leading H100 GPU, showcasing performance disparities across various large language models such as LLAMA2-7B, LLAMA2-13B, and GPT-3 175B. Impressiv

 Germany is currently being accused before the highest judicial body of the United Nations for its alleged complicity in enabling genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, in collaboration with its close ally, Israel.   Nicaragua has brought forth its case to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), urging the court to implement urgent measures to halt Germany's provision of weaponry and other support to Israel. Carlos Jose Francisco Arguello Gomez, the Nicaraguan Ambassador to The Netherlands and leader of Nicaragua’s delegation, emphasized in his opening statement that grave violations of international humanitarian law, including acts of genocide, are openly occurring in Palestine. He stressed the significance of the case, highlighting its profound impact on the lives of hundreds of thousands and the perilous threat it poses to an entire population. Gomez urged other nations to refrain from aiding the perpetrator, asserting that Germa

 A group of German civil servants has taken a bold stance by reaching out to Chancellor Olaf Scholz and other high-ranking officials, urging an immediate halt to arms deliveries to the Israeli government. The call is grounded in grave concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza, which they assert violate not only international law but also the principles enshrined in Germany's own Constitution. In a meticulously crafted statement, these civil servants highlight the disturbing findings of the International Court of Justice, which recently deemed Israel's military operations in Gaza as potentially constituting acts of genocide. The gravity of this assessment prompts the civil servants to invoke their duty as federal employees to uphold the law and to demand an end to their government's complicity in these alleged crimes. This impassioned plea is not merely a symbolic gesture. Backed by approximately 600 supporters within their ranks, the civil servants have meticulously built

The upcoming strikes on the London Underground, scheduled to commence next week, have been called off as announced by the train driver's union, Aslef.   Aslef stated that their members will not proceed with the planned 24-hour walkout on April 8th and May 4th.   According to a spokesperson from Aslef, significant progress has been made in resolving crucial issues through negotiation, eliminating the necessity for strikes.   Transport for London (TfL) had cautioned that Tube strikes would severely disrupt services across the network, affecting Londoners.   Nick Dent, the director of customer operations for London Underground, expressed satisfaction at the cancellation of the industrial action, emphasizing their commitment to collaborating with trade unions to prevent disruptions and address concerns.   London Mayor Sadiq Khan hailed the news as a positive development for the city's residents.   Following a series of discussions facilitated by the concil

 NATO's chief, Jens Stoltenberg, has issued a rallying cry for unity between the United States and Europe as the Western military alliance commemorates its 75th anniversary under the shadows of a belligerent Russia and the looming specter of Donald Trump's potential return to power.   The Kremlin's bold incursion into Ukraine in 2022 served as a wake-up call for NATO, presenting one of its gravest challenges since its inception post-World War II to counter the Soviet threat.   In response, NATO has fortified its presence in Eastern Europe and expanded its membership to 32 countries with the inclusion of Finland and Sweden. However, while the conflict with Russia has refocused NATO's attention to the East, there's another concern gripping allies in the West – the prospect of Trump's return to the White House.   Stoltenberg emphasized the necessity of transatlantic cooperation, stating, "I do not believe in America alone, just as I don’t believe i

  South America, the southern division of the Americas, stands as one of the most tranquil continents globally, having been devoid of armed conflicts since the turn of the 21st century. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and north, and the Caribbean Sea to the northwest. Population Dynamics in South America As per estimations provided by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs Population Division, South America's populace surpassed 434 million in 2021. While this figure is eclipsed by the populations of individual nations such as India and China, it underscores the region's significant demographic presence. With an expansive land area of 17,840,000 square kilometers (6,890,000 square miles), South America ranks as the fourth largest continent, trailing behind only Asia, Africa, and North America. In terms of population, it occupies the fifth position globally, following Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America.

When Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Russian dissident Alexei Navalny, addressed the European Parliament recently, her message was clear: to defeat Putin, innovation and a departure from the mundane are imperative. Such qualities may not typically characterize European politicians, yet they are now compelled to adopt a fresh perspective, not only to bolster support for Ukraine but also to exert greater pressure on Russia. The looming prospect of a Donald Trump presidency casts uncertainty over the continent, prompting concerns about America's sustained backing for Ukraine. A $60 billion package of US military aid for Ukraine remains stalled in the House of Representatives, while Russian forces, better equipped, are gaining ground against their Ukrainian counterparts on the battlefield. Two years following Russia's extensive invasion of Ukraine, European capitals have largely maintained their political support for Kyiv. In January, the European Union endorsed a €50 billion package

  What is Mechatronics Engineering? Mechatronics engineering is the design of computer-controlled electromechanical systems. The essence of it is that the design of the mechanical system must be performed together with the design of the electrical/electronic and computer control aspects that together, comprise a complete system. Some examples of mechatronic systems include: a CD or DVD player; a computer hard disc drive; a fly-by-wire aircraft control system; and an anti-lock braking system (ABS). Each of these products is essentially mechanical in nature, but could not function without the integral design of the electrical and computer control systems that are critical to their operation. Mechatronics engineering undergraduate program  The mechatronics program at the University of Waterloo is administered by the department of mechanical and mechatronics engineering. The courses taken in the mechatronics program differ significantly from those taken in the mechanical engineer

In a noteworthy announcement on January 20th, the National Capital Commission (NCC) declared the eagerly anticipated reopening of Canada's famed Rideau Canal Skateway, recognized as the world's largest natural ice skating rink. After a hiatus of two years, this 7.8-kilometer (4.9-mile) marvel, which initially welcomed skaters over half a century ago, is set to unveil its frosty expanse to the public on Sunday morning. Nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, the Rideau Canal Skateway stands as a prominent attraction for both locals and visitors alike, particularly drawing enthusiasts seeking the exhilaration of outdoor skating amid the typically frigid Canadian winters. Last year, however, the skateway experienced an unprecedented closure in the winter of 2023, attributed to the scarcity of ice. The NCC, entrusted with the maintenance and operation of the skateway, attributed this closure to the effects of climate change, as a mild w

Southern Europe, stretching from the western regions to the eastern areas, is grappling with the adverse impacts of intense snowstorms. In Spain, the repercussions of storm Juan have led to the closure of numerous vital motorways. Provinces such as Soria, Segovia, Zaragoza, and Guadalajara have been particularly affected by freezing temperatures and substantial snowfall, prompting authorities to elevate the alert status for nearly half of the country. Meanwhile, in Carinthia, a region in southern Austria, the onset of snowstorms was preceded by rainfall, contributing to treacherously slippery road conditions. This precipitation-induced scenario has resulted in widespread traffic disruptions and chaos. Top of Form