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In a detailed statement published by the state news agency SPA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia reiterated the Kingdom's firm stance against what it characterized as continual Israeli transgressions of international law and resolutions of international legitimacy. The ministry underscored its condemnation of Israel's recent decision to expand settlements in the West Bank, emphasizing the serious repercussions of such actions.   The statement highlighted that these violations not only contravene established international norms but also jeopardize the prospects for achieving lasting peace in the region. Saudi Arabia expressed deep concern that these unilateral measures by Israel would exacerbate tensions, escalate conflicts, and destabilize both regional and global security and stability.   Furthermore, the ministry emphasized the detrimental impact of such provocative acts on the efforts aimed at fostering dialogue and negotiation for a sustainabl

 On June 28, the Government announced that Deputy National Security Advisor Vikram Misri would assume the role of Foreign Secretary starting July 15. This appointment marks a significant transition in India's diplomatic leadership, as Mr. Misri prepares to succeed current Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra.   Vikram Misri, an experienced diplomat and a former Indian ambassador to China, brings a wealth of expertise in international relations, particularly in navigating complex India-China dynamics. His tenure as Deputy National Security Advisor has equipped him with strategic insights crucial for steering India's foreign policy agenda.   The Personnel Ministry formally declared Mr. Misri's appointment, stating, “Appointment of Vikram Misri, IFS (1989), Deputy National Security Advisor in the National Security Council Secretariat to the post of Foreign Secretary w.e.f. 15th July 2024 vice Shri Vinay Kwatra.” This announcement underscores the government&

 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia occupies a strategically unique geographical position, where Europe, Africa, and Asia converge. Throughout history, Saudi Arabia has capitalized on its location along global trade routes, evolving from camel caravans to thriving maritime commerce. In the era of aviation, this strategic location will play a pivotal role in supporting the country's ongoing economic and social transformation. Central to Saudi Vision 2030, the development of the Kingdom's aviation ecosystem serves as a catalyst for economic diversification, offering sustainable career opportunities for young Saudis, and enriching society as a whole. The Saudi Aviation Strategy (SAS), launched in 2020 with substantial investments totaling $100 billion from government and private sectors, aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global leader in aviation. By expanding connectivity across 29 airports to over 250 destinations, the strategy targets a tripling of annual passenger traffic to 330 mil

On a mild February evening in Sydney, a cloaked figure approached a line of venerable trees, tool in hand, hidden under the guise of darkness.   Under the shroud of night, the individual purportedly attempted to harm nine of the cherished fig trees that have stood sentinel over Balmoral Beach for more than a century.   "It stirs deep emotions within me," reflects local mayor Carolyn Corrigan, recalling the assault. "When I envision Balmoral without those figs, it's truly unimaginable."   In recent times, a series of similar incidents across Sydney's verdant and affluent neighborhoods has puzzled a nation with a strong bond to its natural landscapes. Scores of trees have been callously felled, drilled into, poisoned, or stripped bare, conveniently unveiling coveted harbor vistas that significantly boost property prices.   "It's an act of selfishness and greed, plain and simple," asserts John Moratelli, an advocate for envir

 An Indiana mom is making waves online by revealing her unconventional approach to Mother's Day. Rather than celebrating her own mother or mother-in-law on the designated day, she chooses to honor them on separate occasions. Her reasoning? To carve out a space for herself to truly relish the holiday.   In a TikTok video garnering 2.1 million views, Emily Wehner explained her stance, acknowledging it might stir controversy. She emphasized that her priority lies in the intensive task of mothering she's currently engaged in.   Wehner's message is clear: Mother's Day should prioritize the mothers in the thick of parenting, not necessarily the grandmothers. This perspective stems from her own experience of feeling sidelined on her first Mother's Day, consumed by arranging grandparent visits and neglecting her own needs.   Thus, she instituted what she calls "Mother's Day Rules" to ensure she gets the chance to pamper herself and fully embrace

 Dublin and New York City have forged a live, visual bond through an innovative artistic endeavor known as "The Portal."   This groundbreaking installation boasts a street-side sculpture that offers a continuous, real-time livestream showcasing both Dublin and New York, regardless of where you are.   These twin portals stand as pillars of a larger public art initiative designed to bridge communities across the Atlantic Ocean using cutting-edge technology.   The sculpture serves as a conduit for immediate interaction among Dubliners, New Yorkers, and all those who traverse these bustling cities.   Positioned on Dublin's iconic O'Connell Street, the portal captures the essence of the city, including landmarks like the GPO and the Spire.   Meanwhile, its counterpart in New York City resides within the vibrant Flatiron South Public Plaza, nestled amid the bustling intersection of Broadway, Fifth Avenue, and 23rd Street.   The unveiling of this

  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