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It's a bit of a pivot, too. While the original Hawken was a multiplayer, PvP affair that saw you pilot your 20-foot steel contraptions across a variety of game modes, Hawken Reborn will be a purely single-player experience when it releases, with a co-op multiplayer mode "planned for a later date". "By going PvE, it lowers the barrier to entry a little bit with people who might see a PvP game and get discouraged, just because they think they don't have the skill set needed to come in," said senior producer Brian Decker when I asked about the shift to single player, so 505 is "focusing on the PvE, the narrative, the world," at least for now. Sponsored Links If You Need To Relax On Your Computer, You Have To Play This Game. No Install Elvenar The player goes toe-to-toe with another mech in Hawken Reborn. (Image credit: 505 Games) (opens in new tab) Mech warriors "There is something very engaging about playing games, especially mech games, with other people," Decker acknowledged, "So the co-op is our sort of chance to tick that box … to let you enjoy the experience with your friends" and show off the various lethal and cosmetic doodads you've affixed to your mech to someone other than the game's NPCs. 505 says it's "open to other features and systems down the road," too, so it's possible multiplayer modes like Deathmatch, Missile Assault and Siege will return someday. "The sky's the limit on what's to come," said Decker. RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU... CLOSE But at launch, Hawken Reborn will have nine weapons, six missions, five mechs, and one player, with more of each to come as the game progresses along its early access development path, which Decker estimates will last "12 to 18 months". There's also a freeplay Patrol Mode that unlocks after a certain amount of missions, letting you gather resources and test loadouts outside of the main story. The mechs—which function almost as character classes, each filling their own niche—can be tweaked and customised on a pretty granular level. Your mech chassis, as well as its weapons and thrusters, can be upgraded from level one through five, and modded according to a "tech skill tree" that will let you nudge them in a direction of your choosing. An underground cavern filled with industrial architecture and neon signs, from Hawken Reborn. (Image credit: 505 Games) (opens in new tab) You could spec for agility—much like the original game, Hawken Reborn's mechs are pretty light on their feet for bipedal, ambulant battle tanks—or damage, or health, or some other fourth thing. Or if you're me, you can succeed in speccing for 'dying rapidly': Just because your enemies are NPCs doesn't mean they can't hit hard, particularly the ones who have their own mechs. Game director Luigi Fusco emphasises that the plan is to make the game's mechs distinct in both look and feel. "We kind of asked the question, 'What does the Darth Vader mech look like? What does the bounty hunter mech look like? … We wanted to sort of get that characterisation". There's still work to be done on that front, though, hence the early access release. "We're trying to move slightly towards a character-driven mech … we haven't achieved that quite yet, but I think as we go on you'll see that more and more as their abilities come out," said Fusco. A Hawken Reborn mech poses in front of an industrial landscape. (Image credit: 505 Games) (opens in new tab) Mech-ing money It's in the crafting and upgrade system that Hawken Reborn makes its money. Your new mechs, weapons, and other enhancements have to be crafted from schematics, a process that requires materials you'll gain during combat or—if you're so inclined—by purchasing them with real money. "We kind of asked the question, 'What does the Darth Vader mech look like? What does the bounty hunter mech look like? … We wanted to sort of get that characterisation" Luigi Fusco, Game Director 505 is emphatic that Hawken Reborn will have "absolutely no paid loot boxes" and Fusco told me that "The foundational philosophy" of the game's monetisation system "was based on the premise of anything that a player can purchase using real money they must be able to play towards". So nothing—at least right now—is under lock and key behind a paywall. Instead, it's at "the very end of the funnel," meaning you can purchase the crafting materials you can't be bothered to grind for, letting you get your hands on your new toy a little more quickly. That might end up being a bit different for cosmetics, or it might not. When I asked if the new game would adopt a different approach to monetising purely cosmetic upgrades—perhaps paywalling them—Fusco said that the design of that hadn't been "worked out yet". Although cosmetics were in the original Hawken and will, someday, be in Hawken Reborn, they aren't in this early version. "We've been focusing so much on just trying to get the core gameplay loop in there," explained Fusco. Two mechs engage in combat, with damage numbers flying everywhere, in Hawken Reborn. (Image credit: 505 Games) (opens in new tab) It sounds idyllic and unobtrusive, but the proof will be in the pudding. The build of the game I've played doesn't have any monetisation features switched on—they'll be activated when the game goes live—so it's impossible to evaluate right now. When I mentioned Andy Kelly's original Hawken review(opens in new tab) for PC Gamer, and noted that he specifically criticised the game for being slowed down by its "tight-fisted F2P structure," Decker said that 505 was taking a deliberately "cautious approach" to Hawken Reborn's monetisation. "We don't want to lock everything behind paywalls," he said, "Our goal is to be generous". And hey, if you don't like it, you can always let them know. "We just want people to jump in, give it a shot, and give us feedback," said Fusco, "let us know what you liked and what you didn't like". "That's really what we need; it's gold for us". The player's mech is struck by lasers in Hawken Reborn. (Image credit: 505 Games) (opens in new tab) I hope they strike the right balance. There aren't enough mech games in the world, and Hawken's surprisingly agile take on the genre was a special thing even when the original was in the process of shutting up shop on PC. If 505 can make that work in the framework of a monetisation system that doesn't suffocate the game, I'm eager to see it. https://www.pcgamer.com/five-years-later-a-new-hawken-is-coming-to-pc/
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India's Muslim po[CENSORED]tion protests against government brutalities on religious minorities. — AFP/File WASHINGTON: The United States wants India to condemn persistent religious violence, a senior official said Monday, one month before a state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The State Department on Monday released an annual report on religious freedom which listed attacks against religious minorities including Muslims and Christians in the billion-plus nation led by Modi´s Hindu nationalists. A senior US official, briefing reporters on the report on customary condition of anonymity, spoke of India's "vast potential" and said he was "saddened" by the persistence of religious violence. "Regarding these concerns, we're continuing to encourage the government to condemn violence and hold accountable (those) who engage in rhetoric that's dehumanizing towards religious minorities," the official said. The official promised to speak "directly" with Indian officials and said: "We'll continue to work very closely with our civil society colleagues on the ground (and) with courageous journalists that are working every day to document some of these abuses." The State Department report, based on direct research as well as accounts by media and advocacy groups, pointed to concerns about home demolitions against Muslims and public flogging by police of Muslims accused of injuring Hindus in the state of Gujarat. New Delhi has long hit back at American criticism on religious freedom, particularly by the autonomous US Commission on International Religious Freedom, which earlier this month once again recommended that the State Department put India on a blacklist over its record. The report also detailed the state of religious freedoms in Pakistan. "Estimates of the number of forced or coerced conversions vary widely – from as few as five per year to as many as 500," the report mentioned, also citing an NGO Center for Social Justice, which quoted 124 cases of forced and coerced conversions of young women and girls in 2022. It also stated an "increase of 59% over the organisation’s count of 78 cases in the previous year." Under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, as amended, the Secretary of State Antony Blinken, on November 30, had redesignated Pakistan as a "Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) for "having engaged in or tolerated particularly severe violations of religious freedom and announced a waiver of the sanctions that accompany designation in the national interest of the United States," the report mentioned. Later this year Secretary of State Antony Blinken will list "countries of particular concern" on religious freedom but it is virtually certain he will spare India, with which the United States has been building warmer relations for decades, partly as a bulwark against China. Blinken, presenting the report, did not mention India as he voiced alarm by actions by authorities in China, Iran, Myanmar and Nicaragua. "We defend the right to believe — or to not believe — not only because it's the right thing to do, but also because of the extraordinary good that people of faith can do in our societies and around the world," he said. https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1070862-us-calls-on-india-to-condemn-religious-violence
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How is it possible that animals with such different origins as birds, bats and pterosaurs have the same structure that allows them to fly? And why do most marine animals have the same body plan, whether they are fish, reptiles or mammals? As established by the theory of evolutionary synthesis, the variations that occur in po[CENSORED]tions of living beings are subject to selective pressure, which determines whether these variations are fixed as adaptations or discarded. When, over time, adaptations accumulate, significant changes occur in species and groups of living things, which acquire new traits. That is, ultimately, the origin of the differences between the different groups of living beings. But sometimes it happens that groups of living beings of different origin and ancestors acquire similar traits independently. Evolution provides similar solutions to the same problem, in different organisms. This process is called 'evolutionary convergence', and it has given rise to really curious situations. Many marine animals have the same body pattern even though they have different evolutionary origins. — solarseven/iStock Some examples of evolutionary convergences Today, we are all clear that dolphins and whales are mammals. However, it is inevitable to find more similarities between cetaceans and some fish than with other mammals. When looking at the fossil record, animals such as ichthyosaurs are found, whose resemblance to fish is such that they even receive their name, from the Greek ιχθυς, ichthys, 'fish' and σαυρος, sauros, 'lizard'. Fish such as tuna or sailfish share certain traits with dolphins and ichthyosaurs, adaptations that allow them to spend their entire lives in the sea. Large pectoral fins, a caudal fin for propulsion, and a dorsal fin that stabilizes swimming, join a fusiform, hydrodynamic body shape, and tapered head. However, they are animals with very different origins. The closest evolutionary relatives of dolphins and other cetaceans are hippos and ruminants; and ichthyosaurs are reptiles, more closely related to lizards, crocodiles, or birds than to any group of fish. This phenomenon, far from being exceptional, is usually common. Another well-known case is that of the wings. One of the traits that characterize birds is that their forelimbs have evolved into the shape of wings, an adaptation that, along with other modifications to their skeletal, muscular, and respiratory systems, allows most of their species to take flight. It is a capacity that bats also have, a group of mammals more closely related to zebras or tigers than to birds. It is true that, in this case, although the wings of both are formed by the forelimb, their shape is completely different; the surface of the wing in the bird is formed by feathers, while in the bat it is a skin membrane that extends between the fingers. But there are at least two groups of prehistoric animals that, without direct relation to bats —and without even coinciding in time—, have the same type of wing. Bats have the same type of wings as pterosaurs and scanscansoriopterygids — JAH/iStock Pterosaurs arose in the Triassic and became extinct in the Cretaceous. They are not dinosaurs, although they are related to them. And they have, like bats, wings formed by a membrane that extends between the body and the fingers of the forelimbs. Another group, also independent, with the same type of wing was the Scansoriopterygids, a small group of dinosaurs, closely related to birds, and represented by the very strange Yi qi, the dinosaur with the shortest scientific name. Although perhaps the most extraordinary case of evolutionary convergence can be found in the eyes. It is well known that the vertebrate eye has a single evolutionary origin; all vertebrates descend from a common ancestor that existed in the Cambrian period, about 500 million years ago. Our eyes have that origin. But vertebrates are not the only animals with eyes. Insects, arachnids, myriapods, crustaceans, tunicates, flatworms, annelids, and mollusks have eyes, and even some groups of unicellular algae, such as euglenophytes, have a pigmentary spot that performs the function of a highly simplified eye. The evolution of the eye has happened multiple times independently in many groups of living beings, unrelated to each other. And the most fascinating case is probably that of cephalopods and their similarity to the vertebrate eye. The eye of octopuses and squids is formed from the epidermis of the embryo, unlike the case of vertebrates, whose origin of embryonic development is found in the nervous tissue. Furthermore, cephalopods do not have a blind spot. Apart from this, their structure is surprisingly similar: both have a retina, vitreous humor, lens and sclera. The optic nerve of cephalopods is very short, since the information from the eye flows directly into a cerebroid ganglion. Octopuses have eyes similar to those of vertebrates — OscarPaunerRamirez/iStock How can the same organs arise in such different groups? Evolution is not omnipotent. It is not an imaginative entity that deliberately seeks creative solutions to a certain problem. The evolutionary process lacks intentionality, and presents limitations given by biomechanics and phylogeny. The phylogenetic limitation tells us that an organism belonging to a certain lineage, such as a mammal, cannot develop specific organs of a different lineage, such as feathers. The only way to break this rule is for there to be a massive horizontal transfer of genes, for these genes to be successfully integrated into the gene pool of the recipient po[CENSORED]tion, and to be favorably selected. Something very unlikely. However, what can happen is that some pre-existing structure undergoes modifications that end up resembling the structures of another group. This process, in biology, is called analogy. Using the example of wings, pterosaurs, dinosaurs and mammals start from a common pattern, a front leg made up of a humerus, a forearm made up of an ulna and a radius, carpals, metacarpals and phalanges. Each of these groups, independently, can be subjected to the same selective pressure; and given that there is a phylogenetic limitation that does not allow them to develop structures typical of other groups —they will not have insect wings—, and a biomechanical limitation that prevents them from developing impossible structures, it should not be surprising that evolution ends up finding the same solution. the same problem. Even though this problem occurs in different lineages, with a different evolutionary history. References: McGhee, G. R. 2011. Convergent Evolution: The Most Beautiful Constrained Forms. MIT Press. Solomon, E.P. et al. 2013. Biology (9a). Cengage Learning Publishers. Stayton, C. T. 2015. What does convergent evolution mean? The interpretation of convergence and its implications in the search for the limits of evolution. Interface Focus, 5(6), 20150039. DOI: 10.1098/rsfs.2015.0039 Stern, D. L. 2013. The genetic causes of convergent evolution. Nature Reviews Genetics, 14(11), 751-764. DOI: 10.1038/nrg3483 Link: https://www.muyinteresante.es/naturaleza/60256.html
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KTM has presented the renewal of its flagship model, the KTM SMT, which combines touring features and sports performance. The bike features an 889cc LC8c parallel twin engine with 105PS at 8000rpm, a fuel tank designed to improve rider ergonomics, a customizable 5" TFT screen and standard riding modes with an optional setting called TRACK. In addition, it has accessories such as heated grips and the option to add engine brake regulation to the software package (MSR). KTM has presented the renewal of its flagship model, the KTM SMT. This motorcycle has a more defined, attractive and sporty design, combining touring characteristics and unbeatable performance on asphalt. In addition, the legacy of Supermoto has been maintained.The Supermoto bike has the ability to be the ultimate weapon to depend on, but it also has technical features and additions that allow it to expand its touring capabilities. With it you can enjoy the curves in the mountains and you also know that you will take yourself to more distant places. Chris Fillmore, a former AMA Superbike and Supermoto Champion, reveals the potential and limits of the revamped KTM 890 SMT on a climb into the mountains of Sardinia. The American, also a Pikes Peak winner, displayed racing skills that struck him as the ideal thread to show gas lovers and the motorcycle industry what they had been missing and what they had been waiting for. Fillmore revved the 889cc LC8c parallel twin to 105bhp at 8000rpm in the KTM 890 SMT. This engine is the same platform used in the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R model and its variants, with a 20% increase in rotating masses for greater cornering stability and anti-knock control. Twin Dell'Orto 46mm throttle bodies ensure optimal momentum, while the 15.8-litre fuel tank and low fuel consumption of 4.6 litres/100km are impressive. Fillmore pulled the full range of the KTM 790 DUKE engine to break his second Pikes Peak climb record in Colorado, proving that the KTM 890 SMT is also capable of low revs and higher gears. The fuel tank on the KTM 890 SMT has been specifically designed to improve rider ergonomics. Its shape allows the rider to feel more integrated with the bike, with a wide and comfortable contact area, but compact enough to allow fluid movements. In addition, it has a Supermoto style seat and a height of 860 mm. The aerodynamically optimized smoked fairing is located above the double fenders with splash guard. Ready to go the distance or go on the attack? The KTM 890 SMT has a chrome-molybdenum steel frame with geometry similar to KTM ADVENTURE motorcycles, making it agile and stable. The shock is angled to lower the seat height to accommodate the longer swingarm, which contributes to a forward-leaning riding position and straight-line stability. The experience of riding the KTM 890 SMT is exhilarating thanks to its agility, speed and sensitivity. Its WP APEX suspensions are adjustable and perfectly complement the 17" wheels. The Michelin PowerGP tires offer enough grip on slippery asphalt and have been specially selected to adapt to the demands of the bike. The state-of-the-art 5" TFT display is made with optically bonded mineral glass, making it ghost and glare resistant. In addition, it is fully customizable and features an easy-to-use infographic menu system. User configurable according to your preferences. The bike has the option of expanding the standard riding modes with an optional setting called TRACK, which allows the rider to toggle between different throttle and traction control modes through 10 levels. Traction Control (MTC) is an important safety feature that adjusts to six different handlebar positions within a 30mm range. The powerful brakes have four-piston calipers biting down on a 320mm disc at the front and a dual-piston caliper and 260mm disc at the rear. In addition, the bike features Cornering ABS and Supermoto ABS for an excellent level of safety. The bike has a few extras, such as heated grips and the option to add Engine Brake Regulation to the Software Package (MSR), which can improve control in low-grip situations and quickly downshift. QUICKSHIFTER+ and Cruise Control are optional and can be easily activated. The KTMconnect App offers good connectivity with the bike and provides roadside assistance, instruction manuals and a digital maintenance book for checks and maintenance. Despite the great technology that the bike has, its aesthetics are equally impressive. The KTM 890 SMT has Supermoto Tourer styling with sporty wheels and graphics that don't go unnoticed. Its sharp profile makes it stand out on the road, and it also has a complete collection of accessories and clothing to look your best on any getaway. Link: https://www.motorpoint.com/la-ktm-890-smt-una-moto-para-disfrutar-de-las-[CENSORED]s-y-viajar-lejos
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Liverpool´s Brazilian striker Roberto Firmino (C) celebrates with teammates at the end of the English Premier League football match between Leicester City and Liverpool at King Power Stadium in Leicester, central England on May 15, 2023. Liverpool wins 3 - 0 against Leicester City. AFP Liverpool took a step closer to securing a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League with a resounding 3-0 victory over Leicester at the King Power Stadium on Monday. Curtis Jones was the star of the show, netting two goals to lead his team to victory. Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has excelled in his new role as a hybrid right-back and midfielder, capped off another impressive performance with a stunning strike. Liverpool's win brings them within one point of the top four, putting pressure on Newcastle and Manchester United to maintain their positions. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp acknowledged the importance of their winning streak, stating, "It's all we can do. It would be a real shame if they slip and we're not there. So we have to do our job. I think we have qualified for European football, which six weeks ago wasn't in sight." Meanwhile, Leicester City's hopes of staying in the Premier League are dwindling, as they remain two points away from safety with only two matches left to play. Their next game against Newcastle is crucial, as a loss combined with wins for Everton or Leeds could seal their fate. Leicester's defensive weaknesses were exposed once again as Curtis Jones capitalized on a bright start from Liverpool, scoring two goals within three minutes. The visitors' dominance was evident when Luis Diaz raced onto a long ball, allowing Mohamed Salah to deliver a cross for an unmarked Jones to tap in the opener. Jones then showcased his brilliance by controlling Salah's pass and finding the back of the net. The home crowd grew frustrated with their team's performance, and boos echoed throughout the stadium when Cody Gakpo missed a golden opportunity to extend Liverpool's lead to 3-0. Leicester's attacking threat waned as their confidence dwindled. Liverpool's resurgence in form has coincided with Alexander-Arnold's new role as a deep-lying playmaker in midfield. The English international demonstrated his quality by scoring a magnificent goal into the top corner, courtesy of a pass from Salah. Although Salah missed a chance to further increase the lead, Liverpool's three goals ensured they secured at least a spot in the UEFA Europa League next season. With the end of the Premier League season drawing near, Liverpool's pursuit of Champions League football intensifies, while Leicester's top-flight survival hangs by a thread. The upcoming matches will undoubtedly be filled with tension and excitement as the season reaches its climax. https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1070678-liverpool-dominate-leicester-3-0-close-in-on-champions-league-spot
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People form a line as they try to have lunch at Rengatei, a po[CENSORED]r and long-established restaurant specialising in Japanese-style Western dishes, at Ginza district in Tokyo, Japan March 16, 2023. TOKYO, March 16 (Reuters) - Nearly everything about South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's first summit with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo will be scrutinised for signs of warmer bilateral ties, including a shared meal of a Tokyo classic called omurice. The dish, whose name is a mash-up of omelette and rice, has become the talk of the town since Japan's Fuji TV reported on Monday of a hushed plan for Kishida to treat Yoon at Rengatei, the storied but no-frills restaurant that invented it. Link: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/omurice-comfort-food-japanese-koreans-symbol-warmer-ties-2023-03-16/
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PTI Chairman Imran Khan is delivering a video message in Lahore, on May 15, 2023, in this still taken from a video. — Twitter/@ImranKhanPTI LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has blamed the “agencies men” for arson and shooting in some areas during the May 9 violent protests, which were triggered following his arrest in the Al-Qadir Trust case. In a tweet from his official handle on Monday, the former premier said his party has “ample amount of evidence” to prove that agencies’ men carried out arson and shootings during the protests to blame it on PTI. His statement comes shortly after the military’s top brass vowed to try protesters and their abettors under relevant laws, including the Pakistan Army Act and the Official Secrets Act, after PTI workers and supporters stormed military installations on May 9, which the army dubbed as “Black Day”. The decision came during a Special Corps Commanders Conference (CCC) held at the General Headquarters with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir in the chair, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Following the arrest of Khan, who has criticised the military since his ouster in April last year, the PTI workers stormed the military installations and ransacked the Lahore’s Corps Commander house, originally known as Jinnah House, among other public properties. “The forum expressed [a] firm resolve that those involved in these heinous crimes against the military installations and personal/ equipment will be brought to justice through trials under relevant laws of Pakistan including Pakistan Army Act and Official Secrets Act,” the statement mentioned. Without referring to the military’s statement, the PTI chief wrote: “We have ample amount of evidence to present to any independent inquiry that the arson and in some places shootings were done by agencies men who wanted to cause mayhem and blame it on PTI so the current crackdown would be justified.” In a video statement, Khan said the government buildings and the Lahore Corps Commander’s House were ransacked under the “organised conspiracy”. He said miscreants were infiltrated into the PTI protesters and instigated his workers, video evidence of which he said available with the party. “I want an independent inquiry [into the vandalism]..,” he said adding that this was all being done under the “London plan” to ban his party and put all the leaders behind bars. Earlier in another tweet, he also shared videos stating that PTI Punjab chapter President Dr Yasmin Rashid and her sisters “clearly telling the protesters not to harm Jinnah house”. “Clearly this was all stage managed by those who wanted to use this as a pretext to further crackdown on PTI, jail our workers and senior leadership along with me so that the assurances given to NS [Nawaz Sharif] in the London plan could be honoured,” he alleged. Meanwhile, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders poured scorn on the government ally party Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUIF) of Maulana Fazlur Rehman for violating Section 144 and breaking through the gates of the Red Zone and the Supreme Court of Pakistan. PTI’s Central Information Secretary Farrukh Habib, senior leader Hammad Azhar and party’s Islamabad region President Ali Nawaz Awan said Fazl’s trained militia violated Section 144 and broke the gates of the Red Zone and occupied the gates of the Supreme Court, but neither the army nor Islamabad police could be seen anywhere. “A religious militia that is also a government ally party has attacked the Supreme Court of Pakistan. The police stood by and allowed the seminary student to climb onto the SC gates. There are strong clues that the arson and rioting in the aftermath of Imran Khan’s arrest was also perpetrated by individuals that were planted in the peaceful crowd in civilian attire. This was followed by strong shooting at the protestors leading to dozens of deaths,” tweeted Hammad. In a statement, Ali Awan said despite imposition of Section 144, the Islamabad police were facilitating the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) sit-in in front of the apex court. He said that according to Article 245 of the Constitution, the security of the Red Zone was entrusted to the Pakistan Army, but ironically the security personnel were seen nowhere. Meanwhile, the PTI issued special instructions to its lawmakers and ticket-holders to provide full legal assistance to the martyred, injured and arrested party workers during the peaceful protests across the country. Acting Secretary General Umar Ayub Khan issued a circular in this regard. It was instructed that the PTI would provide all legal assistance to its martyred, injured and detained workers. In this regard, all former PTI members of National and Provincial Assembly and ticket-holders would make all arrangements for the legal assistance. According to the PTI Central Media Department here, the “imported government” had started breaking all limits of cruelty, and by putting senior PTI leaders in jail, they deliberately started playing with their lives. It said PTI Senior Vice President Dr Shireen Mazari’s health had deteriorated rapidly, accusing the federal government and the jail administration of criminal negligence regarding her health and treatment. Her family approached the Islamabad High Court for treatment and Dr Mazari’s daughter Iman Mazari submitted a formal written petition in high court, requesting for her immediate medical examination and transfer to a hospital for treatment. She was picked up from her residence in Islamabad around 2:30 on May 12. Commenting on a fiery speech of so-called leader of the opposition in the National Assembly Raja Riaz, Farrukh Habib said the conscience-selling characters like him had turned the National Assembly into an auction house. “People will make Imran Khan prime minister again and Raja Riaz’s poll security in Faisalabad will be forfeited by the people and it will be made a symbol of political lesson,” https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1070819-agencies-men-involved-in-may-9-attacks-imran
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Find out which movie he was about to star in, why 4 is his favorite number and more details. The singer Beyoncé has become one of the most important artists in the music industry worldwide thanks to her successes and the love of her fans with each album she releases. For this reason, we bring you some of the curiosities of the American artist that you may not have known. Beyoncé curiosities that perhaps you did not know Darlette Johnson, her childhood dance teacher, was in charge of discovering Beyoncé's singing talent. At the age of 7, he won a singing contest performing John Lennon's 'Imagine' against 15- and 16-year-old teenagers. At the age of 12, he compiled with a group on a music program, but they were eliminated. Although it seems to be tall, it is not so tall, since the singer measures 1.69. The artist began her musical career in shape with the group 'Destiny's Child' along with singers Kelly Rowland, LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Roberson. Her favorite number is 4, which she has tattooed in a Roman numeral on one of her fingers, because it is very present in her life, being the date of her birthday, her husband the producer Jay Z, her mother and even that of his marriage. Beyoncé is the artist with the most gramophones in history, achieving 32 awards in her entire musical career. The singer was the opening act for artist Christina Aguilera. Her favorite movie is 'A Star Is Born' and she was almost in charge of starring in the remake of the film, which Lady Gaga ended up doing. The video clip of his hit 'Single Ladies' was the cheapest he made in his musical career. Beyoncé and her international tour after years of musical absence The artist was away from the music scene for six years and upon her return she released her seventh studio album entitled "Renaissance", with which she also announced her international tour confirming dates in the United States and Europe.The tour begins in May and it is expected that he will then announce dates for Latin America and visit Colombia and captivate his fans with his successes and amazing performance. Link: https://www.canalrcn.com/super-like/musica/curiosidades-de-beyonce-que-quizas-no-conocias-173249
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"Where is Allah?" Indeed this lecture is so great. Enjoy the lecture and as always listen with an open mind and an open heart. May Allah guide us to that which is the authentic truth and keep us firm upon it once we have found it. Ameen! https://waytotruth.net/en/books/where-is-allah-63
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Nick Movie: Book Club: The Next Chapter (2023) Time: 11 May 2023 Netflix / Amazon / HBO?: Amazon Duration of the movie: 1h 47m Trailer:
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Musician Name: Zakir Hussain Birthday / Location: Maharashtra, India / 09|04|1951 Main instrument: Tabla Musician Picture : Musician Awards & Nominations: Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan Best Performance: Tabla solo ,Kaash and Dont Look Away Other Information: /
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Live Performance Title: DD Osama "Upnow" Open Mic Signer Name: DD Osama Live Performance Location: Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. Official YouTube Link: Your Opinion About the Track (Music Video):
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Artist:Natalie Imbruglia Real Name:Natalie Birth Date /Place:February 4, 1975 (age 47 years), Sydney, Australia Age:47 Social status (Single / Married):Married Artist Picture: Musical Genres:Pop Awards:MTV Video Music Award for Best New Artist Top 3 Songs (Names):Natalie Imbruglia Greatest Hits - Torn, Wrong Impression, Shiver, Smoke - Full Album - YouTube Other Information:Imbruglia grew up in Berkeley Vale, New South Wales and attended Mater Dei College. At fifteen, she moved to Sydney with her family and studied ballet, tap and Highland dancing. Imbruglia appeared in Australian television commercials for Coca-Cola and the Australian snack Twisties.
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Musician Name: French Montana Birthday / Location: November 9 1984 Casablanca Main instrument: - Musician Picture: Musician Awards & Nominations: Billboard Music Awards - Grammy Awards - iHeartRadio Music Awards - Teen Choice Awards Best Performance: French Montana - Unforgettable ft. Swae Lee 1.4Md Vues Other Information: -
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Artist: Nucleya Real Name: Udyan Sagar Birth Date /Place: 07|12|1979 UP- India Age: 42 Social status (Single / Married): Married Artist Picture: Musical Genres: EDM, Bass Music, Moombahton, Hip Hop and Indian Pop Awards: Global Indian Music award, FilmFare Award and Mirchi Music award Top 3 Songs (Names): Aaja, Mumbai Dance and Heer Other Information:In 1998 he co-founded Bandish Projekt with Mayur Narvekar and Mehirr Nath Choppra. In 2007, Udyan left Bandish Projekt after working with Mayur for about 12 years, and rebuilt himself as "Nucleya". After leaving Bandish Projekt his career struggled quite a bit initially. He drew inspiration from South Indian film music and Indian street music,and released his first EP "Koocha Monster" in 2013. In 2015, Nucleya launched his debut album, "Bass Rani", at a Ganpati visarjan on the streets of Mumbai. 2016 marked the release of "Raja Baja", and 2019 marked the release of "Tota Myna". In 2021, he released an EP titled "Baaraat" in collaboration with Ritviz. His songs have been po[CENSORED]r in the independent music scene in India.
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iQoo Neo 7 5G equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC was launched in India in February this year. Now, the Vivo sub-brand is reportedly gearing up to unveil the iQoo Neo 7T 5G in the country as its pricing details and key specifications have surfaced online. The upcoming Neo 7 series smartphone is said to be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. The iQoo Neo 7T 5G is expected to debut in the Rs. 35,000 bracket. It could be backed by a 5,000mAh battery as well. Tipster Paras Guglani (@passionategeekz), in collaboration with TheTechOutlook, leaked the pricing and key specifications of the iQoo Neo 7T 5G. As per the leak, the handset could be priced between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 35,000 in India. It is said to be offered in blue and an unknown colour option. iQoo Neo 7T 5G specifications (expected) The iQoo Neo 7T 5G is said to run on Android 13 out of the box and feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display. The upcoming handset could be powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC with 8GB and 12GB RAM options. It is tipped to come with 256GB of onboard storage. iQoo Z7x With Snapdragon 695 SoC, 6,000mAh Battery Launched: All Details iQoo is expected to pack a 50-megapixel primary rear camera sensor on the iQoo Neo 7T 5G with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) support. Further, it could be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. PlayUnmute Fullscreen iQoo Neo 8 Series Launch Date and Design Revealed: See Here The iQoo Neo 7 5G was launched in India in February with an initial price tag of Rs. 29,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. It features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz fresh rate and is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC with up to 12GB RAM and up to 256GB of inbuilt storage. A triple rear camera unit, led by the 64-megapixel primary sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging are the other specifications https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iqoo-neo-7t-5g-price-in-india-between-rs-30000-35000-specifications-features-leak-4034932
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Google’s annual developers conference, I/O, is taking place in Mountain View, California, on Wednesday. Google shows off what its internal teams have been working on over the past year. This cycle is expected to be particularly heavy on artificial intelligence and so-called language models, the hottest part of the technology industry. Google kicked off its I/O developers conference at 1 p.m. EST where the Alphabet-owned firm announced new gadgets and software, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence. Here are some of the highlights from Google’s keynote: The new PaLM 2 large language model for A.I. New A.I. writing tools for Gmail Immersive view for Google Maps Google adds new features to Bard chatbot and removes the waitlist Google’s A.I. is coming to Docs, Sheets and Slides Google is bringing generative A.I. to Search The Google Pixel 7a budget Android phone Google’s Pixel Tablet launches Wednesday, starting at $499 The $1,799 Pixel Fold folding phone https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/10/google-io-2023-live-updates.html
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Nvidia RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation Nvidia RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation (Image credit: PNY) Nvidia's RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation graphics card targets compact workstations, so it's unlikely that you'll find it on the list of best graphics cards for gaming. That doesn't mean that the graphics card sucks, though. A recent review from the Japanese publication Jisaku Hibi(opens in new tab) shows the RTX 4000 SFF performing very close to a GeForce RTX 3060 Ti with 65% lower power consumption. The RTX 4000 SFF comes with the AD104 silicon, which powers the GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti. However, the RTX 4000 SFF's die only has 48 fully-enabled Streaming Multiprocessors (SMs) out of the 60. This puts the Ada Lovelace graphics card's CUDA core count at 6,144, 4.5% more than a GeForce RTX 4070 but 20% less than the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti. In addition, the RTX 4000 SFF is a workstation graphics card with a small form factor; therefore, gaming isn't its top priority. At 70W, the RTX 4000 SFF comes with very modest clock speeds. The graphics card operates with a 1,290 MHz base clock and can boost up to 1,565 MHz. However, the amount of memory on the RTX 4000 SFF is its strongest suit. The graphics card comes with a whopping 20GB of GDDR6 memory. Sponsored Links If You Need To Spend Time On Your Computer, You Have To Play This Game. No Install Elvenar Sadly, the memory bandwidth doesn't do the graphics card justice. Limited to a 160-bit memory interface, the RTX 4000 SFF's 14 Gbps GDDR6 memory chips can only deliver a memory bandwidth of up to 280 GB/s. Jisaku Hibi's gaming-focused review on the RTX 4000 SFF puts the Ada-based graphics card through its paces in 15 titles, such as Cyberpunk 2077, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, Death Stranding, and others. The publication tested the RTX 4000 SFF across three resolutions with different image fidelity settings. Nvidia RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation Benchmarks Graphics Card 1920 x 1080 Gaming 2560 x 1440 Gaming 3840 x 2160 Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 155% 164% 170% GeForce RTX 3070 121% 126% 133% GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 110% 113% 0% RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation 100% 100% 100% GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 83% 86% 0% GeForce RTX 3050 (∼ RTX A2000) 61% 62% 0% The GeForce RTX 4070 outperformed the RTX 4000 SFF by a considerable margin. The last-generation GeForce RTX 3070 had no problems besting the Ada-powered workstation graphics card, either. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, a SKU Nvidia is rumored to be discontinued, was a bit faster than the RTX 4000 SFF, the margins were less than 15%. It shows goes to show the prowess of Nvidia’s Ada Lovelace architecture. Remember that the the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is a 200W graphics card. Therefore, it is very impressive how the margin between the RTX 4000 SFF and the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti wasn’t very significant despite the former having a 65% lower TDP. The GeForce RTX 3060, which is a 170W SKU, isn’t a pushover, either. Nonetheless, the RTX 4000 SFF surpassed the Ampere graphics card by a comfortable margin (20% average). When it comes to generation-over-generation uplifts, the RTX 4000 SFF, on average, was about 70% faster than the RTX A2000, whose performance is similar to that of the mainstream GeForce RTX 3050. The RTX 4000 SFF has a MSRP of $1,250 so no one in their mind would purchase it for gaming. Nonetheless, it’s good to know that the RTX 4000 SFF is a capable gaming graphics card when professionals need to take some R&R time from their work. https://www.tomshardware.com/news/rtx-4000-sff-benchmarked