At the beginning of the year, Pizza Salvatoré, already known for its dynamism on TikTok, is offering all its customers the chance to become a detective to solve a mystery as entertaining as it is captivating. In collaboration with gamification agency Charlie Tango, the company launches an interactive experience on TikTok and invites the general public to take part in this unique adventure.
Your mission begins as soon as you order a medium pizza from one of the 73 branches in Quebec. Each box becomes a starting point with a QR code that leads to a web application that accompanies you on your search. To unravel the threads of the investigation, you'll have to delve into Salvatoré's TikTok universe, where videos created specifically for the game await you.
The Salvatoré mystery revolves around a strange pizza a customer receives with pepperoni forming a question mark. With the help of the best pizza crime investigator, PP Ronny, you are invited to find the culprit of this strange situation that apparently happened back in the 80s…
If you complete the survey and share a photo of yourself on your social media, you'll have the chance to win weekly prizes and maybe even the tempting grand prize: free pizza for a whole year.
Join us on this unique adventure and share the fun with Pizza Salvatoré!
Élisabeth Abbatiello, Vice President of Communications and Public Relations at Pizza Salvatoré, explains: “This creative Charlie Tango campaign fits perfectly with our vision of highlighting creativity and innovation, thereby strengthening our brand image.” We are pleased to offer our guests this unique experience and to create a real Salvatoré community. »
For some time now, the National Museum of Fine Arts of Quebec (MNABQ) has set up a conversation agent for 10 works, thanks in particular to artificial intelligence. This digital device makes it possible to reimagine the museum experience for visitors and offer them a complementary tool.
The National Museum of Fine Arts of Quebec developed the first version of the chatbot in 2022, followed by a first project in early 2023.
“With the introduction of ChatGPT, we were able to use generative intelligence and everything changed,” reveals Marie-Hélène Raymond, digital strategy coordinator at the Musée national des beaux-arts de Québec.
“We no longer had to imagine all the questions and possible answers. »
As with any innovation project, the museum had to adapt as technology evolved.
The test phase extends throughout the spring.
“A complementary tool”
For the museum, the conversation agent is not there to replace the role of a guide.
“Guided tours will continue to be available,” says Ms. Raymond.
In their opinion, this device is a supplementary aid for visitors.
“For example, if there is no tour at the desired time or you are embarrassed to ask questions in the group, the system is an option,” she explains.
Attention spans have evolved since the introduction of this digital device.
“On average, people spend between 3 and 15 seconds in front of a work. Because of the user testing that’s been done, people are now staying there a lot longer,” she notes.
In practice
The prototype was initially expanded to include ten works in the MNBAQ collection rooms.
The conversation agent is not limited to simple questions and answers.
“It is possible to talk about your feelings. The device can make connections between our feelings and information about work,” explains Ms. Raymond.
Specifically, a pictogram is indicated next to each work. To do this, a code must be scanned with your cell phone.
The conversation agent developed by MNAB can be viewed as a complementary tool for visitors. Photo credit: Courtesy of MNABQ, Louis Hébert
“A splash page opens. All you have to do is take a photo of the work for the chatbot to recognize it. The latter offers an initial text,” she explains.
You can then ask any questions you want or your feelings, either verbally like a voice message or directly in writing.
The selection of works to be selected
Ultimately, the selection of works was not made solely based on the location of the rooms.
There we find, among other things, “The Raft of Medusa” by Adad Hannah and “The Unicorn Rooster” by Jean Dallaire.
“These are primarily works about which we have a lot of information. “The work files are complete and we know a lot about the artist,” she says.
“The more we feed the model, the more it can tell us about the work at hand. »
“The MNABQ chatbot is not open to the World Wide Web like ChatGPT. We don’t want our device to make mistakes or search on a website that has not been approved by the museum,” she adds.
In other words: The contents of the device remain authentic.
In the future, the museum plans to expand the conversation agent to include other works.
“We will later use it in the higher rooms for decorative arts and Inuit art, as well as 10 new works. “We will certainly do the same for L'Hommage à Rosa Luxembourg,” she reveals.
“This device is so easy to access. We can approach work in any way that suits our needs and knowledge. This enables a completely different and, above all, personalized approach to work,” summarizes Marie-Hélène Raymond.
This article was written by Local Journalism Initiative reporter Anne Charlotte Gillain.
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Scrambled tofu, sweet potato puree with saffron, lentils with chutney, all to be enjoyed with small savory pancakes, what do you think? Vegan friends, this is for you (and everyone else!).
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This thali is the brunch staple at Tula, a lovely vegan Indian restaurant that has been in business in Mile End for just over a year. For good reason: The plate offers a delicious selection of small dishes from different regions of India with unique flavors and oh-so-typical spices. On this generous platter, consisting of eight small bowls into which to dip lentil pancakes, we also find cumin potatoes, a coconut chutney with freshly ground spices, a black chickpea salad and yellow lentils with South Indian spices.
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The Tula Thali
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The Bombay sandwich is a kind of delicious Indian club.
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Another classic: lentil idlis, served with two sauces
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The gluten-free plate will, in our humble opinion, satisfy two appetizers. And let's just say that there is hardly anything better for a slightly different brunch that is original, varied and authentic! This one will definitely take you on a journey.
If you want to try something different, the original menu also offers a Bombay sandwich, a kind of Indian club consisting of five vegetables (potatoes, beets, peppers, tomatoes, etc.), a cheerful and hearty mix of textures that allows you to make your own be swallowed themselves.
Another specialty here: lentil idlis, small pancakes made from fermented lentils, steamed, a bit dry, let's be honest, if strangely nutritious, this time for dipping into coconut chutney or lentil soup.
PHOTO HUGO-SÉBASTIEN AUBERT, THE PRESS
A lovely address in Mile End, Tula, opened last year.
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Abhishek Saraswat Arun also has two other addresses in Toronto.
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To top it all off, don't miss the surprising and delicious golden turmeric latte and especially the deliciously spicy masala chai with oat milk.
We owe this menu to Abhishek Saraswat Arun, some of whose recipes come from his mother. Originally from Bombay (Mumbai), he initially settled in Toronto, where this time he opened two non-vegan restaurants (Khau Gully), which we promise to try out when we're in the area. Its mission is to offer Montrealers authentic and healthy Indian cuisine that is extremely varied, rich in flavors, (vegetable) proteins and other nutrients and goes beyond the endless naan breads and other samosas. Furthermore, “tula” means “balance” in Sanskrit.
Note for those interested: Tula also offers a thali at lunchtime during the week (always vegan and gluten-free). The menu changes every month to offer foodies a greater variety of specialties.
Brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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TAIPEI, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The highly anticipated AORUS 16X, a brand new 16-inch AI gaming laptop introduced by the world's leading computer brand GIGABYTE, is now available. Powered by the latest 14th Gen Intel Core™ HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 40 laptop GPU, the AORUS 16X sets a new performance standard. Equipped with GIGABYTE's AI Nexus technology, it optimizes power management and gaming performance while improving generative AI applications. With patented innovations such as 4-sided ultra-thin frame design, Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, it creates an audiovisual cinematic experience unparalleled in its category. It has TV Rheinland eye comfort certification and Pantone validated color accuracy certification, providing high comfort and safety during prolonged use.
The AORUS 16X is powered by the latest Intel Core™ i9 14900HX processor and a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4070 graphics card. With a maximum graphics power of up to 140W, it delivers unmatched performance for gaming and creative tasks. . Integrating NVIDIA Advanced Optimus (DDS) technology lets you seamlessly switch between integrated and dedicated graphics cards for optimal performance. In addition, WINDFORCE Infinity cooling technology features Icy-touch design and 0dB cooling, which enables efficient heat dissipation under heavy workloads and maintaining a noise-free environment under low workloads.
In the software sector, GIGABYTE introduces its exclusive AI Nexus with AI Power Gear, AI Boost and AI Generator utilities that improve performance and efficiency in various tasks. The Copilot hotkey provides quick access to Microsoft Copilot in Windows, making it easier to access AI support. Additionally, the combination of Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision ensures a personalized cinematic experience, further increasing the appeal of the laptop.
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EDUCATION. The 26th edition of the Desjardins Science Fair ended on Wednesday, February 28, in various secondary schools of the Beauce-Etchemin School Service Center (CSSBE). Of the 13 participants, four received a prize, three of whom came from the Veilleux secondary school in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce.
In fact, Elysa Pouliot won first place with her kiosk “The impact of modern society on our DNA”, Amélie Cliche achieved second place with her project “Phobias: their impact on people's lives”, while this one won the CSSBE Coup de cœur The prize went to Analu Pitelli, who designed books to explain science to children.
Note that the third prize goes to the research “The Consequences of Alzheimer's Disease” by Élodie Tanguay and Frédérique Fillion from the École des Appalaches de Sainte-Justine.
“We had some very interesting lectures. The students were well prepared and enthusiastic. The topics were of high quality and the jury's work was not easy! », emphasized Claude Lessard, science teacher, who assessed the work of the aspiring scientists.
“It is important to me to offer our young people this opportunity. It is a different experience that can allow them to develop skills that will be useful to them in their future lives,” enthuses Chantal Poulin, educational consultant in science and technology and organizer of the activity. (HL)
The CSSBE Favorite Award went to Analu Pitelli. Photo – with kind permission
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A year after launching its employer brand, Trois-Rivières is launching its first-ever podcast: Working for your world. In return, four employees take the audience behind the scenes of the city administration and talk about their journey.
The 10 to 15 minute episodes are available on the following page and on the Apple Podcasts and Spotify platforms.
Four episodes to discover important careers
The first episode deals with the sensitive issue of pyrrhotite in Trois-Rivières and the management of three major projects in the city under the watchful supervision of Carl, the manager. Marie-Ève, a police officer, then takes us to the heart of the interventions that have shaped her in recent years.
In Episode 3, Roxanne, an inventory management expert, addresses the procurement challenges of managing an inventory of more than 15,000 items. The final title is about Yvan, a dedicated worker who started as a city worker in the 1980s and gave up his career as head of continuous improvement in 2023.
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The management of major projects in a city under the eyes of Carl
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Protect and serve, told by Marie-Ève, police officer
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The challenges of inventory management explained by Roxanne
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From asphalt to tie, the journey of Yvan, a man of change
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The employer brand is firmly established
The city's employer brand, launched in 2023, spawned a series of initiatives aimed at promoting the city's workforce and positioning Trois-Rivières as an employer of choice.
In total, 6 subcommittees were set up and 46 measures were implemented. The years of service of the 337 employees were particularly highlighted and several recognition events were organized. An awareness campaign for city employees was also carried out.
(Paris) The ALMA radio astronomy telescope has provided the first detailed images of water molecules in the disk where planets can form from the very young star HL Tauri, according to a study Thursday.
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Pierre CELERIER Agence France-Presse
“I never thought that we could get an image of an ocean of water vapor in the exact region where a planet could probably form,” commented Stefano Facchini, an astronomer at the University of Milan and lead author of the study published in Nature Astronomy.
Located in the constellation Taurus and very close to Earth at “only” 450 light-years, HL Tauri, twice as massive as the Sun, has long been in the crosshairs of terrestrial and space telescopes.
Because its proximity and its youth – a million years at most – offer a breathtaking view of its protoplanetary disk, the mass of gas and dust that surrounds a star and allows planets to form.
According to theoretical models, this formation process would be particularly fruitful at a very specific point on the disk: the ice line. Where water, which is in the form of vapor near the star, turns into a solid state when cooled. The layer of ice that covers them would make the dust grains coagulate all the more easily.
Already in 2014, ALMA had created unprecedented images of the protoplanetary disk, which showed an alternation of bright rings and dark furrows. The latter would reveal the presence of embryos of planets formed by dust accumulation.
Ice line
Other instruments had detected water around HL Tauri, the study recalls, but with too low a resolution to accurately delineate the ice line. The European Southern Observatory (ESO) radio telescope is the first to identify this boundary from its high-altitude location at over 5,000 meters in Chile's Atacama Desert.
“So far, ALMA is the only facility capable of spatially resolving the presence of water in a cold planet-forming disk,” claimed Professor Wouter Vlemmings of Sweden's Chalmers University, co-author of the study, quoting him along with Professor Facchini in an ESO press release.
The radio telescope discovered the equivalent of at least three times the amount of water in all of Earth's oceans. All in an area very close to the star, with a radius equal to 17 times the distance between the Earth and the Sun.
Perhaps more significantly, the ALMA images “show a significant amount of water vapor at various distances from the star, including a space where a planet could potentially form at present,” says Professor Facchini.
There seems to be no shortage of raw materials for the creation of such a planet: calculations from another observatory estimate the mass of available dust to be thirteen times the mass of the Earth.
The study would show “how the presence of water can influence the evolution of a planetary system, as was the case in our own solar system 4.5 billion years ago,” says Stefano Facchini.
However, the understanding of the formation mechanism of the solar system's planets is still incomplete.
(San Diego) Their trip around the moon is not planned until September 2025, but the four astronauts of the Artemis 2 mission are already preparing for their return: Over the past eight days, they have been training at sea with the American Navy off California .
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Romain FONSEGRIVES Agence France-Presse
“This is crazy. This only happens in movies and we see it every day,” Commander Reid Wiseman said Wednesday at Naval Base San Diego in his bright blue astronaut uniform.
The evening before, the quartet was traveling on a small rubber boat in the Pacific.
Aboard a massive amphibious assault ship, hundreds of U.S. military sailors, divers and pilots had to coordinate their efforts to rescue and airlift the space explorers.
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An essential dress rehearsal for the final stage of a historic mission.
Mr. Wiseman and his three colleagues are expected to be the first people to approach the moon since the end of the Apollo program more than 50 years ago.
If all goes well, they will fly over the star during a ten-day voyage aboard the Orion capsule before returning to wash up at sea.
Target Mars
How do I deal with a possible storm? What measures should be taken if one of the astronauts is injured? What can be done to lure the empty capsule into the ship's hold?
The training allows you to address all of these details, especially thanks to a life-size replica of Orion: a large black cone nicknamed “Darth Vader” for its resemblance to the Star Wars villain's helmet.
“We're constantly thinking about what we're going to do,” Lily Villareal, the NASA manager overseeing the return phase of the mission, told AFP. “We have to prepare for all scenarios. »
With the Artemis program, humanity is returning to the moon, no longer to reach it, but to “stay” there with a permanent presence, she remembers.
If Artemis 2 is content to fly over the moon, the program's third mission, scheduled for late 2026, will have to land humans there.
The goal is then to send missions there lasting several weeks, then to build a base on the surface and a space station in orbit around the moon, which can serve as a relay for the conquest of Mars.
Because now it is the Red Planet that interests NASA.
“Our earth has limited resources,” emphasizes Ms. Villareal. “So we have to figure out what we can do for the good of humanity. »
“Be a leader”
But reclaiming the moon goes beyond the simple goal of making it a stepping stone to more distant space. For several years, private companies have dreamed of sending tourists there, and new powers such as India, Japan and China have managed to land planes there.
Beijing also wants to land people there by 2030, putting pressure on NASA not to pile up delays.
In this context, “the question is not really why we are going there, but whether we are at the top or not,” believes Christina Koch, another Artemis 2 astronaut.
She is said to be the first woman to venture so far into space and will be joined by Canadian Jeremy Hansen and Victor Glover, the first black astronaut to take part in a lunar mission.
With its new program, NASA wants to put a woman and a black man on the moon for the first time.
The Apollo program sent 24 men there between 1969 and 1972, all white. Only eight remain alive and, like the American Navy, some veterans have taken their successors under their wings.
According to Wiseman, former Apollo 10 member Thomas Stafford invited the Artemis 2 team to lunch.
“He immediately asked us: […] “What will you do if the computers break?” “Have you thought about how their trajectories will work?” the astronaut said. “He immediately acted like a father who wanted to make sure his children got out safely. »
