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A groundbreaking French magazine created by autistic journalists, Le Papotin, made its debut on newsstands on Wednesday, expanding its reach from online sales to approximately 3,000 shops across France. With a print run of 10,000 copies—three times the usual amount—the magazine offers celebrity interviews and cultural content, all produced by its editorial team of around 40 individuals on the autism spectrum. Prisma Media, France’s largest magazine publisher, announced that the magazine will be distributed for free, with a cover price of €10. The 2025 edition features French musician Philippe Katerine, who gained international attention during the Paris Olympics. Le Papotin, established in 1990, has also inspired a popular television show where its journalists engage with prominent figures, including President Emmanuel Macron, who has prioritized improving support for autistic children in France. Despite progress, a UN report highlighted ongoing concerns regarding the treatment of children with disabilities. 
Published: Jan 08 2025, 6 pmeznews.inShoji Morimoto, a 41-year-old Japanese man, has turned an unconventional career into a lucrative venture by offering his services as a "rental do-nothing" companion, earning approximately $80,000 last year. After being fired in 2018 for a perceived lack of initiative, Morimoto now caters to those seeking non-romantic companionship, attending events or simply being present without engaging in conversation. His versatile services include supporting marathon runners, participating in video calls, and even attending concerts on behalf of clients. Operating on a pay-as-you-wish model, he receives around 1,000 requests annually, with past charges ranging from $65 to $195 per session. As Japan's rental services industry thrives, experts note that loneliness and social awkwardness drive many to seek such companionship, allowing individuals to circumvent the challenges of forming friendships in a culture that often avoids direct communication.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 11 ameznews.inIn a heated debate surrounding the issue of grooming gangs in the UK, Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi attributed the blame to "one rogue nation," Pakistan, a sentiment echoed by Elon Musk. This statement emerged as the UK's opposition Conservative party pushed for a national inquiry into the sexual abuse of primarily white British girls by predominantly Pakistani men over several decades. Chaturvedi criticized Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer's remarks about his past prosecution of an Asian grooming gang, while Starmer defended himself against accusations of misinformation. Amid this controversy, attention also turned to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, aimed at safeguarding vulnerable children, which progressed through Parliament following the tragic case of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, who was murdered by her father and stepmother after enduring years of abuse. The bill's advancement reflects ongoing efforts to address child protection in the UK.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 11 ameznews.inApple has reiterated its commitment to user privacy, asserting that it has never used Siri data for marketing purposes, nor sold or shared it with advertisers. This statement follows the company's recent $95 million settlement of a class-action lawsuit, which alleged that Apple recorded users' private conversations with Siri. In a bid to enhance privacy, Apple emphasized that Siri processes requests on users' devices whenever possible, minimizing data transfer to its servers. The company also clarified that audio recordings of Siri interactions are not retained unless users opt in to improve the service, and even then, users can easily opt out. Apple maintains that its design principles focus on data minimization, transparency, and strong security measures, ensuring that user experiences are both personalized and secure.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 11 ameznews.inIn a tragic incident amid rampant wildfires in Los Angeles, 66-year-old Victor Shaw lost his life while attempting to protect his family home in Altadena. His sister, Shari Shaw, recounted the emotional moment she had to leave him behind, despite firefighters urging them to evacuate. As she fled, she called out to him but received no response, ultimately prioritizing her own safety as flames engulfed their home. Al Tanner, a friend of Shaw's, later discovered his body on the driveway, still clutching a garden hose, indicative of his desperate attempt to save the residence that had been in the family for nearly 55 years. The wildfires, fueled by fierce winds, have devastated thousands of acres, destroying around 1,500 buildings and injuring numerous residents who ignored evacuation orders. Fire authorities have mandated evacuations for over 100,000 people as they grapple with the escalating crisis.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 11 ameznews.inA remote village in southern Italy, Belcastro, is drawing international attention after Mayor Antonio Torchia issued an unusual decree forbidding residents from falling ill. This directive, intended as a desperate plea for improved healthcare, urges locals to avoid behaviours that could lead to injuries or illnesses requiring emergency assistance. Torchia's order highlights the dire state of healthcare in Calabria, one of Italy's poorest regions, where 19 hospitals have closed since 2009 due to mafia influence and political neglect. With the nearest Accident & Emergency department over 45 km away and limited access to local medical services, the mayor hopes his initiative will prompt action from health authorities. If conditions do not improve, he plans to file a formal complaint with the Public Prosecutor's Office, citing the lack of response to his requests for healthcare activation in Belcastro since June.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 12 pmeznews.inA new study published in the *European Heart Journal* has revealed that drinking coffee in the morning may offer greater health benefits than consuming it throughout the day. Led by researchers from Tulane University, the study followed 40,725 participants over nearly a decade, identifying two primary coffee consumption patterns: morning-only drinkers and those who consumed coffee all day. Findings indicated that morning coffee drinkers were 16% less likely to die and 31% less likely to die from heart disease compared to non-drinkers, while no significant risk reduction was observed for all-day drinkers. Lead author Dr. Lu Qi suggested that the timing of coffee consumption could play a crucial role in its health impacts, potentially due to disruptions in circadian rhythms caused by afternoon or evening coffee, which may increase cardiovascular risks. The research underscores the need to consider timing in dietary recommendations related to coffee.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 9 ameznews.inMeta has significantly relaxed its restrictions on discussions surrounding gender and sexual identity, a decision that has raised alarms among advocacy groups concerned about potential increases in hate speech. This policy shift coincided with the company's announcement to end its third-party fact-checking program in the U.S., opting instead for a crowd-sourced model to address misinformation, akin to practices on the platform formerly known as Twitter. The updated community guidelines now allow users to make derogatory claims about mental health based on gender or sexual orientation and remove previous prohibitions against referring to women as "household objects" and other dehumanizing terms. Advocacy leaders, including GLAAD's Sarah Kate Ellis, argue that these changes jeopardize the safety of marginalized communities, while CEO Mark Zuckerberg contended that the prior restrictions were out of touch with mainstream discourse. Critics, including the nonprofit CyberWell, condemned the move as a dangerous lowering of standards against hate speech and harassment.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 10 ameznews.inMark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook and Instagram, has made a surprising political shift to the right, accusing governments and legacy media of censorship and announcing the end of fact-checking in the US. In a video shared on social media, Zuckerberg declared a return to "free expression" on his platforms, a move that has puzzled observers given his previous efforts to enhance content moderation following scandals like the 2016 election interference and the Cambridge Analytica data breach. This pivot aligns him with right-wing sentiments and could be seen as a strategic effort to appease critics, including Donald Trump, who has accused Zuckerberg of liberal bias. Analysts suggest this shift may reflect Zuckerberg's long-standing libertarian influences and a desire to maintain his dominance in the tech landscape, particularly as he faces competition from Elon Musk. The implications of this change are significant as Zuckerberg navigates the complex intersection of politics and technology.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 10 ameznews.inTwo US astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), have reassured that they are well-fed and not struggling with laundry issues despite an extended stay that was initially planned for just eight days. Arriving in June on Boeing's Starliner, their return has been delayed due to propulsion system problems, with a new timeline suggesting they may remain in orbit until late March 2025. Williams expressed high spirits, emphasizing the joy of working in space, while Wilmore noted the relaxed laundry conditions, as clothing can be worn for weeks without discomfort. NASA has adjusted plans, opting to return the astronauts with the incoming SpaceX Crew-9 mission, which arrived in September. The extended mission means Wilmore and Williams could spend over nine months in space, but both are looking forward to sharing their experiences upon their eventual return to Earth.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 10 ameznews.inDozens of residents evacuated from the upscale Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles are grappling with the devastating wildfires that erupted earlier this week, blanketing the area in thick black smoke. The flames, which have already claimed two lives, spread rapidly, fueled by intense 80- to 100-mile-per-hour winds and a dry winter, prompting tens of thousands to flee their homes. Many, like 69-year-old Sarahlee Stevens-Shippen, returned briefly to salvage belongings, while others, such as television producer Martin Sansing, expressed disbelief that their urban neighborhood could be so severely impacted. The situation remains precarious, with authorities warning of ongoing dangers as firefighters battle multiple blazes. Residents are left in a state of shock, fearing for their homes and livelihoods, as they confront the grim reality of increasingly frequent and intense wildfires linked to climate change.
Published: Jan 09 2025, 10 am
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