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In a tragic incident at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver, nine people were killed and over 20 others injured when a driver rammed his vehicle into the crowd. Prime Minister Mark Carney referred to the event as a "car-ramming attack," but police have since clarified that terrorism is not being considered as a motive. Carney, addressing the nation a day before the elections, stated that the investigation is ongoing and assured Canadians that there is no current "active threat." The male driver involved has been arrested, and authorities are continuing to gather information about the circumstances surrounding the attack. 
Published: Apr 27 2025, 8 pmeznews.inIn the wake of President Donald Trump's tumultuous return to office, voter support among his base remains robust, despite a decline in his overall approval ratings. Many supporters express optimism regarding the economic impact of his new tariffs, with retired machinist Frank Tuoti hoping for positive outcomes despite stock market volatility. Meanwhile, concerns linger over the ongoing Ukraine conflict, as supporter Jane Sisk acknowledges the challenges Trump faces in negotiating peace. Business owner Karen Miner remains unfazed by potential tariff impacts on her wine store, confident in Trump's acumen. Educator Christy Edwards champions Trump's immigration policies, emphasizing the importance of deporting criminals, while young voter Zach Kline expresses cautious optimism about promised changes, particularly regarding border control and government efficiency. With only 100 days into his term, Trump's supporters are eager to see how his policies will unfold.
Published: Apr 28 2025, 8 ameznews.inCanadians will head to the polls on Monday to decide the future government, with Liberal leader Mark Carney facing off against Conservative Pierre Poilievre. Recent polling indicates Carney's Liberals hold a narrow lead, with support at 43% compared to 38.9% for the Conservatives. The election campaign was overshadowed by a tragic car-ramming attack in Vancouver that claimed 11 lives, prompting Carney to express heartfelt condolences to victims' families, while Poilievre condemned the violence as senseless. Carney, a former central banker, has portrayed himself as a strong candidate against U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Canada, which have galvanized support for the Liberals. Approximately 28 million Canadians are registered to vote, and results will begin to emerge shortly after polls close at 9 PM local time, with attention also on the potential impact of smaller parties like the NDP and Bloc Quebecois on Liberal seat counts.
Published: Apr 28 2025, 8 ameznews.inA student stabbed three people at a high school in Cheongju, South Korea, on Monday morning, injuring two others. The attack occurred at approximately 8:36 am, with police reporting that the headmaster and a government employee were among those seriously injured, sustaining abdominal and chest wounds, respectively. Two additional individuals suffered minor injuries. The 18-year-old assailant attempted to escape to a nearby lakeside park but was apprehended just 12 minutes after the incident. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attack, which comes in the wake of a tragic incident earlier this year when a teacher fatally stabbed an eight-year-old student. Despite this violence, South Korea maintains a low murder rate of 1.3 per 100,000 people, significantly below the global average.
Published: Apr 28 2025, 8 ameznews.inIn a tragic incident in Vancouver, Canada, a car-ramming attack during a Filipino street festival left 11 people dead, prompting police to charge 30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo with eight counts of second-degree murder. Lo, who has a history of mental health issues and previous interactions with law enforcement, appeared in court on Sunday as investigations continue, with additional charges expected. The motive for the attack, which occurred on the eve of a general election, remains unclear, although authorities have ruled out terrorism. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene with injured festivalgoers, including children, as the black Audi SUV struck the crowd during the Lapu Lapu Festival. Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life, calling it "the darkest day in our city's history." The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and concern, with both local and international leaders expressing their condolences.
Published: Apr 28 2025, 8 ameznews.inFrench President Emmanuel Macron condemned the brutal stabbing of a young Malian man, Aboubakar Cisse, in a mosque in La Grand-Combe, asserting that "racism and hatred based on religion can have no place in France." The attack, which occurred on Friday, involved the assailant, identified as a French citizen of Bosnian origin, stabbing Cisse up to 50 times while filming the assault and shouting insults at Islam. Macron expressed solidarity with the Muslim community, while Prime Minister Francois Bayrou labeled the attack an "Islamophobic atrocity." Approximately 1,000 people marched in La Grand-Combe to honor Cisse, whose body was discovered by other worshippers later that morning. The investigation, involving 70 detectives, is exploring multiple motives, with Islamophobia as a primary focus. The French Council of the Muslim Faith urged vigilance, while Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau stressed the seriousness of the threat posed by the alleged attacker, who remains at large.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 11 pmeznews.inChina's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed concern over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan during a phone call with Pakistani counterpart Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Reporting by China's state media, _Global Times_, indicated that Wang emphasized the need for an impartial investigation into the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists. He urged both nations to exercise restraint and seek de-escalation. In response to the attack, India has taken significant measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and halting all Pakistani visas. Meanwhile, at least 537 Pakistani nationals have exited India via the Attari border following the expiration of their short-term visas. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is actively investigating the incident, sealing off the site and interviewing eyewitnesses to gather evidence.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 9 pmeznews.inPakistan's army announced on Sunday that it killed 54 militants attempting to infiltrate from Afghanistan into the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation, which took place from Friday to Sunday, was prompted by the detection of a large group of jihadists allegedly acting on orders from "foreign masters" to conduct high-profile attacks within Pakistan. The military also recovered a significant cache of weapons and explosives from the militants. This increase in violence coincides with the Taliban's resurgence in Afghanistan, which Pakistan claims has provided a safe haven for attackers. The country has faced a surge in militancy, with over 200 fatalities, primarily among security forces, reported this year. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the scale of the operation, noting it was the most significant success in the ongoing campaign against militants. Pakistan continues to accuse the Taliban of not adequately addressing the threat posed by these groups.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 10 pmeznews.inSaudi Arabia and Qatar announced on Sunday their commitment to settle Syria's $15 million debt to the World Bank, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency. This move comes amid a broader diplomatic effort by the Gulf states to engage with Syria's new leadership following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad in December. The statement highlighted that this payment would allow the World Bank to resume its operations in Syria, which have been suspended for over 14 years due to the ongoing conflict that has devastated the country’s infrastructure. The attendance of Syria's central bank governor and finance minister at recent IMF and World Bank meetings marked a significant step in rebuilding international ties. The Syrian authorities are now looking to Gulf nations to help finance the reconstruction of their war-torn economy and unlock vital financial support for critical development sectors.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 8 pmeznews.inA Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Chicago faced a terrifying mid-air incident on April 14, when the aircraft's ceiling panel threatened to collapse, prompting passengers to support it with their hands. Video footage shared on social media captured the alarming scene, while later images showed the panel secured with neon yellow tape. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the flight returned to Atlanta, where passengers were transferred to another plane after a two-hour delay. Delta expressed gratitude for their customers' patience and offered affected passengers 10,000 air miles, valued at approximately $120, as compensation. Witness Tom Witschy recounted the chaos, describing a loud bang followed by the ceiling panel detaching, forcing passengers to hold it for about 30 to 45 minutes until flight attendants could address the situation. The airline confirmed that the panel was reattached before the flight continued.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 7 pm
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