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A cargo ship collided with a US-military chartered tanker carrying jet fuel in the North Sea on Monday, leaving one crew member missing and prompting a major rescue operation by the UK Coastguard. The incident occurred approximately 10 miles off the eastern coast near Hull, resulting in a significant fire and the release of A1-jet fuel. The Stena Immaculate tanker, operated by Crowley, was anchored when struck by the container ship Solong, which was also carrying sodium cyanide. While thirteen of the Solong's fourteen crew members were rescued, all aboard the Stena were confirmed safe. Concerns have been raised regarding potential toxic hazards to marine life, especially as the fuel entered waters near a breeding ground for harbour porpoises. Vessel movements in the Humber estuary have been suspended, and an investigation into the collision is underway. 
Published: Mar 11 2025, 4 ameznews.inAn elderly woman from Dunfermline, Scotland, was left astounded after receiving a voicemail invitation from Lookers Land Rover garage, which was misinterpreted by Apple's AI voice-to-text service, resulting in a profanity-laden message. Louise Littlejohn, 66, received a text that referred to her as a "piece of s**t" and bizarrely inquired about her sexual activity. Initially believing it to be a scam, she later recognized the garage's zip code and recalled purchasing a vehicle from them. "Initially I was shocked - astonished - but then I thought that is so funny," she remarked, noting the inappropriateness of the message. Experts suggest that the AI may have struggled with the employee's thick Scottish accent or background noise. This incident highlights ongoing challenges for Apple, which has faced scrutiny over its AI technology following previous inaccuracies and controversial outputs.
Published: Mar 11 2025, 7 ameznews.inA luxurious superyacht, the Amadea, valued at $300 million and previously owned by Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, is poised for auction following a New York court ruling. A claim by Eduard Khudainatov, the former head of Rosneft, asserting ownership was dismissed by District Judge Dale Ho, who upheld prosecutors' assertions that Khudainatov was merely a "straw owner" for Kerimov, a close ally of President Vladimir Putin. The Amadea, a 348-foot vessel featuring a helipad and pool, has been docked in San Diego after being seized by US authorities in Fiji in April 2022. This action is part of the US Justice Department's Task Force KleptoCapture, initiated to confiscate assets from Russian oligarchs following sanctions imposed after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Recent legislation allows for the sale of such seized assets, with proceeds designated for humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
Published: Mar 11 2025, 5 ameznews.inAt least 25 people lost their lives in two tragic bus accidents in Mexico on Monday, according to local authorities. In Durango state, a collision between a tractor-trailer and a bus transporting passengers from Texas resulted in 14 fatalities, with only 10 of the 24 occupants escaping the inferno. Meanwhile, in Oaxaca state, a separate incident saw a bus overturn on a highway, claiming the lives of 11 individuals and leaving 12 others injured, two of whom are in critical condition. The Oaxaca state government announced that an investigation will be launched to determine the cause of the accident near Santo Domingo Narro. Fatal road incidents are unfortunately frequent in Mexico, often attributed to factors such as high speeds, inadequate vehicle and road conditions, and driver fatigue.
Published: Mar 11 2025, 5 ameznews.inDemocratic Senator Mark Kelly, recently returned from Ukraine, criticized the Trump administration's suspension of intelligence-sharing, stating it has weakened Kyiv's defenses against Russian aggression. During his visit, Kelly noted that specific attacks could have been mitigated with better intelligence, as Ukrainian forces faced significant assaults that resulted in casualties and damage to critical infrastructure. The suspension of intelligence-sharing follows a broader halt in U.S. military aid, which has sparked partisan tensions, with Republican support for Ukraine waning. In a related incident, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk labeled Kelly a "traitor" on social media for his comments regarding Trump's influence on Ukraine's military support. Kelly dismissed Musk's remarks, emphasizing the importance of defending freedom. His visit, aimed at showing solidarity with the Ukrainian people, marked his third trip to the country this year as negotiations continue between Ukrainian and U.S. officials to address the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Published: Mar 11 2025, 5 ameznews.inThe U.S. has expressed opposition to language in a forthcoming G7 communique that could undermine efforts to facilitate negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. As the G7 foreign ministers prepare to meet in La Malbaie, Quebec, from March 12-14, tensions have risen, particularly with President Donald Trump’s approach shifting U.S. relations closer to Moscow while criticizing Ukraine. While Canada aimed for a comprehensive statement addressing issues from the Ukraine conflict to China, the U.S. has sought to dilute references to sanctions and the war, complicating consensus among the allies. Diplomats reported that negotiations for a unified statement are challenging, with the U.S. also opposing a separate declaration regarding Russia's shadow fleet, which is involved in sanction-evading activities. Despite these hurdles, Rubio remains optimistic that a meaningful agreement can be reached without jeopardizing potential peace talks.
Published: Mar 11 2025, 5 ameznews.inIndian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, who has spent over 600 days in space across three missions, has been dubbed the "stranded astronaut" due to her extended stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2022. At 59, she has conducted over 900 hours of research, participated in 62 hours of spacewalks, and was recently promoted to ISS Commander. Initially intended to be an eight-day mission, her time in space was extended due to technical issues, including space debris threats and helium leaks. While at the ISS, Williams has engaged in numerous scientific experiments, including studying the effects of microgravity on microbial growth and conducting tests on nutrient production for long-duration missions. She has also contributed to maintenance tasks and participated in outreach activities, sending greetings for various holidays from space. Upon her return, she will have made history by flying aboard four different spacecraft.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 11 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the recent arrest of a Palestinian graduate student involved in pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University is just the beginning, predicting further arrests of individuals he claims are engaged in anti-American and pro-terrorist activities. In a post on Truth Social, Trump asserted, "This is the first arrest of many to come," emphasizing that the administration would not tolerate such actions. He characterized some of those involved as "paid agitators" rather than genuine students, vowing to identify, apprehend, and deport individuals he labels as terrorist sympathizers, ensuring they would "never return again." This statement reflects ongoing tensions surrounding campus protests related to the Israel-Palestine conflict and highlights the administration's stance on perceived extremist activities within educational institutions.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 11 pmeznews.inSyria's new authorities declared an end to a military operation against loyalists of ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Monday, following reports from the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights indicating over 1,000 civilian deaths, primarily from the Alawite minority. The violence, which erupted after pro-Assad gunmen attacked new security forces, has raised concerns about the stability of the country amid its fragile transition from decades of Assad's rule. Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose group led the offensive against Assad, vowed to prevent further civil strife and hold accountable those responsible for civilian casualties. While some residents cautiously resumed daily activities, fear persisted, with reports of mass graves and ongoing tensions in the region. Analysts expressed skepticism about the new authorities' ability to maintain order, and calls for independent investigations into the violence were made by Amnesty International.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 11 pmeznews.inElon Musk has reported that X, formerly known as Twitter, was subjected to a significant cyberattack on Monday, indicating that a well-resourced, coordinated group or potentially a nation-state may be behind it. This attack resulted in three separate outages throughout the day, each lasting close to an hour. Musk stated on X, "We get attacked every day, but this was done with a lot of resources," hinting at the scale of the incident. According to Downdetector, the platform saw peak outage reports from Indian users at around 3:00 pm, with nearly 2,200 incidents, followed by subsequent surges later in the evening. The majority of issues were linked to the website, with 52 percent of reports, while 41 percent pertained to the app and 8 percent to server connection problems. Musk, who acquired X in 2022 for $44 billion, recently became the first person to reach 200 million followers on the platform.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 11 pm
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