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US billionaire Elon Musk has criticized Australia's proposed legislation to ban social media access for children under 16, which includes hefty fines of up to A$49.5 million ($32 million) for companies that breach the law. Introduced by the centre-left government on Thursday, the bill aims to implement an age-verification system, marking one of the strictest regulatory measures globally, with no exemptions for parental consent or existing accounts. Musk, a self-proclaimed advocate for free speech, described the initiative as a "backdoor way to control access to the Internet" in response to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's announcement on social media platform X. While other countries have also proposed restrictions on youth social media use, Australia’s approach stands out for its rigor. Musk has previously clashed with the Australian government over its policies, labeling its misinformation law as "fascist" and facing legal challenges regarding content removal requests. 
Published: Nov 22 2024, 6 ameznews.inA global research team announced the launch of Steadfast, an advanced diagnostic kit designed to rapidly detect the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus (AIV), amid rising concerns over bird flu affecting birds, mammals, and humans. Developed by the Diagnostics Development Hub (DxD Hub) in Singapore, in collaboration with Japanese researchers, Steadfast distinguishes between highly pathogenic and low pathogenic avian influenza strains, crucial for effective control measures. Unlike traditional methods that take two to three days for results, Steadfast can deliver findings in approximately three hours. The recent spread of H5N1 has led to mass bird fatalities and infections in various mammals, raising alarm over potential pandemic risks. Dr. Onuma Manabu emphasized the necessity for rapid detection methods to adapt to the virus's mutations, thereby enhancing surveillance and biosecurity efforts to mitigate transmission risks and prevent future epidemics.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 10 ameznews.inA passport is essential for international travel, serving as proof of identity and nationality. In 2024, passport costs vary significantly, ranging from Rs 1,500 to Rs 19,000, according to data from Compare The Market. Mexico holds the title for the most expensive passport, with a 10-year passport priced at Rs 19,464, and its three- and six-year options also ranking among the top ten. Australia follows as the second most expensive at Rs 19,023, while the U.S. passport costs Rs 13,899. In contrast, the United Arab Emirates offers the cheapest passport at Rs 1,492, with India's passport also being affordable at Rs 1,523. Notably, the Indian passport is deemed the best value due to its long validity and visa-free access to 58 countries, ranking 82nd in the Henley Powerful Passport Index 2024.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 11 ameznews.inCanada has reversed its recent decision to implement extra screening for travelers flying to India, just days after the measures were introduced "out of abundance of caution." The move comes amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations, following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations that Indian agents were involved in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and Khalistani terrorist, in Vancouver last year. Trudeau asserted that "credible information" had been shared with international intelligence partners, leading to a diplomatic spat where Canada expelled Indian diplomats, and India retaliated by expelling Canadian officials. The situation intensified when India's External Affairs Ministry dismissed a Canadian report suggesting Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aware of the plot to kill Nijjar as a "smear campaign," while Canada labeled the report as "speculative and inaccurate." The Canadian government clarified it has no evidence linking Indian leadership to the alleged criminal activities.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 11 ameznews.inJoe Rogan has responded to Joy Behar's recent comments on ABC's _The View_, where she suggested he believes in dragons. During a discussion about a poll showing young American voters turning to right-leaning influencers for news, Behar, alongside co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and others, implied Rogan's views were akin to "really, really bad information." In a viral clip, she quipped about Rogan's endorsement of Donald Trump, joking that he might think Trump coexisted with dinosaurs. Rogan later quote-tweeted the clip, humorously adopting "Dragon Believer" as his new description on X. He further engaged with the topic by sharing a podcast clip discussing the possibility of dragon-like creatures having existed, suggesting that some ancient flying animals may have resembled dragons. This back-and-forth highlights the ongoing culture clash between mainstream media and popular podcasting.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 11 ameznews.inA 23-year-old Indian student, Aryan Reddy, tragically died following an accidental gun discharge while celebrating his birthday in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 13. Reddy, a second-year Master of Science student at Kansas State University, was reportedly cleaning his newly purchased hunting gun during the festivities when it misfired, striking him in the chest. His friends, who were in another room, rushed to assist after hearing the gunshot and found him bleeding heavily. Despite immediate transportation to a nearby hospital, he was pronounced dead upon arrival. Reddy, originally from Peddarao Palli village in Telangana's Bhuvanagiri district, had family residing in the Uppal district. Officials confirmed that his body would be repatriated to his hometown later that evening.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 11 ameznews.inAt an Indian community event in Georgetown, Guyana, President Mohamed Irfaan Ali lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his exceptional leadership and its transformative effect on India's global standing. He remarked on Modi's ability to elevate India's reputation, emphasizing that his leadership has instilled a sense of dignity and pride unmatched by any other leader. Ali highlighted India's increasing influence, noting that both developing and developed nations now look to India for guidance in technology and research. He expressed heartfelt gratitude for Modi's recent visit, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in over 50 years, which included co-chairing the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit, thereby reinforcing India's ties in the Caribbean. Ali concluded by wishing Modi a safe journey home, expressing hope for his return to Guyana soon.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 9 ameznews.inMeta-owned WhatsApp has launched a new feature allowing users to transcribe voice messages into text, aimed at enhancing communication flexibility. This feature, rolling out globally over the coming weeks, will initially support select languages, with plans to expand language options in the future. WhatsApp emphasized the personal touch of voice messages while acknowledging the challenges of listening in noisy environments or while on the move. The transcripts are generated locally on users' devices, ensuring privacy as no external party, including WhatsApp, can access the content. Users can activate this feature through the app's settings. In addition, WhatsApp has recently introduced a Message Drafts feature that labels unfinished messages, allowing users to easily find and complete them without sifting through their chat list.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 9 ameznews.inThe Canadian government, led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has refuted a report linking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior officials to criminal activities in Canada, labeling the claims as "speculative and inaccurate." Nathalie G. Drouin, Trudeau's national security and intelligence advisor, stated that Canada is "not aware" of any supporting evidence for allegations made by a Canadian media outlet regarding a plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This follows a report from the 'Globe and Mail' claiming Modi was aware of the plot, which also implicated External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. India swiftly condemned the allegations, with External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal denouncing them as a "smear campaign" that could further strain relations between the two countries.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 10 ameznews.inUS Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler has announced he will step down at the end of the Biden administration, remaining in his role until noon on January 20, when President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office. Gensler's decision to stay until the end is seen as a disappointment for some Republicans who had hoped for an earlier exit, allowing him to potentially implement additional regulations while Democrats maintain a majority on the five-member SEC. During his tenure, Gensler oversaw a busy period of rulemaking, facing pushback from Wall Street over several regulations, including new transparency requirements for private equity managers and a failed overhaul of stock buyback practices. Prior to leading the SEC, Gensler had a notable career at Goldman Sachs and served as a professor at MIT’s Sloan School of Management.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 8 ameznews.inIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned the International Criminal Court (ICC) following its issuance of arrest warrants against him and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes related to the ongoing Gaza conflict. Netanyahu likened the ICC's actions to the notorious Dreyfus trial of 1894, which involved the wrongful conviction of a Jewish French army officer based on fabricated evidence, calling the court's decision "anti-Semitic." The ICC's warrants come in the wake of Hamas's attacks on Israel, which resulted in over 1,400 deaths and a subsequent Israeli military response that has led to significant casualties in Gaza. Netanyahu dismissed the ICC's claims as "absurd," while Israeli officials criticized the court's legitimacy. Conversely, the human rights group B'Tselem welcomed the warrants, viewing them as a crucial step toward accountability for leaders implicated in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Published: Nov 22 2024, 8 am
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