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Faye Hall, an American woman recently released by the Taliban in Afghanistan, expressed her gratitude to former President Donald Trump in a video shared on his Truth Social account. Hall, who was detained alongside a British couple and their Afghan translator on February 1, appeared healthy and thanked Trump for securing her freedom. The former US envoy to Kabul, Zalmay Khalilzad, confirmed that Hall was in the care of Qatari officials in Kabul and would soon return home. While Hall celebrated her release, she also highlighted the plight of Afghan women imprisoned by the Taliban, urging support for their freedom. The Taliban has not provided details on the reasons for her arrest, though reports suggest it involved unauthorized drone usage. Meanwhile, the British couple remains in custody, and concerns for their well-being persist as diplomatic negotiations continue. 
Published: Mar 30 2025, 10 ameznews.inA Florida influencer, Logan Guminski, has been arrested for allegedly engaging in sexual activity with her Chihuahua and posting the act on Instagram. The 27-year-old, described as a 'dog mom,' faces two felony charges: one for sexual conduct with an animal and another for filming the encounter. The Marion County Sheriff's Office initiated the investigation following an anonymous tip about a video depicting the alleged abuse. Detective Jordyn Batts discovered multiple explicit images and videos during the inquiry. Guminski reportedly admitted to creating sexually explicit content for sale online, even stating that she had received $500 for one video. She also claimed to have engaged in similar acts with another dog, retaining recordings of both incidents on her phone. After her arrest, she was released on a $10,000 bond and is set to appear in court for an arraignment on April 22. Despite the allegations, her Instagram account remains active, showcasing affectionate posts with her pets.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 3 pmeznews.inA tragic incident unfolded in Monroe County, Georgia, where Shirley Obert, a Chick-fil-A employee, was found dead in a deep well after surviving a car crash on Saturday morning. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office reported that Obert was involved in a single-vehicle accident around 7 a.m. while driving to work. After the crash, she called her husband for assistance but was unable to be located. In her attempt to seek help, Obert fell into a concealed well surrounded by dense brush near her vehicle. Despite a multi-agency search effort that extended into the night and resumed the following day, her body was discovered at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 30. Authorities have described the incident as a "tragic accident," with investigations ongoing to determine the circumstances that led to her car leaving the road.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 12 pmeznews.inAs the April 2 deadline approaches for US President Donald Trump's proposed reciprocal tariffs aimed at addressing the trade deficit with India, uncertainty looms over their potential impact on Indian businesses. The tariffs, which could be implemented at various levels, are particularly significant given that the US has been India's largest trading partner from 2021-22 to 2023-24, accounting for 18% of India's goods exports. Key sectors such as agriculture and industry will be affected, with notable increases including a staggering 122.10% tariff on alcohol and spirits, a 38.23% hike on dairy products, and a 27.83% rise on seafood exports. The diamond and jewellery sector, with $11.88 billion in exports, faces a 13.32% tariff increase, while pharmaceuticals will see a 10.90% rise. Other sectors like petroleum and garments will remain unaffected, but the overall repercussions could reshape India's trade landscape significantly.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 1 pmeznews.inThe Netflix drama "Adolescence," which addresses the toxic influences of online culture on young boys, is set to be screened in UK secondary schools, according to officials. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who viewed the series with his teenage children, described it as an "important initiative" that could spark vital discussions about the digital content teenagers encounter. The show follows a 13-year-old who fatally stabs a girl after being radicalised online, highlighting the dangers of misogynistic ideologies and the "incel" culture. With over 24 million views shortly after its release, the series has resonated amid rising concerns over youth knife crime and harmful online content. The NSPCC's Maria Neophytou emphasized the urgent need to address the negative impact of such material on young people's development. Meanwhile, new UK regulations aimed at curbing illegal online content have been criticized as insufficient by concerned parents and advocates.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 1 pmeznews.inA devastating earthquake in Myanmar has claimed over 2,000 lives, with rescue efforts intensifying as the window for finding survivors narrows. Amid the chaos, heart-wrenching stories of survival are emerging, including that of an elderly woman and her two granddaughters, who were trapped for 15 hours under debris before being rescued. Meanwhile, two women trapped in a collapsed hotel shared their ordeal of waiting in darkness, highlighting the psychological toll of their experience. The quake, registering a magnitude of 7.7, has caused widespread destruction, with casualties including 200 monks and 50 children. Aid organizations are struggling to provide essential supplies like food, water, and shelter, complicated by ongoing civil unrest and damaged infrastructure. The United Nations has reported urgent needs in the hardest-hit areas, as survivors fear aftershocks and are forced to sleep outdoors.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 1 pmeznews.inBangladesh's interim chief advisor, Muhammad Yunus, has sparked controversy in India following remarks about the landlocked status of the Northeastern states, emphasizing their reliance on Bangladesh as a "guardian of the ocean." This has reignited concerns over the strategic Chicken's Neck corridor, a crucial land link that connects the Northeast to the rest of India, particularly in light of India's fraught relations with China and the recent political shift in Bangladesh. The Chicken's Neck, at its narrowest just 20 km wide, has historically been a vulnerability, highlighted during the 1962 Sino-Indian War and more recently during the Doklam standoff in 2017. Indian leaders, including Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, have responded sharply, calling for enhanced infrastructure to strengthen connectivity and warning that Yunus's comments could invite Chinese influence, jeopardizing India's security in the region.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 1 pmeznews.inA significant explosion occurred on Tuesday near Kuala Lumpur when a gas pipeline operated by Malaysia's state energy firm Petronas ignited, leading to evacuations in nearby residential areas. The fire department reported that 33 individuals sustained injuries, with six requiring hospitalization, while no fatalities have been confirmed. The explosion, which generated a large mushroom cloud visible from several kilometers away, was attributed to a leak in a 500-meter pipeline. Firefighters responded quickly to the scene after receiving an emergency call around 8:10 am, and the valve to the affected pipeline has since been shut off. Some homes were reportedly engulfed in flames, and residents described the incident as chaotic, coinciding with the ongoing Eid celebrations in the predominantly Muslim nation. The fire department continues to assess the damage and the situation in the residential area.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 11 ameznews.inNASA astronaut Sunita Williams has announced plans to visit India soon, expressing her eagerness to meet with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) team. During a recent news conference following NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 mission, Williams described her admiration for India, particularly when her spacecraft passed over the Himalayas during her nine-month stay in space. She praised India's advancements in the space sector and expressed a desire to share her experiences with ISRO, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between democracies in space exploration. Williams, whose father hails from Gujarat, also mentioned the vibrant diversity of India as seen from space, likening the country's geography to a network of lights. She humorously noted that her crew would be prepared for spicy food during their visit. ISRO has previously indicated interest in collaborating with Williams for future missions, highlighting India's aspirations in space exploration under Prime Minister Modi's leadership.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 11 ameznews.inOpenAI has announced that its AI image generation feature is now accessible to all free users of ChatGPT, following an overwhelming response to the tool, which has been particularly popular for creating Studio Ghibli-inspired art. Previously, this feature was limited to paid subscribers, who could generate a maximum of three images daily. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the rollout on social media, stating, "ChatGPT image gen now rolled out to all free users!" The decision has led to a surge in new account registrations, with Altman noting that one million users joined in just one hour. In response to the increased demand, OpenAI implemented temporary rate limits on image generation to alleviate pressure on its infrastructure. The feature, powered by the GPT-4o model, allows users to create and refine images through a simple text prompt system.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 11 ameznews.inVirginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew, has reportedly been involved in a serious car accident that has left her with just "four days to live" due to kidney and renal failure. The 41-year-old detailed her condition in an emotional Instagram post, sharing a photo of her bruised face and stating that she was being transferred to a specialist hospital. Giuffre claimed her vehicle was struck by a school bus traveling at 110 km/h (68 mph) as it slowed for a turn, although she did not disclose the accident's location or timing. Expressing a desire to see her three children one last time, she reflected on the fragility of life and the impact of the collision. Giuffre, a key figure in the Epstein scandal, previously accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, leading to a settled lawsuit in 2022. Her spokesman confirmed she is receiving medical care and expressed gratitude for public support.
Published: Apr 01 2025, 12 pm
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