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The Israeli military has intensified airstrikes on Hamas targets in Gaza, marking some of the most violent assaults since a ceasefire began on January 19. Medics report casualties following strikes that hit three houses in Deir Al-Balah, a building in Gaza City, and various targets in Khan Younis and Rafah. The surge in violence highlights ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas regarding the continuation of the three-phase ceasefire. Efforts by Arab mediators, with support from the United States, to reconcile differences between the two sides have so far been unsuccessful, despite discussions over the past two weeks. The situation remains critical as both parties struggle to maintain a fragile peace amid escalating hostilities. 
Published: Mar 18 2025, 7 ameznews.inA recent study published in _Environment & Health_ has revealed that intravenous (IV) drip bags used in hospitals may contain thousands of harmful plastic particles, specifically microplastics, which could be directly injected into patients' bloodstreams. Researchers analyzed common brands of IV saline solution bags and estimated that each bag could contain around 7,500 microplastic particles, a figure that could rise to 25,000 during standard dehydration treatments and exceed 52,000 during abdominal surgeries. The study emphasized the urgent need for stringent quality control measures in the production of IV drips, suggesting the implementation of advanced filtration systems and enhanced monitoring within the medical supply chain to prevent contamination. Microplastics, which are tiny plastic fragments found globally, have been detected in various human tissues, raising concerns about their potential health risks and prompting calls for a global emergency to address this pervasive pollution issue.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 10 ameznews.inA 30-year-old teacher and soccer coach at Downers Grove South High School, Christina Formella, has been charged with multiple felonies, including criminal sexual assault, following allegations of sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old student. The charges stem from a report made by the student and his mother to police on Saturday, detailing an incident during a tutoring session in December 2023. Formella was arrested during a traffic stop on Sunday and appeared in court the following day, where she was granted pre-trial release with conditions prohibiting her from entering the school or contacting minors. District officials expressed their deep concern for the victim and the wider school community, emphasizing their commitment to student safety. Formella, who has been with the school since 2020 and has coached soccer since 2021, has been placed on paid administrative leave and is set to return to court on April 14.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 10 ameznews.inIndian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and her colleague Butch Wilmore have left the International Space Station (ISS) after a prolonged stay of over nine months. The duo, who were originally expected to return after a short mission, faced delays due to propulsion issues with Boeing's Starliner, which forced them to be reassigned to the NASA-SpaceX Crew-9 mission. They undocked from the ISS at 10:35 AM IST and are set for a 17-hour journey back to Earth, with a splashdown expected off Florida's coast at around 3:27 AM IST on Wednesday. Their extended stay has sparked political controversy, with former President Donald Trump and advisor Elon Musk accusing the Biden administration of neglecting the astronauts' situation. Williams and Wilmore's stay ranks among the longest for US astronauts, although it remains significantly shorter than the world record of 437 days held by Russian cosmonaut Valeri Polyakov.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe spacecraft tasked with returning stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to Earth has successfully undocked from the International Space Station (ISS), marking the beginning of their long-awaited journey home. NASA confirmed that the Crew-9 spacecraft undocked at 10:35 am IST, releasing a video that captured the moment of separation from the ISS. The astronauts had been stuck in space, and this development signals a significant step towards their safe return. As the Crew-9 embarks on its journey, anticipation grows for the reunion of the astronauts with their families and the completion of their mission.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe interim government of Bangladesh, led by Muhammad Yunus, has voiced "deep concern" over comments made by Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence, regarding religious persecution in the country. In an interview, Gabbard highlighted the "unfortunate persecution, killing, and abuse" of religious minorities, claiming that the threat of Islamic terrorism in Bangladesh is rooted in an ideology aimed at establishing an Islamist caliphate. The Bangladeshi government responded by labeling her statements as misleading and damaging, asserting that they lack evidence and unjustly generalize the nation. It emphasized Bangladesh's commitment to combating extremism through law enforcement and social reforms and condemned any association with an Islamist caliphate. The government urged political leaders to base their statements on facts to avoid stoking sectarian tensions. This exchange follows a period of unrest in Bangladesh, leading to concerns for the safety of religious minorities.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 11 ameznews.inAir Canada has issued an apology after a passenger reported that its Boeing 737 MAX fleet's in-flight entertainment systems did not display Israel as a state, instead labeling the region as "Palestinian Territories." This issue arose amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and was acknowledged in a joint statement by Air Canada and Thales, the company responsible for the IFE system. The airline stated that 40 planes had faulty maps that were not compliant with its policy of displaying only city names. Air Canada is currently working with Thales and the map provider to reprogram the affected systems, with updates expected soon. This incident follows a similar apology from JetBlue in 2024, when Israel was mistakenly labeled as Palestinian Territories, highlighting ongoing sensitivities surrounding the region's representation in airline maps.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 8 ameznews.inJoshua Riibe, the last person known to have seen missing Indian-American student Sudiksha Konanki, is urging Dominican authorities to release him from custody, where he has been held for several days without formal charges. Riibe's lawyer, Beatriz Santana, argues that his detention is unjust as he has not been named a suspect. Despite this, his passport has been confiscated, restricting his movements to the confines of a hotel under police supervision. Konanki, a 22-year-old University of Pittsburgh student, disappeared on March 6 while vacationing in Punta Cana with friends. Surveillance footage shows her at a beach with Riibe after a night of partying, but she has not been seen since. Authorities are scrutinizing Riibe's inconsistent statements regarding the events leading up to her disappearance, with his accounts ranging from seeing her in the water to claiming he rescued her from rough seas.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inAstronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have spent over nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), are set to return to Earth today. NASA has confirmed that the duo will undock from the ISS at 10:35 am IST, commencing a 17-hour journey back home. They will travel aboard SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft, with a planned splashdown off the coast of Florida at approximately 3:27 am IST on Wednesday. Williams and Wilmore originally arrived at the ISS in June of last year, intending to participate in a short roundtrip to test Boeing's Starliner on its inaugural crewed mission. However, due to propulsion issues, the Starliner was deemed unsafe for their return, resulting in an extended stay aboard the ISS. Their homecoming marks a significant moment after an unprecedented delay in their mission.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump is set to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin today to discuss a potential ceasefire in the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has lasted over three years since Russia's full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. Trump revealed on Truth Social that "many elements" of a final agreement have been reached, but emphasized the urgent need to end the conflict, which claims around 2,500 soldier lives weekly from both sides. He expressed hope for a resolution, claiming he could end the war within 24 hours if elected. Following recent "productive" discussions, Trump urged Putin to spare the lives of surrounded Ukrainian troops, warning of a potential massacre. In response, Putin indicated he would consider sparing Ukrainian soldiers if they surrendered. While Ukraine has accepted a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and negotiations, Russia has yet to respond positively to the offer.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inColm Dalton, a university lecturer from County Kerry, Ireland, has embarked on an ambitious journey to visit every Irish pub worldwide, inspired by a memorable trip to the Wicklow Arms pub in Bilbao, Spain. Since then, he has explored 97 pubs across 47 countries, but with an estimated 6,500 Irish pubs globally, he has a long way to go. Documenting his experiences on his blog, Publican Enemy, Dalton aims to appreciate the unique interpretations of Irish pub culture around the world. He fondly recalls the connections made during his travels, although he humorously highlights the Loch Ness pub in Corsica as his least favorite, given its misleading name. Dalton aspires to visit the highest Irish pubs, including Paddy's Irish Pub in Cusco, Peru, and a pub in Namche Bazaar, Nepal, as he continues his quest to celebrate Irish heritage abroad.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 am
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