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A Paris court has sentenced Zaheer Mahmood, a 29-year-old Pakistani man, to 30 years in prison for attempting to murder two individuals outside the former offices of Charlie Hebdo in 2020 using a meat cleaver. Mahmood mistakenly believed the satirical newspaper still operated from the site, which had been the target of a deadly Islamist attack in 2015 that claimed 12 lives, including eight editorial staff members. Following his illegal arrival in France in 2019, Mahmood was found to have been influenced by radical preacher Khadim Hussain Rizvi, who advocated for violence against blasphemers. Convicted of attempted murder and terrorist conspiracy, Mahmood has also been banned from ever entering France again. The case reignites discussions around freedom of expression and the ongoing threat of extremism in the country. 
Published: Jan 24 2025, 12 ameznews.inThe United States is set to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) on January 22, 2026, following a formal notification from President Donald Trump, who has criticized the agency for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other health crises. Trump announced the decision shortly after his inauguration for a second term, prompting the WHO to express regret over the departure of its largest financial contributor, which provides approximately 18% of its funding. Under a 1948 congressional resolution, the U.S. must give a one-year notice and settle its dues before leaving. Experts warn that the exit could jeopardize vital health programs, particularly those addressing tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS. The withdrawal order also halts U.S. negotiations on the WHO pandemic treaty and plans to reassign American personnel currently working with the organization. Trump's earlier attempt to exit the WHO in 2020 was halted by President Joe Biden.
Published: Jan 24 2025, 5 ameznews.inAn earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter Scale struck Myanmar in the early hours of Friday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The quake occurred at 12:53 am IST, with its epicenter located at latitude 24.68 N and longitude 94.87 E, at a depth of 106 kilometers. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage following the tremor. The NCS shared the details of the earthquake via social media, urging the public to stay informed through their BhooKamp app. Further information is expected as authorities continue to monitor the situation.
Published: Jan 24 2025, 3 ameznews.inSyria's central bank has mandated commercial banks to freeze all accounts associated with individuals and companies linked to the ousted regime of former President Bashar al-Assad. This directive, issued on Thursday, specifically targets the Katerji Group, involved in the Syrian oil trade and run by brothers Baraa and Hussam Katerji. Baraa was killed in a suspected Israeli strike in July, while Hussam faces U.S. sanctions for facilitating oil shipments to the Assad regime. The central bank's circular, which requires banks to report frozen accounts within three days, aims to strengthen previous measures that allowed individuals to contest account freezes. The new administration, formed after Assad's ousting by Islamist rebels, is focused on tracing the financial networks of the former regime, although implementation may be complicated by the use of front companies and accounts set up under different names.
Published: Jan 23 2025, 11 pmeznews.inA federal judge in Seattle has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship, labeling it "blatantly unconstitutional." U.S. District Judge John Coughenour issued the restraining order at the request of four Democratic-led states, emphasizing the order's potential violation of the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to anyone born in the U.S. The executive order, signed on Trump's first day in office, would deny citizenship to children born to parents who are not U.S. citizens or legal residents, affecting over 150,000 newborns annually. The Justice Department defended the order as a necessary measure to reform the immigration system, arguing that the 14th Amendment does not universally confer citizenship. The case is among five lawsuits challenging the order, with Democratic attorneys general asserting that the understanding of citizenship has been well-established for over a century.
Published: Jan 24 2025, 12 ameznews.inJacob Walden, a 38-year-old healthcare executive and father of five from Long Island, has been charged with sexually exploiting nearly a dozen teenage girls to produce child pornography over a four-year period. The co-owner of Emerald Healthcare, which manages assisted living facilities across the U.S., pleaded not guilty to a six-count indictment at Central Islip Federal Court. Prosecutors allege that Walden enticed minors, ages 16 and 17, to send him sexually explicit images in exchange for payment and purchased over 5,500 child sexual abuse videos from a distribution network. Following his arrest on July 31, 2024, Walden was placed under home confinement but violated terms by attempting to solicit sex. He is currently held without bail at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, with a trial date set for February 24. If convicted, he faces up to 30 years in prison.
Published: Jan 24 2025, 12 ameznews.inUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour of Central America and the Caribbean next week, visiting Panama, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic, according to State Department Spokeswoman Tammy Bruce. Rubio, who was sworn in just days ago, held his inaugural multilateral meeting with foreign ministers from Quad nations—Australia, India, and Japan—and engaged in his first bilateral discussion with India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Additionally, Rubio conducted phone calls with over seven international counterparts, including leaders from South Korea, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Indonesia, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This trip marks a significant step in Rubio's early tenure as he seeks to strengthen US relations in the region.
Published: Jan 24 2025, 12 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump delivered a stark message to global elites during a video address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, urging companies to manufacture in the United States or face tariffs. His speech, which drew applause from political and business leaders, emphasized plans to cut taxes, deregulate industries, and address illegal immigration. Trump linked rising oil prices to the ongoing war in Ukraine, suggesting that lower crude prices could lead to a swift resolution of the conflict. The speech coincided with his inauguration, and Trump’s policies have sparked mixed reactions, with some leaders warning against the dangers of trade wars. Notably, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed caution regarding Trump's "America First" approach, while World Trade Organization chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala called for a more measured response to tariff discussions.
Published: Jan 23 2025, 10 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump expressed his desire to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon in a bid to end the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has persisted for nearly three years. Speaking via video link at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump emphasized the urgent need to halt the conflict, citing the significant loss of life as a primary concern. He reiterated his previous claims from the lead-up to his November 5 election victory, stating that he would aim to establish a deal between Ukraine and Russia on his first day back in office. However, his advisers now acknowledge that a resolution may take months. Trump noted that US efforts towards a peace settlement are reportedly in progress, although he did not provide specific details about these initiatives.
Published: Jan 23 2025, 10 pmeznews.inAt the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, artificial intelligence (AI) emerged as a key topic, with HCL Tech Chairperson Roshni Nadar Malhotra highlighting its transformative potential. In an interview with NDTV, she described AI as the "most democratised" technology to date, emphasizing its rapid adoption among young people who utilize open-source tools for productivity. Malhotra projected that AI will evolve into a utility as ubiquitous as the internet over the next decade. She discussed HCL's strategic approach to AI, which includes four key offerings: AI Force for software lifecycle development, AI Foundry for managed services, AI labs globally, and AI engineering. The five-day Davos meeting gathers nearly 3,000 leaders from over 130 countries, focusing on economic growth and technological advancement. India's delegation, comprising five Union ministers and several state leaders, aims to enhance partnerships and showcase the nation’s commitment to sustainable development and innovation.
Published: Jan 23 2025, 11 pm
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