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The Republican-controlled US Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as the new US attorney general with a 54-46 vote, reinforcing President Donald Trump's influence over the Justice Department. Bondi, a former Florida state attorney general and a key ally of Trump, has pledged to uphold the department's independence and avoid politicizing investigations. However, concerns linger regarding her ability to resist potential improper directives from Trump, especially following the dismissal of prosecutors involved in cases against him. Bondi has a history of supporting Trump, having represented him during his first impeachment trial and echoed false claims about voter fraud. Notably, she holds a financial stake in Trump's media company. This confirmation follows Trump's first choice for the position, Matt Gaetz, withdrawing amid an ethics scandal. Additionally, Senate committees advanced nominations for other controversial Trump candidates, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard. 
Published: Feb 05 2025, 7 ameznews.inTwo Japanese tourists in their 20s were detained for two weeks in China after a prank involving exposed buttocks at the Great Wall, according to local media reports. The incident, which occurred at the UNESCO World Heritage site near Beijing, involved a man who displayed his bottom while a woman took photos. The Japanese Embassy in China confirmed the detention by local authorities on January 3, stating the pair were later released and returned to Japan within the month. Exposing oneself in public is illegal in China, and the incident has sparked significant outrage, particularly given historical tensions stemming from Japan's colonial occupation of China in the 1930s and 40s. A social media hashtag related to the incident garnered over 60 million views on Weibo, with many comments condemning the tourists' actions and calling for restrictions on Japanese visitors.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 10 ameznews.inTesco is launching a trial in which customers can collect expiring food items for free at the end of the day, as part of its initiative to reduce food waste. Starting in the coming months, select smaller Express stores will offer "yellow sticker" items, which are already discounted, after 9:30 pm local time. The supermarket, which holds a 27.8% market share in the UK with 3,700 stores, prioritizes donations to charities and staff before offering leftover items to customers. Tesco has committed to halving food waste by 2030 and has already made significant strides in reducing emissions, achieving a 61% reduction compared to 2015. This initiative comes amid rising demand for discounted food, with nearly two-thirds of UK households purchasing such items, as many turn to food banks for support during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 11 ameznews.inNEW DELHI: A debate has emerged following US Vice President JD Vance's comments regarding the rights of green card holders, in the wake of President Donald Trump's proposed 'gold card' initiative aimed at wealthy foreigners. Green cards, or Permanent Resident Cards, allow foreign nationals to live and work in the US but do not guarantee indefinite residency. Vance emphasized that green card holders do not possess an absolute right to remain in the country, framing the issue as one of national security and community membership. Trump's 'gold card' program would enable foreign nationals to purchase residency for $5 million, providing them with green card privileges and a pathway to citizenship. He argued that the current immigration system has deterred top talent from countries like India from remaining in the US after their education. The initiative could also replace the EB-5 investor visa program and is projected to generate significant revenue.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 11 ameznews.inA 35-year-old woman in the UK, Laura McPherson, narrowly escaped jail after defrauding her partner, Jon Leonard, of £25,000 by falsely claiming she had multiple terminal cancers. McPherson, who convinced Leonard and her 12-year-old daughter of her fabricated illness, began the deception in 2017, claiming to need funds for cancer treatment. Instead, she used the money for breast enhancement surgery and weight-loss procedures abroad, even staging chemotherapy photos. The truth unraveled in December 2021 when Leonard discovered she had never been admitted to the hospital for treatment. Judge Jonathan Straw described McPherson as a "wicked and devious liar," highlighting the emotional damage inflicted on Leonard. McPherson pleaded guilty and received a community order, which includes a curfew and probation, and must wear an electronic tag. Failure to comply could result in a prison sentence.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 11 ameznews.inThe US military is urged to explore options to ensure full access to the strategically vital Panama Canal, according to two US officials who spoke to Reuters. President Donald Trump has expressed intentions to "take back" the canal, asserting that Chinese control poses a threat to American interests, although he has not detailed how this might be achieved. An interim national security guidance document suggests the military consider various strategies, including strengthening ties with Panama's military. The Pentagon’s last National Defense Strategy was published in 2022, and the current interim document serves as a preliminary policy framework. The US and Panama are bound by treaty to protect the canal's neutrality, allowing for unilateral action against any threats. Trump has criticized Panama for not upholding commitments made during the canal's transfer in 1999, while any foreign attempts to seize the canal by force would likely breach international law.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 11 ameznews.inJohns Hopkins University announced on Thursday that it will lay off over 2,000 employees due to significant cuts in foreign aid funding by the Trump administration. The termination of more than $800 million in USAID funding has forced the institution to scale back vital projects both in Baltimore and internationally. Specifically, 1,975 positions will be eliminated in 44 countries, along with 247 jobs in the United States. The cuts will affect key programs, including those in the university's medical school, public health school, and Jhpiego, a global health non-profit founded by Hopkins. The university expressed pride in the impactful work of its staff in addressing health challenges worldwide. As one of the most affected institutions by federal funding reductions, Johns Hopkins, which receives about $1 billion annually from the NIH, is also a plaintiff in a federal lawsuit contesting these cuts.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 9 ameznews.inIndia has firmly dismissed Pakistan's claims suggesting New Delhi is behind the recent ethnic violence in Balochistan, including a deadly train hijacking by Baloch rebels. In a robust statement, India's Ministry of External Affairs rejected what it termed "baseless allegations," urging Pakistan to address its internal issues rather than deflecting blame. This response follows remarks from a senior Pakistani official, who accused India of "sponsoring terrorism" and hinted that the recent attack on the Jaffar Express was orchestrated from abroad, though he did not directly implicate India. The hijacking, which lasted approximately 30 hours, resulted in the deaths of 21 hostages and four security personnel. While the Pakistani Foreign Office acknowledged communications with handlers in Afghanistan during the siege, it maintained its longstanding position that India remains involved in fostering terrorism against Pakistan.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 10 ameznews.inThe White House is urging federal agencies to avoid layoffs of their cybersecurity teams as they face a Thursday deadline to submit budget-cutting plans. In an email to IT employees, Greg Barbaccia, the U.S. federal chief information officer, emphasized that cybersecurity is integral to national security and should be safeguarded during budget reductions. He highlighted the crucial role of skilled cybersecurity professionals in ensuring mission delivery and information assurance. Concerns are mounting that drastic cuts, mandated by President Trump and adviser Elon Musk, could undermine the nation's cybersecurity capabilities. Former NSA cybersecurity director Rob Joyce warned that such layoffs would have a "devastating" impact on national security. Additionally, the Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency has raised alarms over its broad access to sensitive data at agencies like the Social Security Administration, with critics fearing it may increase vulnerabilities to hackers and data leaks.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 7 ameznews.inA new study has revealed that the Mediterranean Sea has become Europe's deepest garbage dump, with plastic waste discovered in the 5,112-metre-deep Calypso Deep, located in the Ionian Sea. Researchers from the University of Barcelona identified 167 litter items, predominantly plastics, which accounted for 88% of the debris, alongside metal cans and paper cartons. The study, published in *Marine Pollution Bulletin*, utilized a state-of-the-art manned submarine, Limiting Factor, to explore the trench, which measures approximately 20km by 5km. Professor Miquel Canals highlighted that waste, primarily from coastal areas, is entering the deep sea, where it accumulates and poses a threat to marine ecosystems. The researchers emphasized the urgent need for global policy actions to mitigate waste and alter consumption habits, warning that "not a single inch" of the Mediterranean is clean, underscoring the challenge of raising awareness about the ocean floor's environmental degradation.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 8 ameznews.inUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin's response to a proposed 30-day ceasefire as "very manipulative." In a nightly address, Zelensky described Putin's comments, which raised concerns about the feasibility of the ceasefire and potential military advantages for Ukraine, as indicative of Russia's reluctance to engage constructively. While the United States has urged Russia to accept the ceasefire without preconditions, Zelensky accused Putin of framing the proposal with obstacles designed to prolong the conflict. He claimed that Putin is "preparing a refusal" while being hesitant to communicate this directly to U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelensky emphasized that the U.S. is prepared to facilitate monitoring of the ceasefire, asserting that a reliable plan for peace could be established. He concluded that Russia's tactics are merely delaying meaningful solutions to the ongoing war.
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