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Tomoaki Hamatsu, known as Nasubi, has recounted the harrowing details of his 15-month experience on the extreme Japanese game show _'A Life In Prizes'_, which aired in 1998 and captivated up to 30 million viewers at its peak. During this time, Nasubi was isolated in an empty apartment, forced to compete in tasks to win basic necessities like food, often resorting to eating dog food. Unbeknownst to him, his actions were broadcast nationwide while he remained naked throughout the ordeal. Now 48, Nasubi shares his story in the Hulu documentary _The Contestant_, directed by Clair Titley, who sought to explore the deeper implications of his experience. Nasubi described feeling overwhelmed by loneliness and confusion, stating that the hardest part was the isolation, which left lasting effects on his mental state. His journey raises pressing questions about the ethics of reality television and the psychological toll it can take on participants. 
Published: Nov 23 2024, 9 pmeznews.inHamas's armed wing, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, announced on Saturday that an Israeli woman taken hostage during the October 2023 attack has been killed in northern Gaza, where Israeli military operations are ongoing. Spokesman Abu Obeida reported that contact with the woman's captors had been re-established after a weeks-long hiatus, revealing her death, though details regarding the timing and circumstances remain unclear. The Israeli military is currently investigating this claim. The woman was reportedly held alongside another female hostage, whose life is now at risk. Since the attack, which resulted in 1,206 deaths, mostly civilians, Hamas has taken 251 hostages, with 97 still in captivity. The Israeli government faces growing pressure to negotiate the release of remaining hostages, as a campaign group expressed reliance solely on information from the Israeli army following Hamas's announcement.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 11 pmeznews.inShou Zi Chew, the CEO of TikTok, has reportedly sought advice from Elon Musk regarding U.S. matters, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. In recent weeks, Chew reached out to Musk, a close adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, to discuss various issues, including the incoming administration and potential tech policy. While the two have not addressed specific strategies for keeping TikTok operational in the U.S., ByteDance's senior leadership has been kept informed of these discussions and remains cautiously optimistic about a positive outcome. Prior to the U.S. election, ByteDance executives engaged with both Trump allies and those close to Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Notably, Trump, who attempted to ban TikTok in 2020, has indicated that he would not pursue such measures if re-elected in November.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 11 pmeznews.inAn Israeli air strike in Beirut on Saturday resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people and left 63 others injured after targeting a residential building in the working-class Basta neighborhood. Although a Lebanese security source claimed the strike was aimed at a senior Hezbollah figure, a Hezbollah lawmaker denied any officials were present. The attack, which struck without prior evacuation warnings, was part of a broader Israeli military campaign against Hezbollah, which has intensified since late September. In addition to the Beirut strike, Israeli forces also targeted eastern Lebanon, killing eight, including children. The ongoing conflict, exacerbated by the war in Gaza following Hamas's attack on Israel, has led to over 3,650 deaths in Lebanon since October 2023. Meanwhile, U.S. officials are seeking a diplomatic resolution to the escalating violence, emphasizing the need for humanitarian improvements in Gaza, where conditions remain dire.
Published: Nov 24 2024, 12 ameznews.inElon Musk, appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has issued a stark warning about the potential for U.S. bankruptcy due to excessive spending. Musk, a close adviser to Trump, expressed his concerns on social media, highlighting that the U.S. government spent $6.16 trillion in 2023 while only generating $4.47 trillion in revenue. In response to this alarming trend, the DOGE account emphasized the need to balance the budget. Trump, who has previously suggested using Bitcoin to address the national debt, now relies on Musk and fellow businessman Vivek Ramaswamy for strategies to curb spending. With the national debt surpassing $34 trillion, largely due to pandemic-related stimulus measures, Musk stated that "excess government spending is driving America into bankruptcy," calling the current debt growth "unsustainable." The DOGE name nods to the popular Dogecoin cryptocurrency, favored by Musk.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 8 pmeznews.inA US judge has declined to sanction Elon Musk for missing a scheduled meeting with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to watch a rocket launch, stating that he had agreed to reimburse the agency for travel costs incurred by three lawyers. US District Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley ruled that Musk's absence was moot since he later complied with the order and met with SEC officials on October 3. The SEC had sought sanctions, arguing that Musk's disregard for the court order warranted a reminder of its seriousness. Musk's attorney defended his absence, citing an urgent obligation related to SpaceX, while Musk offered to cover the $2,923 in travel expenses. The SEC is investigating whether Musk violated securities laws by delaying the disclosure of his Twitter stock accumulation in 2022, which critics claim allowed him to buy shares at a lower price before announcing his acquisition of the company.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 7 pmeznews.inIn a chilling act of intimidation reminiscent of mafia films, a severed horse's head was discovered on the property of a Sicilian businessman in Altofonte, near Palermo. The gruesome find, which also included the body of a pregnant cow and her calf, was left on the seat of a digger owned by the construction contractor. Local mayor Angela De Luca expressed her horror, stating, "I can't comprehend such barbarity," and likening the act to medieval brutality. This incident has reignited concerns on the island, particularly following the recent release of over 20 mafia bosses from prison. Such tactics, which include delivering dismembered animal bodies, are common methods used by the mafia to instill fear and target victims' emotional connections to their animals. Previous incidents include a goat's head found at a construction entrepreneur's home and a pig's head hung at a police station in Messina.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 5 pmeznews.inIn Brampton, Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau labeled his intelligence officials "criminals" for allegedly leaking false information linking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar to violence on Canadian soil. Trudeau's comments followed a report by the Globe and Mail, which suggested that Canadian security agencies believed Modi was aware of violent plots in Canada. In response, Nathalie Drouin, Trudeau's intelligence adviser, clarified that the Canadian government does not possess evidence connecting Modi or his officials to criminal activities, calling such claims "speculative and inaccurate." This controversy has intensified diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, particularly after Trudeau's September allegations of Indian agents' involvement in the murder of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Both nations have since expelled each other's diplomats, reflecting the deteriorating relationship amid accusations of foreign interference.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 4 pmeznews.inG7 ministers will convene in Italy next week to discuss the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as confirmed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The ICC's decision, which also includes warrants for Netanyahu's former defence minister and Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, has sparked controversy, with Israel and its allies condemning the move while Turkey and various rights groups have expressed support. Meloni's government appears divided on the issue; Defence Minister Guido Crosetto stated that Netanyahu would have to be arrested if he visited Italy, while Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini welcomed him. Meloni emphasized the need for an objective analysis of the ICC's decision, asserting that the actions of the Israeli state cannot be equated with those of Hamas. The topic will be formally addressed during the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Fiuggi, near Rome, on Monday and Tuesday.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 4 pmeznews.inIn a tragic case that has drawn attention to dowry-related violence, 24-year-old Harshita Brella was found dead in the boot of a car in Ilford, UK, days after her suspected murder on November 10. Harshita, originally from Delhi, had married Pankaj Lamba in March 2023 but had been living separately due to alleged domestic abuse and ongoing dowry demands from his family. Her sister, Sonia, claims that despite providing significant dowry at the wedding, Pankaj continued to harass them for more. After a final video call on the night of her death, Harshita's family reported her missing when she became unreachable. Pankaj, who is currently missing, is believed to have fled to India shortly after the murder. An inquest has opened into Harshita's death, with preliminary findings indicating manual strangulation, as police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding her tragic demise.
Published: Nov 23 2024, 2 pm
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