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South Korea's defence and trade ministries announced on Thursday that they have blocked access to work computers for the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, following concerns raised by the country's data watchdog regarding the company's user information management. DeepSeek recently launched its R1 chatbot, claiming it rivals US AI technologies at a fraction of the cost. In response to inquiries from South Korea, France, and Italy about its data practices, the trade ministry confirmed that DeepSeek has not yet responded to the Personal Information Protection Commission's inquiry. Consequently, access to DeepSeek has been restricted on military and trade ministry computers. Italy has also initiated an investigation into DeepSeek's R1 model, preventing it from processing data of Italian users, while Australia has banned the startup from government devices based on security advice. DeepSeek has stated it utilizes H800 chips, which are less advanced and were allowed for sale to China until 2023 under US export controls. 
Published: Feb 06 2025, 8 ameznews.inThe Al-Hadba minaret in Mosul, Iraq, has been meticulously restored using original brickwork, years after its destruction during Islamic State rule. This iconic structure, part of the Al-Nuri Mosque where former IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared his "caliphate" in 2014, was reduced to rubble in 2017. The restoration, led by UNESCO, involved the use of 26,000 old bricks to preserve its historical legacy while reinforcing its foundations to reduce the precarious tilt. Abdullah Mahmoud from the Iraqi antiquities department emphasized that the minaret symbolizes the city's identity, now reclaimed through restoration. Despite the progress, Mosul still bears the scars of war, with many residents, particularly Christians, yet to return. Local shopkeeper Saad Mohammed expressed hope that the renovations will attract visitors, reflecting a renewed sense of safety and community in a city once overshadowed by violence.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inA video circulating on social media depicts a woman launching a racist tirade against an NHS dentist on a British train, prompting widespread outrage. The incident occurred on an Avanti West Coast train from London to Manchester, where the woman, seated across from the dentist, demanded he move his feet before telling him to "go back to Morocco or Tunisia." Despite the dentist's firm rebuttal, asserting his British nationality and calling her remarks disrespectful, the woman remained defiant, responding with a dismissive "serves you right." The British Transport Police confirmed they are investigating after receiving a report of racial abuse during the incident. Social media users have expressed disbelief at the woman's comments, highlighting the irony of her targeting someone she presumed to be an immigrant while potentially being one herself. The incident has sparked discussions about racism and identity in contemporary society.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inArgentina's President Javier Milei announced on Wednesday a ban on gender change treatments and surgeries for minors, alongside restrictions on housing trans women in women's prisons. His office stated that prisoners will be assigned to facilities based on their gender at the time of their crime, with trans women convicted of sexual offenses, human trafficking, or violent crimes against women excluded from women's prisons. The government plans to amend a 2012 law that allows individuals to change their gender identity, prohibiting hormone treatments and surgeries for children. This decision follows significant protests in Argentina advocating for LGBT+ rights and comes shortly after a US court blocked a similar order by former President Donald Trump. The Argentina LGBT+ Federation criticized Milei's actions, asserting that he cannot change laws by decree and warning of potential legal challenges to protect existing rights.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inAlphabet's Google has announced it will abandon its goal of increasing hiring from underrepresented groups and is reassessing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, aligning with a broader trend among U.S. companies to scale back such efforts. Fiona Cicconi, Alphabet's chief people officer, indicated that the company would no longer pursue aspirational hiring targets established in 2020, which aimed to increase representation among leadership. This decision comes despite previous commitments made by CEO Sundar Pichai to enhance diversity within the organization. Google's annual SEC filing also omitted a commitment to integrating DEI into its operations, a statement that had been included in prior years. The move has drawn criticism from advocates like the Alphabet Workers Union, who view it as a regression in the fight against discrimination. Google, a federal contractor, is also reviewing its compliance with recent legal changes affecting DEI programs.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 10 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump has sparked global controversy by proposing to "take over" Gaza, a move that marks a significant departure from longstanding US support for a Palestinian state. During a recent address, Trump suggested permanently displacing Palestinians from the war-torn territory, envisioning it as "the Riviera of the Middle East." His comments, which critics have labeled as potential "ethnic cleansing," drew widespread condemnation, particularly from the Arab world. The White House quickly sought to clarify Trump's remarks, with spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stating that the US would not finance Gaza's reconstruction or commit troops. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the proposal as a generous offer for rebuilding. Analysts remain uncertain whether Trump's statements are a negotiating tactic or a distraction amid ongoing ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, with concerns that such ideas could escalate regional tensions and undermine the two-state solution.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 11 ameznews.inA Texas man, Steven Nelson, was executed by lethal injection on Wednesday for the 2011 murder of pastor Clint Dobson, a crime he consistently denied committing. Nelson, 37, spent over 13 years on death row after being convicted for Dobson's brutal murder during a church robbery in Arlington, where Dobson was beaten and suffocated. Despite acknowledging his role as a lookout and his subsequent theft from the church, Nelson claimed that two accomplices, who were never prosecuted, were responsible for the murder. His appeals were rejected by Texas courts and the US Supreme Court. In his final moments, Nelson expressed peace, urging his loved ones to "always live for me and enjoy life." His execution marked the second in the US this year, amid ongoing debates over the death penalty, which has been abolished in 23 states.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 8 ameznews.inA bold protest in Mashhad, Iran's second-largest city, has gained international attention after a woman was filmed stripping naked and climbing onto a police car, defiantly confronting armed officers. The viral footage shows her shouting at police as she stands on the vehicle's hood and windshield, despite their attempts to remove her. While the exact motivation remains unclear, social media reports suggest she was protesting Iran's stringent clothing laws for women. This incident is part of a broader movement against the morality police and the mandatory hijab law, which has faced criticism even from conservative lawmakers. Recent protests have included other acts of defiance, such as a woman stripping to her underwear at Tehran University. The government's enforcement of harsh penalties for dress code violations has sparked widespread debate, with many expressing solidarity with Iranian women fighting for their rights amid growing discontent over oppressive regulations.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inA viral image purportedly showing Indians being deported from the United States has sparked widespread misinformation online, coinciding with former President Donald Trump's statements on illegal immigration. The image, which depicts several individuals handcuffed inside a military jet, actually shows illegal immigrants being deported to Guatemala and Mexico, not India. A C-17 aircraft recently transported 205 Indian nationals from San Antonio, Texas, but the viral image is unrelated. Investigations, including a reverse image search, revealed that the photo was featured in a report by The Independent on January 30, detailing deportations to Central America. Further verification from the Associated Press confirmed the image's context, clarifying it depicts migrants awaiting deportation at Fort Bliss, Texas. Thus, the claim linking the image to Indian deportees is unfounded and misleading.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump's administration faced significant backlash on Wednesday following his controversial proposal to take over Gaza, which drew warnings from the United Nations against potential "ethnic cleansing." Amid widespread condemnation from Palestinians, Arab nations, and global leaders, Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified that any relocation of Gazans would be temporary, while the White House emphasized there would be no commitment to deploying US troops or funding Gaza's reconstruction. Trump, during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claimed "everybody loves" his plan, which suggested the US would assume control of the war-torn territory. However, Palestinian officials and rights groups vehemently rejected the proposal, calling it "racist" and "aggressive." The ongoing conflict, ignited by Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties, with over 47,000 reported deaths in Gaza, predominantly civilians.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 9 ameznews.inSecret documents reveal that Hamas has reportedly tortured and executed its own members accused of engaging in same-sex relations, highlighting the group's severe stance on homosexuality. Following the October 7, 2023, attack, where over 1,200 people were killed, several Hamas members allegedly raped male Israeli captives. The New York Post reported that Hamas maintained a list of recruits who failed to meet its stringent "morality checks," with punishments for homosexuality including severe torture and execution. The documents indicated that 94 recruits faced allegations ranging from "homosexual conversations" to child rape and torture. One former commander, Mahmoud Ishtiwi, was executed in 2016 for similar accusations, having previously endured torture. In Gaza, homosexuality is punishable by imprisonment or death, underscoring the extreme measures employed by Hamas to enforce its moral code.
Published: Feb 06 2025, 9 am
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