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NASA and SpaceX are set to launch the Crew-10 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on Friday at 7:03 PM ET, following a delay due to technical issues. The mission carries a four-member international team tasked with conducting scientific experiments, but its significance lies in facilitating the return of two stranded astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams. The duo has been aboard the ISS since June, after the Boeing Starliner spacecraft they were testing encountered propulsion problems and returned empty. Their extended stay, now exceeding nine months, has drawn public sympathy and political commentary, with former President Donald Trump controversially suggesting they might have "fallen in love." Once Crew-10 arrives, Crew-9, which includes Wilmore and Williams, can depart, although the timeline for their return remains uncertain. The mission highlights ongoing cooperation in space between the U.S. and Russia amid geopolitical tensions. 
Published: Mar 15 2025, 12 ameznews.inU.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed confidence on Friday that a "high-level" agreement regarding TikTok will be reached by the April 5 deadline. Speaking to NBC News aboard Air Force Two, Vance noted that the anticipated deal would address national security concerns and establish a distinct American entity for the popular social media app. The move comes as President Donald Trump appointed Vance and national security adviser Michael Waltz last month to oversee potential negotiations for the sale of TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance. The app's future has been uncertain since a law mandating ByteDance to divest its ownership or face a ban took effect on January 19. Following his inauguration, Trump signed an executive order to delay the enforcement of this law by 75 days, further complicating the situation.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 ameznews.inIn a recent email, Peter Marocco, the acting deputy administrator of USAID, suggested phasing out aid to crisis-stricken Lebanon and the Rohingya, the world's largest stateless population. The email, dated February 16, reflects the Trump administration's efforts to terminate aid programs deemed unbeneficial to the U.S. Marocco emphasized the need for recipient populations to express gratitude for American support, proposing that the U.S. should seek "consideration or good faith" from them. He instructed Tim Meisburger, head of USAID's humanitarian affairs, to draft a memo outlining options for reducing dependency on U.S. aid. This move comes amid a broader initiative to shrink USAID and merge it with the State Department, resulting in significant staff cuts and aid terminations. Despite a waiver protecting emergency food and medical aid for the Rohingya and Lebanon, the U.N. warns of potential cuts to food rations for Rohingya refugees unless funding is secured.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 ameznews.inNASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-10 mission on Friday, aimed at returning stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the International Space Station (ISS). The Falcon 9 rocket, carrying a Dragon spacecraft, lifted off from Kennedy Space Center at 7:03 PM ET (2303 UTC). Williams and Wilmore had been aboard the ISS since June last year, following complications with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft during its initial crewed flight, which rendered it unfit for their return. This mission marks a significant collaboration between NASA and billionaire Elon Musk’s SpaceX, highlighting ongoing efforts to ensure the safe return of astronauts after unexpected challenges in space travel. As the launch took place, NASA shared their excitement on social media, encouraging the astronauts to "have a great time in space."
Published: Mar 15 2025, 5 ameznews.inFrench President Emmanuel Macron has called on Russia to accept a proposed 30-day ceasefire agreement put forth by the United States and Ukraine. Speaking on Friday, Macron emphasized the importance of the ceasefire in discussions he held with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. In his nightly address, Zelenskiy confirmed that he and Macron deliberated on the current diplomatic landscape, the potential for peace, and the technical details necessary to implement the ceasefire. He expressed gratitude for France's unwavering support in these efforts, highlighting a united front among allies in seeking an end to hostilities. The push for a ceasefire comes amid ongoing tensions and conflict in the region, underscoring the urgency for diplomatic resolutions.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 1 ameznews.inRussian President Vladimir Putin has urged Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region to surrender, following a call from former US President Donald Trump to spare their lives. Both leaders claimed that Russian forces had Ukrainian soldiers surrounded, a statement Kyiv has dismissed, although President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged increasing pressure on his forces. In a televised address, Putin assured that surrendering troops would receive "life and dignified treatment," while Trump highlighted the precarious situation of thousands of Ukrainian soldiers, warning of a potential massacre. Despite claims of encirclement, Ukraine's military insisted it was maintaining control of the territory, with Zelensky stating that the situation in Kursk was challenging but manageable. He noted that Ukraine's offensive had forced Russian troops to withdraw from other areas, stabilizing the situation around the eastern logistics hub of Pokrovsk.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 12 ameznews.inNewly inaugurated Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly stated on Friday that Canada will "never" be absorbed into the United States, directly countering President Donald Trump's recent annexation threats. In his first address as Canada's 24th prime minister, Carney emphasized the country's sovereignty, declaring, "we will never, ever, in any way, shape or form, be part of the United States." Despite rejecting the notion of annexation, Carney expressed a willingness to seek collaborative opportunities with the Trump administration, aiming to foster a constructive relationship between the two nations. His comments come amid heightened tensions regarding U.S. foreign policy and its implications for Canadian sovereignty.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 12 ameznews.inThe United States is poised to revoke more student visas in the wake of recent events, as revealed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday. This announcement follows the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student facing deportation due to his pro-Palestinian activism. During a press briefing after a G7 foreign ministers' meeting, Rubio stated, "In the days to come, you should expect more visas will be revoked as we identify people that we should have never allowed in." The move signals a tightening of immigration policies amid rising tensions surrounding political activism and foreign relations. The implications of this policy shift could affect numerous international students in the US, as the government intensifies scrutiny of visa holders involved in activism.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 11 pmeznews.inMark Carney was sworn in as Canada's prime minister on Friday in Ottawa, marking a significant shift in the political landscape amid strained US-Canada relations under President Donald Trump. The 59-year-old former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England took his oath in both English and French, pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Carney, who lacks prior political experience, triumphed in the Liberal Party leadership race, drawing attention for his crisis management skills. His first major challenge will be to mend US relations, prompting a cabinet reshuffle that sees Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc move to international trade and Innovation Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne taking over finance. Carney emphasized his commitment to defending Canadian sovereignty, stating he would only meet Trump when respect for Canada is shown, and plans to maintain retaliatory tariffs on US goods. Efforts are underway to arrange a call between the two leaders, according to Foreign Minister Melanie Joly.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 8 pmeznews.inA 31-year-old South Carolina woman, An T. Ngo, has been charged with homicide by child abuse following the alleged stabbing death of her newborn son shortly after birth. According to an arrest warrant, Ngo gave birth to a boy on March 7 in her apartment, where she is accused of using a metal letter opener to cut the umbilical cord before fatally stabbing the infant multiple times. Police were alerted by Ngo's boyfriend and found the severely injured baby, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Easley Police Chief Brandon Liner described the incident as "gruesome" and emphasized the need for justice for the child, stating that Ngo is responsible for the tragedy. After being treated at the hospital, she was arrested on March 11 and has been denied bail, with her next court appearance scheduled for May 15.
Published: Mar 14 2025, 9 pm
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