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U.S. President Donald Trump hinted on Monday that Chinese President Xi Jinping might visit the United States "in the not-too-distant future" amid escalating economic tensions between the two nations. Since taking office, Trump has imposed 20% tariffs on all Chinese imports, criticizing Beijing for its failure to curb the flow of chemicals linked to the opioid crisis in the U.S. While Trump has expressed optimism about his relationship with Xi, significant disagreements remain on issues such as tariffs and Taiwan. China has objected to the tariffs and claims to have taken substantial steps in counter-narcotics efforts, responding with limited retaliatory trade measures. During a board meeting at the John F. Kennedy Performing Arts Center, Trump reiterated the need for tariffs to correct trade imbalances and generate government revenue, dismissing concerns that they could hinder economic growth or inflate prices. The White House and Chinese embassy did not comment on the remarks. 
Published: Mar 18 2025, 5 ameznews.inAir Canada has issued an apology after a passenger reported that its Boeing 737 MAX fleet's in-flight entertainment systems did not display Israel as a state, instead labeling the region as "Palestinian Territories." This issue arose amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and was acknowledged in a joint statement by Air Canada and Thales, the company responsible for the IFE system. The airline stated that 40 planes had faulty maps that were not compliant with its policy of displaying only city names. Air Canada is currently working with Thales and the map provider to reprogram the affected systems, with updates expected soon. This incident follows a similar apology from JetBlue in 2024, when Israel was mistakenly labeled as Palestinian Territories, highlighting ongoing sensitivities surrounding the region's representation in airline maps.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 8 ameznews.inJoshua Riibe, the last person known to have seen missing Indian-American student Sudiksha Konanki, is urging Dominican authorities to release him from custody, where he has been held for several days without formal charges. Riibe's lawyer, Beatriz Santana, argues that his detention is unjust as he has not been named a suspect. Despite this, his passport has been confiscated, restricting his movements to the confines of a hotel under police supervision. Konanki, a 22-year-old University of Pittsburgh student, disappeared on March 6 while vacationing in Punta Cana with friends. Surveillance footage shows her at a beach with Riibe after a night of partying, but she has not been seen since. Authorities are scrutinizing Riibe's inconsistent statements regarding the events leading up to her disappearance, with his accounts ranging from seeing her in the water to claiming he rescued her from rough seas.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inAstronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have spent over nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), are set to return to Earth today. NASA has confirmed that the duo will undock from the ISS at 10:35 am IST, commencing a 17-hour journey back home. They will travel aboard SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft, with a planned splashdown off the coast of Florida at approximately 3:27 am IST on Wednesday. Williams and Wilmore originally arrived at the ISS in June of last year, intending to participate in a short roundtrip to test Boeing's Starliner on its inaugural crewed mission. However, due to propulsion issues, the Starliner was deemed unsafe for their return, resulting in an extended stay aboard the ISS. Their homecoming marks a significant moment after an unprecedented delay in their mission.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inUS President Donald Trump is set to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin today to discuss a potential ceasefire in the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has lasted over three years since Russia's full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. Trump revealed on Truth Social that "many elements" of a final agreement have been reached, but emphasized the urgent need to end the conflict, which claims around 2,500 soldier lives weekly from both sides. He expressed hope for a resolution, claiming he could end the war within 24 hours if elected. Following recent "productive" discussions, Trump urged Putin to spare the lives of surrounded Ukrainian troops, warning of a potential massacre. In response, Putin indicated he would consider sparing Ukrainian soldiers if they surrendered. While Ukraine has accepted a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and negotiations, Russia has yet to respond positively to the offer.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inColm Dalton, a university lecturer from County Kerry, Ireland, has embarked on an ambitious journey to visit every Irish pub worldwide, inspired by a memorable trip to the Wicklow Arms pub in Bilbao, Spain. Since then, he has explored 97 pubs across 47 countries, but with an estimated 6,500 Irish pubs globally, he has a long way to go. Documenting his experiences on his blog, Publican Enemy, Dalton aims to appreciate the unique interpretations of Irish pub culture around the world. He fondly recalls the connections made during his travels, although he humorously highlights the Loch Ness pub in Corsica as his least favorite, given its misleading name. Dalton aspires to visit the highest Irish pubs, including Paddy's Irish Pub in Cusco, Peru, and a pub in Namche Bazaar, Nepal, as he continues his quest to celebrate Irish heritage abroad.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 9 ameznews.inPope Francis is showing signs of improvement as he spends short moments breathing without oxygen, according to a Vatican update on Monday. The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli hospital since February 14, receiving treatment for pneumonia in both lungs. For the past fortnight, he has been using an oxygen mask at night and a cannula during the day, but he has now transitioned to a reduced flow of oxygen. The Vatican reported that his condition remains stable, and he has been engaging in physiotherapy, prayer, and light work. A recent photograph, the first since his hospitalization, shows him in a wheelchair in the hospital chapel, appearing alert. In a written statement, Francis expressed solidarity with others facing health challenges, emphasizing that despite physical frailty, love and faith endure. This hospitalization marks the most serious health crisis of his papacy.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 7 ameznews.inThe Israeli military launched extensive airstrikes on Hamas targets in Gaza on Tuesday, resulting in at least 66 deaths and injuring around 150 people, marking the most significant escalation since a ceasefire began on January 19. The strikes were ordered by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office in response to Hamas's refusal to release hostages and to reject proposals from U.S. mediators. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that the military operations aimed to achieve specific wartime objectives, including the release of hostages. Meanwhile, truce talks have stalled, with Israel seeking to extend the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement while Hamas insists on resuming hostage releases only under subsequent phases. The conflict, which began with a Hamas raid on October 7, 2023, has resulted in over 48,000 Palestinian deaths and significant casualties on both sides.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 7 ameznews.inAn Australian man has made history as the first person to survive over 100 days with a titanium artificial heart, known as BiVACOR, after suffering severe heart failure. The unnamed patient, in his 40s from New South Wales, received the device during a six-hour surgery at St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney last November, led by cardiothoracic surgeon Paul Jansz. The BiVACOR, invented by Dr. Daniel Timms, is designed to act as a bridge to a donor heart, utilizing a single moving part to reduce mechanical failure risks. Following a successful period with the device and no major complications, the patient underwent a heart transplant earlier this month. Researchers hailed the implant as an "unmitigated clinical success," though experts note that while BiVACOR could eventually serve as a permanent solution for some patients, its lifespan remains significantly shorter than that of a donor heart, which typically exceeds 10 years.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 7 ameznews.inTaiwan's defense ministry reported a significant increase in Chinese military activity around the self-ruled island, detecting 59 Chinese aircraft, nine warships, and two balloons within a 24-hour period. This marks the highest number of aircraft since October's record, coinciding with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent characterization of China as a "foreign hostile force." The ministry noted that 54 of the aircraft participated in "joint combat" patrols on Monday. In response, China's foreign ministry described these military maneuvers as a "stern warning" to those advocating for Taiwan's independence. China maintains that Taiwan is part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to assert control over the island. The increase in Chinese military presence reflects Beijing's ongoing efforts to reinforce its sovereignty claims, which Taipei firmly contests.
Published: Mar 18 2025, 7 ameznews.inThe Trump administration was consulted by Israel regarding its recent airstrikes in Gaza, as confirmed by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt during an interview on Fox News. The strikes, which have reportedly resulted in dozens of fatalities, mark a significant escalation in violence following a ceasefire established on January 19 between Israel and Hamas. A senior Hamas official accused Israel of breaching this agreement. Leavitt reiterated President Trump's stance that groups like Hamas and Iran would face severe repercussions for their actions against the U.S. and Israel. The ongoing conflict intensified after Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, which killed approximately 1,200 people and resulted in around 250 hostages being taken. Since then, Israel's military response has reportedly claimed over 48,000 Palestinian lives and led to widespread displacement and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Meanwhile, the U.S. has conducted airstrikes in Yemen targeting the Houthi movement.
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