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The Kremlin has suggested that President Donald Trump's announcement of the $175 billion "Golden Dome" missile defense shield could prompt renewed discussions between Moscow and Washington on nuclear arms control. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov characterized the missile shield, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, as a sovereign decision for the U.S., but acknowledged that its implications for nuclear parity remain unclear. He emphasized the need for the two nations, which hold the largest nuclear arsenals, to restore dialogue on strategic stability, particularly following the collapse of key arms control treaties like the 1972 Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty and the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. The U.S. has blamed Russia for these treaty failures, while Moscow disputes the allegations. Peskov highlighted the necessity of recreating a legal framework for arms control to enhance global security amidst deteriorating relations. 
Published: May 21 2025, 5 pmeznews.inAn Indian-origin man, Paresh Patel, was shot dead in the U.S. by a robber posing as a customer, with the incident captured on CCTV. Patel, hailing from Dingucha village in Gujarat, was working in his shop when the assailant attempted to rob him at gunpoint. Despite complying with the robber's demands, Patel was fatally shot after the theft. This tragic event is part of a worrying trend, as the Indian government reported that 86 Indian nationals faced violent attacks abroad in 2023, including 12 in the U.S. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh emphasized that the safety of Indians overseas is a top priority, with government missions actively monitoring incidents and ensuring thorough investigations in collaboration with local authorities.
Published: May 22 2025, 12 ameznews.inDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has accepted a Boeing 747 from Qatar to be used as Air Force One for President Donald Trump, as confirmed by the Pentagon on Wednesday. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated that the Defense Department will implement necessary security measures to ensure the aircraft's safety for presidential use, adhering to federal regulations. Trump defended the gift during his recent Middle East trip, arguing it would save taxpayers from incurring costs, stating, "Why should our military... pay hundreds of millions of dollars when they can get it for FREE?" However, the decision has sparked concerns over potential constitutional violations regarding foreign gifts, as well as the financial and logistical implications of retrofitting the plane for security compliance. Trump has not articulated a national security need for an expedited upgrade, especially given the ongoing development of new Air Force One jets by Boeing.
Published: May 22 2025, 12 ameznews.inThe United States has unveiled its $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense shield, designed to counter threats from China and Russia, with President Donald Trump appointing Space Force General Michael Guetlein to lead the initiative. The project has drawn sharp criticism from China, which warns it could escalate militarization in outer space and trigger an arms race. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning accused the U.S. of pursuing a "U.S.-first" policy that undermines global security and stability, urging Washington to halt the development of the global missile defense system. Russia echoed these concerns, describing the Golden Dome as "deeply destabilizing" and a potential catalyst for conflict in space. The system is intended to intercept missiles at all stages of an attack, including those launched from distant locations or space, a capability Trump emphasized as crucial for national survival.
Published: May 22 2025, 12 ameznews.inA hacker has breached TeleMessage, a messaging platform used by U.S. officials, leading to the leak of data from over 60 government users, including disaster responders and diplomats. The incident, which has raised significant cybersecurity concerns, was revealed following a review by Reuters, which identified the leaked data through the nonprofit Distributed Denial of Secrets. While no sensitive content has been confirmed, the leaked messages, covering a one-day period, included communications related to travel plans of senior officials. TeleMessage, which allows for archiving of messages in compliance with government regulations, has been suspended since May 5. The White House acknowledged the cybersecurity incident but did not comment on its use of the platform. Experts warn that even non-sensitive content poses a counterintelligence risk due to the metadata associated with the conversations.
Published: May 22 2025, 12 ameznews.inBhadreshkumar Patel, a 34-year-old man from Gujarat, has been placed on the FBI's ten most-wanted list for the alleged murder of his wife, Palak Patel, in Maryland in 2015. The couple was working at a donut shop when Patel reportedly attacked Palak, striking her multiple times with an object. Following the incident on April 12, a federal arrest warrant was issued just eight days later, but Patel has remained elusive, with authorities suspecting he may have fled to India. Investigators believe the motive was linked to Palak's desire to return to India, which Patel opposed. The FBI has increased the bounty for information leading to his capture from $100,000 to $250,000, urging the public to assist in locating him. Police Chief Amal E. Awad emphasized the ongoing threat Patel poses, stating that as long as he remains at large, no intimate partner is safe.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 pmeznews.inUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Wednesday that the State Department would intensify efforts to process visas ahead of the upcoming World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. He highlighted concerns over a significant backlog, particularly for Colombian applicants, warning that those who have not yet applied may miss the event. The Trump administration's stringent immigration policies have led to increased scrutiny of visa applications, impacting tourism, especially from Canada. To address this, Rubio revealed plans to potentially reassign diplomats to visa services and implement 24-hour operations at embassies. He also mentioned the possibility of using artificial intelligence for processing certain cases, such as visa renewals. Rubio emphasized the importance of ensuring the success of tourism for major sporting events, responding to concerns raised by Representative Dina Titus about declining visitor numbers to her Las Vegas district since the administration took office.
Published: May 21 2025, 10 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House over controversial remarks made by a South African official, which Trump linked to claims of "white genocide" targeting farmers in South Africa. During their meeting in the Oval Office, Trump presented an audio-visual clip related to the allegations, marking his second high-profile confrontation with a foreign leader, following a contentious exchange with Ukraine's President Zelensky. Ramaphosa appeared visibly uncomfortable with the sudden focus on the inflammatory claims, firmly denying the allegations against his country. The encounter underscores ongoing tensions surrounding race relations in South Africa and highlights Trump's willingness to address contentious international issues in a public forum.
Published: May 21 2025, 11 pmeznews.inThe US Army is set to revise the records of transgender soldiers to reflect only their sex at birth, following internal guidance revealed by Reuters. This directive, part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration, aims to enforce a ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, a move supported by a recent Supreme Court ruling. The 14-page memo outlines that personnel records and administrative systems will be updated accordingly, with commanders instructed to use pronouns that align with biological sex and designate access to intimate spaces based on this classification. Currently, there are approximately 4,240 active-duty and National Guard transgender troops, though advocates suggest the actual number may be higher. Critics, including LGBTQ rights groups, have condemned the directives as harmful to military readiness and vindictive. Public support for transgender service members has decreased, with a Gallup poll indicating that 58% of Americans now back their inclusion in the military.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 pmeznews.inIndia and the US are poised to announce an interim trade agreement ahead of the July 8 deadline, as New Delhi seeks a full exemption from a newly imposed 26% tariff on its goods. The US had suspended this tariff for 90 days starting April 2, although a baseline tariff of 10% remains. India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal recently engaged in talks in Washington, aiming to protect sensitive sectors like agriculture and dairy while negotiating concessions for labour-intensive industries such as textiles and leather. Both nations are working to enhance bilateral trade, targeting a doubling to $500 billion by 2030. While the US has raised concerns over non-tariff barriers in India, India remains open to importing non-genetically modified products. With the US as India's largest trading partner, the trade surplus has grown significantly, prompting discussions to address the widening trade deficit.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 pmeznews.inTeeth, it seems, evolved from sensory organs rather than for chewing, according to a study published in *Nature*. The research highlights that odontodes, the ancient precursors to teeth, first emerged on the armor of early fish around 500 million years ago. Lead author Yara Haridy, while investigating the oldest vertebrate fossils, discovered that these structures may have functioned as sensory organs, transmitting sensations to nerves. Her analysis revealed striking similarities between the sensory features in the Cambrian fossil *Anatolepis* and modern fish, confirming nerve sensitivity in external tooth tissues of species like catfish and sharks. This suggests that the original purpose of odontodes was to detect environmental cues, aiding survival in a predatory habitat. Over time, these sensory structures evolved into the teeth we recognize today, illustrating a fascinating journey from ancient sensory organs to modern dental features.
Published: May 21 2025, 9 pm
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