eznews.in
In 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.inCarl Lundstrom, a Swedish businessman known for his financial backing of the controversial file-sharing site _The Pirate Bay_, has died in a plane crash in Slovenia at the age of 64. Lundstrom was piloting a Piper Mooney Ovation M20R from Zagreb to Zurich when the aircraft crashed into a wooden cottage on Velika Planina mountain. Rescue efforts were hampered by severe weather, requiring rescuers to hike to the remote site. The far-right party Alternative for Sweden, which Lundstrom supported, paid tribute to him, calling him a "legend" and a vital figure in Swedish nationalism. While often misidentified as a co-founder of _The Pirate Bay_, Lundstrom was a financier whose company, Rix Telecom, provided essential infrastructure for the site, which became embroiled in legal issues over copyright infringement. He was convicted in 2009 and sentenced to prison, but remained a polarizing figure in Swedish politics.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 7 ameznews.inThe SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the Crew-10 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 7:03 PM EST, carrying a four-member team, including astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, back to Earth after an extended stay on the International Space Station (ISS). The rocket's first stage landed at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station approximately ten minutes post-launch. Williams and Wilmore have been on the ISS for over nine months due to propulsion issues with the Boeing Starliner, which delayed their return. They will be joined by NASA's Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov in the Crew Dragon capsule. The Crew-10 team, consisting of NASA's Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers, Japan's Takuya Onishi, and Russia's Kirill Peskov, will conduct scientific experiments during their mission. Meanwhile, political discourse has emerged regarding the astronauts' prolonged stay, with comments from former President Trump and SpaceX's Elon Musk stirring controversy.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 7 ameznews.inGunshots were fired at a Tesla dealership in Tigard, Oregon, early Thursday morning, marking the second shooting incident in a week amid rising protests and vandalism linked to CEO Elon Musk's controversial role in the Trump administration. The Tigard Police Department reported that over a dozen shots were fired around 4:15 a.m., causing significant damage to vehicles and showroom windows, though no injuries were reported. This follows a similar shooting on March 6, prompting an ongoing investigation in collaboration with federal agencies, including the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Tesla has faced increasing demonstrations across the U.S., with incidents including vandalism of Cybertrucks in Seattle. Amid these tensions, President Trump announced he would purchase a new Tesla to express his support for Musk, as the electric vehicle maker grapples with declining sales and stock prices.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 8 ameznews.inIn a tense escalation of the ongoing conflict, President Vladimir Putin urged Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region to "surrender," while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused him of sabotaging ceasefire efforts. US President Donald Trump, following "productive" talks with Putin about a proposed 30-day ceasefire, called for the protection of Ukrainian soldiers, warning that their encirclement could lead to a "horrible massacre." Despite claims of being surrounded, Ukraine's military denied the threat, with Zelensky acknowledging the difficult situation but asserting the value of their campaign. The Kremlin expressed cautious optimism regarding a ceasefire but emphasized the need for direct talks between Trump and Putin. Meanwhile, G7 foreign ministers warned of new sanctions against Russia unless it agrees to an equitable ceasefire, as EU leaders prepare to discuss significant military aid for Ukraine amid fears that Russia is undermining peace efforts.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 6 ameznews.inIn a last-minute effort, the United States Congress averted a government shutdown on Friday, with lawmakers approving a funding bill through September, despite significant opposition from Democrats to President Trump's proposed spending cuts. Facing a midnight deadline, Senate Democrats, under pressure from grassroots activists, ultimately backed the Trump-backed bill to avoid a shutdown that could have intensified the administration's controversial policies, including cuts proposed by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to support the legislation drew ire from his party, with critics accusing him of betrayal. Trump praised Schumer for his decision, framing it as a positive shift for the country. The funding bill’s passage is seen as a victory for Trump, who successfully navigated dissent within the Republican ranks and quelled potential rebellion against his administration's agenda.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 6 ameznews.inUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of undermining US-led efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine, following Putin's skepticism about a proposed 30-day truce initiated by former President Donald Trump. In statements released by Downing Street, Starmer emphasized that "we can't allow President Putin to play games" with the ceasefire proposal, asserting that the Kremlin's lack of seriousness about peace is evident. He accused Putin of attempting to stall the ceasefire negotiations. Ahead of a virtual summit on Saturday, Starmer aims to secure commitments from European and NATO leaders to bolster support for Ukraine. Alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, Starmer is advocating for a "coalition of the willing" to deter further Russian aggression, with both leaders open to deploying troops in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Turkey has expressed willingness to engage in peacekeeping, while Ireland has ruled out sending troops for deterrence.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 6 ameznews.inCraig Hamilton-Parker, a UK psychic known for his expertise in Nadi astrology, has made a striking prediction just days before a cargo ship collided with an oil tanker in the North Sea. In a YouTube video dated March 4, he forecasted an impending oil tanker accident, stating, “I saw a ship or something in trouble.” This prediction came to fruition on March 11 when the MV Solong cargo ship struck the MV Stena Immaculate, a US-flagged oil tanker, leading to significant explosions and fires visible from space. While 13 crew members from the Solong were rescued, one is presumed dead, and all 13 aboard the Stena Immaculate were saved. Hamilton-Parker, who has previously predicted events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the death of Queen Elizabeth II, claims to have learned his prophetic skills in India, earning him the nickname "New Nostradamus."
Published: Mar 15 2025, 6 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.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 am
For the fastest, latest, not so wokest news, 'experts say' you need to visit Eznews
India
World
Economy
Science
Health
Showbiz
Contact