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Alice Weidel, an openly gay politician leading Germany's far-right AfD party, has emerged as a surprising figure in the country’s political landscape as it heads into elections. Living in Switzerland with her Sri Lankan partner, Weidel is viewed by critics as a "fig leaf" for a party known for its anti-immigration stance and controversial views on Germany's Nazi past. Polls suggest the AfD could secure around 20% of the vote, potentially placing it second. Weidel has garnered support from prominent figures like Elon Musk and Viktor Orban, and her increasing visibility has been described as a "normalisation" of the AfD. While she has distanced herself from the broader LGBTQ movement, she remains a polarising figure, advocating for extreme measures such as border closures and "remigration." Her leadership signals a significant shift within the party, which historically struggled to connect with mainstream voters. 
Published: Feb 23 2025, 2 pmeznews.inKyiv has reported its largest single drone attack since the onset of the full-scale invasion by Russia on February 24, 2022, with a record 267 drones launched in a coordinated assault. Ukrainian Air Force Command spokesman Yuriy Ignat confirmed that 138 drones were intercepted, while 119 were jammed without causing damage, and three ballistic missiles were also launched. Damage occurred in five Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv, which faced direct hits. In response to the escalating aerial threats, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Russia's "aerial terror" and called for unity among Ukraine's allies, highlighting that nearly 1,150 drones were launched by Russia in the past week alone. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump's recent outreach to Russia has raised concerns in Kyiv, as he has criticized Zelenskiy and suggested a shift in Western policy towards Moscow, further complicating the conflict's resolution.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella has acknowledged a significant oversight in the company's history: its failure to foresee the dominance of search as a business model, a domain that Google has successfully mastered. In a discussion with YouTuber Dwarkesh Patel, Nadella reflected on how Microsoft mistakenly believed the web would remain decentralised, underestimating the value of search in organising online information. He noted, "We missed what turned out to be the biggest business model on the web," highlighting that understanding technological shifts is insufficient without recognising potential value creation. Nadella, who has been with Microsoft since 1992, also discussed the challenges of adapting to business model changes, which he believes can be more complex than keeping pace with technology. He recalled the company’s successful transition during the browser era, driven by the launch of Mosaic and Netscape, which necessitated a new approach to application development.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inThe Kremlin has expressed optimism over recent dialogue between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, describing their interaction as "promising" amid ongoing tensions in Ukraine. Trump's recent phone call to Putin marked a departure from established Western policy, with both sides discussing potential pathways to end the conflict, notably without Ukrainian or European involvement. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized that Russia would never concede territory in eastern Ukraine, asserting that the local population had chosen to join Russia through what they claim were legitimate votes. Meanwhile, Putin, addressing servicemen on "Defender of the Fatherland Day," framed the conflict as a divine mission to protect Russia. As Trump’s overtures raise alarms in Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Western allies to maintain their support for Ukraine. In response to the shifting dynamics, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer plan to visit Washington to advocate for continued backing of Ukraine.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inArchaeologists in eastern China have revealed that sections of the Great Wall are significantly older than previously thought, with new studies suggesting origins dating back to the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046–771 BCE), approximately 300 years earlier than earlier estimates. Excavations in the Changqing district of Shandong province uncovered wall segments from the Spring and Autumn Period (770–476 BCE), a time contemporaneous with Confucius. This discovery challenges the notion of the Great Wall as a single construction project, highlighting it as a series of fortifications built over multiple dynasties primarily to protect against nomadic incursions. The findings also shed light on the advanced engineering skills of ancient China, particularly during the Warring States Period, when the wall expanded to approximately 30 meters. Researchers employed diverse methods, including artefact analysis and studies of plant and animal remains, to date the wall, revealing its complex history of construction, restoration, and occasional abandonment.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inA new study from Yale University has raised concerns about a condition termed "post-vaccination syndrome" (PVS), which some individuals may experience following COVID-19 vaccination. Symptoms of PVS, which can emerge within days of receiving the vaccine, include exercise intolerance, excessive fatigue, brain fog, and changes to the immune system. Lead researcher Dr. Akiko Iwasaki emphasized the need for rigorous scientific inquiry into PVS, as many affected individuals feel overlooked due to its lack of medical recognition. The study involved 42 participants with PVS symptoms and revealed differences in immune cell proportions compared to a control group. Notably, those with PVS exhibited reactivation of the Epstein-Barr virus, similar to long COVID patients. While further research is necessary to establish the prevalence of PVS, the findings could pave the way for improved diagnoses, treatments, and ultimately, safer vaccines.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 7 pmeznews.inTens of thousands of mourners gathered at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut on Sunday for the funeral of Hezbollah's former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, nearly five months after his death in an Israeli airstrike on September 27, 2024. Attendees, dressed in black, included men, women, and children from across Lebanon and beyond, who traveled despite biting cold and heavy security measures. The ceremony, delayed due to security concerns, featured large portraits of Nasrallah and his successor, Hashem Safieddine, who was also killed in an Israeli strike. Hezbollah officials claimed around 800 personalities from 65 countries attended, emphasizing the group's resilience amid recent losses. Iranian officials hailed Nasrallah as a "hero of the resistance," while mourners expressed profound sorrow, vowing to honor his legacy. Hours before the funeral, the Israeli military conducted strikes in southern Lebanon, citing intelligence-based operations against military targets.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 4 pmeznews.inTens of thousands of mourners gathered at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut on Sunday for the funeral of Hassan Nasrallah, the former leader of Hezbollah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in September 2024. The ceremony, attended by individuals from around 90 countries, marked a significant moment for the Iran-backed group, which Nasrallah had led for over three decades. Mourners, dressed in black and waving Hezbollah flags, traveled from various regions, despite the cold weather and heavy security measures, including road closures and a temporary halt to flights at Beirut's airport. Senior officials, including Iranian representatives, were present, emphasizing the leaders' roles as "heroes of the resistance." The event was a demonstration of Hezbollah's resilience following a recent war with Israel, amid ongoing tensions in the region. Hours before the funeral, Israel conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, further escalating the situation.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 5 pmeznews.inKim Kardashian is facing a defamation lawsuit after mistakenly posting a photo of a New York man, Ivan A. Cantu, on her Instagram, misidentifying him as a Texas death row inmate guilty of double homicide. In her post, Kardashian urged her followers to sign a petition to stop Cantu's execution, which she claimed was imminent. The real convict, also named Ivan Cantu, was executed on February 28, 2024, while the New York resident remains alive. Cantu's attorney, Greg Sobo, stated that the post caused his client severe emotional distress and public humiliation during a time of personal grief. Kardashian's lawyer, Michael Rhodes, described the incident as a "simple mistake" stemming from the use of a public photo of another man with the same name, emphasizing her commitment to criminal justice reform. Kardashian has gained recognition for her activism, notably advocating for prison reforms in recent years.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 5 pmeznews.inDhaka has officially invited tech billionaire Elon Musk to visit Bangladesh to launch the Starlink satellite service, a move that could significantly enhance connectivity across the nation. In a letter to Musk, Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, highlighted the transformative potential of integrating Starlink's technology, particularly for the country's youth and vulnerable women. Yunus emphasized that Musk's visit would allow him to engage with young Bangladeshis who stand to benefit most from the service. He also tasked Dr. Khalilur Rahman, his High Representative for the Rohingya crisis, with coordinating efforts with the SpaceX team to ensure Starlink's readiness for launch within 90 days. Following a video discussion on February 13, where they explored future collaborations, Musk expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "I look forward to it," signaling a positive outlook for the initiative's potential impact on national development.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 5 pmeznews.inThousands gathered in Beirut on Sunday for the funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, nearly five months after he was killed in an Israeli airstrike, a significant blow to the Iran-backed group. The event, held at the nearly full 55,000-seat Camille Chamoun Sports City stadium, was marked by the presence of Israeli fighter jets overhead, with the Israeli army remarking, "the world is a better place" following Nasrallah's death. His killing, alongside that of Hashem Safieddine, who briefly led Hezbollah after Nasrallah, has severely weakened the group, which has faced challenges following last year's conflict with Israel. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed to continue resistance against Israel, emphasizing that the struggle for liberation remains ongoing. The mass funeral aimed to project strength amid Hezbollah's diminished capacity and the loss of key leadership figures.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 5 pm
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