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An Indian climber and a Filipino mountaineer have become the first fatalities of the current climbing season on Mount Everest, according to hiking officials. Subrata Ghosh, 45, from India, died on Thursday below the Hillary Step while descending after summiting the 8,849-metre peak. Bodhraj Bhandari, from the organizing company Snowy Horizon Treks and Expedition, noted that Ghosh refused to descend from the perilous area known as the 'death zone.' Efforts are ongoing to retrieve his body, with the cause of death pending a post-mortem. Meanwhile, 45-year-old Philipp II Santiago from the Philippines died late Wednesday at the South Col while resting in his tent after reaching the fourth high camp. Both climbers were part of an international expedition led by Bhandari. Nepal has issued 459 permits for Everest climbs this season, with nearly 100 climbers having reached the summit already. 
Published: May 16 2025, 11 ameznews.inThe European Union is formulating a new package of sanctions aimed at intensifying pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced during a summit in Tirana. Despite already implementing 17 sanction packages, including the latest this week, EU diplomats face challenges in achieving unanimous agreement among the bloc's 27 members for additional measures. Proposed sanctions may target the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines, expand listings of Russian vessels, lower the oil price cap, and impose further restrictions on Russia's financial sector. The effectiveness of these sanctions may hinge on support from the United States. Concurrently, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators engaged in their first direct peace talks in over three years in Istanbul, although skepticism remains regarding Putin's commitment to peace, as highlighted by NATO and UK officials at the summit.
Published: May 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inRussian and Ukrainian negotiators convened in Istanbul on Friday for their first face-to-face peace talks in over three years, amid pressure from US President Donald Trump to resolve the ongoing conflict. The discussions, held at the Dolmabahce Palace, included Turkish officials and marked a rare diplomatic engagement since Russia's invasion in March 2022. Ukraine's delegation emphasized the need for a 30-day ceasefire, the return of abducted children, and a prisoner exchange as prerequisites for peace. While Russia expressed a willingness to discuss a ceasefire, it raised concerns about Ukraine potentially using the pause to regroup militarily. Observers, including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, cautioned that significant progress was unlikely given the low-level representatives sent by both sides. Meanwhile, Russia reported territorial gains in eastern Ukraine, and air alerts were issued in the city of Dnipro just before the talks began.
Published: May 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inAn eight-year-old boy named Lucas Atchison has uncovered a nearly 200-year-old shipwreck while on a family trip to Point Farms Provincial Park in Ontario. Using a metal detector gifted to him for his birthday, Lucas discovered a steel spike attached to wood, prompting him and his father to dig deeper, revealing remnants of the ship. They reported their find to provincial parks officials and the Ontario Marine Heritage Committee (OMHC), which began excavation earlier this month. Marine archaeologists have identified the wreck as likely belonging to a schooner, possibly the St. Anthony, which sank in 1856. While the full identity of the ship remains uncertain, the excavation has already uncovered significant artifacts, and volunteers are working to create detailed drawings of the wreck. Lucas expressed his surprise at the discovery, stating, "I did not expect to find a shipwreck!"
Published: May 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA New Orleans woman, Barbara Hainsworth, is under investigation after authorities uncovered the mummified remains of her 600-pound son, who had reportedly been dead for nine months. The discovery was made on May 15 during a code enforcement inspection of her Lakeview home, which was filled with garbage, animals, and signs of extreme hoarding. Neighbours had previously lodged multiple complaints about the property's condition. Hainsworth, described as a mentally disabled elderly woman and a former doctor whose medical license was revoked a decade ago, acknowledged to police that her son had died and cited his multiple medical conditions. The New Orleans Department of Code Enforcement is now coordinating efforts to clean and sanitize the property, which has been declared a public nuisance. Emergency abatement procedures are being planned after addressing biohazard concerns.
Published: May 16 2025, 5 pmeznews.inMalaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made a landmark visit to Russia on Thursday, marking the first official trip by a Malaysian leader in nearly two decades. During his meeting with President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, the two leaders shared a light-hearted exchange while touring the ceremonial St Andrew's Hall, where Anwar humorously responded to a question about the hall's three thrones, prompting laughter from both delegations. However, the discussions were serious, focusing on enhancing bilateral relations, energy cooperation, and the sensitive issue of the MH17 tragedy, which resulted in the deaths of 298 people in 2014. Anwar raised concerns following a UN report that attributed blame to Russia, a claim Moscow has dismissed as politically motivated. Both leaders expressed a desire to strengthen ties in trade, defense, and technology, while Malaysia continues to maintain a neutral stance on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Published: May 16 2025, 4 pmeznews.inDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has issued a warning regarding Pakistan's alleged plans to use taxpayer money to finance terrorism, specifically citing a proposed Rs 14 crore allocation to Masood Azhar, the UN-designated terrorist leader of the Jaish-e-Mohammed group. Speaking at a military base in Gujarat, Singh claimed that Pakistan is rebuilding terrorist infrastructure, particularly after India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps linked to groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. He criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for providing financial aid to Pakistan, suggesting that such funds could indirectly support terrorism. India recently opposed the IMF's proposal for a $2.3 billion loan to Pakistan, asserting that the funds may be misused for state-sponsored terrorism. Singh's comments come amid ongoing concerns about Pakistan's terror financing and its removal from the Financial Action Task Force's 'grey list' in 2022, despite India's objections.
Published: May 16 2025, 4 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump expressed concern on Friday over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, stating, "a lot of people are starving," as Israeli air strikes reportedly killed 56 individuals since midnight. His comments came during a visit to Abu Dhabi, following a foreign tour that notably excluded Israel. The situation in Gaza has deteriorated since a ceasefire with Hamas collapsed in March, exacerbated by a total blockade that has led to severe food shortages. Amid ongoing violence, residents described chaos and destruction, with one stating, "We couldn't sleep or find any peace." The conflict, which reignited in October 2023 after a Hamas attack, has claimed over 53,000 lives, according to recent tallies. While Hamas demands humanitarian aid as a prerequisite for negotiations, Israel insists that its military actions are necessary to secure the release of hostages taken during the initial attack.
Published: May 16 2025, 4 pmeznews.inWalmart, the largest retailer in the U.S., is warning customers of impending price increases on essential goods due to significant tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, the highest seen since the 1930s. Executives revealed that while they are striving to absorb these costs, higher prices are unavoidable, affecting items from bananas to car seats. As the back-to-school shopping season approaches, customers will feel the impact more acutely. Walmart's Chief Financial Officer, John David Rainey, noted that the price hikes are not limited to discretionary items but also basic necessities. Despite a strong first-quarter performance, with a revenue increase of 2.5%, Walmart's sales growth is slowing, reflecting cautious consumer spending amid economic uncertainty. The company has not paused shipments from China, aiming to keep merchandise flowing, but is preparing for further price increases as tariffs extend to various imports, including groceries.
Published: May 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inThe FBI has issued a warning about a scam targeting foreign students in the U.S., particularly those from Middle Eastern countries like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan. Scammers are impersonating officials from agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, claiming students have violated their F-1 visa conditions and demanding payments for alleged legal issues. This scheme exploits heightened anxieties among international students regarding immigration enforcement, especially amid recent policy actions impacting foreign nationals. The FBI advises students to verify caller identities, avoid sharing sensitive information, and be cautious of unsolicited communications and fake government websites. Victims are encouraged to report incidents to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center and contact their embassies for assistance. Students should remain vigilant and keep records of all communications to aid law enforcement investigations.
Published: May 16 2025, 2 pmeznews.inJarred Dwayne Shaw, a 34-year-old American basketball player, was arrested in Indonesia for attempting to smuggle cannabis-infused candies into the country. Indonesian police seized 132 pieces of cannabis-laced candies weighing 869 grams during a raid on his apartment in Tangerang Regency on May 7, 2025. The operation followed a tip-off about a suspicious package from Thailand, where cannabis was decriminalised in 2024. Shaw, who has played in the Indonesian Basketball League since 2022, claimed he intended to share the candies with teammates. Following his arrest, the Tangerang Hawks terminated his contract and the league imposed a lifetime ban. Under Indonesia's strict drug laws, Shaw faces severe penalties, including life imprisonment or the death penalty, as the country maintains a zero-tolerance stance on drug-related offences, with over 500 individuals currently on death row for such crimes.
Published: May 16 2025, 3 pm
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