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In a tragic climbing accident in Washington state's North Cascades, Indian-origin techie Vishnu Irigireddy, 48, was one of three climbers killed when their anchor point failed during a descent from North Early Winters Spire. Irigireddy, a resident of Seattle and Vice President of Engineering at Fluke Corporation, was climbing with friends Tim Nguyen, 63, Oleksander Martynenko, 36, and Anton Tselykh, 38, when a storm prompted their retreat. The group fell approximately 200 feet, resulting in the fatalities of Irigireddy, Nguyen, and Martynenko. Tselykh survived the fall and managed to drive 64 kilometers to alert authorities. Friends and family remember Irigireddy as an experienced climber who found joy in nature and plan to honor him through donations to non-profits. His company described him as an extraordinary leader, expressing that his loss is deeply felt within the organization. Tselykh is currently hospitalized with serious injuries. 
Published: May 15 2025, 2 pmeznews.inEighteen-year-old British teenager Bella May Culley has been arrested in Georgia after going missing in Pattaya, Thailand. Detained by Georgian authorities, she faces serious drug charges, including possession and importation of marijuana. According to reports, Culley was apprehended at Tbilisi airport with 34 packages of marijuana and 20 packages of hashish. If convicted, she could face up to 20 years in prison or even life imprisonment. Following her arrest, she was placed in a pre-trial detention facility for women in Rustavi. Culley, who recently completed a nursing course at Middlesbrough College, is the great-granddaughter of former Labour MP John Cook. She had been travelling in Southeast Asia, sharing her experiences on social media, before her disappearance on May 10, just a day after her last post.
Published: May 15 2025, 7 pmeznews.inWhite House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared an anecdote about a waiter from Jammu and Kashmir who expressed gratitude to former President Donald Trump for mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. This ceasefire was announced after escalating military actions, including India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror sites in Pakistan following a deadly attack that killed 26 civilians. Leavitt claimed the waiter had been unable to return home due to the conflict but was now able to do so, attributing this change to Trump's intervention. During a speech at al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Trump reiterated his peacemaking role, asserting that he had helped resolve the tensions. Following the ceasefire, which was confirmed through DGMO-level talks, normalcy has resumed in border districts, with 32 airports in northern and western India reopening for civil operations.
Published: May 15 2025, 8 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump's recent comments urging Apple CEO Tim Cook not to build manufacturing facilities in India have been downplayed by government sources, who emphasize the benefits of expanding production in the country. Apple plans to invest significantly in Indian manufacturing, aiming for a majority of US-bound iPhones to be produced domestically. Sources highlighted India's growing role in the global smartphone market and its competitive manufacturing ecosystem, suggesting that companies like Apple will recognize the advantages of local production. Despite Trump's remarks, Apple executives confirmed there are no changes to their investment plans in India. The company is navigating a split sourcing strategy, with iPhones for the US market produced in India to mitigate tariffs on Chinese imports. Currently, around 15% of global iPhone output comes from India, aligning with India's 'Make in India' initiative to enhance local manufacturing capabilities.
Published: May 15 2025, 8 pmeznews.inA shocking video has emerged showing an Uber driver brandishing a gun at Miami rapper Krissy Celess, also known as Bomb Ass Krissy, and her friend during a dispute over directions. The confrontation escalated after Celess commented on the driver's demeanor, leading him to threaten them with a firearm while demanding they exit the vehicle. Celess shared the harrowing footage on Instagram, sparking widespread outrage. Her attorney, Carlos Dominguez, stated that the driver's aggressive behavior and use of a gun were excessive responses to a minor disagreement. In light of the incident, Celess and her friend plan to sue Uber, which has since removed the driver from its platform and expressed concern over the event, emphasizing that firearms are prohibited for drivers. The Hollywood Police are currently investigating the matter.
Published: May 15 2025, 8 pmeznews.inJapan's Sakurajima volcano erupted on May 15, 2025, launching an ash plume 3,000 meters into the air from the Minamidake summit crater, as reported by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). A Level 3 alert has been issued, advising residents to avoid the area due to potential volcanic hazards, including pyroclastic flows and volcanic bombs. Although ash fall is anticipated in nearby Kagoshima, Kumamoto, and Miyazaki prefectures, no injuries or significant damage have been reported thus far. Dramatic footage of the eruption has gone viral on social media, capturing the attention of users worldwide. Sakurajima, one of Japan's most active volcanoes, is closely monitored due to its location near populated regions, underscoring the necessity of effective disaster preparedness as officials continue to track the situation and provide updates.
Published: May 15 2025, 8 pmeznews.inDavid Perdue, the newly appointed U.S. ambassador to China, is set to emphasize his close ties to former President Donald Trump as he aims to restore communication between Washington and Beijing. A former Republican senator from Georgia, Perdue replaces Nicholas Burns, a career diplomat who departed in January. His arrival follows a truce in Geneva that paused the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China, which has raised global recession concerns. Perdue, who has shifted from a pro-trade stance to a China hawk, will focus on negotiating a trade deal and addressing the flow of fentanyl precursors from China, which is linked to U.S. tariffs. Analysts expect Perdue to adopt a more pragmatic approach compared to his predecessor, potentially facilitating better economic relations. His extensive business background and previous congressional experience in China may aid in addressing ongoing issues like market access and intellectual property theft.
Published: May 15 2025, 6 pmeznews.inIran has expressed willingness to negotiate a nuclear deal with the United States, contingent on the lifting of sanctions and the allowance for uranium enrichment for civilian purposes under international oversight. Ali Shamkhani, a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, emphasized that Iran would commit to not developing nuclear weapons, dismantling its stockpiles of highly enriched uranium, and limiting enrichment levels. In exchange, Iran demands immediate sanctions relief, with Shamkhani affirming that an agreement could be signed if these conditions are met. Tensions persist, however, as Iranian leaders criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's approach, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian rejecting intimidation tactics. The U.S. and Iran have been engaged in ongoing negotiations, with both sides acknowledging the challenges ahead, particularly regarding the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the talks.
Published: May 15 2025, 6 pmeznews.inIn a significant development ahead of trade minister Piyush Goyal's visit to Washington, Donald Trump has claimed that India has proposed a trade deal involving "no tariffs." Speaking in Doha during his Middle East tour, Trump expressed frustration over Apple's plans to manufacture iPhones in India instead of the US, urging CEO Tim Cook to reconsider. Meanwhile, Apple is accelerating its production plans in India, aiming to shift most of its iPhone manufacturing there by 2026 to avoid potential tariffs on Chinese goods. Following Trump's tariff comments, Indian equity markets surged to a seven-month high, as Goyal's delegation seeks to finalize a trade deal within the government's "Autumn" timeline. Reports suggest India may reduce duties to zero on 60% of tariff lines while offering preferential access to 90% of US imports, with both nations targeting a bilateral trade increase to $500 billion by 2030.
Published: May 15 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIndia and the United States are engaged in intricate negotiations for a significant trade deal, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasizing the need for mutual benefits. The proposed agreement could elevate bilateral trade to over $500 billion by 2030, encompassing a diverse range of goods, including agricultural products and military equipment. Jaishankar highlighted that any deal must be advantageous for both nations, cautioning that no decisions have been finalized. The talks are particularly pivotal following the return of Donald Trump to power, who previously imposed tariffs on Indian imports. In response, India has adjusted tariffs on certain American goods while striving to maintain a cooperative trading relationship. The discussions also occur against the backdrop of regional tensions, underscoring the complex interplay of trade and diplomacy. Additionally, India has recently secured trade agreements with the UK and the European Free Trade Association, further diversifying its international trade partnerships.
Published: May 15 2025, 5 pmeznews.inUnfounded allegations regarding cocaine use by French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during a train journey to Ukraine have emerged from a far-right French social media account. The claims, which inaccurately suggested that a crumpled tissue seen in footage was a bag of cocaine, gained traction after being amplified by US conspiracy theorists and eventually reached Russian officials. Macron's office dismissed the rumors as "fake news" propagated by France's adversaries, highlighting ongoing concerns about Russian disinformation campaigns amid the conflict in Ukraine. The conspiracy gained momentum on social media, with posts accumulating millions of views, and was further fueled by prominent figures like Alex Jones. Experts noted that while the initial spread was organic, various factions later connected to amplify the narrative, transforming it into a viral "crowd phenomenon."
Published: May 15 2025, 5 pm
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