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SpaceX founder Elon Musk announced that the company's Starship rocket is set to embark on a mission to Mars at the end of 2026, carrying the Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus. Musk indicated that if the initial landings are successful, human missions could commence as early as 2029, although 2031 is deemed more probable. Starship, touted as the largest and most powerful rocket globally, is central to Musk's ambition of establishing a human presence on Mars. Additionally, NASA is awaiting a modified version of Starship for its Artemis program, aimed at returning astronauts to the Moon. However, SpaceX faces challenges in proving the rocket's reliability and safety following a recent test flight that ended in a fiery explosion, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration to mandate an investigation before future launches can proceed. 
Published: Mar 15 2025, 2 pmeznews.inUkraine's air force reported on Saturday that it successfully intercepted 130 Iranian-made Shahed drones launched by Russia during nighttime attacks across 14 regions. Additionally, Moscow targeted Ukraine with two ballistic missiles. This comes on the heels of a Russian strike on President Volodymyr Zelensky's hometown of Kryvy Rig, where the number of wounded has risen to 14, including two children aged two and 15. The attack, which struck a residential area, has drawn attention to the ongoing threat posed by Russian forces amid escalating international efforts to resolve the three-year conflict. Dnipropetrovsk region head Sergiy Lysak noted that the missile assault resulted in the destruction of more than a dozen large apartment buildings and ten private homes, further emphasizing the humanitarian toll of the war.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 pmeznews.inAt least 16 people were injured when a porch roof collapsed during a house party in Oakland, near the University of Pittsburgh, on Friday night. A viral video captured the moment the roof gave way, with witnesses estimating that up to 22 individuals were on top when the structure fell onto partygoers below. Among the injured, three were reported in serious condition, suffering from concussions and limb injuries. Eyewitnesses described the chaos, with one partygoer, Carlton Gbur, lamenting the sudden end to the festivities. Students helped rescue others trapped under the debris, expressing their shock and fear as the incident unfolded. Officials reported that between 300 and 500 students were present at the time, and while the building was deemed structurally sound, the rear porch area has been condemned. The University of Pittsburgh Police are collaborating with city officials to investigate the incident, reminding the public of the dangers of rooftop gatherings.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 pmeznews.inRussia announced on Saturday the recapture of two villages, Zaoleshenka and Rubanshchina, from Ukrainian forces in the Kursk border region, as part of its ongoing offensive to reclaim territory lost to Ukraine. The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed the gains, which include the main town of Sudzha, taken earlier this week. In a bid to demoralize Ukrainian troops, President Vladimir Putin urged them to surrender, promising them "life and dignified treatment." Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged the challenging situation in Kursk, as the Ukrainian army revealed on social media that its forces had retreated westward towards the border. The developments come amid heightened tensions, with former US President Donald Trump urging the Kremlin to show restraint towards Ukrainian soldiers.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 pmeznews.inThailand has reacted to a United States visa ban on officials involved in the deportation of Uyghurs back to China, stating it has received assurances regarding their safety. The Thai government faced international backlash after deporting at least 40 Uyghurs to China's Xinjiang region in late February, where they had been detained for years after fleeing China. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the visa restrictions on certain Thai officials on Friday, prompting Thailand's foreign affairs ministry to acknowledge the US decision while emphasizing its ongoing commitment to the well-being of the deported individuals. Despite the tensions, Thailand, the oldest US ally in Asia, maintains friendly relations with China, which the US accuses of genocide against the Uyghurs. China, however, denies these allegations, asserting that it is providing vocational education to improve the lives of the Uyghur population.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 4 pmeznews.inFrench prosecutors have initiated a manslaughter investigation against oil giant TotalEnergies in connection with a deadly attack by Islamic State-linked terrorists in Mozambique in March 2021. The assault on the town of Palma resulted in the deaths of dozens, with some victims reportedly beheaded, and forced thousands to flee into nearby forests. Survivors and relatives of the victims have accused TotalEnergies of negligence, claiming the company failed to adequately protect its subcontractors during the violence near a major gas field in Cabo Delgado province. The inquiry, which includes charges of involuntary manslaughter and failure to assist a person in danger, was confirmed by the Nanterre prosecutor's office on Friday. TotalEnergies has yet to respond to the allegations.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 5 pmeznews.inAstronomers have discovered four small planets orbiting Barnard's Star, a dim red dwarf located just six light-years from Earth, making it one of our closest stellar neighbors. Despite its proximity, the star is too faint to be seen without telescopes, which were crucial in detecting the planets. Using precision instruments like the Espresso spectrograph on the Very Large Telescope in Chile and the Maroon-X instrument on the Gemini North telescope, researchers monitored the star's gravitational interactions over several years. The planets, likely rocky and too hot to support liquid water, have short orbital periods ranging from two to seven Earth days. While the search for longer-period planets in the star's habitable zone yielded no results, these findings contribute to our understanding of planetary formation around red dwarfs, which are the most common type of star in the galaxy. Future missions, such as ESA's Plato, aim to identify more planets further from their stars.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 2 pmeznews.inThe Trump administration is contemplating a new travel ban affecting citizens from 41 countries, as revealed in an internal memo obtained by Reuters. The list, which is subject to change and pending approval from officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, categorizes countries into three groups. Full visa suspension would apply to nations such as Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran, and North Korea, among others. A partial visa suspension is proposed for countries like Eritrea, Haiti, and Myanmar, impacting tourist and student visas. Additionally, several countries are flagged for potential partial suspensions if they fail to rectify identified deficiencies, including Angola, Belarus, and Pakistan. The memo reflects ongoing discussions within the administration regarding national security and immigration policy, emphasizing the potential for significant changes in travel regulations.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 3 pmeznews.inVice President JD Vance recently discussed Elon Musk's controversial approach to federal government restructuring in an NBC News interview, acknowledging that Musk has made "mistakes" during mass firings but stressed the importance of correcting them. Vance recognized the valuable contributions of many federal employees, countering Musk's characterization of them as "fraudsters." While acknowledging some may not adequately perform their duties, he called for a balanced perspective. Vance's remarks came during a trip aboard Air Force Two, where he also addressed economic recovery, citing the addition of 10,000 manufacturing jobs last month, while noting the long road to resolving $2 trillion deficits. Amidst growing disapproval of Trump's economic policies, Vance attributed challenges to the previous administration. He also touched on foreign policy, defending his controversial comments about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and dismissed speculation about his 2028 presidential ambitions, focusing instead on his current role.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 3 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Sri Lanka in early April to solidify agreements made during President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's trip to Delhi last year, as confirmed by Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath. Speaking in parliament, Herath emphasized the importance of Sri Lanka's relationship with India, noting that their first diplomatic visit was to the country. During Modi's visit, new memoranda of understanding will be signed, including the inauguration of the Sampur solar power station, part of a collaboration between the Ceylon Electricity Board and India's NTPC to establish a 135 MW solar plant in Trincomalee. Herath highlighted the benefits of the National People's Power government's goodwill policy towards India, which has facilitated various ongoing projects. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to a neutral foreign policy that prioritizes national interests. This will mark Modi's fourth visit to Sri Lanka since 2015.
Published: Mar 15 2025, 3 pmeznews.inTORONTO: Tensions between Canada and the United States have escalated as President Donald Trump's remarks about annexing Canada have ignited a wave of nationalism among Canadians, traditionally known for their politeness. Recent polls indicate that Canada-US relations are a primary concern for residents, leading to a rallying cry of "Elbows up," a hockey term symbolizing readiness to defend the nation. Over 1,000 people attended a rally on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, where speakers addressed feelings of betrayal and anger towards the US, with many Canadians boycotting American goods and altering travel plans. Organiser Peter Wall expressed a mix of concern and frustration, while journalist Jordan Heath-Rawlings likened the situation to the shock of a divorce, prompting a reevaluation of Canadian identity. Comedian Shaun Majumder suggested this period may mark a significant shift in Canada's self-perception, as former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau echoed the sentiment, stating, “We will be diplomatic when we can but fight when we must.”
Published: Mar 15 2025, 3 pm
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