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The Pentagon's inspector general is set to investigate Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the commercial messaging app Signal for discussions about air strikes in Yemen, according to a memo released on Thursday. This inquiry follows a scandal involving an accidental leak of a group chat among senior security officials, which included details about military actions targeting Yemen's Huthi rebels aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The investigation will assess compliance with Department of Defence policies regarding the use of commercial messaging for official business, as well as adherence to classification and records retention requirements. The probe was initiated following a request from the leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee, comprising both a Republican and a Democrat. The leak was highlighted by The Atlantic, revealing that a prominent journalist was unintentionally included in the chat. 
Published: Apr 04 2025, 12 ameznews.inMicrosoft marks its 50th anniversary as a tech giant, evolving from a small Albuquerque startup founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen to a powerhouse with a net profit of $88 billion from $245 billion in sales in 2024. The company, valued at nearly $3 trillion, ranks as the second-most valuable globally, trailing only Apple. Microsoft's journey can be divided into four eras: initially capitalizing on IBM's need for an operating system, then revolutionizing personal computing with Windows; facing challenges from the internet boom and internal conflicts under CEO Steve Ballmer; and finally, reinventing itself under Satya Nadella through a focus on cloud services and strategic acquisitions, including LinkedIn and OpenAI. As it embraces modern technologies like AI, Microsoft seeks to maintain its relevance and appeal to a new generation of talent, though its future remains uncertain.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 6 pmeznews.inIndia's Ministry of External Affairs has disclosed that 682 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States since January 2025, primarily for illegal entry attempts. Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, addressed the Lok Sabha, asserting that these deportations would not significantly affect remittance flows, as most deportees were apprehended at the border. The Indian government is actively collaborating with US authorities to combat illegal immigration and human trafficking, targeting criminal networks involved in these activities. Singh emphasized that only verified Indian nationals are accepted for deportation, and ongoing investigations into illegal immigration agents have been initiated based on testimonies from returning deportees. Since 2009, the US has deported 15,564 Indians, with 388 deported in 2025 alone, raising concerns about the treatment of deportees, which the Indian government has formally communicated to US officials.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 6 pmeznews.inRecent findings from the Dark Energy Spectroscopy Instrument (DESI) at Arizona's Mayall Telescope have revealed significant insights into the nature of dark energy, a force believed to drive the universe's expansion. This extensive survey, which maps 15 million galaxies and captures light emitted 11 billion years ago, suggests that dark energy may not be a constant, as previously thought. Instead, researchers propose it could evolve over time, challenging existing cosmological models. The implications are profound; if dark energy's influence diminishes, it could lead to a future scenario known as the "Big Crunch," where cosmic expansion reverses. While the DESI data aligns with established models, a combination of new findings could necessitate a radical rethinking of cosmology. As scientists delve deeper into these mysteries, ongoing projects like Euclid and J-PAS may provide further clarity, marking an exciting era for cosmological research.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 6 pmeznews.inUS stock futures plunged sharply today, indicating further losses on Wall Street, following China's announcement of new tariffs in retaliation to the Trump administration's recent levies, which have already wiped $2.4 trillion from US equities. In India, the NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex mirrored this decline amid growing concerns over global trade stability. Harvard professor Lawrence H. Summers described the market's downturn as the worst in five years, attributing it to unprecedented policy responses rather than external crises. Critics have pointed out that Trump's Truth Social platform sold stock just before the tariffs were announced, raising ethical questions. Meanwhile, layoffs in the US surged by 205% in March, exacerbating fears over the economic impact of Trump's trade war. Despite the turmoil, Trump remains optimistic, asserting that the market will rebound, while announcing additional import duties set to take effect soon.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 6 pmeznews.inA revolution in space travel is on the horizon as British startup Pulsar Fusion unveils its innovative nuclear fusion-powered rocket, the Sunbird. Designed to rendezvous with spacecraft in orbit, the Sunbird will attach itself and utilize nuclear fusion to propel them at unprecedented speeds. Founder Richard Dinan emphasized that space is a more logical environment for fusion, which is challenging to achieve on Earth. The rocket will employ Duel Direct Fusion Drive (DDFD) engines, using helium-3 and deuterium to generate propulsion through charged particles. Although the technology could potentially reduce travel time to Mars by half and reach Pluto in four years, successful space testing of fusion remains unproven. Currently in early development, Pulsar aims to achieve orbital fusion by 2027. Initially, Sunbirds will transport satellites, but their true capabilities may revolutionize interplanetary missions.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 4 pmeznews.inChina announced on Friday that it will impose a 34 percent tariff on all imports of US goods starting April 10, in retaliation for the steep tariffs recently introduced by the United States. The Chinese finance ministry confirmed that this additional levy will be added to existing tariff rates on American products. Furthermore, China's Commerce Ministry is enacting export controls on seven rare earth elements, including gadolinium and yttrium, which are essential for various technologies. In response to the US tariffs, which include a 10 percent levy on imports globally and a particularly harsh 34 percent on Chinese goods, Beijing plans to file a lawsuit with the World Trade Organization (WTO). This escalation marks a significant step in the ongoing trade conflict, with China vowing to take necessary countermeasures to safeguard its economic interests.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 4 pmeznews.inA groundbreaking study published in *Science* reveals that bonobos, our closest living relatives, utilize compositionality in their vocal communication, challenging the long-held belief that this capability is unique to humans. Researchers investigated bonobo calls in the Kokolopori Community Reserve in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, developing a comprehensive "bonobo dictionary" that decodes the meanings of individual calls and their combinations. By analyzing over 300 contextual parameters, they established that bonobo vocalizations can express commands, emotions, and refer to events. The study identified call combinations that exhibit compositionality, akin to human language structures, suggesting that complex communication may have deeper evolutionary roots. This research implies that the ability to create nuanced meanings from smaller units likely existed in our common ancestors, predating human language by millions of years, and highlights the sophisticated nature of animal communication.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 5 pmeznews.inFollowing President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs on nearly all countries, including key allies, speculation arises about potential fallout, particularly for US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. According to Politico, if the tariffs lead to economic repercussions or public discontent, Lutnick may become the scapegoat for the administration. The former CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald has been described as a controversial figure within the White House, pushing aggressive trade policies, including the recently implemented tariffs, which impose a staggering 54% rate on China. Despite warnings from experts about possible market instability or recession, Lutnick insists that these tariffs will generate revenue and has reportedly advocated for even higher rates. Meanwhile, the Trump administration remains optimistic, asserting that their strategy aims to level the playing field for American industries, with spokesperson Kush Desai claiming they have the "best and brightest trade team" in history.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 2 pmeznews.inIn a significant financial downturn, the world's 500 richest individuals collectively lost $208 billion in wealth following US President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs. Notably impacted was Mark Zuckerberg, whose fortune plummeted by $17.9 billion, a nine percent drop. This decline marks the fourth-largest single-day fall in the Bloomberg Billionaires Index's history and the most substantial since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Jeff Bezos also faced a $15.9 billion loss due to a nine percent drop in Amazon shares, while Elon Musk saw $11 billion vanish as Tesla shares fell 5.5 percent. Other notable billionaires affected included Michael Dell, Larry Ellison, and Bernard Arnault, whose LVMH conglomerate lost $6 billion amid fears of a new 20 percent EU tariff on US-bound exports. Trump's tariffs particularly targeted nations perceived as adversarial, imposing a staggering 54 percent on Chinese goods.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 3 pmeznews.inNew research from the University of Edinburgh highlights the evolutionary significance of oviraptorosaurs, unusual feathered dinosaurs that resemble flightless birds, in understanding forelimb evolution and challenging assumptions about the T. rex. Ranging from house cat to giraffe size, these Cretaceous theropods had strong beaks and sharp claws. Contrary to the prevailing belief that reduced forelimbs in theropods like T. rex were functionless, the study reveals that oviraptorosaurs, including the two-fingered _Oksoko avarsan_, adapted their arm structure for new functions, possibly including digging. This adaptation occurred alongside a geographical expansion into the Gobi Desert, suggesting that environmental factors influenced forelimb evolution. The findings indicate that forelimb and digit reduction in these dinosaurs may not be linked to a loss of function, but rather to new survival strategies, prompting a reevaluation of how we interpret the functionality of theropod limbs, including those of T. rex.
Published: Apr 04 2025, 3 pm
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