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Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Istanbul on Tuesday, continuing a wave of demonstrations that erupted following the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opponent of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The protests, which have seen nearly 1,500 arrests—including that of an AFP journalist—are viewed by opposition supporters as a serious affront to the rule of law. The government has responded with a heavy-handed crackdown, remanding seven journalists, including AFP photographer Yasin Akgul, in custody for allegedly participating in illegal rallies, a claim vehemently denied by journalists' rights groups. Erdogan dismissed the protests as "street terror," while demonstrators chanted anti-government slogans and expressed fears of police identification. The Republican People's Party (CHP) has called for a major rally on Saturday, aiming to galvanize support for Imamoglu and demand early elections amidst rising tensions and concerns over media freedom and human rights in Turkey. 
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 ameznews.inA recent incident in China has ignited widespread outrage on social media after a Porsche driver fled a petrol station without paying a 500 yuan (approximately US$70) bill. The event occurred on March 12 along a highway between Hubei and Shaanxi provinces, where surveillance footage captured the driver, operating a black Porsche worth US$75,000 and lacking a license plate, filling up before making a hasty getaway. A petrol station employee, surnamed Song, was left to cover the bill herself, as she was required to settle all accounts by the end of her shift. Fortunately, her employer reimbursed her. After Song posted the footage online, police tracked down the driver within four days. Although he apologized and paid the outstanding amount, authorities are investigating further under China's Public Security Administration Punishments Law, which could result in fines and detention for his actions.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 pmeznews.inA Chinese woman, Wang Wei, has been implicated in a staggering US$3.3 million fraud that has left her husband, Cheng, facing overwhelming debt and feelings of betrayal, according to the _South China Morning Post_. While Cheng lived frugally to manage their existing credit card debt, Wang allegedly masterminded a scheme that involved changing the locks on 80 apartments, which she then fraudulently sold using forged property documents. The funds were reportedly used to lavish gifts, including properties, on a live-streamer. Since 2019, Wang deceived family and friends, including her aunt and Cheng's sister, to amass a total of 24 million yuan. The deception was revealed, leading to financial ruin for those involved and potential legal repercussions for Wang. This case has ignited public outrage, underscoring the dire consequences of greed and deceit within personal relationships.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 5 pmeznews.inThe Abel Prize for mathematics has been awarded to Japanese mathematician Masaki Kashiwara, 78, for his significant contributions to algebraic analysis and representation theory. Recognized by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters, Kashiwara was commended for his development of D-modules, which revolutionized the study of linear differential equations, and for his discovery of crystal bases. A professor at Kyoto University, he has made substantial advancements alongside collaborators, including Pierre Schapira, with whom he co-authored the influential work "Sheaves on Manifolds." The Abel Prize, established by the Norwegian government to honor exceptional achievements in mathematics, carries a reward of 7.5 million kroner (approximately $714,000). Kashiwara's work has been pivotal for over fifty years, continuing to inspire new generations of mathematicians. He will receive the award in Oslo on May 20.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 5 pmeznews.inPrince Harry has stepped down as patron of Sentebale, a charity he co-founded in 2006 to support young people affected by HIV and AIDS in southern Africa, following a significant governance dispute. Alongside Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, Harry announced their resignation after relations with board chair Sophie Chandauka deteriorated irreparably. In a joint statement, they expressed shock at the situation, emphasizing their commitment to the charity's beneficiaries. The conflict has led to the departure of several trustees, with some calling for Chandauka's resignation amid allegations of poor governance and misconduct. Chandauka, who claims to have faced backlash for raising concerns, has reported issues to the UK's Charity Commission and taken legal action to retain her position. The Charity Commission is currently reviewing the situation to determine necessary regulatory actions.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA 20-year-old man in Virginia, identified as Joe Brown, was arrested for allegedly stealing nearly $10,000 worth of anime trading cards while dressed as Spider-Man. The incident occurred on March 14 at Gaming Giant, a family-owned collectibles store in Fairfax, where Brown reportedly broke in after scouting the shop earlier that day. During his visit, he inquired about specific graded cards related to popular series like Dragon Ball Z, One Piece, and Pokémon, all of which were secured in display cases. Following the break-in, the store owner reported the robbery on Facebook, detailing how the front door was damaged and numerous valuable items were taken. Brown has since been charged with burglary and released on an unsecured bond. The theft underscores the rising demand for collectible trading cards, which can fetch thousands of dollars, as evidenced by a recent auction of a rare Pokémon item that sold for $90,000.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 5 pmeznews.inA military correspondent for Russia's Channel One, Anna Prokofieva, was killed by a mine on the Russian side of the border with Ukraine in the Belgorod region, the channel reported on Wednesday. Prokofieva, who was 35 and had been covering the Ukraine conflict since 2023, died while her film crew was on assignment; a cameraman, Dmitry Volkov, was also injured in the incident. Her final social media post, shared on Tuesday, depicted her in military fatigues and included a caption referencing Ukraine in a derogatory manner. The ongoing conflict has claimed the lives of at least 21 journalists since Russia's military offensive began in February 2022, with several fatalities occurring recently, including another correspondent from the pro-Kremlin newspaper Izvestia who was killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv region on Monday.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 3 pmeznews.inUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned Russia's recent drone attacks, which involved over a hundred drones overnight, just hours after a ceasefire agreement was reached regarding the Black Sea. This agreement, facilitated by the US during talks in Saudi Arabia, aims to end the prolonged conflict that has lasted over three years. However, the Kremlin indicated that any halt in strikes would depend on lifting restrictions on its agriculture sector, raising doubts about the agreement's implementation. Zelensky criticized the drone strikes as a blatant indication that Moscow is not committed to achieving genuine peace. The Ukrainian air force reported that 117 drones were launched, with 56 intercepted, while some caused damage in Kryvyi Rig and Sumy. Additionally, frontline areas faced continued attacks, resulting in three fatalities in Donetsk. Zelensky urged for increased global pressure and sanctions on Russia to halt the strikes.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 pmeznews.inHamas has issued a stark warning that hostages may be killed if Israel continues its military operations in Gaza, including air strikes. In a statement, the group claimed it is making efforts to ensure the safety of the captives but emphasized that ongoing Israeli bombardments pose a significant threat to their lives. Hamas noted that previous attempts by Israel to rescue hostages through force have ended tragically. Since Israel resumed its air strikes and ground operations last week, over 830 Palestinians have reportedly been killed, while the conflict, ignited by Hamas's attack on October 7, has claimed the lives of 1,218 people in Israel, predominantly civilians. The health ministry in Gaza has reported that the ongoing Israeli offensive has resulted in at least 50,183 deaths, mostly among civilians, amid a backdrop of escalating violence following a ceasefire in January.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 pmeznews.inThe Kremlin has outlined several conditions necessary for activating a Black Sea maritime security deal with the United States, asserting that Moscow's needs were overlooked in previous agreements. This comes after the U.S. reached separate ceasefire deals with Ukraine and Russia, which include a commitment to advocate for the lifting of some sanctions against Moscow. While Russian food and fertiliser exports are not directly sanctioned, Moscow argues that payment, logistics, and insurance restrictions hinder shipments. Key among Russia's demands is the reconnection of its state agricultural bank, Rosselkhozbank, to the SWIFT international payments system, which may require European approval. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized that the new deal’s activation hinges on fulfilling conditions similar to those in the original Black Sea Initiative, which Russia withdrew from in 2023 due to unmet commitments concerning its agricultural exports.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 pmeznews.inIn a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Greenland, the White House has cancelled a planned visit by Second Lady Usha Vance amid widespread outrage over President Trump's controversial proposal to "buy" the semi-autonomous Danish territory. Greenland's citizens have firmly rejected the offer, staging unprecedented anti-American protests, prompting the U.S. to reconsider its approach. The delegation will now be led by Vice President JD Vance, but will only visit the U.S. military base at Pituffik, avoiding the capital Nuuk where protests were expected. Greenland's acting prime minister, Mute Egede, condemned the original visit as a "provocation," reflecting a broader sentiment of distrust towards the U.S. Denmark's government welcomed the revised plans, but critics argue the U.S. acted out of necessity, fearing backlash from the Greenlandic populace. The U.S. delegation's visit is scheduled from March 27 to March 29, 2025.
Published: Mar 26 2025, 4 pm
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