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Mystery Of Neanderthal-Human Interbreeding: Study Suggests Women Preferred Neanderthal Men | WION

A new study exploring Neanderthal-human interbreeding suggests that human women may have preferred Neanderthal men, offering fresh insight into how early interactions between the two groups unfolded. Researchers say the findings could help explain genetic patterns seen in modern human DNA linked to Neanderthal ancestry. The study sheds light on one of the most debated chapters in human evolutionary history.

Where is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei? Iran supreme leader missing after Israel strikes target near his headquarters

Where is Ayatollah Ali Khamenei? Iran supreme leader missing after Israel strikes target near his headquarters

Israel strikes Iran: Tel Aviv shuts airspace to civilian flights after launching attack on Tehran

Israel strikes Iran: Tel Aviv shuts airspace to civilian flights after launching attack on Tehran

Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict: Islamabad is 'doing terrifically well', says Trump. Will the US Prez intervene?

Responding to a question on the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan Taliban, US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan and its great Prime Minister, General.

US, Israel strike Iran HIGHLIGHTS: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed: Trump

Israel strikes Iran LIVE updates: “Preemptive strikes” have been announced, with explosions reported in Tehran and a national emergency declared. The US has also confirmed its involvement. Follow WION for all the LIVE updates.

Two Indian students died after their rented house in London caught fire

Srikar was pronounced brain-dead after several days of treatment, and later, complete dead was confirmed. His family, residing in Nizamabad, has requested officials to bring his body back to India.

Pakistani pilot 'captured alive' by Afghanistan after jet shot down in Jalalabad

Afghanistan has captured a Pakistani pilot after a jet went down in Jalalabad. Explosions were reported near the airport and Afghan officials claim the pilot was taken alive. What happened? Scroll down to read more.

Trump threatens 'friendly takeover' of another US neighbour. Here's all you need to know

Why is Trump talking about a “friendly takeover” of Cuba and what does it really mean? Scroll down to find out.

Space X plans confidential IPO filing soon, Bloomberg reports

Spacex is reportedly preparing to file confidentially for an initial public offering as soon as next month, a move that could set up one of the biggest stock market debuts in history.

India-Europe ties: India, EU agree on 5-year MFN status

India and the European union have agreed, in a draft trade deal, to grant each other ‘most favoured nation’ status for five years once the pact takes effect. This comes as part of a much-anticipated free trade agreement between new Delhi and brussels.

what India's rising credit growth says about its economy

India's credit is expanding in to a new phase. But is this a red flag for the world's fastest growing economy or is it a sign of economic confidence and resilience? That's what this report decodes.

Israeli defence ministry announces ‘preemptive strike’ on Iran

Israeli defence ministry announces ‘preventive strike’ on Iran

Trump Tariff Row: 68% Of Americans Reject ‘Booming’ Economy Claim | WION

US President Donald Trump has slammed a recent Supreme Court ruling, saying it could cost the United States hundreds of billions of dollars in tariffs. At the same time, a new survey shows a majority of Americans disagree with his claims that the economy is ‘booming.’

Mauritius-Maldives relations: Mauritius suspends diplomatic relations with Maldives

Mauritius has announced the suspension of diplomatic relations with Maldives amid escalating political and strategic differences. The move marks a significant shift in Indian Ocean geopolitics, potentially impacting regional cooperation, trade ties and multilateral engagement.

Prakash Raj exits Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Prabhas' Spirit; latest poster sparks rumour

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, led by Prabhas, is currently a hot topic of conversation after fresh reports claim that Prakash Raj has parted ways from the film. Read the details inside.

‘There’ll be some nerves...’: Mitchell Santner on NZ’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final hopes

With England already through to the semi-finals, attention now turns to Pakistan’s match against Sri Lanka in Pallekele, which will decide who joins them in the last four.

Global Smartphone Market Faces Record Slump In 2026 Amid Chip Shortage | WION

The global smartphone market is heading toward its sharpest decline on record in 2026 as a worsening memory chip shortage drives up device costs and squeezes supply.

Indian Stock Market Weekly Snapshot: Global Jitters Drag Markets Lower | WION

It was a week of two halves for the Indian markets. But ultimately India ended on a bruising note as global jitters overshadowed domestic resilience.

Italy tram derailment: accident in Central Vittorio Veneto Avenue kills Two & injures dozens

A tram derailment on central Vittorio Veneto Avenue in Rome left two people dead and dozens injured, triggering a major emergency response. Authorities in Italy have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident as rescue teams continue medical assistance and traffic disruption persists in the area.