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Jimmy Carter's final sendoff begins in Georgia

Carter, who died at 100, served as President from 1976 and devoted his post-presidency to humanitarian efforts, winning a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Morning news brief: UN accuses Israel of ceasefire violation; India on Chinese respiratory illnesses, and more

Begin your day with WION's morning news brief, delivering the latest global updates and important headlines to keep you informed and ready for the day ahead.

Thousands protest outside Yoon's residence as arrest deadline nears

Yoon faces charges of insurrection, a crime not covered by presidential immunity, making him potentially the first sitting South Korean president to be arrested.

'No unusual surge': Indian health ministry on rise in HMPV, respiratory illnesses in China

Health ministry attributes the seasonal surge in respiratory illnesses to typical winter pathogens, including Influenza, RSV, and HMPV, affecting public health.

Fog alert in Delhi: Hundreds if flights delayed

Delhi fog alert: Flight, train operations hit in national capital due to poor visibility; IMD issues orange alert

Foreign smartphone sales in China drop 47% in November, challenging Apple’s dominance

Business & Economy: Foreign smartphone sales in China saw a significant decline in November, posing a substantial challenge to Apple's dominance in the competitive market.

Happy birthday Deepika Padukone: Lesser know facts about the actress

Celebrating the iconic Deepika Padukone on her special day! From her stellar performances on the silver screen to her inspiring journey as a global icon, she continues to captivate hearts worldwide.

BGT - Australia qualify for WTC Final 2025 after beating India at SCG

Sports, cricket: Australia beat India by six wickets in the final Test at the SCG to claim the BGT. With this win, they also qualified for the WTC Final 2025.

Biden awards Presidential medal of freedom to Hillary Clinton, Michael J. Fox, Denzel Washington

President Joe Biden gave the US's highest civilian honour to 19 people, including Denzel Washington and Hillary Clinton.

Pakistan: Bomb blast in Turbat leaves six dead, several injured

At least six people, including paramilitary troops, were killed, and more than 25 others injured in a bombing on Saturday in Pakistan's Balochistan province.

No cause for alarm: Indian health officials on hMPV spread in China

The Union health ministry on Saturday said that India is "closely monitoring" the situation regarding a new variant of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV). The ministry also mentioned that it has requested the World Health Organization (WHO) to provide "timely updates" on the situation in China and that "India is well-prepared" to manage any potential rise in respiratory illnesses.

West Asia Tensions: US supports for Israel under scrutiny

The Biden administration notified Congress of an $8 billion weapons package for Israel, including thousands of bombs, missiles and artillery shells, in one of the largest new arms sales since the war in Gaza began in 2023.

How AI is steering Formula 1 championship towards precision and performance?

Science & Technology/Sports: Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the motorsport world by enhancing team strategies, optimising car performance, and providing detailed insights into race data.

Syria to resume international flights at Damascus airport

Syria's Damascus International Airport will begin receiving international flights starting Tuesday, Ashhad al-Salibi, chairman of the Syrian General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport, announced Saturday.

Indian workers fill critical roles in Israel

As Israel begins its monumental rebuilding efforts following the recent conflict with Hamas, the construction sector faces a significant labor shortage. Historically dependent on Palestinian and other migrant workers, Israel is now turning to an increasing number of workers from India to fill the gap.

Hollywood A-listers set to shine at Golden Globes

The Golden Globes offer separate awards for dramas and comedies/musicals, widening the field of movie stars in contention -- and thus highlighting more performances for Academy voters, who will soon cast ballots for the Oscar nominations.

NASA's James Webb Telescope discovers alcohol cloud in deep space

Science: NASA's James Webb Telescope reveals an alcohol cloud in the depths of space, marking a significant step in exploring cosmic phenomena and interstellar chemistry.

Israel says indirect ceasefire talks with Hamas resume in Qatar

Learn about the indirect negotiations for hostage release, as Israeli delegations travel to Qatar following a video plea from captured soldier Liri Albag.