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Luxury Stocks End Bad Year on Brighter Note

European luxury goods stocks recovered in December, relieving some of the pain for investors. This comes after a year of worries about falling demand in a crucial market, China.

West Asia crisis: US diplomats have 'positive meeting' with new Syrian leader

Syrian leader al-Sharra leads the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group that swept Bashar al-Assad from power earlier this month, ending the family's 50-year-long iron-fisted rule.

India: Northern States Face Severe Cold Wave Conditions

Kashmir is experiencing an intense cold wave, with temperatures plummeting sharply and disrupting daily life. Watch this video to know more.

NASA On Alert As 120-foot Asteroid

#GRAVITAS | Scientists are closely monitoring an asteroid that is scheduled to pass earth on December 24. The asteroid identified as 2024 XN1 was first spotted by NASA’s tracking system. Reports suggest, the asteroid measures about 120 feet in size which equals the size of a 10-storey building. Some say, it is around the size of an airplane, even. Watch this video to find out more.

Macron slammed over 'racist' remarks which his office denies

Macron said that the "problem with emergency care in this country is that it's filled with people called Mamadou", during a discussion last year in front of his then-health minister Aurelien Rousseau, according to an article in Le Monde on Wednesday.

Ukraine Collects 2 Million Hours Of Drone Footage To Train AI | GRAVITAS | World News

As the future of warfare increasingly revolves around artificial intelligence, Ukraine holds a significant advantage with its extensive collection of drone footage—spanning millions of hours—that can be utilized to train AI models for battlefield decision-making. During Russia's invasion of Ukraine, both sides have employed AI to enhance combat strategies, including identifying targets and analyzing images at speeds far exceeding human capability. This technological edge showcases the growing role of AI in modern conflicts. Watch to know more.

Bowlers with Most Wickets in Middle Overs in T20Is

Bowlers with Most Wickets in Middle Overs in T20Is

Sri Lanka Navy rescues boat of 100 Rohingya refugees

The mostly Muslim ethnic Rohingya are heavily persecuted in Myanmar and thousands risk their lives each year on long sea journeys, the majority heading southeast to Malaysia or Indonesia.

Explained: US lawmakers scramble to avert govt shutdown. Here's what's at stake

The US has experienced several government shutdowns in recent years. In 2018-2019, the longest shutdown in US history lasted 35 days, sparked by disputes over border security and President Trump's demand for a border wall. 

Russia Devastates Parts Of Kyiv In ‘Revenge’ Attack

#Gravitas Russia has unleashed a retaliatory strike on Ukraine's capital Kyiv. The attack was carried out in the early hours of Friday causing devastation in various parts of Ukraine’s capital.

Bowlers with Most Wickets in Middle Overs in T20 Cricket

Bowlers with Most Wickets in Middle Overs in T20 Cricket

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Collects Vast War Data To Train AI Models | WION Fineprint

Russia launched a retaliatory strike on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, in the early hours of Friday, causing significant devastation across various parts of the city. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine War: Deadly Rush-Hour Missile Strike On Kyiv, Embassies Left Damaged  | Fineprint

Russia has unleashed a retaliatory strike on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv. The attack was carried out in the early hours of Friday causing devastation in various parts of Ukraine’s capital. Watch to know more!

Taiwan Lawmakers Fight Over Controversial Bills Seen As Threat To Democracy | Race To Power | WION

On Friday, Taiwan's lawmakers erupted into chaos over controversial bills perceived as threats to the nation's democracy. The scene in the legislative chamber turned turbulent, with members engaging in physical confrontations, spraying water, and exchanging pushes and kicks. Watch to know more!

USA News: House Rejects Trump-backed Plan On U.S. Government Shutdown | Race To Power | WION

The Republican-led House rejected a temporary funding plan backed by President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday with just over 24 hours to go before a US government shutdown. Watch this report for more details!