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'Absolute queen': German politician Kathi Gebel shuts down MP with savage 'cl*****s' comeback

German politician Kathi Gebel called out a politician in the parliament, saying he was more sensitive than the clitoris, the female sex organ. Her comments left everyone shocked and laughing. The video from the March incident is now going viral.

Passport, Aadhaar, Voter ID: What actually proves citizenship in India? WION Decodes

After the MEA clarified that a passport is primarily a travel document and not proof of citizenship, debate erupted over what establishes Indian citizenship. Here's a breakdown of citizenship laws, why Aadhaar and voter IDs fall short, and the documents used to support citizenship claims

US-Iran Peace Deal: Rubio Reassures Gulf As Iran Tightens Grip On Hormuz

As US-Iran negotiations continue, Marco Rubio has assured Gulf nations that Washington will protect their security interests. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned ships against using unauthorized routes through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil chokepoint. With oil prices falling on hopes of diplomacy, the battle for influence in the Gulf is far from over

Malaysia Launches Probe into Japan Elephant Transfer

A high-stakes corruption scandal has erupted in Malaysia over the international transfer of three beloved elephants. While the relocation to Osaka’s Tennoji Zoo was framed as a 25-year conservation and research partnership, wildlife activists now allege that over RM53 million in associated transaction fees vanished instead of reaching government coffers.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Race For Golden Boot at the FIFA World Cup Heats Up

The World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race is heating up as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland battle for scoring supremacy. With goals flowing and records at stake, the fight for football's most coveted individual prize is only getting more intense. The question now is who can keep delivering when the pressure peaks.

FIFA 2026 Day 14 Round-up | Brazil, Morocco qualify for R32 from Group C and more results

FIFA 2026 | Brazil and Moroccco qualifed from Group C while Switzerland and Canada are through from Group B and Mexico as well as South Africa are through from Group A.

EU moves to strengthen Europol against rising digital, cross-border crime

Organized crime is going digital, and the EU is striking back! Following a dangerous rise in AI-powered scams, the European Commission has officially unveiled massive new upgrades for Europol. Law enforcement is getting its own ultra-secure "sovereign cloud" and a shared data space to hunt down cross-border digital criminals faster than ever before.

Dettol takes down controversial ad about 'toxic men' and gender double standards

Dettol's new ad in China shows a man seeking a virgin and a “clean” wife. He tells his friend that he might not be a virgin, but his future wife has to be. The ad compares toxic men with germs towards the end. It has been taken down after people criticised the ad.

Tom Holland lets slip his rare nickname for Zendaya on Spider-Man 4 red carpet | Watch

At the Rome world premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Tom Holland and Zendaya shared a rare, candid glimpse into their low-profile relationship. While navigating separate interviews on the red carpet, Holland called out to his partner using her middle name, ‘Maree’.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Bosnia And Herzegovina Beat Qatar 3-1, Qualifies for Knockouts

Bosnia and Herzegovina have kept their World Cup dreams alive after securing a spectacular 3-1 victory over Qatar in their final Group B fixture. With the knockout stages within their grasp for the first time ever, the team delivered a clinical performance under pressure, crushing Qatar's defense and setting off massive celebrations.

Foreign Investors Flee Indian Banks, Bet on Capital Goods

India’s equity market is witnessing a significant churn, as Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) continue a massive exodus from the financial sector. With over ₹1.26 lakh crore pulled out of Indian banks this year—accounting for nearly 44% of total foreign selling—global funds are aggressively rotating their capital.

Terror plot targeting Ayodhya Ram Temple foiled; UP man with alleged Pakistan links arrested in Karnataka

A suspected plot to target Ayodhya's Ram Temple has been uncovered after security agencies arrested a Saharanpur resident in Karnataka. Investigators say the suspect's phone contained Pakistani contacts, suspicious WhatsApp group activity and other material now being examined by the NIA, ATS.

UN: Israel Committed Genocide in Gaza, Deliberately Targeted Children

A new report from the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry, released on June 23, 2026, has concluded that Israeli authorities and security forces have deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank. The 94-page document, titled “The essence of childhood has been destroyed,” asserts that these actions constitute genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes.

Wion Decodes | Trump praises Zelensky's fight against Russia: What's behind US shift on Ukraine?

The Trump administration has frequently clashed with Kyiv, with Vice President JD Vance praising cuts to Ukraine aid and Trump telling Zelensky during a White House confrontation that he did not "have the cards."

NATO Chief Pushes Back On Some of US President's Criticism

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, to address growing rifts within the alliance. The meeting followed heightened friction over the recent U.S. military conflict in Iran, during which President Trump criticized several NATO members for failing to support U.S. efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Roads cracked, airport damaged: Scary visuals emerge after twin earthquake in Venezuela; emergency declared - VIDEO

Two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck Venezuela within 39 seconds, triggering panic in Caracas. Buildings cracked, debris fell, and damage was reported at Simon Bolivar International Airport as authorities assessed the impact

'Violating vessels will be dealt with': IRGC warns ships to stick to designated routes in Strait of Hormuz as traffic picks up

Iran's IRGC Navy has warned vessels to use only Tehran-approved shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting newly announced evacuation routes and threatening action against ships that violate its instructions, even as traffic through the strategic waterway begins to recover.

Trump: Zelensky is Courageous And Has Strong Military Support

In recent remarks at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump offered a notable shift in tone regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump praised the Ukrainian leader’s resilience, stating, "You have to say he's courageous," and highlighted the strength of his forces, noting, "he’s got great equipment, but he’s got great men, he’s got fighters."

FIFA 2026 | Germany most likey to end up as group toppers but coach Nagelsmann not liking it

With two wins in two matches, Germany are expected to top the Group E standing with the match against Ecuador being their last. They will, however, not know their opponent in R32 until later Saturday.