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Brokeback Mountain director Ang Lee to receive DGA Lifetime Achievement Award

Brokeback Mountain filmmaker Ang Lee is up for a big award at the DGA Awards (Directors Guild of America’s Awards). The ace filmmaker will be bestowed with the DGA’s Lifetime Achievement Award for his incredible contributions to the world of films.

After weeks of denial, Bangladesh finally admits 88 incidents of violence against Hindus

Amid diplomatic tensions between New Delhi and Dhaka over communal violence, Bangladesh on Tuesday (Dec 10) admitted that at least 88 incidents have happened targeting minority Hindu community since the ouster of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina in August.

Tech Leaders Court Trump As EU Pursues Multiple Probes

Donald Trump will have to prioritise either Europe or big tech in light of the European union's multi-year crackdown on some of the biggest American tech firms. Take a look at this next report as we dive into what trump said on big tech and Europe's crackdown... Watch this video to find out more.

From letter to Tim and Jeh to sharing laughs, Kareena Kapoor teases what Kapoors discussed with PM Modi

It was a special moment for the Kapoor family as they met with the Indian PM Narendra Modi to invite him for the legendary Raj Kapoor’s 100th anniversary. To celebrate his life in movies and his contribution to the Indian film industry, R.

US Weighs New Gasoline Sanctions On Iran | World Business Watch | WION

The United States may soon impose sanctions on gasoline exports to Iran...A move that could dramatically escalate tensions in the region. The United States is considering new sanctions to curb gasoline exports to Iran.

Syria’s Assad dynasty ends after crimes with no punishment

Here is the headline over the final chapter of fifty-four years of tyrannical rule over Syria by the Assad family: Crime Without Punishment. Like his father Hafez, Bashar al-Assad got away with murder.

Key South African Trade Route To Mozambique Shut As Protests Flare

Protests over the election results in Mozambique caused South Africa to temporarily halt operations at its border crossing with the southeast African country. Mozambique is an important hub for exporting coal and chrome. Watch in for more details!

NBA Cup: Milwaukee Bucks hold off Orlando Magic, Thunder roll past Mavs to progress ahead

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks edged the depleted but determined Orlando Magic 114-109 to reach the NBA Cup semi-finals on Tuesday as Oklahoma City cruised past Dallas.

Dubai Home Prices Set To Rise Again In 2025: Knight Frank

According to knight frank, property values in Dubai are expected to continue their relentless comeback following the pandemic, in addition to the 20 percent surge in 2024. Watch in for more details!

Trump's DOJ secretly obtained call records of his FBI pick Kash Patel with other lawmakers

The US justice department under former United States president Donald Trump secretly obtained call records of two members of Congress and 43 staffers, including, Kash Patel – Trump's pick to lead the FBI – CNN reported citing a watchdog report released on Tuesday (Dec 10) Although Patel and two Congress members were not named in the report, sources familiar with the case told CNN that he was targeted.

Key South African Trade Route To Mozambique Shut As Protests Flare

Protests over the election results in Mozambique caused South Africa to temporarily halt operations at its border crossing with the southeast African country. Mozambique is an important hub for exporting coal and chrome. Watch in for more details!

UnitedHealth CEO killing: Suspect Luigi Mangione has angry outburst as his personal details surface

Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged with murder in the killing of UnitedHealth Chief Executive Officer Brian Thompson, had an angry outburst on Tuesday (Dec 10) as the 26-year-old was being escorted into a Pennsylvania courthouse.

Holiday cheer fills streets of New York

The City of London dazzles with Christmas lights.

India’s Global Employability Set To Rise To 55% By 2025

India’s global employability rate is set to rise to 55% by 2025, up from 51.2% in 2024. This is according to the latest 'India skills report 2025.' The report highlights the growing potential of Indian graduates in the global job market. Watch in for more details!

Cyclist Champion Rohan Dennis Pleads Guilty Over Car Crash That Killed Wife Melissa Hoskins | WION

Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to charges related to the death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins, a fellow Australian Olympian. Hoskins was fatally struck by a vehicle Dennis was driving outside their home in Adelaide. She succumbed to her injuries in the hospital last December. The case has brought attention to road safety and the responsibilities of drivers in tragic accidents like this. Watch to know more!

Nigerian Forex Traders Embrace Yoruba Lessons

In Nigeria, one company is offering trading lessons in Yoruba, to help citizens understand the complex world of foreign exchange.

184 Killed in Haiti Capital Violence Over Weekend: UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk | GRAVITAS

On Monday, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk reported that at least 184 people were killed in gang violence in Haiti's capital over the weekend. This is now being reported as an 'orchestrated attack' against Vodou practitioners by a powerful gang leader. Watch this video to find out more.

World Factories And Ports Brace For Trump's Tariffs

There seems to be no let-up in trouble for global supply chains. First the pandemic. And just when the world was recovering from the pandemic-led disruption to global trade, wars in Europe and West Asia threatened to Disort them further. Now, it is trump's universal trade tariffs on U.S. Imports that is weighing on trading sentiment. Take a look at this report to see how the world is preparing for trump's trade tariffs. Watch in for more details!

Morning news brief: Ex-South Korea def min 'attempts suicide', Dhaka admits Hindus being attacked, and more

In a major development, South Korean police raided the office of President Yoon Suk Yeol following the martial law fiasco. Yoon has been under an "insurrection" probe and is facing a travel ban.