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New Zealand's 53.5-kilometre Milford Track is globally renowned as the finest walk in the world. Traversing Fiordland National Park over four days, hikers experience ancient rainforests, the towering Sutherland Falls, and the steep Mackinnon Pass before finishing at Milford Sound.

Driven by hybrid work arrangements and rising housing costs, people of all ages are increasingly leaving large cities for smaller communities. This global shift is revitalising regional towns, offering remote workers and travellers a slower pace of life and fresh cultural experiences.

Okinawa is a Japanese Blue Zone globally famous for its high concentration of centenarians. This extreme longevity stems from traditional community networks called moai, a life purpose known as ikigai, and a plant-based diet governed by mindful eating practices.

Located in the Venetian Lagoon, Poveglia Island is widely considered the world’s most haunted site. Once a quarantine station during the plague and later an asylum, the island has remained abandoned since 1968. It is currently owned by the Italian state and is strictly closed to the public.

Rajasthan's 17th-century Bhangarh Fort is widely known as India's most haunted location. Built by Raja Madho Singh, the abandoned complex features historic temples and royal ruins. The Archaeological Survey of India strictly forbids entry between sunset and sunrise due to safety concerns.

WION Health Pulse: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh's Address On Healthcare & Innovation

Portugal face DR Congo in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo is not guaranteed to start, but could appear in his sixth World Cup.

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh At WION Health Pulse

US President Donald Trump, during a bilateral meeting on Wednesday (June 17) with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that India always plays a big role in every decision at the international level.

Norwegian fans performed the iconic Viking Row at Gillette Stadium as Erling Haaland scored twice to lead Norway to a 4-1 World Cup victory over Iraq in Group I action

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described warning shots fired by a Russian frigate near a British yacht in the English Channel as "deeply concerning" and reckless, as Russia and the yacht's crew disputed the circumstances of the incident.

The United States leads G7 nations in per capita income at $94,430, followed by Germany and the UK. India stands at $2,813—about 4 per cent of the G7 average and well below the global average of $15,680. Look at the ranking of the G7 nations with their per capita income.

Cooper Connolly smashes a quickfire 47, and Australia's spinners take a historic 9 wickets as the visitors secure a 4-wicket win over Bangladesh in the 1st T20I in Chattogram.

Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat said Sanjay Raut’s language was not right. This must have been going on for a long time in the party, and that is why today their MPs don’t want to be with them, the minister added.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor expressed optimism for the upcoming Modi-Trump bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in France, which will address strategic ties and recent maritime security tensions near Oman.

PK is one of the most iconic films of Bollywood cinema. Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani recently revealed why he chose an alien as the lead character in the film. Read on to know more.

AI-powered search is transforming how people discover information online, but trust remains a major challenge. While brands are benefiting from growing AI-driven traffic and visibility, many users still prefer checking original websites and sources before accepting AI-generated answers. The trend highlights a growing gap between convenience and credibility, as consumers seek both speed and accuracy in the age of artificial intelligence. The future of AI search may depend on whether it can earn greater public trust.

Antarctica is feeling weather woes as a major chunk of ice that should have formed around it this winter season has not formed. A whopping 650,000 square kilometres of sea ice is missing, which is about twice the size of Rajasthan.

US Vice President JD Vance denied claims that the Trump administration sought regime change in Iran or plans to install Reza Pahlavi. He said Washington's goal remains to limit Iran's nuclear programme through diplomacy and verification.