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South Korean pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji, whose skill and nonchalance won the internet at the Paris Olympics, has landed her first acting role -- as an assassin. The 32-year-old took silver in the women's 10m air pistol in July and her ultra-calm demeanour, combined with her wire-rimmed shooting glasses and baseball cap, turned her into a worldwide online sensation.

Bangladesh's war crimes tribunal plans to seek the extradition of ousted leader Sheikh Hasina from India, accusing her of involvement in "massacres," according to the chief prosecutor.

India and the US will sign two pacts during the PM-President Joe Biden bilateral meet to be held on the sidelines of the Quad summit.

The countdown to Sri Lanka's presidential election has begun, with 17 million voters set to decide the country's next leader. As the nation prepares for this crucial vote, the election promises to be a turning point for Sri Lanka's future. Stay tuned for key updates and insights into the candidates, policies, and potential outcomes. Watch in for more details!

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Two years after suffering its worst-ever economic crisis, Sri Lankans will vote for a new President in a tightly contested election on Saturday (September 21) that will determine the fate of the fragile economy.

Two years after suffering its worst-ever economic crisis, Sri Lankans will vote for a new President in a tightly contested election on Saturday (September 21) that will determine the fate of the fragile economy.

The Bombay High Court on Friday (Sep 20) struck down the amended Information Technology (IT) Rules which sought to identify fake and false content on social media against the government by terming it 'unconstitutional'.

Rapper Sean Diddy Combs is reportedly on a suicide watch at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). Amid this, a shocking revelation has come forward by a former porn star, who has claimed that he was the rapper's sex slave.

Israel said it had conducted a "targeted strike" in Beirut, where an air strike had hit Hezbollah's stronghold in the south of the city. Watch in for more details!

Newly-appointed Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting revealed what attracted him to accept their offer despite interests from several teams ahead of IPL 2025. Ponting, who previously coached Delhi Capitals for seven seasons, detailed what he told his new team owners and shared his thoughts on retention plans as the mega auction date nears.

Prada presented an eclectic "superhero" collection for Milan Fashion Week Thursday heavy on S&M steel rings and mirrored metallics -- with ribbed leggings and bodysuits imparting a cosy, grungy touch.

Apart from the daily exchange of fires at the Lebanon-Israel border, the escalation has reached a new high. People of Lebanon are in a state of fear & panic after there were simultaneous device blasts across the country. How did multiple devices explode at the same time? We tell you more.

Who do the people of Sri Lanka think will get the economy back on the rail? With just one day to go- 38 contenders battle it out in the most crucial elections in Sri Lanka's history

The west has accused Iran of transferring missiles to Russia. U.S. and European nations have imposed fresh sanctions on Iran. Tehran says the west should impose the same rule on Israeli administration. Iranian president Masasoud Pezeshkian says Tehran is open to talks but it won't respond to intimidation.

Typhoon Bebinca slams Shanghai. 400,000 people evacuated. Just days earlier, Typhoon Yagi swept through several Asian countries including China, Myanmar, and Vietnam killing over 500 people. Why are typhoons becoming stronger? Watch WION Wideangle

It has been 2 years since Mahsa Amini died after being in custody for wearing her hijab inappropriately. Her family is reportedly under house arrest. Women in protest have ditched the hijab to mark her death anniversary. Iranian president says he won't allow morality police to harass women in the country. 2 years on, what does present-day Iran look like? Watch.

PM Modi's US trip itinerary: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be embarking on a three-day trip to the US from Saturday (Sep 21) to Monday (Sep 23) where he will attend the fourth annual Quad Leaders' Summit, hosted by the United States President Joe Biden in his home residence of Wilmington, Delaware.

An Israeli airstrike targeted Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut, near Al-Qaem mosque, according to a Lebanese security source. The series of four bomb strikes resulted in five deaths, including children and civilians, and left 17 others wounded. Among the dead is Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force commander, Ibrahim Aqil, reportedly the group’s second-in-command after Fuad Shukr, who was killed in a previous Israeli strike in July. While the Israeli military claims it conducted a “targeted strike,” the exact target remains unclear.