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13 Americans were killed in attack during US withdrawal

As the race for the White House heats up, the Republicans in Congress have published a long awaited report blaming the Biden administration for the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Watch to know more.

Antony Blinken arrives in the UK ahead of talks on Ukraine, Mideast

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken lands in London ahead of a meeting today with the new UK government. The close allies are set to share their resolve on Ukraine and paper over differences on Gaza.

US Presidential Debate: Trump, Hillary faced three rounds of Presidential debates

This will be Trump's second time when he will be debating a political rival who is a woman. Watch to know more.

Rahul Gandhi addresses the Indian diaspora in Dallas, attacks PM Modi & RSS during US visit

Rahul Gandhi triggers war of words, claiming that now no one is scared of PM Modi in India. BJP reacts sharply, says opposition leader has a habit of insulting India. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Cluster bombs killed, wounded over 1,000 in Ukraine since Russian invasion

More than 1,000 people have been killed or wounded by cluster munitions in Ukraine since Russia launched its war. WION decodes the killer cluster bombs in this report.

Northvolt considers job cuts as it reassesses expansion plans

Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt said on Monday that it plans to temporarily halt the CAM business at the Skelleftea gigafactory and plans to reduce costs, which can result in the dismissal of employees.

Australia to ban social media use for kids under THIS age to tackle mental health crisis

Australia on Tuesday (Sep 10) announced its plan to introduce a ban on children using social media platforms, citing concerns over the risks these sites pose to their physical and mental health.

Muted mics and tense negotiations: What to expect from Trump-Harris debate

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to debate for the first time on Tuesday in what is shaping up to be a close race for the US presidency.

Beyonce snubbed at Country Music Association Awards despite record-breaking country album

Despite creating a record-breaking country album, Beyonce has been majorly snubbed at the Country Music Association Awards. The singer has found no mention in the nomination list that CMAs announced on Monday.

Harvey Weinstein's health deteriorates, undergoes emergency heart surgery

Harvey Weinstein had to undergo an emergency heart surgery. The fallen Hollywood producer was taken to Bellevue Hospital in New York City on Sunday Night for the same after he complained of severe chest pains.

US Elections 2024: Democrats' Harris leads in two swings states of Wisconsin & Michigan

US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off in a debate for the first time on Tuesday, each seeking an edge in what has become a neck-and-neck race for White House. The debate is being hosted by America's ABC network in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Watch in for more details!

Nigeria's crackdown on drugs: NDLEA seizes drugs bound for Europe

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intercepted at three courier firms in Lagos consignments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids concealed in ladies’ sanitary pads and hair treatment cream loaded in containers heading to the United Kingdom, Ireland and Cyprus.

Tory Burch evokes sport, but not sportswear, at New York Fashion Week

American designer Tory Burch unveiled a collection imbued with the spirit of sport -- but without venturing into sportswear -- at New York Fashion Week on Monday.

Star Wars co-star Mark Hamill and others mourn the loss of veteran actor James Earl Jones

It’s a tragic loss for the Hollywood fraternity! Veteran actor James Earl Jones, 93, died on Tuesday (Sep 10). The actor was famous for voicing prominent characters like The Lion King’s Mufasa and Star Wars’ Darth Vader.

Israel-Hamas War: Israeli strike tent encampment in Gaza

At least 40 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air strikes on a tent encampment in Khan Younis, Gaza Health authorities have given this figure. They claimed that a designated humanitarian Zone the al- mawasi based encampment housing displaced Palestinians was hit by at least four missiles. Watch WION to know more.

Clowns Can Help Reduce Hospital Stay for Kids, New Study Reveals

#Gravitas | According to a recent study, children with pneumonia who are visited by a medical clown spend less time in the hospital. Medical clowns can help reduce hospital stay by reducing stress and anxiety.

On planets with eternal day or night, how does alien life know when to sleep?

On Earth, the human body knows when to sleep and when to wake up when day changes into night and night changes into day. But what if that doesn't happen? Scientists say there are billions of such planets in the universe where the day-night cycle does not occur.