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UK divorce rate at 50-year low amid soaring living costs

New data from the UK paints an unexpected picture of marital stability. While the share of adults unhappy with their relationships has reached a six-year high, the divorce rate is at a 50-year low.

Indian lawmaker Supriya Sule's WhatsApp hacked

Supriya Sule on Sunday announced that her phone and WhatsApp had been hacked. She urgently requested that people refrain from calling or texting her.

China's pet boom: Why Chinese millennials are picking pets over raising kids

In a surprising demographic shift, China is witnessing an extraordinary trend. Cats are outpacing children. China known for its vast population is now grappling with a declining birth rate while pet ownership particularly among the younger generation is skyrocketing.

Iran: Javad Zarif resigns as vice-president over ‘dissatisfaction’, dual citizenship row

Iran's former foreign minister Javad Zarif, who played a pivotal role in negotiating the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, announced on Monday (August 12) that he has resigned as the nation's vice president for strategic affairs.

Pakistan: Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hameed arrested for misusing authority

Former chief of Pakistan's spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Faiz Hameed was taken into custody by the country's powerful army in connection with a housing scheme scandal.

Super-hungry black hole with an eerie glow is eating everything. See photo

James Webb Space Telescope has captured a black hole ravenously eating up cosmic bodies. This black hole lies at the centre of the spiral galaxy NGC 4258 located 23 million light-years from Earth.

'Make them die an awful death': Disturbing graffiti found on floors of Roman era prison

The remains of a Roman prison have been identified in Corinth, Greece. Archaeologists haven't found a lot of Roman prisons which makes this latest discovery extremely rare.

51-foot fin whale washes ashore California beach, dies soon after

A massive fin whale washed ashore on a Los Angeles beach on Saturday, leaving beachgoers amazed. Wildlife experts from the Marine Mammal Care Center and the National Marine Fisheries Service were alerted about the large mammal.

Paris Olympics 2024: Gagan Narang on India's Paris campaign hits and misses

The Paris Olympics are over with six medals. This was India's third-best outing at the Olympic Games India had also won six medals at the London Olympics but in 2012 the country secured two Silvers and four bronzes to sum up India's performance in the French Capital. WION caught up with Chief-de-Mission Gagan Narang for more.

Tom Daley, former Olympic diving gold medalist, announces retirement

Former Olympic gold medallist Tom Daley said Monday it was the "right time" to retire as Britain's most successful diver walked away from the sport following the Paris Games.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine pushes deep into Russia

Ukrainian troops have advanced some 30 km into Russian territory with Moscow terming it an effort by terrorists to destabilize the country in the latest continuing tensions between Kyiv and Moscow. Watch this video to know more.

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli forces attack 30 militant target in 24 hours

Despite mounting Global pressure for a ceasefire, Israel continues with its offensive in Gaza the Israeli Defence Forces claim to have struck 30 sights in the strip in the last 24 hours.

Russia-Ukraine war: Has Ukraine's incursion changed the dynamics of the war?

Russian ally Belarus has deployed tank units to Ukrainian border and this following min's claim of shooting down Ukrainian drones that allegedly violated its airspace. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv advances 30 km into Russia; says reports

Ukrainian troops have advanced some 30 km into Russian territory with Moscow terming it an effort by terrorists to destabilize the country in the latest continuing tensions between Kyiv and Moscow. Watch this video to know more.

Paris Olympics: 6 Athletes with Most Medals, India's Manu Bhaker also on List

Paris Olympics: 6 Athletes with Most Medals, India's Manu Bhaker also on List

Israel-Hamas war: Mediators urge Israel & Hamas to return to negotiating table

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has said that he wants a Gaza truce deal and this comes just days after the US, Qatar and Egypt urged Israel and Hamas to return to the negotiating table.

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas urges return to existing Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has said that he wants a Gaza truce deal and this comes just days after the US, Qatar and Egypt urged Israel and Hamas to return to the negotiating table.

PT Usha puts onus on Vinesh Phogat in the disqualification row

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha put the onus of making weight in sports like wrestling, weightlifting, boxing and judo on the athlete and defended the medical team. Watch in for more updates!

Riots in UK: Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges to restore faith in law

Several police officers have been injured after petrol bombs, fireworks and heavy masonry were thrown during disorder in Londonderry. Police said they are liaising with community representatives to prevent further escalation after disorder erupted in Nailors Row.