Sadiq Khan was re-elected London Mayor on Saturday as had been widely expected, providing some joy to the opposition Labour Party which has suffered a series of disappointing results in other local elections.

London Mayor Polls: Sadiq Khan bags a second term

Pro-independence parties won a majority in Scotland's parliament on Saturday, paving the way to a high-stakes political, legal and constitutional battle with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson over the future of the United Kingdom.

Video: Scotland's road to independence

The summit's focus will be on making sure the two vaccine-producing powerhouses can maintain global supplies and monitoring the spread of variants, as well as on trying to plan together to tackle future pandemics.

India EU Summit: 27 EU nation leaders gather in Portugal

The EU and India were set to bolster warming ties at a virtual summit Saturday by relaunching long-stalled trade talks and agreeing to work together against the coronavirus pandemic battering the south Asian giant.

Exclusive: EU states meet, Indian Prime Minister Modi a special invitee

Facebook to reassess ban decision in 6 months.

Trump on Ban Extension: A Total disgrace | WION-VOA Co-Production

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is on a three-day visit on Friday to Saudi Arabia, a traditionally close ally but with whom relations have been strained for months.

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on 3-day visit to Saudi

The health authorities say a new COVID-19 variant is spreading in the island nation, which is infecting younger patients.

COVID-19: New more lethal variant in Sri Lanka

How is it linked to population growth? How should the world tackle it? Watch 'Mission Sustainability - Population vs Planet'

Climate Change: The biggest environmental challenge of our times

Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. Twelve jurors found Chauvin guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

Derek Chauvin Verdict: What does Chauvin's verdict really mean

Indian pharmaceutical firm Zydus Cadila announced that it has received emergency use approval from the Drug Controller General of India (DGCI) for its antiviral drug Virafin.

India: New COVID drug gets regulator's nod

Current and former employees of Amnesty have exposed the culture of racism in the organisation. They have accused senior staff of using the N-word and the P-word liberally. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you whether Amnesty has lost its moral high ground with this report.

Gravitas: AMNESTY EMPLOYEES COMPLAIN OF RACISM

India is battling with the deadly second wave of Coronavirus. Watch India's Health Ministry addressing nation on COVID-19.

News Alert: India's Health Ministry on Coronavirus

George Floyd Verdict: Crowd burst into cheers as guilty verdict delivered

A 'driverless' Tesla crashed in Texas killing 2 people. Both occupants were on the passenger seat. The accident has ignited a debate: How safe are self-driving vehicles? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you all you need to know.

Gravitas: How safe are self-driving cars?

The Indian government has allowed all adults to get the COVID-19 vaccine from May 1st. Authorities are all set to launch the third phase of vaccination next month.

Coronavirus Update: Indian govt allows all adults to get vaccinated from 1st May

At least three people have been killed and two others injured in a shooting in Wisconsin's Kenosha County, US.

US has seen 45 mass shootings in 30 days

Germany hosted a memorial on Sunday to pay tribute to nearly 80,000 people the country lost to coronavirus. German President, Chancellor and relatives of the ones who died attended the memorial.

Germany mourns the death of COVID victims

Amid increasing rift between the United States and Russia over Kremlin border army buildup, US President Joe Biden has proposed a high-level meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Mr Biden reiterated the U.S.’s “unwavering commitment” to Ukraine’s sovereignty according to the White House.

US Prez Joe Biden proposes a high-level summit with Vladimir Putin

Inside India's red corridor. Why do Maoists still pose a threat to the Indian state? How can India break the back of the Maoist movement?

India: Tackling the Maoist Challenge

It was a joyous occasion for Bangladesh, a golden jubilee celebration of the country independence and marking the birth centenary of the country's founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman but the celebrations were marred by protests in Dhaka.

Rise of political Islam & Islamist terrorism in Bangladesh

Gravitas Plus with WION's Palki Sharma | 74 years of family rule, 3 dictators, a war, and several nuclear threats later, North Korea today is the world's most isolated country. Kim Il Sung's promise of Juche (self-reliance) has been lost, Pyongyang does not have money, food or electricity. How did North Korea end up so miserable?

Gravitas Plus: How did North Korea become the world's most isolated country?

All over the world airlines are firefighting new cases and new restrictions amid frantic efforts to boost global travel.

'Virus Killing' robot being tested on Swiss airplanes

A US Capitol police officer succumbed to his injuries, while a second remained injured after a vehicle rammed through security and crashed into a barrier at the Washington complex.

Man rams car into capitol police - One officer killed, another injured

Suez is one of the world's busiest trade routes, and companies were forced to reroute ships, causing long tailbacks of hundreds of vessels.

Ever given ship moves again

Anti-Erdogan protests by women, students and LGBT community rock Turkey's Istanbul.

Turkey: Anti-Erdogan protests rock Istanbul

Indonesian officials suspect two suicide bombers may have been involved in an attack outside the Catholic church in Makassar. At least one suicide bomber was killed in the attack while several others were injured

Suicide attack at a church in Indonesia

In a retaliatory move, the Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessel station in the disputed waters of the South China sea.

News Alert: Philippines accuses China of swarming presence

The Defence Chiefs from 12 leading Democracy have now issued a joint statement condemning the deadly use of force by Myanmar Security Forces against the protesters and civilians.

United States: Horrified by Myanmar Military's reign of terror

Prime Minister Modi has departed for India after completing the Bangladesh visit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bangladesh visit concludes

Positive news came from Suez canal on Saturday as the Dutch salvage firm said that the stuck ship will be freed from the canal bed early next week.

Suez Canal Blockade: Efforts to re-float ship underway

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London Mayor Polls: Sadiq Khan bags a second term

Video: Scotland's road to independence

India EU Summit: 27 EU nation leaders gather in Portugal

Exclusive: EU states meet, Indian Prime Minister Modi a special invitee

Trump on Ban Extension: A Total disgrace | WION-VOA Co-Production

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on 3-day visit to Saudi

COVID-19: New more lethal variant in Sri Lanka

Climate Change: The biggest environmental challenge of our times

Derek Chauvin Verdict: What does Chauvin's verdict really mean

India: New COVID drug gets regulator's nod

Gravitas: AMNESTY EMPLOYEES COMPLAIN OF RACISM

News Alert: India's Health Ministry on Coronavirus

George Floyd Verdict: Crowd burst into cheers as guilty verdict delivered

Gravitas: How safe are self-driving cars?

Coronavirus Update: Indian govt allows all adults to get vaccinated from 1st May

US has seen 45 mass shootings in 30 days

Germany mourns the death of COVID victims

US Prez Joe Biden proposes a high-level summit with Vladimir Putin

India: Tackling the Maoist Challenge

Rise of political Islam & Islamist terrorism in Bangladesh

Gravitas Plus: How did North Korea become the world's most isolated country?

Gravitas Plus: How did North Korea become the world's most isolated country?

'Virus Killing' robot being tested on Swiss airplanes

Man rams car into capitol police - One officer killed, another injured

Ever given ship moves again

Turkey: Anti-Erdogan protests rock Istanbul