Are Chinese living in Pakistan in danger? 9 Chinese nationals have been killed in a blast. Pak calls it a 'mishap', Beijing calls it a 'bombing'. This is 7th prominent attack on Chinese nationals & interests in 12 months.

Gravitas: Why are Chinese under attack in Pakistan?

Martial arts legend Jackie Chan is seeking membership in the Chinese Communist party after years of tacit support. But there is just one problem. The Chinese people won't accept him.

Gravitas: Jackie Chan wants to join the Chinese communist party

Speaking to WION, Afghanistan's Ambassador to India Farid Mamundzay said that Kabul could seek military aid from India if there is no peaceful settlement to the conflict.

Gravitas: Taliban's Offensive: Afghanistan may seek military aid from India

After calling Israelis 'blood-suckers' & 'people with killing in their nature' Erdogan has changed his tune. The Turkish President now wants 'dialogue' & 'stable ties' with Israel. What explains the shift?

Gravitas: Turkish President changes tune on Israel

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson asked Labour to retract an anti-Modi poll poster that branded the Indian PM as anti-Islam. Will Labour admit racism in its ranks? Are they the only culprits in Britain?

Gravitas: UK PM rips Labour over anti-Modi campaign poster

Guns are not toys, yet a U.S. gun-maker is selling a LEGO-style real handgun promoting it as a 'childhood dream come to life'. This is happening in a country where gun terror is rampant.

Gravitas: When weapons become a joke

Multiple Indian businessmen in South African cities complained of financial ruin, as their stores were targeted by rioters. Is Jacob Zuma's relationship with the Gupta family making Indians a target?

Gravitas: Why are Indians being targeted in South Africa?

The rioting and looting in South Africa has taken more than 70 lives. Indians in South Africa are now coming under attack. Shops and Businesses owned by members of the Indian diaspora have been looted and burned.

Gravitas: WION Ground Report: Indians under attack in South Africa

Iran has unveiled a state-sanctioned, Islamic dating app. In US, Dating apps push 'vaccinated profiles. In Pakistan, 'immoral' LGBTQ dating apps, tinder are banned.

Gravitas: Iran launches an Islamic dating app

The Taliban killed 22 Afghan Commandos in cold blood. In Kunduz, the terrorist group claims it shot down two choppers of the Afghanistan Air Force. WION's Palki tells you how the Taliban is trying to impose its will on Afghanistan and the region.

Gravitas: Taliban executes 22 Afghan Commandos

W.H.O has warned against vaccine cocktails, but Angela Merkel and Justin Trudeau have endorsed it. They have even inoculated themselves with different vaccines.

Gravitas: Should you mix and match Wuhan Virus vaccines? Is it safe?

Spain's consumer affairs minister was roasted on social media after he drew links between meat-eating and climate change. How do our eating habits affect the planet?

Gravitas: Spanish minister roasted for urging meat rationing

The foreign ministers of India, Pakistan & China will come face-to-face at an SCO meeting in Tajikistan. The meeting comes ahead of a revelation by Afghan VP that Pakistan is helping Taliban forces.

Gravitas: India, Pak & China to come face-to-face at SCO

Chinese vessels are flushing 'human waste' in the #SouthChinaSea. The dumping levels are so intense that the waste has formed clusters and can be seen from space.

Gravitas: China is dumping 'human waste' in South China Sea

The US has backed the Philippines against China in the South China Sea. But, is America betting on a reluctant partner? WION's Palki tells you about Rodrigo Duterte's South China Sea flip flops.

Gravitas: Is Rodrigo Duterte reluctant to take on China?

Despite spending more than $2 trillion, the U.S has failed to achieve its objectives in Afghanistan. American troops are leaving behind a nation on the brink of civil war.

Gravitas: Buried under dollars: Cost of the Afghan war

Special infrared cameras have revealed methane leaks at 123 gas & oil sites across Europe. Despite being the second biggest cause of climate change, the EU still does not have laws curbing methane emissions.

Gravitas: Infrared cams reveal Europe's methane leaks

Afghanistan is turning into a security nightmare for India and the world. With terrorists from Taliban reaching the gates of Kandahar, India has withdrawn its staff from the local consulate. WION's Palki tells you how America hasty withdrawal has triggered a major crisis

Gravitas: Taliban terrorists come close to Indian consulate in Kandahar

After losing the Euro final to Italy, England fans unleashed a wave of abuse at their own players. They attacked Italian fans and damaged public property.

Gravitas: Sore losers: England fans turn savage after Euro loss

Heatwave in Canada bakes and burns 1 Billion sea animals, including oysters. In U.S., popsicles are melting within seconds. Extreme weather is taking a toll on animals, humans and businesses.

Gravitas: Canada heatwave: 1 Billion sea animals dead

With Richard Branson's successful flight to space, the world has entered a new era of Space Tourism. Starting 2022, anyone can take a joyride to space. From 2023, you may also be able to travel around the moon.

Gravitas: A new era of Space tourism

The Pro-Taliban sentiment in Pakistan is getting stronger. Terrorists from at least 6 Pakistani outfits have joined the #Taliban's war in #Afghanistan. Meanwhile, in #Peshawar a funeral procession turned into a rally in Taliban's support.

Gravitas: Pak Terror groups join forces with Taliban

Thousands of anti-government protesters flooded the streets in major Cuban cities, demanding the resignation of President Diaz-Canel. Is the communist magic waning in Cuba?

Gravitas: Rare anti-government protests in Communist Cuba

In Nepal, KP Sharma Oli has suffered a major setback. Nepal's Supreme Court has asked the country's President to appoint Sher Bahadur Deuba as the next Prime Minister.

Gravitas: Nepal is getting a new Prime Minister

South Africa is witnessing riots after the imprisonment of Ex-President Jacob Zuma. 6 people have died, 219 have been arrested. The police has resorted to firing & the army has been deployed. Zuma's son says 'this is just the beginning'.

Gravitas: Unrest & Riots grip South Africa

Why is a Chinese company harvesting gene data of pregnant women worldwide? BGI group says it never shared data with Chinese authorities. But, its policy says the data can be shared "on national security grounds".

Gravitas: What is China doing with your child's gene data?

Do you want to enter politics? It helps if you come from the right family. The induction of a new minister in #SriLanka's government proves how.

Gravitas: The story of political dynasties

After staying in Afghanistan for 20 years & failing to end terrorism, America now wants Afghanistan's neighbours to clear the mess. Their words & actions are emboldening the Taliban, its onslaught is picking pace.

Gravitas: Taliban's rise: U.S. puts onus on Afghanistan's neighbours

Peace negotiator Nader Nadery tells WION's Palki Sharma Upadhyay that Pakistan is yet to make "any positive contribution" in Afghanistan's peace process.

Gravitas: Peace negotiator: Pakistan yet to make a positive contribution in Afghan peace process

10,000 steps a day is often sold as the secret to fitness. But do you really need to walk 10,000 steps daily in order to stay fit? Science says no. How much should you walk then?

Gravitas: Do you really need to walk 10,000 steps a day?

For the first time in the history of the Olympics, the games will be held without spectators. Japan has declared an emergency, and fans will not be allowed inside Tokyo Olympics stadiums.

Gravitas: Fans won't be allowed inside Tokyo Olympics venues

gravitas-1

Gravitas, News on Gravitas, stories on Gravitas, articles on Gravitas, Gravitas stories at Wion, Gravitas news, Gravitas latest news

gravitas 1