The U.S has opened a probe into 500 scientists believed to be compromised by China. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how Beijing is using espionage to steal American tech in the R&D race.

Gravitas: China infiltrating U.S research

A ban on the export of raw materials. Naval adventurism near Lakshadweep. Accusations of currency manipulation. Overreach into domestic affairs. Why is the U.S testing India's resolve during a pandemic? Are these the actions of an ally? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Why is the U.S. testing India's resolve?

Turks want their President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to show proof of where his govt spent $128 billion from its forex reserves. Erdogan calls this demand 'treason'. Is it because his son-in-law is involved in this foul play? WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Erdogan cornered on missing $128 Billion

A U.S commission has urged the State Department to put India on a religious freedoms blacklist. Amid a series of police shootings of black Americans, does the U.S have the moral authority to judge others? WION’s Palki Sharma decodes American double standards on social justice.

Gravitas: U.S commission wants India on religious freedoms blacklist

A UNICEF study has found that Indian ads reinforce gender bias and stereotypes. Despite a greater share of screen time and speaking time, women are cast to sell domestic and beauty products only. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how ad-makers can correct this trend.

Gravitas: Indian ads reinforce gender stereotypes

ICU cases have hit a peak high in France. New emergency 'brake rules' have been imposed in Germany. Tokyo is under a 'state of emergency'. Blood clots are being reported in UK. Hospitals in Brazils have run out of sedatives. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more about the global situation.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus: A global reality check

As India struggles with the second wave, Angela Merkel is worried about what will happen to exports of pharmaceutical products to Europe. The German Chancellor has said Europe allowed India to become "such a large pharmaceutical producer". WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Angela Merkel says Europe "Allowed India" to become a pharma hub

India reported more than 300,000 new infections for a second straight day. Shortages are crippling India's response. But, regulators have given emergency approval to a drug that can help patients recover faster. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India's second wave: Regulators approve promising drug

It's been a bad week for Elon Musk. After a driverless Tesla crashed in Texas. A Chinese woman besieged Tesla's booth at the Shanghai Auto Expo complaining of 'brake failure’. The carmaker is now facing Chinese social media's wrath. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Tesla apologises to China

Indonesia has less than 72 hours to rescue 53 crew members aboard a missing submarine. An oil slick - is the only possible sign of the missing vessel. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more about the rescue effort.

Gravitas: Indonesia has less than 72 hours to save 53 crew members

Australia has scrapped a Belt & Road project between China & the state of Victoria in 'national interest'. Beijing is responding with threats & bluster. WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Australia sends a message to China

World leaders failed to unite against the Wuhan Virus pandemic. Can they redeem themselves in the battle against climate change? Why does climate action remain a footnote on diplomatic statements? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Can the world unite against climate change?

The US is the biggest carbon polluter in history. It now wants countries like India to set ambitious targets and reduce emissions. Will Washington's approach work? WION’s Palki Sharma decodes the Leaders Climate Summit for you.

Gravitas: Will the world's biggest polluters unite to tackle climate change? 

Spain is set to approve a new law that permits joint custody of pets after couples separate. For a country that celebrates bullfights, how serious is Spain about protecting domestic animals? Will the future involve 'petnups' and dog lawyers? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Spain to approve joint custody of pets

India recorded the world's highest daily tally of 314,835 infections today. What about the recoveries? Since last year - more than 84% of the patients in India have recovered. WION’s Palki Sharma brings you the latest.

Gravitas: India sets world record for new Wuhan virus cases

In Quetta, 50 KGs of RDX exploded at a hotel where the Chinese Ambassador was staying. Islamabad says Nong Rong was on target. Who was behind this attack? Why does insurgency persist in Balochistan? WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Chinese Ambassador was on target in Quetta Blast

With lockdowns ending, Netflix subscriptions are on a downward trajectory. The company fell short of its expansion target by 30% in the first quarter of 2021. Are corporate pandemic success stories unravelling in 2021? WION’s Palki Sharma has the full report.

Gravitas: Post-lockdown world unsubscribes Netflix

Last year, the W.H.O rejected linking country and city names with the virus. Now it is silent when variants are being named after their country of origin. WION's Palki Sharma decodes W.H.O's double standard on virus nomenclature.

Gravitas: W.H.O'S HYPOCRISY ON NAMING VIRUS VARIANTS

As India gets ready to vaccinate people in the 18+ age group, @palkisu tells you where you can get the jab and at what cost.

Gravitas: INDIA'S SECOND WAVE: 5 BIG QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Israel wants to vaccinate 12 to 15-year-olds in the second phase of its vaccination drive. Are Wuhan virus vaccines safe for children? Do kids even need these vaccines? WION's Palki Sharma has the answers.

Gravitas: Are Wuhan vaccines safe for children?

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

Can a "Made-in-India" vaccine crush India's deadly second wave? Updated data from Covaxin's final phase of trials shows that the vaccine can "neutralise" deadly mutations - including the double mutant. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more. An interim analysis of the final phase data.

Gravitas: Made-In-India vaccine "neutralises" deadly mutations

Ukraine says Russia will soon have over 120,000 troops near its borders. The US says the Russian build-up is bigger than 2014 - when it has annexed Crimea. Will Russia launch an offensive against Ukraine? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Russia is massing 120,000 troops along the Ukraine border

Sri Lankans have united against China. A slew of petitions have been filed in the country's top court warning that 'Sri Lanka could become a Chinese colony'. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Uproar in Sri Lanka over Chinese project

Derek Chauvin is going to jail for the murder of George Floyd. But does the verdict change anything?In Ohio, a 15 yr-old black teen has been shot dead. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how America's virus of racism is yet to be eradicated.

Gravitas: America's Virus of racism yet to be eradicated

As India battles a devastating second wave, China is sensing an opportunity. It has refused to de-escalate further and deployed advanced rocket launchers. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how Beijing is keeping the border standoff with India alive.

Gravitas: India's Covid Surge: China senses an opportunity

At an economic forum today, President Xi Jinping said China will never seek hegemony, never expand and never engage in an arms race. Do Xi Jinping's words match the actions of his government? WION’s Palki Sharma brings you a reality check.

Gravitas: China's expansionism takes a dangerous turn

An Israeli Cyber-Crime Specialist has discovered a hack at Domino's India. Credit Card data of 1 million customers could have been stolen. The hacker is now allegedly trying to sell the data on the dark web. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Domino's India hack: Credit card data of 1 million customers 'stolen'

Which vaccines will work against India's double mutants? What are the challenges facing India's vaccine rollout? WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a full report.

Gravitas: WILL VACCINES WORK AGAINST DOUBLE MUTANTS?

As China gets set to celebrate 100 years of the Communist Party's founding, the country finds itself on a warpath. Xi Jinping's policies have led to tensions in the South China Sea. WION’s Palki Sharma decodes the growth of Chinese communism over the years.

Gravitas: HOW HAS CHINA CHANGED FROM MAO TO XI

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?

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