A global study has claimed that air pollution killed 500,000 newborns in 2019. More than 116,000 of those deaths were in India. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Air pollution killed 500,000 newborns in 2019

Archaeologists in Egypt have opened a mummy coffin sealed 2,500 years ago in front of a live audience. WION's Palki Sharma tells you what they found.

Gravitas: Egypt unveils 59 ancient coffins

Nigeria is witnessing massive End SARS rallies for police reforms. Protesters besieged Africa's largest city and blocked the Lagos airport. In response, the government has imposed a curfew and deployed riot cops. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Protesters shutdown Africa's largest city

China claims to be the first country to grow its economy after the Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak. But, is China cherry-picking data to claim that its economy has bounced back? WION's Palki Sharma brings you an assessment

Gravitas: China: The only country profiting in the pandemic

The second wave of Wuhan Coronavirus infections is well & truly here. Countries are racing to reimpose restrictions to keep new infections at bay. A second lockdown looks inevitable in major countries. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the story.

Gravitas: World braces for a second lockdown

The Wuhan Coronavirus is: Leaving cured patients with lasting symptoms. Crippling families with debt. Causing global economic losses worth trillions. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how you are paying for China's cover-up.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus pandemic: How you are paying for China's cover up?

In the US, major insurance companies have doubled their profits amid the pandemic. While Insurers in India are facing the charge of denying payments. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Coronavirus and Health insurance: The business of pandemic

Bangladesh is re-locating nearly 1,00,000 Rohingya Refugees to the Bhashan Char Island. WION's Lakmina Jesmin Soma brings you a ground report from Bangladesh.

Gravitas: Bangladesh is re-locating 1,00,000 Rohingya Refugees

The Final Presidential Debate between Donald Trump & Joe Biden will feature a 'mute button'. The US President is calling Dr. Anthony Fauci a 'disaster'. A video of Kamala Harris dancing in the rain is going viral. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the latest from US Election 2020.

Gravitas: A 'mute button' for the last U.S. Presidential Debate

After assaulting Taiwanese officials, China is reportedly planning an all-out military attack against Taiwan. Reports say the PLA is gearing up to 'invade' the island. WION's Palki Sharma tells you what China's is up to.

Gravitas: Is China planning to invade Taiwan?

Saudi Arabia's King Salman has ordered the restructuring of key religious and administrative bodies. Will this set him on a collision course with the kingdom's powerful clergy? WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Saudi King orders key religious reforms

15 days before America votes, religion seems to have taken the centerstage. Both Donald Trump & Joe Biden have turned to faith and are attending church services. Who will turn out to be 'the chosen one'? WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Religion takes centerstage in US election

The beheading in France has stunned the world. French President Emmanuel Macron called the attack 'an attempt to strike down the republic'. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how the clash between secularism and Islam cannot be allowed to fester in the name of political correctness.

Gravitas: France Beheading: A clash between secularism and Islam

For a 5th consecutive night, protesters defied a ban on gatherings in Thailand. 10,000 people in colourful ponchos assembled near Bangkok's Victory Monument. Under pressure, Thai PM has hinted at talks. But the monarchy will not be up for discussion. WION's Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Thailand's Anti-Monarchy protests: Protesters take over Bangkok Streets

A report by a British newspaper claims UK PM Boris Johnson plans to resign, as he is unhappy with his salary. How does Johnson's salary of close to $196,000/year stack up against other world leaders? WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Is Boris Johnson Unhappy with his salary?

A new low for China's 'wolf-warrior' diplomacy. Chinese diplomats stationed in Fiji 'physically assaulted' Taiwanese officials. Chinese foreign ministry says they were only carrying out their 'official duties'. Taiwan wants the bullying to stop. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese diplomats attack Taiwanese officials

The Quad now has a distinct military dimension. Australia will now join India, US, and Japan in the Malabar Exercise next month. While Japan is arming a rival of China. WION's Palki Sharma tells you how an Indo-Pacific alliance against China is taking shape.

Gravitas: Countering the Dragon: How an Indo-Pacific alliance is taking shape

In the last 3 years, France has thwarted 32 terrorist attacks. Earlier this month, French President Emmanuel Macron said radical Islam is the biggest threat to French values and secularism. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why the danger is clear and present.

Gravitas: Why Islam is at odds with French Secularism?

Barely 2 years of Imran Khan rule and his 'Naya Pakistan' wants a new leader. After Gujranwala, anti-govt protests have now reached Karachi. The show of strength is unlike anything the Pak PM could have ever imagined. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the story.

Gravitas: 'Naya Pakistan' wants a new leader

Several countries are now reporting a second wave of Wuhan virus cases. Lockdowns are being re-imposed. The possibility of a re-infection cannot be ignored. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why you shouldn't let your guard down yet.

Gravitas: A second wave and re-infections: Wuhan virus threat far from over

How bad will the Wuhan Coronavirus be this winter? Will the cold weather drive up the infections? Will you have to wait for the vaccine till 2022? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you why the pandemic may not end with the year 2020.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus Pandemic: Will the winter make it worse?

10 months into the pandemic, have people had way too much? Are all of those flocking to public spaces in denial of the virus, or are many of them fatigued by the pandemic? Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a report.

Gravitas: Wuhan virus: Are people in denial or are they worn out?

In Pakistan, the opposition has declared that Covid-18 is more dangerous than COVID-19. What are they talking about? Watch this report by Palki Sharma Upadhyay to find out.

Gravitas: Protests against 'COVID-18' in Pakistan

Bangkok is a city under siege. Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters defied a ban on mass gatherings. They want the government to resign, but the Prime Minister remains defiant. Palki Sharma Upadhyay has the story.

Gravitas: Thailand Protests: Thousands take to the streets

When Thailand began reporting cases of the Wuhan virus, its King went into self-isolation at an Alpine hotel with 20 mistresses. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more about Thailand's playboy king - who now faces major protests at home..

Gravitas: Thailand's King Rama X: From Playboy to King

Modern cities are designed for cars, not human beings. Services are so far apart, that you need a car for even short errand runs. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you about some of the world's most walkable cities.

Gravitas: These are the world's most walkable cities

Japan's Fukushima plant holds 1.2 million tonnes of radioactive water. Disposing it is crucial to decommissioning the plant. Japanese media reports indicate the government has found a possible dumpsite - the Pacific Ocean. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: Japan to dump radioactive water in the sea

Two simultaneous town halls have managed to clearly lay out the stark differences between US President Donald Trump and his challenger Joe Biden. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you what happened.

Gravitas: Biden Vs Trump: The story of dueling town halls

Chinese President Xi Jinping was delivering a speech in Shenzhen- and he coughed. A lot. Critics are speculating: Has the virus reached Xi Jinping? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you how a coughing fit has raised multiple questions for the Chinese regime to answer.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping struggles through speech, coughs multiple times

As the US tries to build an alliance to counter China, Beijing has dispatched its Foreign Minister on a tour of Southeast Asia. Palki Sharma Upadhyay how China is losing friends due to its aggressive moves in the South China Sea.

Gravitas: Why China's Foreign Minister is on a tour of Southeast Asia

The US has named a Special Coordinator on Tibet. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you how the Quad alliance can play a role in holding China accountable for rights violations.

Gravitas: The US appoints Special Coordinator for Tibet

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