Joe Biden is all set to host leaders of the Pacific island nations in a bid to tackle China's growing influence in the region. Reports say the island nations have rejected a draft US proposal, calling Washington's commitments 'insufficient'. Priyanka Sharma decodes Biden's Pacific plan.

Gravitas: Biden to host Pacific island leaders

Pop sensation Shakira has been ordered to stand trial over charges of tax evasion between 2012 and 2014. The singer has rejected the allegations and plans to prove her innocence in court. Priyanka Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Shakira to stand trial for tax evasion

After the UK unveiled its biggest tax package in 50 years, the IMF has issued a rare & stinging rebuke. It has asked UK to re-evaluate the tax cuts, calling them a threat to the 'cost of living' crisis. Priyanka Sharma explains.

Gravitas: IMF issues a rare & stinging rebuke to the UK

World chess champion Magnus Carlsen accused 19-year-old US chess player Hans Niemann of cheating. The accusation follows Carlsen's unexpected loss to Niemann earlier this month. What do these allegations mean for the world of chess? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of cheating

Swedish seismologists have detected underwater explosions near the Nord Stream pipelines. This comes after European leaders claimed the leaks on the pipelines may have been caused by sabotage. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Did explosions damage gas pipelines to Europe?

On Tuesday, Japan bid a final farewell to its slain Ex-PM Shinzo Abe. The ceremony was attended by PM Narendra Modi & U.S. V-P Kamala Harris among other world leaders. The ceremony was also marked by protests from Japanese citizens. Why? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Japan bids final farewell to Shinzo Abe

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

Gravitas Global Headlines: WTO chief warns of recession | Tackling food insecurity

US State Department has said that Edward Snowden "may well be conscripted to fight in Russia's war in Ukraine." This comes after the Kremlin granted Russian citizenship to the whistleblower. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Can Edward Snowden be drafted into Russian Army?

Iran bombed Kurdish targets in northern Iraq after accusing the Kurds of orchestrating the ongoing anti-hijab protests. The custodial death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini has revealed the fault lines in Iranian society. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Iran bombs Kurdish targets amid anti-hijab protests

India's Supreme Court has begun live-streaming the proceedings of its constitutional bench. While this is a historic first for India, there are a few countries where the top court's proceedings are routinely streamed live. Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: India's Supreme Court starts live-streaming hearings

Gravitas Global Headlines: 15 killed in Russia school shooting | Stand-off over Zaporizhzhia plant

Indian markets began the week with a steep plunge amid rising fears of a global recession. Investors lost nearly $85 billion in one day. Molly Gambhir tells you what led to this rout.

Gravitas | Indian markets crash: Sensex closes 1.6% down

A state funeral for Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe has upset Japanese citizens. Thousands are protesting on the streets of Tokyo to make Japan's govt call off the ceremony. Why? Because it's going to cost $11.4 Million. Molly Gambhir tells you more. 

Gravitas: Japanese citizens protest against 'lavish funeral' for Shinzo Abe

Italy is all set to get a far-right government. Giorgia Meloni-led 'Brothers of Italy' has claimed 43% of the vote and is on track to come to power. The development has unnerved many European leaders. Why? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Italy set to get a 'far-right' government

Do you walk 10,000 steps daily? Studies say that watching the pace of your steps may be more effective in keeping you healthy than checking off 10K steps daily. Molly Gambhir tells you more

Gravitas: Do you walk 10,000 steps daily? Watch this.

In a few hours from now, a sci-fi movie will come to life with NASA's DART spacecraft crashing into a football-field-sized asteroid to veer it off-course. The mission is aimed at testing NASA capability to defend the Earth against deadly asteroids. Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: NASA's DART spacecraft set to crash into an asteroid

Ahead of its 20th Party Congress, China's Communist Party has released a list of delegates who will attend the event next month. Multiple former police officials have also been put behind bars. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Preparations begin for Xi Jinping's coronation

The British pound crashed to a record low against the dollar - after the government announces UK's biggest tax cuts in 50 years. UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng refused to answer a journalist's questions today. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas | Pound Collapse: UK Chancellor evades journalist's questions

Gravitas Global Headlines: Kabul mosque blast; Backlash against Abe's state funeral

Iran's president Ebrahim Raisi refused to be interviewed by CNN's Christiane Amanpour after the anchor refused to wear a headscarf. The controversy comes amid raging anti-hijab protests in Iran that have claimed the lives of 36 people. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: CNN anchor refuses to interview Iran's president wearing hijab

The US is planning to produce drones with India to help the country diversify its defence purchases. Washington is hoping to sell Indian-made drones to its allies in South and Southeast Asia. How will this deal benefit India? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: US to produce drones with India

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was caught abusing US lawmakers on a 'hot mic' after his informal talks with US President Joe Biden. Molly Gambhir brings you past instances when world leaders were caught on hot mics.

Gravitas: South Korean President caught abusing US lawmakers

Spain's women footballers are threatening to quit if their coach is not sacked. How is the federation responding to this demand? Why are the players unhappy with the current coach? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Women football players in Spain revolt

Does the language used in an official communication often confuse you? Do you find yourself lost in the jargons used in government policies? Well, New Zealand may soon pass a law making the use of simple language mandatory in official communications. Molly Gambhir has a report.

Gravitas: New Zealand fights to keep official communications free of jargons

In his speech to the UN General Assembly, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky pitched a "peace plan" to end the war in his country. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Zelensky's "peace plan" demands punishment for Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin's mobilisation orders have sparked protests. Over 1300 people have been arrested. There is a sharp rise in demand for flights and fares. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Ukraine conflict: Russians don't want to go to war

Gravitas Global Headlines: Taiwan-China tensions; UK Energy crisis

The Sleepy chicken challenge has been deemed a 'recipe for danger' by the FDA. The challenge involves cooking chicken in NyQuil, a cough syrup used for common cold. Priyanka Sharma tells you why it's problematic.

Gravitas: Why the 'Sleepy Chicken' challenge is dangerous

Have you ever thought about the flip-side of playing video games? A new research links video games to cyber aggression. Experts also link gaming to unmotivated boys and underachieving young men. Listen in to Priyanka Sharma.

Gravitas: The problems with video gaming

Iranian media has begun pushing an old territorial claim again. Recent reports have claimed that Bahrain is the "14th province of Iran". Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Iranian Press: Bahrain belongs to Iran

Russia has decided to mobilise an additional 300,000 troops for the war in Ukraine. In an address to the nation, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a thinly veiled threat to use nuclear weapons. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Vladimir Putin issues nuclear threat, plans Ukraine escalation

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