Chinese wolf warrior Zhao Lijian tweeted a WION report to take a potshot at the US. For a country that has banned WION, China watches a lot of our reports. Here's what Palki Sharma has to say about China's obsession.

Gravitas: China's wolf warrior tweets WION report

Saudi authorities have carried out their biggest crackdown on camel beauty contestants. 40 contestants were disqualified after their owners manipulated their looks with botox injections, hormones, fillers and facelifts. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Saudi festival disqualifies 40 botoxed camels

New Zealand is all set to ban smoking for people born after 2008. Will it be enough to end New Zealand's tobacco troubles? Does a smoking ban violate your right to choose? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: New Zealand bans smoking for next generation

Talks to revive the Iran nuclear deal resumed today. But the negotiations ended in one hour. Tehran is playing hardball - and using its nuclear program as a bargaining chip. But, can Iran really make a nuclear bomb? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Can Iran really make a nuclear bomb?

Boris Johnson is being accused of putting pets over people during the Afghan evacuation. His aides are being investigated for hosting parties at Downing Street during the lockdown. Has BoJo become Britain's Prime Embarrassment? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: 'Parody of a PM': Boris Johnson's credibility problem

Republicans and Democrats have united to punish China. They've passed a bill to ban all goods that are made through the forced labour of Uighur Muslims. Which brands could this bill spell trouble for? Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: Republicans and Democrats unite, pass law to 'punish china'

Pakistan has decided to skip Joe Biden's democracy summit without offering a reason. Did China order Imran Khan to reject Biden's invite? Has Pakistan surrendered its foreign policy & sovereignty to Beijing? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Did China order Pakistan to skip Biden's summit?

US President Joe Biden's much-awaited "Summit of Democracies" kicked off today. China and Russia are attacking the event. But, the list of invitees for the summit has sparked a bigger controversy. Is Biden's democracy summit divisive? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Will Biden's Summit of Democaries backfire?

300 Scientists & researchers have written an open letter to Mark Zuckerberg. They want the Meta CEO to open the company's doors to independent investigators. They want Facebook to clarify how its posts impact the mental health of teens. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: An open letter to Mark Zuckerberg

Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman is slated to visit 5 Gulf states ahead of this month's GCC meeting. Is MBS wary of the UAE's rising diplomatic clout? What explains the Saudi-UAE soft rivalry? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: MBS embarks on whirlwind Gulf tour

The pandemic had no impact on Arms sale. The global arms industry grew by 1.3% in 2020. Top 100 arms manufacturers made $531 Billion. Which arms manufacturers are these? Which countries are they from? Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: The Pandemic didn't impact Global Arms Industry

After the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom has announced a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Games. This comes after the IOC said it can't provide "any certainties" regarding the well-being of Peng Shuai. Palki Sharma asks: Why is India backing the tainted event?

Gravitas: #GencoideOlympics: Why India should boycott the Winter Games

A new report claims that Apple struck a secret $270 billion deal to escape Chinese regulations. What did Apple offer China? Could more such secret deals emerge? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Did Apple bribe Chinese communists?

India's First Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat spoke freely about the prevailing security situation. He called out Pakistan for terrorism & admitted China was the bigger threat. General Rawat passed away in a helicopter crash today. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: How India's First Chief of Defence assessed India's China Challenge

A viral video from Pakistan's Faisalabad claimed to show 'women being paraded naked.' CCTV footage from the site reveals the women disrobed themselves. Who is the real victim in this story? Palki Sharma has this to say.

Gravitas: Faisalabad Shocker: A tale of two videos

The UAE has launched a 4.5-day work week to 'boost productivity'. Weekends will now run from Friday afternoon to Sunday Night. Which other countries are mulling this concept? Does it really enhance work-life balance? Palki Sharma weighs the pros & cons.

Gravitas: UAE scraps 5-day work week, weekend to begin after Friday noon

Switzerland has legalised a 'Suicide Machine'. The device promises a 'painless death' within a minute. Assisted Suicide has been legal in the country since 1942. The 'Sarco Pod' is aimed at making the process easier. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: This 'Suicide Pod' ensures 'painless death' in a minute

Beijing is making moves to challenge the dominance of the American military. Reports claim that China wants to establish its first permanent military presence on the Atlantic Ocean in Equatorial Guinea. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Chinese military mounts a challenge in America's backyard

The US has announced a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics in Beijing. The UK, France and Japan are still undecided. Palki Sharma tells you why such half-measures will do little to deter Beijing.

Gravitas: US announces diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter games

Eric Zemmour is the new face of the French far-right. He launched his campaign for the 2022 Presidential Elections with a violent rally - where his supporters clashed with anti-racism protesters. Palki Sharma tells you why Zemmour's candidacy led to violence.

Gravitas: Far-right presidential candidate launches campaign with a violent rally

The British Parliament is 'rotting with drug abuse'. Cocaine traces have been found at multiple locations inside the parliament. Instead of holding MPs to account, UK PM Boris Johnson has launched a #WarOnDrugs to pin the blame on 'drug gangs'. Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: The British Parliament is 'rotting with drug abuse'

Respect? Territory? What does Russian President Vladimir Putin want from the faceoff in Ukraine? Will Joe Biden be ready to accept Putin's demands? Palki Sharma decodes the Russian President's strategy.

Gravitas: What does Vladimir Putin want from Biden?

US President Joe Biden is attempting to dissuade his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine. What are Biden's options? Can he score a diplomatic victory after the failure in Afghanistan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Biden's 'carrots and sticks' for Putin

Will Russia invade Ukraine in January 2022? US intelligence has found that Moscow could be planning a "multi-front offensive" involving up to 175,000 troops. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Will Russia invade Ukraine in January 2022?