In the world of high fashion, a storm is brewing as Chanel, the iconic symbol of sophistication, prepares to shake up the market with a significant price hike on their coveted handbags.

Chanel’s September Plan: Pricier handbags

As the summer harvest season begins in agriculture-dependent North Africa, experts predict that the severe drought in the region points to the coming crop failures in Tunisia.

As drought withers Tunisian fields feel financial pinch

A delegation from the Myanmar government on Thursday landed in Bangladesh, embarking on a promising pilot scheme aimed at repatriating approximately 1,200 Rohingya refugees out of the estimated one million currently seeking shelter.

Myanmar envoy visits Rohingya camps, paving way for repatriation

Tina Turner, the American-born singer who left a hardscrabble farming community and abusive relationship to become one of the top recording artists of all time, died on Wednesday at the age of 83.

'Queen of rock 'n' roll' Tina Turner dies at 83

Canada and Saudi Arabia have agreed to restore full diplomatic ties and appoint new ambassadors, both countries said on Wednesday (local time), bringing to a close a 2018 dispute that damaged relations and trade.

Canada, Saudi Arabia to restore full diplomatic ties 5 years after spat

Violence, calls for a ceasefire, and then violations of the ceasefire. This seems to be the cyclic pattern taking place in Sudan. Five days after a fragile ceasefire was brokered by the US And Saudi Arabia, the warring factions of the army and the paramilitary accused each other of violating the ceasefire, and the united nations have expressed concerns over reports of sexual violence.

Clashes resume in Sudanese capital amid ceasefire period

The ocean sailing yacht INSV Tarini, which has been traveling under difficult circumstances for the past seven months and covering 17,000 nautical miles, is scheduled to arrive back at its home port in Goa on Tuesday.

An exclusive peek into INSV Tarini

China wants to dominate the global economy and dislodge the united states as the world's biggest economic superpower. The ongoing trade war between the two countries is the greatest sign of China's growing ambitions. If you are wondering who's funding Beijing's global goals, look no further than its numerous banks.

Good old banks are aiding China's ambitions

Figure, a startup that wants to build general-purpose humanoid robots, has raised $70 million from investors led by Parkway Venture Capital in its first external round, the company said on Wednesday.

Figure raises $70M to build its humanoid robots

The US-born singer died peacefully in her home near Zurich at the age of 83 after a long illness, her spokesman said. Watch the video to know more.

Tributes pour in for 'total legend' Tina Turner

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Sunday it was "significant" that the Group of Seven (G7) nations showed solidarity in their intention to uphold international law and order during the summit.

Japan's Kishida says 'significant' G7 showed solidarity with guest Zelensky

In an exclusive conversation with WION, the cast of Fast X spoke about the legacy of the franchise and their shooting experience.

Cast of Fast X on the legacy of franchise, shooting experience and more

United States President Joe Biden "looks forward" to holding talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Hiroshima, stated the White House on Saturday, confirming the meeting of the two leaders on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

G7 Summit: Biden ‘looks forward' to meeting Ukraine’s Zelensky, says White House

Biden gives Zelensky a show of support ahead of their meeting at G7

Meta-owned Instagram is set to take on Elon Musk-run Twitter with a similar micro-blogging text platform that is likely to be launched by the end of June.

Instagram likely to launch Twitter-like micro-blogging app by June end

About 843,000 are displaced internally and 250,000 have fled across Sudan's borders since fighting broke out a month ago. More than 1 million people have been displaced by five weeks of fighting in Sudan, including a quarter of a million refugees, according to the United Nations refugee agency.

More than 1 million people displaced by Sudan crisis, UN says

World leaders have ratcheted up pressure on Russia over its war against Ukraine, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the centre of a swirl of diplomacy on the final day of the Group of Seven summit.

Ukraine's Zelensky at centre of last day of G7 summit

Okunoshima or Usagi Shima is a tiny, pretty, and abandoned (no human) island in the Inland Sea of Japan, sitting in the city of Takehara, Hiroshima Prefecture. Renowned as Rabbit Island of Japan, the destination is only accessible by ferry which is available from Tadanoumi and Omishima (places in Japan).

Discovering Japan's unexplored island of rabbits that was hidden for a long time

A robot deployed at the International Media Centre during the ongoing G7 summit in Japan's Hiroshima on Saturday greeted people with 'Namaste to India' and 'Hello India'. The robot was further waving as it welcomed India's participation at the summit.

Robot greets 'Namaste! Hello India' at G7 summit in Hiroshima

Though often overshadowed by its poignant past, Japan’s Hiroshima prefecture has a tradition of surprising its adventurous visitors with a wealth of cultural riches, pulsing city energy, and breathtaking natural wonders — making it a city truly worth rediscovering time and time again.

Hiroshima: A treasure trove of history, culture and scenic beauty

The Indian Air Force has grounded its MiG-21 fighter fleet for safety checks following a crash in Rajasthan on May 8, officials familiar with the matter said on Saturday. Three women were killed after the MiG-21 Bison fighter jet crashed into a house in Hanumangarh, with the accident again putting the spotlight on the troubling safety record of India’s longest-serving fighter plane.

India: IAF grounds MiG-21 fleet for safety checks after Rajasthan crash

US President Joe Biden and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky are meeting at the G7 summit Sunday. Watch the video to know more.

G7: Biden meets Zelensky amid Russia's war in Ukraine

Armenia and Azerbaijan are close to agreeing on an end to a blockade of transport links but more work is needed to seal a peace deal between the warring neighbours, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Friday.

Azerbaijan, Armenia close to deal on ending transport blockade, Russia says

Nearly 10 million citizens are eligible to cast their votes at 21,500 booths across the country until 7 pm to elect a new parliament and government.

Greek elections: Voting begins in parliamentary polls

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) countries have pledged to tighten sanctions aimed at punishing Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, intensifying what is already one of the harshest sanctions efforts ever implemented.

G7 tightens sanctions over Russia’s war on Ukraine

New York City may soon sink under the sea predicts a new research. The city is sinking due to the weight of its towering skyscrapers. Coupled with the rising sea levels, this weight is pushing New York under at an average rate of 1-2 millimetres per year; some areas are sinking at twice this rate. Since 1950, the water surrounding New York City has risen by approximately 9 inches (22 centimetres). The rising water levels are a looming threat to the 8.4 million people of the city.

New York, the city that never sleeps, may soon lie in slumber under the sea

The leaders of the G7 nations will re-gather for day 2 of their summit in Hiroshima, japan. On day 1, the leaders had decided to stiffen sanctions against Russia. They also said they need to reduce reliance on trade with China. An early version of the draft communique, which will be issued after the talks, said the goal was not to harm or hinder China's economic progress, calling for constructive talks with Beijing but, the draft called for reducing excessive dependencies in critical supply chains.

G7 leaders impose fresh sanctions on Russia, call for reducing reliance on trade with china

Japan and India are trying to promote digital cooperation, says Kono Taro, Japan's Digital Minister while speaking to WION's Diplomatic Correspondent Siddhant Sibbal. He also added that Japan is now seriously thinking about joining Indian UPI payment system.

Japan to join India's UPI payment system, says Japan's Digital Minister

Leaders who came together for the G7 summit on Friday vowed to tighten punishments on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, days before President Volodymyr Zelensky joins the summit in person on Sunday.

Volodymyr Zelensky to attend G7 meet amid talks of penalties on Russia

Greeks will be spoiled for choice when they go to the polls Sunday to elect a new government — so much so that they may end up having to do it all over again a few weeks later. Dozens of parties are running in the first election to be held since changes took effect that will make it harder for one party to get a majority in the 300-seat parliament.

Greeks head to the polls on May 21, but another election could quickly follow

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