The first formal peace talks of the brutal two-year-long conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray province has now entered into day two; the talks are being held in South Africa and are led by the African Union.

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As Elon Musk Twitter bio deal deadline looms, the billionaire posted a video of himself walking into Twitter's headquarters carrying a sink, raising speculation about the fate of his plan takeover.

Elon Musk tweets: Entering Twitter headquarter-let that sink in!

Biden's approval ratings have dropped ahead of the November midterms. According to a polling firm, his rating now stands at 40% lower than 42% back in September. Biden's lowest rating till date has been 38% that was recorded back in July.

Joe Biden's approval rating drops to 40%; inflation, cost of living crisis contributes to the dip

Amid the ongoing alarms raised by environmentalists over climate change, the EU has proposed three new pollution laws. Watch this report.

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Wildfire continues to rage on Mount Kilimanjaro. High winds are intensifying mountain fires. Watch this report for all the details.

WION Climate Tracker: Wildfire continues on Mount Kilimanjaro

A holy site in Iran has come under a deadly attack, at least 15 people have lost their lives and ISIS has claimed responsibility for the same.

Attack on Shiraz shrine kills at least 15, ISIS claims responsibility

It's been over 40 days since the death of Mahsa Amini in Iran. What started as a funeral protest has now ballooned into an anti-government movement, protesters along with Amini's family held a memorial procession wherein thousands of people were out on the streets displaying their anger.

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There's a rapid push by officials to ban the controversial Confucius institutes. The new UK government has decided to enact a ban on controversial institutes. Is this a turning point in UK-China relations?

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The American rapper Kanye West has now been escorted by two Executives out of the Skechers corporate offices after the rapper showed up uninvited.

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It is less than two weeks ahead of midterm elections in the United States. Voters are sounding off about their issues ahead of the polls and the country's number one issue is inflation, our correspondent Susan Tehrani decodes further from New York.

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To boost the defence mechanism, the Pentagon in its recent statement on Wednesday (October 26) said that the US Navy and Army recently blasted off a rocket in Virginia to test a few hypersonic weapons.&nbsp;

The Navy in its statement said, "Sandia National Laboratories ran the test from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, which evaluated hypersonic weapon communications and navigation equipment as well as advanced materials that can withstand the heat in a "realistic hypersonic environment," Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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The test was done&nbsp;to validate&nbsp;aspects of the Navy's Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and the Army's Long Range Hypersonic Weapons( LHRW).

Calling the experiment a success, the Pentagon said that this experiment will help the country to develop a new class of defence weapons.&nbsp;

For this test, the Pentagon used a sounding rocket, a bit smaller and much more affordable than the original one. The vehicle filled din gap between ground testing and full-system flight testing.&nbsp;

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Unlike its other air-breathing hypersonic weapons, the glide bodies use scramjet engine technology and high speed to compress air force combustion to maintain hypersonic&nbsp;speeds.&nbsp;

With global threats and invasions increasing, the United States along with its rivals focusing on developing hypersonic missiles that will soon take over the traditional means of weapons.

For the US, companies like Lockheed Martin Corp and Raytheon Technologies Corp are working to develop hypersonic missiles.&nbsp;

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To boost the defence mechanism, the Pentagon in its recent statement on Wednesday (October 26) said that the US Navy and Army recently blasted off a rocket in Virginia to test a few hypersonic weapons.

To boost the defence mechanism, the Pentagon in its recent statement on Wednesday (October 26) said that the US Navy and Army recently blasted off a rocket in Virginia to test a few hypersonic weapons. The Navy in its statement said, "Sandia National Laboratories ran the test from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, which evaluated hypersonic weapon communications and navigation equipment as well as advanced materials that can withstand the heat in a "realistic hypersonic environment," Reuters reported. Also read | Biden warns Russia against using nukes, says it would be 'incredibly serious mistake' The test was done to validate aspects of the Navy's Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) and the Army's Long Range Hypersonic Weapons( LHRW). Calling the experiment a success, the Pentagon said that this experiment will help the country to develop a new class of defence weapons. For this test, the Pentagon used a sounding rocket, a bit smaller and much more affordable than the original one. The vehicle filled din gap between ground testing and full-system flight testing. Also read | Former US defence secretary Ash Carter dies at 68 Unlike its other air-breathing hypersonic weapons, the glide bodies use scramjet engine technology and high speed to compress air force combustion to maintain hypersonic speeds. With global threats and invasions increasing, the United States along with its rivals focusing on developing hypersonic missiles that will soon take over the traditional means of weapons. For the US, companies like Lockheed Martin Corp and Raytheon Technologies Corp are working to develop hypersonic missiles. (With input from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Pentagon tests dozen hypersonic weapons to develop new defence class, calls it successful 

In yet another controversy, a woman in the United States says Herschel Walker encouraged her to have an abortion. Watch this report for all the details.

Herschel Walker faces another controversy: Walker paid for a woman's abortion

Government of Chad clamps down on opposition parties after unprecedented clashes between police and protesters led to the death of over 60 people. Eric Njoka reports about dissent over Mahamat Idris Deby.

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Drug abuse proving to be a menace among the youth in Africa's most populous nation of Nigeria. Addicts getting hooked to Tramadol have increased. Erik Njoka and Louisa Olaniyi bring you this report on the crime rate.

World of Africa: Drug menace plagues Nigeria's youth

Rice production in Senegal has soared as the West African nation looks to reduce dependence on imports. Eric Njoka tells you why this is good news for those who love the staple Jollof and Thieboudienne.

World of Africa: Senegal ramps up rice production

Fear of Day Zero has erupted in South Africa as some big cities in the country have been experiencing water scarcity for weeks. Government dismisses claims of a water crisis. Watch this report by Kalden Ongmu and Eric Njoka.

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The 14th edition of Africa Eco Race kicked off from Monaco and ended in Dakar Senegal despite dangers and threats from rebel groups in western Sahara Eric Njoka brings you this report.

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A new study says that a swarm of bees can generate more electricity than storm clouds. Their rapidly flapping wings generate static electricity due to friction with the air. Molly Gambhir tells you more

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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!

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Former Chinese President Hu Jintao was dramatically led out of the closing ceremony of the Communist Party Congress. Fresh footage of the incident has now emerged. Molly Gambhir tells you what happened on that day.

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The funeral prayers for Arshad Sharif, a senior journalist killed in Kenya, were held at 2&nbsp;pm in Islamabad at Shah Faisal Mosque.&nbsp;

Security at the mosque was increased with over 3,500 security personnel being deployed.&nbsp;

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The journalist was shot dead in Kenya by the local police in an alleged case of "mistaken identity."

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The incident took place on Sunday (October 23). The Star reported that he was shot in the head and died after he and his driver breached a roadblock that was meant to monitor the vehicles at the place.&nbsp;

Kenyan police officials claimed the car was stopped and both the journalist and driver were asked to identify themselves but they failed which later led to the chase&nbsp;and killing of the senior journalist.&nbsp;

The instance has heightened the political tensions in Pakistan and many dignitaries demand a thorough investigation into the matter.

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Several Kenyan authorities have also been questioning Kenya's police claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The 49-year-old journalist fled to Dubai in August after being charged with multiple cases, including&nbsp;one sedition case over an interview with PTI leader Shahbaz Gill during which the leader made few controversial comments. After receiving death threats, he fled to Dubai and relocated to Kenya after his visa expired, the Business Recorder reported.&nbsp;

The funeral prayers for Arshad Sharif, a senior journalist killed in Kenya, were held at 2 pm in Islamabad at Shah Faisal Mosque. Security at the mosque was increased with over 3,500 security personnel being deployed.

The funeral prayers for Arshad Sharif, a senior journalist killed in Kenya, were held at 2 pm in Islamabad at Shah Faisal Mosque. Security at the mosque was increased with over 3,500 security personnel being deployed. Visuals of Arshad Sharif's janaza. He must be smiling right now from somewhere up in the heavens after seeing how much people love him. Alwida Arshad sharif 💔💔pic.twitter.com/Hn8cXy9sZ8 — Saith Abdullah (@SaithAbdullah99) October 27, 2022 × The journalist was shot dead in Kenya by the local police in an alleged case of "mistaken identity." Also read | Pakistan: Body of slain journalist Arshad Sharif arrives in Islamabad from Kenya The incident took place on Sunday (October 23). The Star reported that he was shot in the head and died after he and his driver breached a roadblock that was meant to monitor the vehicles at the place. Kenyan police officials claimed the car was stopped and both the journalist and driver were asked to identify themselves but they failed which later led to the chase and killing of the senior journalist. The instance has heightened the political tensions in Pakistan and many dignitaries demand a thorough investigation into the matter. Also read | Pakistan PM to visit China for the first time since assuming office Several Kenyan authorities have also been questioning Kenya's police claims. The 49-year-old journalist fled to Dubai in August after being charged with multiple cases, including one sedition case over an interview with PTI leader Shahbaz Gill during which the leader made few controversial comments. After receiving death threats, he fled to Dubai and relocated to Kenya after his visa expired, the Business Recorder reported.

Thousands of Pakistanis attend senior journalist Arshad Sharif's funeral, politicians demand probe  

Emperor penguins have now become threatened species as newborn penguins drown due to poor sea ice conditions. Watch this report.

WION Climate Tracker: Emperor penguins now threatened species

Singapore is struggling with its slippery, hungry and angry Otters. Sea Otters raid homes for food and attack people in parks. Watch this report.

WION Climate Tracker: Singapore's slippery, hungry and angry Otters

New Zealand's PM has visited a base in Antarctica and allocated $200 million for rebuilding it. PM also called for regional cooperation against climate change.

WION Climate Tracker: New Zealand's PM visits base in Antarctica

A New NASA tool is detecting 'super emitters' of Methane. The tool is designed to study the effects of dust on climate change. Watch this report.

WION Climate Tracker: New NASA tool detects 'super emitters' of Methane

A new report has emerged that says Earth will become warmer above 2° C despite climate action. The report comes ahead of the COP27 summit.

WION Climate Tracker: Earth to warm above 2° C despite climate action

For the first time, a turban-wearing Sikh woman has been elected as the city councillor of Brampton city in Canada.&nbsp;

Navjit Kaur Brar, a respiratory therapist, won the race on Monday in Wards 2 and 6.

She was a former Conservative MP for Brampton West. She secured over 28 per cent of votes cast, Brampton Guardian reported.&nbsp;

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Her opponents Chambers received 22.59 per cent and Camren Wilson received 15.41 per cent of the total votes cast.&nbsp;

As part of her campaign during the last two months, she went door to door and spoke to over 22,000 residents.

She said, "I'm excited. I'm so proud of all Bramptonians who have voted, making sure our voices are heard more than ever before."

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Brar&nbsp;had earlier lost as the Ontario NDP candidate to Progressive Conservative MPP Amarjot Sandhu.&nbsp;

In&nbsp;her speech, Brar said, "I think a lot of people can relate to me. I'm just a respiratory therapist. I've actually worked with a lot of people. I'm a mom of three and a lot of people in Brampton are families."

She'll mainly focus on three aspects — building new infrastructure, reducing crime in the area and improving road safety.&nbsp;

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For the first time, a turban-wearing Sikh woman has been elected as the city councillor of Brampton city in Canada. Navjit Kaur Brar, a respiratory therapist, won the race on Monday in Wards 2 and 6.

For the first time, a turban-wearing Sikh woman has been elected as the city councillor of Brampton city in Canada. Navjit Kaur Brar, a respiratory therapist, won the race on Monday in Wards 2 and 6. She was a former Conservative MP for Brampton West. She secured over 28 per cent of votes cast, Brampton Guardian reported. Also read | At Diwali event, Rishi Sunak hopes to build a Britain where children can 'light their diyas' Her opponents Chambers received 22.59 per cent and Camren Wilson received 15.41 per cent of the total votes cast. As part of her campaign during the last two months, she went door to door and spoke to over 22,000 residents. She said, "I'm excited. I'm so proud of all Bramptonians who have voted, making sure our voices are heard more than ever before." Also read | Bees 'count' numbers in increasing size from left to right, study reveals Brar had earlier lost as the Ontario NDP candidate to Progressive Conservative MPP Amarjot Sandhu. In her speech, Brar said, "I think a lot of people can relate to me. I'm just a respiratory therapist. I've actually worked with a lot of people. I'm a mom of three and a lot of people in Brampton are families." She'll mainly focus on three aspects — building new infrastructure, reducing crime in the area and improving road safety. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Canada: Turban-wearing Sikh woman to be the new city councillor of Brampton

The United States has planned to store upgraded nuclear warheads in Europe. Experts say the move can mount tensions in Europe. 100 bombs are already stored in NATO bases in Europe.

U.S. speeds up plans to store upgraded nukes in Europe

In the infamous rape case in Australia, after a 12-day trial, the jury has been discharged. Brittany Higgins had accused Bruce Lehrmann in early 2021.

Australia rape case: Brittany Higgins vs Bruce Lehrmann; After a 12-day trial, Jury discharged

Iran shrine killing: One gunman arrested during the attack

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