Indigenous protester died in clashes with security forces as violent protests erupted on the streets of Ecuador's capital Quito. The incident took place during the ninth day of demonstrations against the Ecuadorian government.

Ecuador Protest: Violence escalates in Capital Quito against government's economic policies

If you switch on the television today, log on to social media. Step out to parks, wellness centers or gymnasiums, you'll see someone performing an asan or a yoga posture. Celebrities, politicians, policy makers, global leaders are all practicing Yoga. Today's International Yoga day this year's theme is 'Yoga for humanity'.

The Good Life: Yoga is not a trend but a lifestyle | Celebrating International Yoga Day

The house of representatives select committee investigating the capital riot of January 6 last year is set to meet for its fourth public hearing, this time, the focus will be on unearthing evidence that Donald Trump was involved in a scheme to submit fake slates of electors in a last-ditch effort to block Joe Biden's 2020 election win.

House January 6 committee hearing will focus on Trump's fake electors plan

Under pressure from furious motorists and truck drivers, the White House is searching for ways to save Americans from high fuel prices. President Biden has said that he is considering announcing a tax holiday on which people could save almost 5 cents per liter in fuel costs.

United States: Gasoline tax holiday proposed to curb inflation

The biggest railway strike in 30 years is underway in the UK. Thousands of workers walked off the job this morning bringing the country's rail network to a crawl, they are taking action over pay working conditions and job security.

Trains halted across England, Wales, Scotland; workers demand higher wages

Britain today kicked off its biggest rail strike in 30 years as almost 40,000 staff members walked out in a dispute over pay and jobs. Today's strike is the first of three with two more planned for Thursday and Saturday.

First of three rail strikes underway across UK, people advised not to travel

Nigeria is reeling under growing instance of mass violence. Earlier 40 people were killed in the Ondo church. Now, armed men attack villages and two churches, they also kidnapped 35 villagers.

Nigeria marred with surge in violence, govt fears cooperation of criminal gangs and terrorists

Tens of thousands of people joined a protest outside the Gare Du Nord station in Brussels. Over 70,000 people are thought to have taken part in national demonstrations over the cost of living in Belgium; widespread disruption at brussels airport also halted all outbound flights.

Nationwide strikes in Belgium over cost of living, capital Brussels comes to a halt

After performing badly in the French parliamentary polls, High-level talks were held at Elysee Palace. There are tough days of negotiations ahead for President Macron.

France: Emmanuel Macron under pressure to secure alliance

The supreme court of Sri Lanka has given its determination on the 21st amendment bill noting the inconsistencies. In the bill, the top says that some clauses require a public referendum and the support of a two-thirds majority to be passed.

No clean chit for 21st amendment bill from Sri Lankan Supreme Court

Unionization efforts are gaining some momentum at large US corporations. After Amazon and Starbucks, now Apple workers in Atlanta are seeking to unionize employees.

Apple workers vote to form union as unions gaining ground in some US MNCs

Colombia has elected its first leftist President after Gustavo Petro wins by 720,000 votes. Meanwhile, 'King of TikTok' failed to gain upper hand in the elections.

'Pink Tide' reaches Colombia as Colombia elects its first leftist President Gustavo Petro

Colombia elects its first leftist President as Gustavo Petro wins by 720,000 votes

France is staring at a political gridlock after the French left alliance wins big in the French legislative elections. President Macron's together coalition has fallen short of the majority.

France: 'Unprecedented' setback for Macron as he loses parliament majority

Devastating floods are wreaking havoc in the South Asian nation of Bangladesh. At least 25 were killed and millions have been displaced because of floods.

At least 25 killed, millions displaced in devastating floods in Bangladesh

Opening to the public for the first time after the pandemic, UK's most famous prehistoric site the Stonehenge is set to host a celebration of the summer solstice on June 21st.

Stonehenge to celebrate Summer Solstice: Movement of the sun to be live-streamed

Big win for the French left alliance as France stares at a political gridlock

Colombia elects its first leftist President as Gustavo Petro wins

A shooting incident in Washington DC shocked the United States. The incident happened around 3 KMs from the White House. Police have seized illegal guns.

Shooting in Washington DC: 15-year-old gunned down

Voting is underway for the 577 member French assembly and as per recent reports Macron's coalition may not get a parliamentary majority. For more perspective on this, we're joined by Elijah J. Magnier, veteran war correspondent and analyst.

French parliamentary polls: Macron's majority on the line in France

Andalusia the most populated region in Spain has given the opposition People's party a thumping majority in the regional polls. The win has boosted the party's national chances.

Opposition People's party wins majority in Spain's Andalusia regional polls

Amid tensions in the region, China conducted its 6th known test of the anti-missile system. Though China clarified that the test is not targeted against any country.

China tests missile interception system amid tensions in the region

Most know of the fourth of July as the United States Independence day but June 19th marks a different kind of independence for the country. Today is the day that all citizens became free and equally irrespective of race. Americans are gearing up for Juneteenth today.

Americans gear up for Juneteenth as African Americans demand reparations

French President Emmanuel Macron's majority is on the line in France as the country gears up for a new battle. French legislative elections are going to decide Macron's fate as polls predict close race in second-round.

French legislative elections set to begin: Polls predict close race in second-round

UK researchers have developed robot skin that can sense pain. This artificial skin has been developed in Glasgow with mini transistors and have ability to learn & remember sensation.

UK researchers develop robot skin that can sense pain, touch

French President Emmanuel Macron's majority is on the line in France as the country gears up for a new battle. French legislative elections are going to decide Macron's fate.

French legislative elections begin: Voter turnout to play a key role

India is witnessing a surge in covid-19 cases. However, there is a slight dip in COVID cases since Saturday. According to the government's data released today, the country recorded over 2,899 new infections in the last 24 hours.

India witnesses a slight dip in COVID cases from Saturday

India has reportedly asked rich countries to pay for damages caused by extreme weather. According to one estimate, extreme weather costs India about $87 Billion every year. Shouldn't climate compensate? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India asks rich countries to pay for climate damage

It is a battle of former mayors as Colombia goes to the polls on the today. On one side is Gustavo Petro a rebel-turned politician who was the former mayor of Bogota, on the other hand, is Rodolfo Hernández Suárez so-called TikTok king.

Colombia's Presidential elections: Second round of polls to begin today

Colombia's Presidential elections: Second round of polls to begin

French legislative elections begin: First key test for President Macron

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