Tensions are simmering at the Ukraine border and in the latest remark, Russian president Vladimir Putin has blamed the West for escalating tensions across Europe and has stated that Russia will respond adequately to any western aggression.

Russia presses for urgent US response to its demands, warns of advanced military action

Omicron is now the dominant variant of the COVID-19 in the US, federal health officials said, racing ahead of Delta and other variants and accounting for 73% of new infections last week. America is staring at a bleak holiday season as the new variant has upended lives with its aggressive transmissions. US president Joe Biden is all set for his address on the Omicron surge.

US president Joe Biden to address nation on Omicron surge

Amid security concerns since the Taliban takeover of war-torn Afghanistan, the US makes it clear that it has no plans to reopen the Kabul embassy yet.

US: No plans reopen Kabul embassy amid security concerns in Afghanistan

Kidambi Srikanth created history at the Badminton World Championships, becoming the first Indian male shuttler to win a Silver medal at the prestigious event. The former World No.1 spoke To Wion Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo on his run to the final and return to the spotlight.

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth scripts history after his Silver medal win at World Championships

Despite a rapid rise in the country's Omicron cases, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned people to take precautions and ruled out Christmas lockdown plans for now.

UK PM Boris Johnson: No Christmas lockdown for Britain yet amid rapid rise in Omicron cases

Fear and anxiety have gripped people from Sri Lanka, where gas leak related accidents and explosions have risen dramatically lately. A whopping 847 gas-related incidents have been reported in 2021 so far.

Sri Lanka: Fear & anxiety among people due to rising incidents of gas leak explosions

Former US President Donald Trump has sued New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking to end her civil investigation into his business practices.

Former US President Donald Trump files lawsuit against NY Attorney General Letitia James

Sri Lanka is going through a severe economic crisis. The island nation is struggling to import oil and thus resorted to price hikes to discourage consumption. The CPC raised the price of petrol by Rs 20 and diesel by Rs 10. It is now selling petrol at Rs 177 and diesel at Rs 121 a litre.

Sri Lanka hikes petrol and diesel prices as economic crisis worsens

Do you remember the password to all your internet platforms? If not, do you feel anxious about it? Palki Sharma tells why password anxiety is real and how you can deal with it.

Gravitas: Do you have password anxiety?

Chile has elected a 'leftist millennial' as its new President. A 35-yr-old Gabriel Boric will be the youngest President in Chile's history. He is also being called the most 'left-wing' President till date. Why? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: 35-yr-old leftist millennial becomes Chile's new President

On Sunday, India and Pakistan held two concurrent meetings on Afghanistan. India used its meeting to build regional consensus. Pakistan used its meeting to play a Taliban apologist and push its Kashmir agenda. Palki Sharma tells you about the stark contrast.

Gravitas: Pak uses OIC meeting on Afghanistan to raise Kashmir issue

Political upheavals in Myanmar and Afghanistan are driving the illegal drug trade in South Asia and Southeast Asia. Stuck in the middle of these drug hubs is India. Palki Sharma tells you how India can avoid this looming drug epidemic.

Gravitas: A looming drug menace in India?

Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai has denied making sexual assault charges against a former Chinese Premier. What explains this U-turn? Is China intimidating the tennis icon? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Peng Shuai changes her story, but WTA unconvinced

Omicron has spooked investors. The new variant of COVID-19 triggered a major sell-off in the Indian markets - with investors losing over USD130 billion. Why are investors worried about Omicron? Palki Sharma tells you about the five worrying trends.

Gravitas: Omicron spooks Indian markets, investors lose over USD130 billion in a day

Covid-19 infections have broken major records in parts of Europe in recent weeks, governments are scrambling to bolster up their defences against the fast-spreading of the Omicron variant. Amid this health crisis, the WHO has called for nations to redouble their efforts to end this pandemic.

Covid-19 infections have broken records in parts of Europe

'Will respond to aggression,' Putin blames West for escalating tensions | Russia-Ukraine tensions

After immense conflict, a drought is now battering Somalia. More than two million people have been affected and the situation continues to get worse. UN has said that one in four Somalis faces acute hunger.

UN: Somalia drought affects 2.3 million people, one in four Somalis face acute hunger

The Omicron variant was first reported in South Africa in November. The covid variant Omicron has been identified in dozens of countries and now is the most dominant strain in the United States.

Rapid spread of Omicron variant raises concerns for Washington

Covid-19 Latest News | 73%  Omicron infections in United States last week

Covid-19 infections have broken records in parts of Europe in recent weeks, governments are scrambling to bolster defences against the fast-spreading Omicron. Amid the health crisis, the WHO has warned nations that the Omicron variant appears to be better at evading anti-bodies.

'Omicron strain infecting the vaccinated,' WHO issues warning on Covid-19 variant

As the United Kingdom continues to report a record number of covid-19 cases, PM Boris Johnson stressed the need to exercise caution and booster doses, if the country doesn't want to be in lockdown during Christmas.

UK PM Boris Johnson under pressure not to impose any restrictions during Christmas

Lockdown party scandal snowballs as UK PM Boris Johnson's 'Wine & Cheese' photo leaks from May 2020.

'Wine & Cheese' photo latest blow to controversy-ridden UK PM Boris Johnson

According to a recent Chinese study involving 292 samples, the Sinopharm vaccine jab is weak against the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

Study: Sinopharm's booster jab ineffective against Omicron variant of the COVID-19

Mass anti-coup protests turned violent in Sudan while thousands of people were marching to the Presidential palace. Over 100 people have been reported injured.

Mass anti-coup protests turn violent in Sudan as thousands march to Presidential palace

The World Health Organisation (WHO) warns against underestimating the Omicron variant of the coronavirus as cases surge rapidly worldwide.

WHO Chief urges cancelling gatherings as Omicron appears to be better at evading antibodies

Plastic pollution is one of the biggest challenges of our times. A turtle that was rescued from the coast of Argentina. The X-Ray revealed a blockage in the turtle's intestines.

Rescued turtle found with gut full of plastic waste

Iraq's security forces on Sunday released a statement saying that two rockets targetted Baghdad's highly secure Green Zone. US embassy is located in the Green Zone. Security forces said that the attack took place early Sunday. "The Green Zone in Baghdad was the target of two Katyusha rockets. The first was shot down in the air by C-RAM defence batteries, the second fell in a square, damaging two vehicles," the statement said.

Two Katyusha rockets fired at Baghdad's ultra-secure Green Zone

European markets closed sharply lower amid the rapid spread of the omicron Covid-19 variant which triggers stricter containment measures across the continent.

European, Asian markets close lower as omicron worries intensify

Afghan families are dusting off their old looms and returning to carpet-making amid a major economic crisis. Can the famed carpets help Afghanistan wade through tough times? @MaroWardak gets you a report.

South Asia Diary | Afghan families dust off old looms

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