Israel has arrested four Palestinians suspected of shooting of an Israeli man in the West Bank earlier this week, here we bring in all the latest.

Israeli troops arrests four Palestinians, suspected of killing an Israeli man

Voting is underway in Hong Kong's first 'Patriots only' elections, where only the candidates that are approved by Beijing are allowed to vote. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's pro-democracy party shuns it.

Hong Kong's 'Patriots Only' elections underway, all candidates approved by Beijing

Governments have imposed vaccines mandates to fight the new Omicron variant surge, resulting in massive protests across the Europe. Here's a quick round-up.

Covid-19 Pandemic| Anti-vaccine protests in Spain, Germany protesters clash with police

London has witnessed massive chaos on Saturday after the clashes broke out between the police and protesters at an anti-vaccine protests outside PM Boris Johnson's residence.

Police clash with protesters over new COVID-19 restrictions in London

The third edition of the Central Asia dialogue begins in India. The key focus of the dialogue will be on the Afghanistan crisis.

Central Asia Dialogue: India-Central Asian Nations issue joint statement

Flights stand cancelled, roads shut, and over 300,000 people were forced to flee from their homes as Typhoon Rai batters the Philippines.

Over 300,000 people forced to flee from their homes as Typhoon Rai batters the Philippines

Christmas festivities are just around the corner and for the animals at the Peruvian zoo, Santa Claus decided to drop by and deliver some lip-smacking goodies, our next report gives you all the details.

Santa Claus on a special mission at Peruvian zoo

India is currently hosting the third edition of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi to discuss further strengthening ties with member states with a focus on trade, connectivity and development cooperation. The three-day event will go on till Monday (December 20).

India: Third edition of India-Central Asia Dialogue is underway in Delhi

Maya, a rail project connecting Mexico's famous beaches to archaeological sites has become a major environmental issue, our next report tells you what the controversy is about.

Mexico divided over Maya Train project, govt says it will 'boost development'

The Indian Ocean is India's backyard. But, China wants to control the region and its waters. How will it do that? By establishing a permanent naval presence in the Indian Ocean. On Gravitas Plus, Palki Sharma tells you how China is weaponising the Belt and Road initiative.

Gravitas Plus: China is Weaponising the Belt and Road Initiative

In another bizarre dictatorial decision, North Korea forces civilians to mourn the death of former Supreme Leader Kim Jong Il by banning laughing, drinking and shopping for 11 days.

North Korea: A ban on laughing, drinking & shopping for 11 days

WION brings you a quick round-up of all latest news on surge of coronavirus pandemic across the world, stay tuned for all latest developments.

Covid News | Switzerland tightens covid curbs, Denmark imposes new restrictions and more

Around 5.3 million people have died due to different strains of coronavirus, more than 27,000 cases of the new Omicron strain have also been recorded in almost 91 countries.

Covid-19 News Update| 5.3 million died due to different strains of coronavirus

At least 12 people were killed and several others injured as a glass cylinder blast ripped through Paracha Chowk in Karachi's Shershah area.

Pakistan: 12 killed, several injured as blast rocks Karachi's Shershah area

Pakistan is hosting an Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Minister's meet on Afghanistan, this is proposed by Saudi Arabia. Taliban interim govt officials are also invited to the meeting. WION's Anas Mallick brings in more information on this.

Pakistan to host OIC Foreign Minister's meet on Afghanistan crisis

Parts of North India witnessed severe cold wave conditions on Friday, with temperatures in some regions dropping below freezing point.

Freezing temperatures in North Indian belt, 5 states brace for severe winter

Polish MPs on Friday adopted a controversial media law seen by critics as an attempt by the right-wing populist government to silence the US-owned independent news channel.

Polish lawmakers vote to tighten US media ownership

Hundreds of prisoners set fire to a Thai jail during a two-day riot over the handling of a coronavirus cluster, with some inmates wounded as officers sought to restore order.

Riots over COVID-19 medical facilities, Thailand prison set on fire

China's ambassador to Sri Lanka is touring Jaffna, days after cancelling a solar project in the region. With his shirt off and veshti tucked in, the ambassador tried desperately to woo Lankan Tamils. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Shirt off, Veshti in - Chinese envoy woos Lankan Tamils

Pyongyang has issued fresh diktats to its citizens. For 11 days, North Koreans can't drink alcohol, go out shopping or laugh. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: North Koreans can not laugh for 11 days

CNN has been hit by another scandal. Weeks after its former star-anchor Chris Cuomo was accused of sexual misconduct, a CNN producer has been accused of 'luring underage girls' into 'unlawful sexual activities'. Plaki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: This CNN producer 'lured underage girls' into unlawful sexual activities

Global debt surged to a record USD226 trillion last year. This is the largest one-year surge since World War II. Can this trigger the next financial crisis? Palki Sharma tells you about the risks.

Gravitas: This giant tsunami of debt could trigger the next financial crisis

Is UK PM Boris Johnson on his way out? After multiple scandals and a rebellion by his own MPs, he has suffered a humiliating defeat in North Shropshire bypolls. Reports suggest that Tory MPs are now planning to hold a no-confidence vote. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: Boris Johnson to face no-confidence vote soon?

Modern-day wars will be about controlling people's minds. China is already taking steps to get ahead. From "brain control weapons" to "bioweapons" and disinformation - the PLA is getting new tools to wage unconventional wars. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China's unconventional war - 'Brain Control weapons' for Super Soldiers?

Amid high tensions between Russia and the West on Ukraine, United States expressed its interest to hold talks with Russia but warned of massive consequences of any aggression.

Russia-Ukraine border crisis: US ready for 'dialogue with Russia'

India will host the third edition of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi to discuss further strengthening ties with member states with a focus on trade, connectivity and development cooperation. The three-day event will go on till Monday (December 20).

India to host Central Asia Dialogue today; focus on trade, connectivity, Afghan crisis

Polish MPs adopted a controversial media law seen by critics as an attempt by the right-wing populist government to silence the US-owned independent news channel.

Poland angers US by introducing anti-US media laws amid concerns over press freedom

Let's take a look at how the world is reacting to the new covid-19 surge. A US court has reinstated a nation-wide mandate for large businesses, Germany braces to get covid-19 vaccines. Stay tuned for more latest updates.

Covid News Updates| Germany braces to get covid-19 vaccines, Denmark imposes new restrictions & more

20,000 US troops soldiers are at risk of being removed from the service over their refusal for taking the vaccine against COVID-19.

COVID-19: 20,000 US troops face disciplinary action for vaccine refusal

Lions, who often fall prey to poachers and face a loss of habitat witnessed a rise in population in South Africa.

Lion population rises in South Africa as it goes against the global trend

P&G issued a voluntary recall of aerosol products after Cancer-causing chemicals were detected. A high level of benzene was detected according to reports.

P&G recalls products over 'Cancer risk' after Cancer-causing chemical detected

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