Scientists have been able to trace the origin of more than 70 per cent of the meteorites which have hit Earth. Nearly 466 million years ago, a massive swarm of asteroids violently bombarded Earth which was believed to have occurred because a large asteroid had broken into smaller fragments as it travelled in orbit between Mars and Jupiter.

Scientists have found the origin of majority of meteorites that hit Earth. It is...

The mysterious lost islands, which sank in the ocean millions of years ago, have been rediscovered by researchers in Spain. Interestingly, some of them have their beaches still intact.

Mysterious lost islands with volcanoes found, may hold origin of Atlantis legend

The UFO investigators have claimed that they possess an unidentified material which has been proved to have a 'non-human' origin in the tests. The sample's tiny scraps, which were gold-tinged and lighter than a flower petal - were displayed for the first time at a conference this week in Irving, Texas.

Lighter than petal alien spacecraft's debris is on Earth. UFO hunters say it has 'non-human' origin

World Population Day 2024: World Population Day is celebrated annually on July 11. It was an initiative of the United Nations that started in 1989 and aims to spread awareness regarding population-related issues.

World Population Day 2024: Origin, theme, date, significance, all you need to know

The Labour Party in the UK has won the general election 2024 with majority votes. Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party is expected to take oath as Britain's next prime minister.

UK Election 2024: Labour Party origin, vision and more

Father's Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday of June to honour the relationship between a father and his children. It is a day dedicated to all fathers and father figures who give their everything to provide the best possible lives to their children.

Father's Day 2024: Date, origin and significance

Life on Earth might have originated from hot springs billions of years ago. According to a study published in the journal Nature Communications Earth & Environment, key molecules required to produce life consist of inorganic materials, essential to understanding the formation of the first living systems on our planet.

Hot springs served as catalyst for life on Earth billions of years ago, study finds

Friday the 13th: In Western culture, Friday the 13th is considered an inauspicious day. A few people know that the fear of Friday the 13th has a name, paraskevidekatriaphobia, which originates from the word Triskadekaphobia, meaning the fear of the number 13.

Friday the 13th: Why people consider it unlucky; know its weird history, evolution, and incidents

New research is claiming to be the strongest proof that the Covid virus jumped from animals to humans. The study is based on analysis of samples collected from an animal market in Wuhan, China, from the initial days of the pandemic.

Traces of COVID-19 in Wuhan's animal market spark debate over origin of pandemic

NASA's journey to Saturn's moon could reveal the chemistry that gave rise to life. An upcoming NASA mission to Saturn’s giant moon-Titan aims to discover the development of life. The mission called Dragonfly is due to launch in 2027 & will reach Titan in 2034.

NASA mission to Saturn's moon Titan may unravel secrets behind origin of life

Everybody likes to look dapper, but would you flaunt your style out on the street when a war is taking place inside your country? Well, maybe if it more than a style and a statement of your rebellion against the oppressive regime. Watch this video to know everything about African dandies.

Beyond the Runway S2 | Into the world of African Dandies

For anyone who is a fan of body art but too wary to take the leap of permanent ink tattoos, there is an alternative that’s been around for centuries—henna. did you know, that henna has an extensive history behind its origin and spread to the West? We tell you everything in this video.

Beyond the Runway S2 | the alternative to permanent tattoos : Henna

You might think that cosmetics were only invented recently. Actually, they have been around almost just about as long as human beings have existed. But have you wondered when and how did makeup originate? Watch this video to find out.

Beyond the Runway S2 | The origin of cosmetics and makeup

The Lunar New Year 2023 celebrations in Vietnam are gearing up to begin. There will be wonderful celebrations happening all around the nation. However, not many people are aware of the Tet festival's origin, its history, or the manner in which it is observed.

Tet Holidays 2023: Vietnamese Lunar New Year origin, holiday dates, traditions & everything you need to know

Everyone appears to have an opinion on how COVID-19 came to be. The National Institutes of Health has been questioned by US Republicans on the House Energy and Commerce Committee on the purported "lab leak.

What is the origin of the COVID-19 virus? New report supports ‘Lab Leak’ theory

The curious minds of the fashion industry might have wondered at least once in their lives how catwalks and fashion shows came about and whose idea was it. When we see fashion shows today, they are bigger than ever with live broadcasts reaching millions. However, it might sound odd to your ears that their roots are actually more humble and intimate than you might expect. Know all about the history of fashion shows only on www.wionews.com

Beyond the Runway: The history of fashion shows | WION Originals Teaser

The curious minds of the fashion industry might have wondered at least once in their lives how catwalks and fashion shows came about and whose idea was it. When we see fashion shows today, they are bigger than ever with live broadcasts reaching millions. However, it might sound odd to your ears that their roots are actually more humble and intimate than you might expect. Here's a quick history of runways and fashion shows.

Beyond the Runway: The history of fashion shows since its inception

Ever wondered who came up with the idea of fashion shows and how today’s runways came to be? We dive deep into the history of fashion industry and unravel how we invented the catwalk extravaganza.

Beyond the Runway: The history of fashion shows since

When you think of corsets, you'd think living in a cage. Well, it could be called a medieval torture device, holding back women (quite literally), but it is also one of the most misunderstood garments in fashion history. Know about its origin on the latest episode of Beyond the Runway only on www.wionews.com

Beyond the Runway: The origin of Corsets | WION Originals Teaser

Corsets have always been in fashion for ages now. This controversial piece of clothing dates to the Victorian era and still continues to rule the fashion industry. In this episode of Beyond the Runway, we dive deep into the history and evolution of corsets.

Beyond the Runway: How corsets have never been out of fashion

Organic food has been a buzzword for many years now. Health-conscious and even environmentally conscious folks among us have been leaning towards organic products for quite a while. But are they really healthy? Know all about organic food on this episode of the World of Food.

World of Food: Is organic food really healthy?

Organic food has been a buzzword for many years now. Health-conscious and even environmentally conscious folks among us have been leaning towards organic products for quite a while. Is organic food really healthy? Find out only on www.wionews.com

World of Food: Is organic food really healthy? | WION Originals Teaser

For a lot of us, biryani is not just food. It is an emotion. Biryani is one of the most popular dishes in the Indian subcontinent. But where did it originate from? Watch the history behind this dish with complex blend of spices.

World of Food: Where did Biryani originate from and what is its history?

India's Army was stunted after the country gained independence in 1947, as the forces were was divided with Pakistan. Here's the origin story of India's defence force.

India@75: Origin story of India's defence force

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