The amusement park east of the capital has been closed since October 30th, when non-essential businesses were ordered to close amid a surge in infections.

Disneyland Paris opens up as a vaccine centre

Why is #DogeCoinToTheMoon trending? What is #BitcoinCrash? What's driving the whole crypto craze? Is it worth investing your real money? Or is it a risky gamble? On Gravitas Plus, Palki Sharma has a checklist you must not miss.

Gravitas Plus: Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency & Blockchain- What's driving the craze?

Saudi Arabia and Iran have never declared war on each other. But their proxy warfare has torn West Asia apart. The Saudi Iranian rivalry is a fight over influence and the whole region is their battlefield. So, when reports of a secret Saudi-Iran meeting emerged, the world was taken aback. On the West Asia Post this week, Ghadi Francis tells you what this thawing Cold War means for West Asia.

The West Asia Post: Episode 30- Is West Asia's cold war thawing?

Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. Twelve jurors found Chauvin guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

Derek Chauvin Verdict: What does Chauvin's verdict really mean

The U.S has opened a probe into 500 scientists believed to be compromised by China. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how Beijing is using espionage to steal American tech in the R&D race.

Gravitas: China infiltrating U.S research

The clashes were triggered by protests by Palestinian youth against gathering curbs during the holy month of Ramzan.

Jerusalem turns into a 'War Zone'

A ban on the export of raw materials. Naval adventurism near Lakshadweep. Accusations of currency manipulation. Overreach into domestic affairs. Why is the U.S testing India's resolve during a pandemic? Are these the actions of an ally? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Why is the U.S. testing India's resolve?

Turks want their President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to show proof of where his govt spent $128 billion from its forex reserves. Erdogan calls this demand 'treason'. Is it because his son-in-law is involved in this foul play? WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Erdogan cornered on missing $128 Billion

A U.S commission has urged the State Department to put India on a religious freedoms blacklist. Amid a series of police shootings of black Americans, does the U.S have the moral authority to judge others? WION’s Palki Sharma decodes American double standards on social justice.

Gravitas: U.S commission wants India on religious freedoms blacklist

Japan declared "short and powerful" states of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka and two other prefectures as the country struggles to contain a resurgent coronavirus pandemic three months before the Olympics.

Japan announces COVID emergency in Tokyo

A UNICEF study has found that Indian ads reinforce gender bias and stereotypes. Despite a greater share of screen time and speaking time, women are cast to sell domestic and beauty products only. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you how ad-makers can correct this trend.

Gravitas: Indian ads reinforce gender stereotypes

ICU cases have hit a peak high in France. New emergency 'brake rules' have been imposed in Germany. Tokyo is under a 'state of emergency'. Blood clots are being reported in UK. Hospitals in Brazils have run out of sedatives. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more about the global situation.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus: A global reality check

As India struggles with the second wave, Angela Merkel is worried about what will happen to exports of pharmaceutical products to Europe. The German Chancellor has said Europe allowed India to become "such a large pharmaceutical producer". WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Angela Merkel says Europe "Allowed India" to become a pharma hub

India reported more than 300,000 new infections for a second straight day. Shortages are crippling India's response. But, regulators have given emergency approval to a drug that can help patients recover faster. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India's second wave: Regulators approve promising drug

500 Elephants have been put on sale in Zimbabwe for 'trophy hunting'. Tourism authorities say they need money. Activists say the mammal is already getting extinct. Who will help the world's most empathetic species?WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 500 Elephants put on sale for hunting

Zimbabwe will reportedly sell the hunting rights to 500 elephants in order to help the upkeep of its cash-strapped national parks.

WION Dispatch: African elephants are listed as industry endangered

It's been a bad week for Elon Musk. After a driverless Tesla crashed in Texas. A Chinese woman besieged Tesla's booth at the Shanghai Auto Expo complaining of 'brake failure’. The carmaker is now facing Chinese social media's wrath. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Tesla apologises to China

Indonesia has less than 72 hours to rescue 53 crew members aboard a missing submarine. An oil slick - is the only possible sign of the missing vessel. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more about the rescue effort.

Gravitas: Indonesia has less than 72 hours to save 53 crew members

Australia has scrapped a Belt & Road project between China & the state of Victoria in 'national interest'. Beijing is responding with threats & bluster. WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Australia sends a message to China

World leaders failed to unite against the Wuhan Virus pandemic. Can they redeem themselves in the battle against climate change? Why does climate action remain a footnote on diplomatic statements? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Can the world unite against climate change?

The US is the biggest carbon polluter in history. It now wants countries like India to set ambitious targets and reduce emissions. Will Washington's approach work? WION’s Palki Sharma decodes the Leaders Climate Summit for you.

Gravitas: Will the world's biggest polluters unite to tackle climate change? 

Spain is set to approve a new law that permits joint custody of pets after couples separate. For a country that celebrates bullfights, how serious is Spain about protecting domestic animals? Will the future involve 'petnups' and dog lawyers? WION’s Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Spain to approve joint custody of pets

India recorded the world's highest daily tally of 314,835 infections today. What about the recoveries? Since last year - more than 84% of the patients in India have recovered. WION’s Palki Sharma brings you the latest.

Gravitas: India sets world record for new Wuhan virus cases

In Quetta, 50 KGs of RDX exploded at a hotel where the Chinese Ambassador was staying. Islamabad says Nong Rong was on target. Who was behind this attack? Why does insurgency persist in Balochistan? WION’s Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Chinese Ambassador was on target in Quetta Blast

With lockdowns ending, Netflix subscriptions are on a downward trajectory. The company fell short of its expansion target by 30% in the first quarter of 2021. Are corporate pandemic success stories unravelling in 2021? WION’s Palki Sharma has the full report.

Gravitas: Post-lockdown world unsubscribes Netflix

Just like the rest of us, World leaders had to deal with the challenges of a virtual meet. The live-streamed Global Climate Summit started with a Glitch, followed by more glitches. Echoes, random beeps, overlapping speeches & requests to unmute reverberated at the Summit. Watch

Tech fails hit Global Climate Summit 2021

Over hundred Palestinians have been injured in over night clashes with Israeli police. 20 police officers have injured, 3 of them have been rushed to hospital.

Clashes broke out between Palestinians and Israeli police

The US House has passed a new bill. The House of Representatives has voted on a bill that would admit Washington DC as the 51st state of the United States.

United States: US House passes bill to make Washington DC the 51st state

Last year, the W.H.O rejected linking country and city names with the virus. Now it is silent when variants are being named after their country of origin. WION's Palki Sharma decodes W.H.O's double standard on virus nomenclature.

Gravitas: W.H.O'S HYPOCRISY ON NAMING VIRUS VARIANTS

A total of 3,14,835 fresh infections were registered in a span of 24 hours, while the toll increased to 1,84,657 with a record 2,104 new fatalities, the data updated at 8 am showed.

Breaking News: India records over 3.14 lakh new cases, 2,104 deaths in a day

American Airlines announced in a memo on Tuesday that all of the pilots that were "recalled" during the COVID-19 pandemic will be returning to work.

American Airlines bringing more pilots back

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