In the lives of queer individuals, accepting their sexuality in front of their families and loved ones is one of the most emotional and difficult tasks. Out of the fear of being misunderstood, hated, or disowned, many choose to live a lie. Now, a Chinese firm has launched a kit, that helps people who identify with the LGBTQ community 'come out' to their families.

Chinese company's 'coming-out kit' to help LGBTQ community

Climate change is real. Several factors like deforestation and extensive use of fossil fuels have led to a rise in earth's temperature. It has resulted in the melting of glaciers and a rise in sea levels. The worst sufferers of climate change will be coastal areas as they will face sinking due to the spike in the level of sea water. Can anything be done to stop it? Yes, the world can fight sea level rise. Let’s find out how.

Climate crisis: How can coastal areas survive rise in sea level?

A wire harness, used in combustion cars, is a component that may fasten the killing of fuel-based vehicles. The production of the wire harnesses has been affected due to the war in Ukraine and now experts believe that this may lead to a faster shift from combustion cars.

How war in Ukraine may have hastened downfall of combustion cars

The Al-Aqsa mosque has been a flashpoint for quite some time now. Muslims refer to it as al-Haram al-Sharif, or Noble Sanctuary, while it is Temple Mount for the Jews. There have been protests, clashes & riots at the mosque site after Israel took control of East Jerusalem in 1967. But what is the conflict?

Al-Aqsa mosque - Why is it a flashpoint in Israel-Palestine conflict

Known for his immensely popular series 'Mad Men', Jon Hamm has created a niche fan base for himself. The actor recently spoke to WION about his new film 'Top Gun: Maverick' co-starring Tom Cruise. Cruise reprises his role as Pete 'Maverick' Micthell from the 1986 classic 'Top Gun' in the 2022 sequel. Hamm plays Vice Admiral Cyclone in the film who is a nemesis to Cruise's character. During the interview, Hamm also spoke about his association with India, how he got to see how Bollywood films are made and how he would love to collaborate in India in the near future.

Exclusive: Jon Hamm on working with Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick

The killing of 19 children and two teachers has revived a push for new gun safety laws in the US. The country has more firearms than people. It also has more permissive gun laws than many other high-income countries. In 2022, over 200 mass shootings have been reported in the US. Yet there's hardly any action. But how are other countries dealing with the issue?

As US grapples with gun terror, this is how NZ, Canada, Australia changed laws after mass shootings

Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage. India is the world's second largest wheat producer, with a 14% share. However, because most of it is consumed locally, India's portion of exports is only 0.5%.

Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export?

Exclusive: Jon Hamm on working with Tom Cruise in 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Jon Hamm on working with Tom Cruise in 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Researchers from Japan have developed a robotic ‘sixth finger’. Finger has been created by researchers studying how brains react to new body part.

Scientists in Japan develop robotic 'sixth finger' for human augmentation

Professional clowns cheered up Lima’s streets to celebrate the Peruvian Clown Day. Why do Peruvians celebrate clown day?

Clowns parade through Lima's streets for Peruvian Clown Day

The famous London Eye takes the form of a classic pub. London Eye offers this opportunity to celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

London Eye transforms into 1950s club to celebrate Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

In an exclusive chat with WION, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and actors Greg Davis, Danny Ramirez and Jay Ellis share the experience of filming inside the actual cockpit of a fighter jet for 'Top Gun: Maverick.' The actors of the film had to undergo three months of training before the filming started. The team also shared their experience of working with Tom Cruise, who also serves as a co-producer of the film along with Bruckheimer. Cruise reprises his role as Pete 'Maverick' Mitchel from the 1986 film 'Top Gun'.

Exclusive: Team 'Top Gun: Maverick' shares experience of filming on actual fighter jets

A Russian soldier was recently given a life sentence after he pleaded guilty during the first war crimes trial in Ukraine after the onset of the Russian invasion. But what is a war crime and can Russia be persecuted after Ukraine's invasion?

What's a war crime? Can Russia be persecuted after Ukraine invasion?

Draughts, cyclones, floods, and bushfires, have all been recorded in Australia in recent years. Nearly 500 people & billions of animals have died due to climate-related events. New Zealanders are leaving the country now that borders have been opened. New Zealand reported a net loss of migrants for the second straight year. What is pushing people out of these countries?

Why is it becoming difficult to live in Australia & New Zealand?

Data reveals that 2 in 3 Indians clean their homes consistently. This is the most frequent among countries surveyed from Southeast Asia. The online survey was taken by 32,282 people across 33 countries… among them 1,019 were Indians. Findings also suggest there are lesser "reactive" cleaners in India as compared to the rest of the world.

Cleanliness is next to godliness: India leads by example

RM Sotheby's on Thursday (May 19) announced that an extremely rare Mercedes-Benz car was sold for a whopping $143 million earlier this month during an auction. It has now become the world's most expensive car ever sold. The 1955 Mercedes-Benz is one of two Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupes ever made.

Rare Mercedes fetches $143 million, becomes most valuable car in the world

Hollywood actor Tom Cruise’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ was screened at the Cannes Film Festival this year. The actor was seen posing for the cameras and spent several minutes signing autographs. French Air Force jets zoomed as Cruise arrived at the film festival.

Tom Cruise’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ screens at Cannes Film Festival

Officials have discovered a tunnel linking US & Mexico. It is suspected that the tunnel was used to smuggle drugs. The tunnel runs from Mexico to a warehouse in California. The tunnel reportedly has rail & ventilation systems, electricity & reinforced walls. US authorities said it was unknown how long the tunnel had been operating. The owner of the property said he was unaware of the tunnel’s existence

This secret drug tunnel was used to smuggle drugs

The conundrum over NATO entry continues. US, NATO are ready to welcome Sweden & Finland into the alliance but Turkey is blocking their applications. Analysts say that Turkey is using its position in NATO to extract compensations. There will be political pressure on Turkey if it blocks the applications. Turkey’s veto may be used as leverage against existing NATO members. What does Turkey want?

Turkey, NATO & US: The big chaos over Sweden & Finland alliance bids

Covid-19 has killed nearly 6 million people worldwide. But air pollution is killing nearly 9 million people in a year, as per a report in The Lancet. Africa is the worst hit country while India top the list of most deaths due to pollution.

This is killing more people than coronavirus

In the United States, the baby formula shortage crisis has emerged due to the storm of supply chain issues and a massive recall. But the question here is, should mothers use a homemade baby formula to feed their babies? Is it safe?

Why mothers shouldn't make DIY baby formula

In a candid chat with WION, veteran star Neena Gupta opened about the upcoming second season of 'Panchayat', the film that changed her life and career and her plans to direct in future.

Exclusive! Neena Gupta on 'Panchayat Season 2', her favourite film and boom of OTT

Millions have fled Ukraine after Russian troops entered the Ukrainian territory on February 24. Cities have been destroyed and the effect can be seen on the environment too. Aerial bombings and missile attacks in Ukraine have led to a tremendous effect on the environment. Now several organisations are collecting data on environmental crimes committed after Russia’s invasion. Can Russia be held accountable for environmental crimes too?

Russia-Ukraine conflict: How environmental crimes have affected Kyiv?

Alphabet Inc is a conglomerate of companies, the largest of which is Google. Web surfing and searching, cloud computing, streaming entertainment, mobile operating systems and apps, are among the company's software and Internet-related services and solutions. But how does Google make money?

Google's (Alphabet) business model: How it makes money

North Korea’s tally of ‘fever-stricken’ stood at 1,483,060 with 56 deaths by Monday. North Korea reported 269,510 new cases of fever on Monday. With rising cases & collapsing healthcare system, can North Korea tackle the Coronavirus wave?

Can North Korea battle ‘deadly’ coronavirus wave?

Sweden & Finland will soon apply for NATO membership. There were apprehensions about Turkey not supporting their NATO bid. Now Turkey has laid down demands for NATO membership of two Nordic countries. “They need to stop supporting terrorist organisations. The defence industry restriction or the prohibitions on export permits imposed to an ally such as Turkey should definitely be lifted,” Turkish Foreign Minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu said. Meanwhile, US & NATO are confident that Turkey will not impede membership.

Why did Turkey set demands on Finland & Sweden joining NATO?

The nationwide curfew in Sri Lanka was lifted on Sunday as people gathered to celebrate the Buddhist festival. Sri Lankans were seen celebrating Vesak, a Buddhist festival amid the ongoing economic and political crisis in the country. People hoped that the festival will unite Sri Lankans.

Sri Lanka lifted nationwide curfew to celebrate this festival

Russian troops entered Ukraine on February 24 and nearly 6 million Ukrainians have left the country since. Some returned while a lot of them were affected by the war. People have different ways of remembering things and Ukrainians may have found a new way to show their patriotism!

Kyiv, Azov Steel, Trident – How Ukrainians want to remember it all

Coronavirus is spreading in North Korea and it's spreading fast! Tens of thousands are experiencing fever-like symptoms in North Korea.

Coronavirus spread in North Korea: Kim Jong Un calls it ‘great turmoil’ | Key details

A number of players were picked for huge amount of money in the IPL 2022 mega auction but not all of them have lived up to the expectations. A look at the top 5 cricketers who have disappointed in the ongoing season despite earning a massive payday.

Top 5 big-money flops of IPL 2022

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