Kenya's old baobab trees being uprooted and prepared for export. This has caused a public outcry. Scientists believe the ancient species plays a role in fighting climate change.

WION Climate Tracker: Kenya's Baobab tree faces new challenge

Philippines Flood death toll climbed to 25 on Wednesday. The floods triggered by shear line in the Philippines. Watch further to know more.

WION Climate Tracker | Philippines Flood: Death toll rises to 25 people

Kuwait witnessed rare rains and hailstorm, bringing smiles on the faces of people and expats in the country. Some parts saw heavy rainfall with the southern part of the country even receiving hailstones.

WION Climate Tracker: Kuwaitis surprised by heavy rainfall, even much rare hailstorm

Iranian judge Abolqasem Salavati has sentenced a 25-year-old a woman to 10 years in prison for taking off her mandatory headscarf. They have also claimed that the women was “encouraging prostitution” by her actions. Watch further to know more.

Iran: Tehran court sentences woman to 10 years of imprisonment for removing hijab

U.S to fund housing for Tibetan refugees in India. U.S. wants to establish a consulate in Lhasa. Watch further to know more.

WION Dispatch: U.S to fund housing for Tibetan refugees

U.S. holds back $33 Million aid to Pakistan. U.S. said that Pakistan must free Dr Shakeel Afridi first. Watch further to know more.

WION Dispatch: U.S. holds back $33 Million aid to Pakistan

As the war in Ukraine marks its grueling 10 months, shelling in Ukraine's Kherson continues to destroy the city. Russia hit Ukraine with a barrage of missiles, leaving much of country in the dark.

Ukraine War: Heavy Russian shelling rains down on Kherson

England is set to become the first country in the world to eliminate hepatitis C. The announcement comes after a successful NHS drive to find and treat people with the virus. Watch further to know more.

England on course to become first country to wipe out Hepatitis C in the World

Singer-composer Amit Trivedi spoke to WION’s Nikita Jain about his favourite songs from 2022, his views about the viral songs being picked up by movies and more. Watch this to know.

Amit Trivedi lists out his favourite songs from 2022

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan received the credentials of Israel's new ambassador on Tuesday afternoon (December 27), marking another turning point in normalising ties between two countries after four-year-long deterioration in relations.

Turkiye welcomes Israel’s ambassador after four years of diplomatic strain

Buffalo began to clean up after a severe blizzard brought the city to a standstill with record snowfalls on Tuesday. Authorities were digging out from under four feet of snow (1.2 meters) dumped during a deadly Christmas blizzard, even as the National Weather Service predicted a final two inches of snow on Tuesday.

US winter storm: Buffalo begins clean up after severe Christmas blizzard

Images show an ice-covered pier in Port Stanley, Ontario, Canada. The unique ice formations were formed by "the blizzard of the century": a powerful winter storm that Canada and the United States over the holiday weekend, killing at least 60 people in the United States and disrupting travel.

Watch: Winter storm leaves behind unique ice sculptures in Canada

Cyclists in Pakistan's smog-smothered Lahore are enduring hazardous pollution levels abused from drivers and social stigma in a campaign to get people to ditch their cars.

WION Climate Tracker | Pakistan: Citizens cycle around Lahore to spread awareness against pollution

At least five countries conducted general or parliamentary elections, some ushering in new faces and changing the course for a fresh political future, while others do not seem to let go of their old guard. Apart from gunning for the top offices, the continent did suffer setbacks as economies took a nosedive because of various factors.

World of Africa: Turbulent politics, volatile economies | Year Ender 2022

From cinema to architecture, music sports, let's shine the light on some of the most significant pieces of news in the world of art and culture of the past year, and the folks who elevated the continent to global identity.

World of Africa: 2022 African trailblazers | Year Ender 2022

After reeling under the rising energy prices, the UK government has finally come up with an advert that urges citizens to take only 30 seconds out of their day to reduce their energy use.

UK: Government launches advert on saving energy

Hospitals in major Chinese cities are overwhelmed with a big spike in covid cases. Even the morgues, funeral homes and crematoriums are over flowing.

China: Hospitals under seige as covid crisis worsens

Ukrainian President Zelensky has said he is counting on India who's now holding the G20 Presidency to push for the implementation for Russia-Ukraine peace formula. Prime Minister Modi and President Zelensky spoke over the phone on Monday.

India-Ukraine Relations: President Zelensky, PM Modi hold fourth phone conversation this year

Skin Cycling is a deliberate and strategic way to alter your skincare routine for the best results and zero side effects. It involves reducing the use of active ingredients like salicylic acid, retinol, and vitamin C in beauty routines. Watch this to know more.

Everything about latest TikTok trend Skin Cycling | WION Shorts

Just in case anyone wants to argue on this - now there's a study that gives the answer.

Who's more empathetic? Women or Men | WION Shorts

Heavy rainfall has triggered emergency evacuation efforts in Jordan's iconic city of Petra. The Petra Development and Tourism Regional Authority evacuated visitors from the heritage site after flooding triggered by rains.

Jordan: Petra development authority undertakes evacuation efforts

The year 2022 has been the year of so many events. Inflation surge, job losses, hybrid work model and then its eventual ending. Year 2022 witnessed its own share of ups and downs, teaching us the ways of life. One of the most remarkable events was the Russia-Ukraine war that started in beginning of the year. It impacted economies and hammered stock markets in 2022. The Boom in crypto market has also come to an end.

2022: A year of retreat and surge | Year Ender 2022

A train derailment in southeastern Serbia has caused an ammonia leak, poisoning 51 people. The accident took place in the city of Pirot on Sunday. Watch further to know more.

Tension flare up at Serbia-Kosovo border, troops deployed in the region

The suspected gunman in France shooting that killed three Kurds in Paris last week, was charged on Monday. On the same day, hundreds of people marched in the French capital to pay tribute to the victims.

France shooting suspect charged with murder

This holiday season, US retail sales are anticipated to grow by 7.4 per cent. Consumers are expected to spend online at even higher rates than last year. Watch further to know more.

World Business Watch: UK inflation reels under two-digit inflation, plunging in boxing day sales

World Business Watch: U.S. retail sales grow by 7.4%, steep discounts lures customer

Chinese citizens in Balochistan's Gwadar port, one of the most significant culmination points for China's Belt and Road Initiative, have been warned by the politically significant 'Haq Do Tehreeq' outfit (Gwadar Rights Movement) to leave by Thursday. Watch further to know more.

Pakistan: Over 20 people arrested in Gwadar over Anti-China protest

A delegation from Ethiopia's federal government visited the war-torn Tigray region on Monday. This move was made to oversee the implementation of last month's peace agreement. Watch further to know more.

Ethiopian Government delegation visits Tigray after the peace agreement

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. Both the leaders discussed about India’s ongoing G-20 Presidency, and asked for support for his “10-point Peace Plan”. Watch further to know more.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds talks with Indian PM Narendra Modi

At least 60 people have died due to the winter storm, which has engulfed most of the US during the Christmas weekend. Buffalo, in New York, was hardest hit on Christmas Day, causing power outages and trapping people inside their cars.

At least 60 killed in U.S. due to devastating winter storm

Jammu and Kashmir is expanding itself in terms of setting up start-ups. The start-ups are focusing to deliver across Jammu and Kashmir and even reaches to the far-off places. Watch further to know more.

Jammu and Kashmir witness an increase in start-ups

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