The President of the United States Joe Biden addressed the United Nations General Assembly today. Biden began his speech by condemning Russia's war in Ukraine. He said Vladimir Putin was responsible for this war adding that Putin was intent on wiping Ukraine off the map.

US wants war to end on just terms: Joe Biden addresses 77th session of UNGA

On the West Coast of Tasmania, the Island state of Australia , a strange occurrence have been has been reported. A pod of 230 pilot whales have been found stranded on the beach. Officials are fearing half of them are dead.

WION Climate Tracker | Pod of 230 pilot whales stranded in Tasmania

1980 giant Wipro has sacked 300 workers. The employees have been accused of working for their competitors. The practice is called Moonlighting where employees own payroll of a company but work on other projects which are more often for the competitor.

Wipro: No place for people who work for our rivals, workers sacked for moonlighting

Germany is all set to nationalize the energy company Uniper in a bit to try and keep the company running and the energy crunch that the country is facing.

Germany to buy stake held by Finnish firm Fortum, fresh deal comprises infusion of $8 billion cash

This week on World Of Africa with Eric Njoka: The focus is on the unending plague of Vaccine Inequity in the continent with the advent of Monkeypox and previously Covid19.

World of Africa: Unending plague of Vaccine Inequity

The Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's office has defended his actions after he was filmed singing in a hotel in London just two days before the Queen's funeral.

Canada PM accused of lack of respect for the Queen; Trudeau's office defends PM's actions

Emirati firm GAAC has signed a deal with the Taliban to run airports in Kabul, Kandahar and Herat. The company will handle air traffic control and ground services at all three airports. Will international carriers return to Afghanistan? How long will this reboot take?

South Asia Diary: Will International carriers return to Kabul?

US President Biden denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin over the ongoing war in Ukraine at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, stating world leaders that the very basis of the organization's charter is under assault. This is the first in-person UNGA meeting since the Covid-19 pandemic began and also the world leaders are meeting for the first time ever since the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukraine war raged by just one man: Joe Biden addresses 77th session of UNGA

Greece is taking major steps to curb energy consumption. The country's Prime Minister says that consumers who reduce their consumption over the winter months will be rewarded with larger bill subsidies.

Consumers with low energy consumption to get high rebate in Greece

At Monika's Doggie Rescue, a pack of dogs run around and play in an enclosure after they were rescued from an animal hoarder who was unable to care for them.

Animal shelters & dog owners struggle in Sydney as inflation bites

Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari refused to ratify the Citizenship Bill, which was passed twice by both the Houses of Parliament, within the mandatory deadline that expired on Tuesday midnight.

WION Dispatch| Nepal's president Bidya Devi Bhandari refuses to ratify citizenship bill

The United Nation decried Mahsa Amini's death in custody after she was arrested by Iran's morality police and the violent crackdown on protests over her death, demanding an independent investigation.

Iran anti-hijab protests: At least 7 killed as unrest escalates; UN condemns Iran over Amini's death

US President Joe Biden will address the 77th session of the UN General Assembly shortly. This is the first in-person UNGA meeting since the Covid-19 pandemic began and also the world leaders are meeting for the first time ever since the Russia-Ukraine war.

77th UN General Assembly: All eyes on Joe Biden's speech after Vladimir Putin's fresh threat

A man set himself on fire near the Japanese prime minister's office in Tokyo to protest against the state funeral of Japan's longest-serving prime minister Shinzo Abe.

Japan: Man attempts self-immolation near PM office over Abe's state funeral

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has yet again raked up the Kashmir issue at the ongoing 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.

'India and Pakistan have not established peace,' Turkish Prez Erdogan rakes up Kashmir issue at UNGA

Iran is witnessing protests following the death of Mahsa Amini, who had been detained by the nation's "morality police" for not donning a headscarf. The nation's rigorous dress code is enforced by its morality police.

Why are women in Iran protesting against Hijab?

Hours from now US President Joe Biden is set to address the 77th session of the UNGA. This is the first in-person UNGA meeting since the Covid-19 pandemic began and also the world leaders are meeting for the first time ever since the Russia-Ukraine war.

WION Dispatch | US President Joe Biden to focus on Russia-Ukraine war in his 77th UNGA speech

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

Gravitas Global Headlines: Myanmar army helicopter attack; Uganda declares Ebola outbreak

'Eat Breakfast like a king, Lunch like a prince & Dinner like a pauper.' A new study has sent this saying up for a toss. It says a heavy breakfast isn't necessarily good for your diet, neither does it guarantee weight loss. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Study says 'heavy breakfast' not necessarily good for diet

Secret delegations from Pakistan and Indonesia are reportedly visiting Israel. Are the two Muslim nations planning to recognize Israel? What would a normalisation mean for both sides? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Pakistani delegation makes 'secret' trip to Israel

Queen Elizabeth's funeral was supposed to be a solemn occasion but it didn't grip everybody in reverential silence. Some netizens couldn't stop themselves from injecting humour into the ceremony. Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Queen Elizabeth's funeral sparks meme-fest online

Donbas separatist leader proposes referendum on joining Russia. Moscow-installed leader of Kherson too has asked Kremlin permission for a referendum on making the region a part of Russia. Will the votes be game-changing? Listen in to Molly Gambhir.

Gravitas: Donbas plans to hold referendum on joining Russia

At least five people were killed after security forces fired upon anti-hijab protesters in northern Kurdistan. In India, the supreme court is examining whether the hijab is permissible with school uniforms. Molly Gambhir tells you whether the hijab is a choice or a tool of oppression.

Gravitas: 5 killed in Iran's anti-hijab protests

The 77th United Nations General Assembly is underway in New York. Goes without saying, Ukraine will dominate the gathering. But at what cost? Listen in to Molly Gambhir.

Gravitas: Priorities at the 77th UNGA

A deadly crash has unleashed a fresh wave of anger against China's "Zero Covid' policy. The incident is shining light on the growing lapses of the Communist Party. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: This draconian policy could be taking lives in China

Officials in Hong Kong are considering proposals that will lift pandemic restrictions on travelers. The city is gearing up to host several international events later this year. But can Hong Kong reclaim its lost glory? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Can Hong Kong reclaim its lost glory?

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei spoke at an event for the second time in less than a week. This comes two weeks after the reports of Khamenei's deteriorating health.

WION Dispatch | Iran’s supremo Khamenei gives second televised speech after reports of ill health

Floods in Nigeria have killed at least 300 people this year and the situation could worsen due to heavy rainfall and the effects of excess water from a dam in Cameroon that will affect 14 Nigerian states, the disaster management agency said.

Drone captures the extent of Nigeria's deadly floods

Russian President Vladimir Putin has mobilised more troops after Ukraine's counter-offensive. While Russia has called up 300,000 reservists, Germany called this another terrible and wrong step by Russia.

Putin mobilises more troops for Ukraine after Ukraine's counter-offensive

Thailand has reported a bomb explosion that killed at least one policeman in the southern town of Pattani. A police motorcycle and a patrol truck were traveling together when a roadside bomb exploded.

Thailand: Roadside bomb kills policeman; four other officers suffer injuries

A chance discovery has unearth an archaeological treasure in Israel from a burial cave that was undisturbed for thousand of years, here we bring you this report!

Digger unearths archaeological treasure from a burial cave in Israel

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