This year's gathering of leaders at the U.N. General Assembly is taking place in the shadow of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral and as the war in Ukraine heads into a possibly decisive period. VOA United Nations correspondent Margaret Besheer has more.

WION-VOA Co-Production: UNGA 77 high-level week begins

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that now was "not a time for war" on the sidelines of the SCO summit. Molly Gambhir talks to Sidhant and Anas Mallick about the key takeaways.

WION Fineprint | Indian PM Modi tells Putin now is 'not a time for war'

A US judge has appointed a third party independent arbitrator to sift through thousands of documents seized at former president Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago residence.

Mar-A-Lago probe: Raymond Dearie appointed as the special master to vet Trump files

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says new solutions are needed to thwart America's sanctions against the west Asian country. While speaking at the ongoing SCO summit, Raisi called for an expansion of free trade among the SCO's member countries.

Iran: New solutions required to thwart 'draconian' US sanctions

The precise carbon pawprint of our pets is the source of scientific debate but one thing is becoming increasingly clear: lovable, they may be, cats and dogs have an impact on the planet. So what can you do to reduce their carbon pawprint? Molly Gambhir tells you.

WION Fineprint | Is your adorable puppy as bad for the planet as a gas-guzzling SUV?

Queen Elizabeth’s death has sparked nostalgia for the ‘golden era’ in Hong Kong. Thousands are mourning the Queen while sending a message of defiance to China. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint | In Hong Kong, mourning the Queen is about defying China

In a 2022 interview, Britney Spears said that she and William had a "cyber relationship" and the pair communicated via email during their teenage years. Molly Gambhir tells you how Britney Spears could have been the future queen of England!

WION Fineprint | Prince William ‘cyber-dated’ Britney Spears before he met Kate Middleton

Footage shared on social media platforms shows massive flames engulfed a 42-storey building, belonging to the country's largest telecoms operator; no casualties have reported as of now.

Video: Major fire engulfs skyscraper in Changsha, central China

In today's special segment of World in Pictures have a look at some impactful images from Britain as Cardiff holds a Service of Prayer & Reflection for the life of Queen Elizabeth II.

World in Pictures: A Service of Prayer & Reflection for the life of Queen Elizabeth II

India is the world's largest democracy, the world's fifth largest economy and it represents 1/5th of the world's population, then why can't it have an independent foreign policy? Priyanka Sharma decodes it for you.

Gravitas | SCO summit in Uzbekistan: Will India emerge as the voice of reason?

Australia has refused China's request for help with its application for CPTPP. Beijing wants to join this free-trade pact of 11 nations. Australia won't let it. Why? Priyanka Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Australia snubs China's request to join free-trade pact

French foreign minister Catherine Colonna arrives in India with one message from Emmanuel Macron to offer a no limits partnership to India. Priyanka Sharma brings you all the key takeaways.

Gravitas: Macron offers 'no-limit' partnership to India

Tennis legend Roger Federer will retire from the sport after playing next week's Laver Cup in London. Federer says his body had been challenged by injuries and surgeries in the last three years. Priyanka Sharma reflects on Federer's stellar legacy.

Gravitas: Roger Federer announces retirement

A new report by a think tank claims that British Muslims have had their citizenship reduced to "second-class" status. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Are British Muslims 'second class citizens'?

British regulators paused Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision-Blizzard over allegations of anti-competitive practices. Gaming giant Sony is sparring with Microsoft over Activision's cult game - Call of Duty. Priyanka Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: UK watchdog pauses Microsoft's acquisition of Activision

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom signaled that the pandemic could be nearing its end, but warned countries to not ease up at the final hurdle. As the world prepares to put Covid-19 behind it, could long Covid emerge as the new health crisis? Priyanka Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: WHO chief says coronavirus pandemic's end in sight

Hungary wants pregnant women to hear 'foetal heartbeat' before an abortion. The govt says this measure is aimed at dissuading women from getting an abortion. Activists say, it's meant to 'humiliate women'. Priyanka Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Hungary wants pregnant women to hear 'foetal heartbeat' before abortion

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: US approves Taiwan policy act; Apple increases in-app purchase prices

As a part of an effort to bring about more awareness about the Holocaust, museums will now be required to identify and disclose artworks and pieces stolen from the Jews during World War II.

United States: Nazi loot to be disclosed in New York museum

It is day 2 of the SCO Summit and the world leaders have arrived at Samarkand, Uzbekistan for the meet. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan just a few moments ago. This is their meeting on the sidelines of the SCO Summit.

SCO Summit 2022: Modi Putin to talk on strategic ability

A flurry of diplomatic activity between Turkiye and Syria encouraged by Russia might ease the tensions between two sides. Sources claim that Russia is encouraging a thaw between Turkiye and Syria.

Russia encouraging a Turkiye-Syria thaw? An attempt to ease tensions?

The 22nd SCO meeting is currently underway in Samarkand in Uzbekistan. As global leaders meet on the day two of the high stakes summit, Iran is set to become a permanent member of the eight-member regional body.

Uzbekistan: Iran to become a permanent member of the SCO

Indian PM Narendra Modi is in Samarkand for the SCO summit. During his speech, the Indian PM emphasized on how the country supports mutual trust among SCO leaders.

'Need transit rights for better connectivity,' Indian PM Modi addresses SCO summit

In a media briefing, Pakistan has raised the issue of presence of UN-designated terrorist in Afghanistan with Taliban government.

Pakistan raises issue of Masood Azhar's presence in Afghanistan with Taliban

SCO Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi meets Turkish President

Nepal's most important festival season has kicked off in grand fashion after two years of Covid hiatus. The Indra Jatra is celebrated by Nepal's Hindus and Buddhists with chariot processions around Kathmandu. What is the legend behind this festival?

South Asia Diary | Nepal's Indra Jatra festival back after Covid-19 break

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has wrapped up a four-day visit to India. Dhaka and Delhi announced 5 projects and signed 7 agreements during the trip. What is the political implication of this visit? What are Dhaka's key demands from India?

South Asia Diary | Sheikh Hasina's India visit: 7 agreements signed, 5 projects announced

Sri Lanka's economic crisis has upended the lives of the country's fishermen. The lack of kerosene is forcing them to limit their time at sea. Without immediate government assistance, the 1 million strong industry could collapse.

South Asia Diary | Sri Lanka fuel shortage: 'No Kerosene, no food,' says fishermen

Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi who is in Samarkand addressed the SCO leaders on Day 2 of the summit. During his speech PM Modi emphasized on how the country supports the mutual trust among SCO leaders. He also raised the issue of transit rights between member states.

22nd SCO Summit: Indian PM pushes for transit rights

It is day 2 of the SCO Summit and the world leaders have arrived at Samarkand, Uzbekistan for the meet. The leaders of the organisation are all set to discuss regional security challenges and energy supplies.

SCO Summit 2022 | Xi: Will support India for Presidency next year

Area C is the area in West Bank which is also known as Judea and Samara that houses all Israeli settlements. These are considered illegal under international law and the land on which they sit is considered occupied.

West Bank: Palestinians and Israelis fight over disputed land

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