Both China and Russia have long sought to position the SCO as an alternative to the western multilateral groups, they could possibly be closer to this aim now than ever before. Russia has time and again called the geopolitics of the America-led western alliances as predatory.

Kremlin: SCO Summit will showcase an alternative to western world

A day after fighting broke out between Armenia and Azerbaijan forces, the two sides agreed to a ceasefire to halt the flare-up in hostilities. According to reports, clashes continued despite the ceasefire.

Armenia-Azerbaijan border clash: Fragile ceasefire as clashes continue

Japan is facing a new demographic challenge. The youth there do not want to get married, the finding was published after a new poll was conducted in the age group of 18 to 34.

More Japanese youth want to remain single

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed victory in an unannounced visit to the recently liberated city of Izium, located in northeastern region of Kharkiv. It was liberated this weekend from the Russian occupation.

Ukraine claims sweeping success in Kharkiv

Big tech companies including Twitter, Google and Meta are now under fire for various reasons. Twitter is slammed by its former security Chief Peiter Zatko who testified that Twitter misled users. Google and Meta are also facing intense scrutiny and pressure from different governments.

Tech Talk: Lawmakers pull up big tech firms over unfair business practices

The United States is considering options for a sanctions package against China to deter it from invading Taiwan, with the European Union coming under diplomatic pressure from Taipei to do the same, according to reports. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint | U.S. considers China sanctions to deter Taiwan action

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be at Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to attend the first in-person summit of the SCO. So what does India hope to achieve at the summit and how is Russia using the grouping as an alternative to the India-led Western alliance? Molly Gambhir speaks to Sidhant Sibal and Anas Mallick.

WION Fineprint | What does India hope to achieve at the SCO Summit?

Even as China bars 1.4 billion citizens from Twitter, its local authorities are splurging on global advertising on the site, helping make the country the platform's fastest-growing overseas ad market and one of its largest non-U.S. revenue sources.

WION Fineprint | Explained: How China became big business for Twitter

US Intelligence officials have declassified a report claiming that Russia spent at least $300 mn to influence the outcome of foreign elections.

US: Russia spent over $300 mn on foreign parties & candidates

The Detroit auto show is returning this week after a two-year gap due to Covid. It starts today and will go on until September 25. Lower attendance is expected at this year's auto show.

Lower attendance expected at 2022 Detroit auto show

Crowds lined up as King Charles III accompanied queen Elizabeth II's coffin. Meanwhile, Prince William and Harry also walked behind the coffin. Queen's coffin to lie in state for four days.

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin to lie in state for four days

Ukraine says it has recaptured 8,000sq km of territory from Russian forces this month. Ukrainian troops have pressed deeper into Russian-occupied territory in a continuing counter offensive. Now Russia has retaliated after setback in northeast Ukraine.

Russia retaliates after setback in northeast Ukraine; US president Biden predicts 'a long haul'

A new study carried out by the Oxford University says that switching from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources can help save the world as much as 12 trillion us dollars by mid-century.

WION Climate Tracker | Debunking myths about green energy; economics of going green

The ocean beds are rich unexplored territory for the metal mining sector. Now as investors and companies move towards 'exploiting the mineral resources', climate activists have raised an alarm. They say that deep sea bed mining can irreversibly impact the marine ecosystem.

WION Climate Tracker | Activists raise alarm, say mining is deadly for marine life

According to the 'United in Science' report despite intensifying climate related warnings, governments and businesses have not been changing their strategy to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.

WION Climate Tracker | Reports: Govts & businesses failing to cut down on their emissions

European countries are looking at alternative means of energy supply as global gas and oil prices continue to soar. With the winter nearing, France is looking at reopening coak-fired power stations.

WION Climate Tracker | France considers to reopen its coal-fired power station

Cockatoos have entered into a garbage war with humans in Sydney. These trash raiding Cockatoos are going against humans to feed on rubbish.

WION Climate Tracker | Cockatoos in 'arms race' with Australians over rubbish bins

The Taliban government claims that they had killed 40 rebel force members, including four commanders, in the northern Afghan province of Panjshir.

Afghanistan: 40 resistance members killed in northern Panjshir, claims Taliban

Ukrainian troops have recaptured dozens of towns. In western Ukraine, residents have been welcoming liberating forces and recounting what it was like under Russian occupation.

Russia-Ukraine war: Residents of Balakliia recount the horror; people carved prayers on the walls

Ukraine said that it has recaptured 8,000 sq km of area in Kharkiv. As per authorities, Ukrainian forces have managed to reclaim many cities and towns in the northeast of the country.

203 days of a raging war: Ukraine mounts its counter-offensive

King Charles and family members have received the late Queen's coffin which is at Buckingham Palace. Large queues are forming along the banks of the River Thames to see the queen lying-in-state.

King Charles & Sons to follow queen's coffin; large queues along the river Thames

The UK's inflation rate has eased slightly because of lower fuel prices in August. Prices for vehicle fuels dropped by 6.8%. However, prices generally are still continuing to rise at their nearly fastest rate in four decades.

UK consumer price inflation slows to 9.9% as fuel prices decline

A video has emerged from northern Ireland's Hillsborough Castle in which Britain's King Charles III was seen losing his cool over a leaking pen. The viral video has gained over millions of views.

WION Dispatch | King Charles III frustrated by a leaky pen during signing ceremony

Why are Indian tech giants against moonlighting? What does the Indian law say? and what is it that worry employers the most about moonlighting? Listen in to Molly Gambhir

Gravitas: Dual employment debate: Infosys warns employees against moonlighting

India criticised Sri Lanka over the 'lack of measurable progress' in the reconciliation of Lankan Tamils. Is India leveraging the issue after Colombo's decision to permit a Chinese research voyage last month? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: India calls out Sri Lanka over Tamil reconciliation

India will take over the Presidency of the SCO this year. New Delhi is in a position to dictate the agenda of the SCO. Which issues will India focus on? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: At this year's SCO Summit, A unique opportunity for India

Another businessman has died mysteriously in Russia. Reports say - at least 9 Russian executives and oligarchs have died this year. Are these mysterious deaths connected? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Another mystery death in Russia

With King Charles III now at the helm of the British monarchy, many commonwealth realms are moving to remove the monarch as their head of state. Also, is the commonwealth itself losing its relevance? Listen in to Molly Gambhir.

Gravitas: More countries to dump the British king as their head of state?

Imran khan has thrown a new 'political googly'. After calling the Pak Army Chief names, he now wants him to remain in office. Why? For the 'sake of Pakistan'. Molly Gambhir explains

Gravitas: Imran Khan throws a 'political googly'

Cops in the United Kingdom are being criticized for arresting anti-monarchy protesters. Republican groups have now threatened to hold more protests during the coronation of King Charles. Molly Gambhir gets you the details.

Gravitas: British cops crack down on anti-monarchy protesters

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claims his soldiers have retaken 6,000 square kilometres from Russian control. What is the strategic goal behind this Ukrainian blitz? What is the message to Russia and the West? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Ukraine claims 6,000 sq km retaken from Russia

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