South Korea stated that it would cut annual government spending for the first time in more than a decade next year, as it strives to cut back on pandemic-era stimulus and help the central bank temper inflationary pressures.

South Korean government announces first cut in 13 years

At least 15 people were shot dead in Baghdad following clashes between rival groups. Iraq declared a nationwide curfew after supporters of Muqtada Al-Sadr stormed the government palace in Baghdad's Green Zone.

Curfew imposed after Sadr supporters enter government palace in Baghdad

Ukraine has announced the launch of a counter-offensive to recapture southern parts of the country and has advanced into the Kherson, Mykolaiv regions; however, Russia claimed to have repulsed the Ukrainian offensive.

Ukraine launches counter-offensive to recapture Kherson, Mykolaiv

In the interview with WION's diplomatic correspondent, Sidhant Sibal, the UNGA President Abdulla Shahid listed out his achievement under the Presidency of hope and how the Russia-Ukraine conflict was a challenge.

Straight Talk: 'I came with a promise of hope,' UNGA President Abdulla Shahid exclusive on WION

Pakistan is finally going to get some respite with an aid to pull up its crumbling economy. The International Monetary Fund has approved an agreement to revive a massive loan program amidst the recent incessant rainfall and devastating floods that have marred the south Asian nation.

Pakistan to get $1.17 billion immediate aid from IMF amid crumbling economy, catastrophic floods

Ahead of the IAEA visit to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, a new set of latest satellite images have appeared which showed the damage from an artillery attack to the roof of a building right next to the nuclear reactors at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

New artillery attack as IAEA heads to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

Politics have heated up in the US ahead of midterm polls. US President Joe Biden is all set to visit Pennsylvania. POTUS will speak on reducing crime rates.

US President Joe Biden to visit Pennsylvania, POTUS will speak on reducing crime rates

The Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has said that he will respect the top court's decision on the Presidential election. Odinga had filed a petition to Supreme Court challenging the outcome of the August 9 election.

Kenya's Odinga still says he won election, but will respect Supreme court ruling

Ahead of reviving the Iran nuclear deal, International Atomic Energy Agency has made some shocking revelations over Iran's nuclear programme. According to an IAEA report, Iran has now begun uranium enrichment with new advanced centrifuge at its underground Natanz nuclear site.

WION Dispatch: Iran inching closer to enriching nukes? IAEA's shocking report amidst nuke deal talks

At least 30 people were shot dead in Baghdad following clashes between rival groups. Now, Sadr supporters have started to vacate the green zone.

WION Dispatch | Iraq civil unrest: Al-Sadr's supporters begin withdrawal after his ultimatum

China's record heat wave might go on for the next couple of weeks. August in China has never looked like this, shrinking rivers, dry riverbeds are showing the impact of drought. The government said that the weather catastrophe has caused direct economic losses of around 400 million dollars and affected 5.5 million people.

WION Climate Tracker | Global ramifications of China's drought; world stares at more food shortage

In Maldives, a scientific mission to study the depth of the Indian ocean is underway. Research is being carried out up to a 1000 meters below the surface.

WION Climate Tracker | New scientific expedition to explore what lies deep in Ocean

An Indian firm has found a unique way to battle pollution. It has come up with innovative Anti-pollution helmets to give bikers a breath of fresh air.

WION Climate Tracker | Indian firm makes world's 1st Anti-pollution helmet for riders' relief

Gabon is hosting this year's Africa Climate week. Leaders from over 60 countries have gathered to call out climate injustice just ahead of the COP Summit.

WION Climate Tracker | African nations calls out 'climate justice' ahead of COP27

In what most would call an end to hour-long waiting lines, Uber Japan has announced plan for online delivery during matches. You can now order snacks while sitting on your seats.

End to hour-long waiting lines: Uber Japan announces plan for online delivery during matches

It's 25 years since Princess Diana died in a car crash in Paris. Now, the first responder recall that night as people visit unofficial Diana memorial in Paris.

Unofficial Diana memorial in Paris: The first responder recalls Princess Diana's car crash

Iraq: Sadr supporters start to vacate green zone after at least 30 killed in Baghdad clashes

Amid the ongoing cost of living crisis in the UK, Chancellor Zahawi to visit the US. The visit is aimed at solving cost of living crisis. Meanwhile, Pubs in UK fear closure over soaring energy costs.

UK Chancellor Zahawi to visit the US: Visit aimed at solving cost of living crisis

E-regulator in Australia has written to big tech owners demanding that they share their strategies for stamping out child abuse material on their platforms or face fines.

Australia: Regulators crack down on Big tech as e-safety commissioner writes to Meta, Apple

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Ukraine launches counter-offensive to retake Kherson region

Pakistan is currently grappling with nature's fury as incessant rainfall and consequent flash floods continue to add to the already existing woes.

Pakistan mulls import from India as incessant rainfall & floods batter the Islamic republic

Is the infamous Will Smith slap incident still haunting Chris rock? Comedian says he will not host Oscars 2023. He compared hosting to returning to a crime scene.

Is Will Smith's slap still haunting Chris rock? Chris says he will not host the Oscars 2023

Iran using advanced centrifuges IR-6 for enriching Uranium: IAEA

In 2021, the Sri Lankan government awarded the contract to supply organic fertilizer to a Chinese based company. However, the Sri Lankan Ministry of Agriculture cancelled that deal after the organic fertilizers failed to pass the quality test and were found highly contaminated with bacteria.

China pushes Sri Lanka to continue with Organic Fertilizer Project

In Hong Kong, a senior judge has ruled that two phones owned by jailed pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai can be searched on national security grounds. He added that the contents of the phone are not protected by journalistic privilege.

Media tycoon Jimmy Lai  to go on trial under National Security law

Taliban reportedly considers its suicide bombers as its pride. According to local media reports, the Taliban's deputy interior minister labeled suicide bombers as the regime's martyrdom brigade.

'Suicide bombers integral part of our forces,' Taliban seeks global community's recognition

In the interview with WION`s diplomatic correspondent, Sidhant Sibal, the UNGA President Abdulla Shahid listed out his achievement under the Presidency of hope and how the Russia-Ukraine conflict was a challenge.

'I came with a promise of hope,' UNGA President Abdulla Shahid exclusive on WION

US Government has filed a lawsuit against an Idaho based data firm after the company was accused of selling geolocation data tied to millions of mobile devices including location information that can reveal visits to abortion clinics, domestic violence facilities and places of worship as well.

US sues firm for selling sensitive location data

As the fierce temperatures continue to mount increasingly becoming a health hazard. An air conditioned gymnasium is providing Abu Dhabi with an indoor workout option for your four-legged friends.

WION Climate Tracker | Dogs 'Beat the Heat' in AC gyms in UAE

Products like lotions, perfumes, makeup, shampoos, generally using such products comes at costs which is an environmental cost. Every year, millions of beauty products end up in the landfills and that is because of the lack of sustainable packaging of these products. So, some Australian beauty brands are now taking it upon themselves to make a change.

WION Climate Tracker | Australia's 'Take back scheme'; make your care routine more eco-friendly

China is in the midst of its worst heat wave on record. Things are starting to look bleak for the country's energy sector. In response to the high demand for electricity, coal power plants are being fired up across the country.

WION Climate Tracker | Record heat wave in China; drought shrinks water levels across the country

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