The Conservative leadership contender and former chancellor Rishi Sunak pledge to scrap VAT on energy bills has created quite a stir. Sunak's supporters say he has not backtracked on his promise to scrap the tax on energy bills.

Tory leadership race: Rishi Sunak pledges to scrap VAT on energy bills

Pak SC declare PTI official-backed Chaudhry Parvez Elahi as the CM of Punjab. Imran Khan celebrates while PML(N) fumes. While economy is on the brink of meltdown. PKR loses ground against dollar, & energy & gas prices soar. Hem Saroya brings you Full Context on Pak crises.

The Full Context | Pakistan trapped in political chaos & fragile economy

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is going to speak to Russian foreign minister Lavrov soon. The release of Americans detained is on the agenda.

The U.S. proposes a deal with Russia in a bid to demand the release of detained Americans

The Russia Ukraine war has triggered a global grain crisis. Over 20 million tons of grains stuck in silos in Ukraine's Odessa Port. This might start shipping soon after the recently U.N brokered Grain deal with Russia.

Ukraine to begin grain shipments from Black Sea Port | Odessa blockade to ease soon

Tensions between the two world powers China and the United States continue to worsen. In the latest, America has once again accused China of 'increased provocation' against states that are lawfully operating in the South China sea region clearly calling out Beijing over its increased aggression.

US accuses China of 'increased provocations' in South China sea

The military Junta in Myanmar was first jailing its critics now it is executing them. Last Saturday, at least four political prisoners were hanged to death in Myanmar, the executions have triggered criticism from ASEAN countries to America to United Nations, they're all condemning the junta's actions asking the world to boycott them completely.

Military Junta's executions met with condemnation from ASEAN, US and UN

NASA's James Webb space telescope has provided researchers with invaluable data in the recent past and the images taken by its deep infrared cameras left everyone in awe. However, controversy remains surrounding its name and the reason dates back to a dark period in US history.

James Webb space telescope: Why NASA is being pressured to change its name

Germany will reduce financial incentives to buy electric cars next year after an agreement within the governing coalition, as the vehicles' growing popularity makes government subsidies unnecessary, Germany's economy ministry said on Tuesday.

Germany to reduce electric car subsidies in 2023

Recent survey says India has zero probability of slipping into recession. Unlike other economies, India has largely remained resilient to economic headwinds as compared to Europe and the US but it has its own share of challenges.

India has zero probability of slipping into recession: Survey

Inflation is not only hitting people's daily needs of food and fuel, it is now affecting entertainment service and their providers. In the latest, Amazon will increase subscription prices for its prime services.

Amazon prime video to raise monthly subscription price

There seems to be no end to the political turmoil in Pakistan. With the country's most populous state Punjab becoming the battleground between the coalition government and the key opposition PTI. In the latest, Pakistan SC gives a big blow to the ruling party.

Pakistan SC overturns Punjab DY CM's decision, names Parvez Elahi as Punjab CM

London's Heathrow said that the decision to cap flight numbers after it struggled to cope with a rebound in travel had delivered a marked improvement in punctuality and baggage handling.

Heathrow: Passenger cap has improved operations

US consumer confidence dropped to nearly a 1.5-year low in July amid persistent worries about higher inflation and rising interest rates, which could undercut spending, pointing to slower economic growth at the start of the third quarter.

US consumer confidence nears 1.5-year low

Germany’s flagship carrier Lufthansa says it is cancelling more than 1,000 flights in advance of a walkout by its ground staff scheduled for Wednesday.

Lufthansa's massive flight cancellation due to ground staff walkout

This week on South Asia Diary with Mariam Wardak. Watch the rise of Ranil Wickremesinghe. Meet India's mango man. Afghan teens slog away in coal mines. Nepal's gender push in tourism sector

South Asia Diary: The rise of Ranil Wickremesinghe

Two Indian UN peacekeepers were killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this occurred as anti-UN Protesters tried to invade UN offices in the eastern region of the country. At least, 15 people have died and more than 50 were injured.

3 UN peacemakers in Democratic Republic of Congo killed by mob

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has increased tensions between Russia and United States, this has led to questions about the two countries' space cooperation.

Russia to withdraw from International Space station?

The current economic outlook is worrisome. Two of the world's biggest economies the United States and China are struggling. Millions in America are living on the edge, they are struggling amid historically high inflation.

World Bank warns of recession and stagflation: American and Chinese economies on the edge?

The Nord stream one pipeline from Russia has Europe on the edge once again. In the latest, the Russian energy giant Gazprom said that it will further reduce gas supplies through the pipeline to Germany to just 20 percent capacity.

Gazprom restricts gas supply to Germany | Putin waging a 'Gas War' against Europe?

The latest TV clash between UK PM hopefuls- Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss came to an abrupt halt after the host of the debate fainted on-air. It is the 2nd TV debate in last 24 hours that halted midway.

UK PM Race | Tory leadership debate cut short after moderator collapses on air

Two Indian UN peacekeepers were killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this occurred as anti-UN Protesters tried to invade UN offices in the eastern region of the country. At least, 15 people have died and more than 50 were injured. WION's Principal Correspondent Sidhant Sibal brings you more on this.

DR Congo sees violence against UN forces | At least 15 killed in Eastern DR Congo

Europe continues to battle rising fuel prices and inflation. The UK shop price inflation soar to its highest level in nearly 17 years. Prices went up by 4.4% when compared to July last year due to rising cost of fertilizer, animal feed and transport.

UK: Highest shop price inflation in nearly 17 years

The war in Ukraine has led to energy and food crisis around the world. The crisis has been especially harsh on Europe where gas prices have surged by nearly 30% in two days.

Europe: Gas prices surge by 30% in 2 days; Zelensky accuses Russia of imposing 'price terror'

Former United States President Donald Trump made his first visit to Washington since leaving the White House 18 months ago. With his fiery speech and strong hints of 2024 Presidential election bid, Trump teased his return to the White House.

'They want to damage me, so I can't work' Trump's fiery speech ahead of 2024 election polls

- Indian designer Rahul Mishra tells how Indian fashion is now going global - We take you inside a luxury pet hotel where pooches are having a gala time! - Old school is now cool, our favourite trends are coming back!

The Good Life | Rahul Mishra: Striking gold in Paris | Decoding 'Turkey Teeth' trend

The IMF has slashed its global growth forecasts for 2022-2023 and raised its projections for inflation, warning that the risks to the economic outlook are overwhelmingly tilted to the downside.

IMF: Ukraine war pushing world economy to the brink of recession

Pope Francis making the first visit to Canada by the head of the catholic church in two decades. He has offered an apology to the country's indigenous people. The Pontiff is engaged in what the Vatican calls a pilgrimage of penance over the church's role in the abuse of indigenous children in residential schools.

Pope Francis in Canada: Pope says 'sorry' to school survivors

The battle for golf resumes this week with the breakaway LIV Golf series hosting its third event and its second on American soil. This one comes with backing from former US President Donald Trump. Trump has been accused of being tone deaf by a group representing the families of survivors and victims of the 9/11 attacks in New York.

Battle for Golf: 9/11 Survivors slam Donald Trump as his course hosts LIV Series Event

There is one more alarming consequence of the record-breaking heat wave in Europe. The Alps glaciers are on track for their highest mass losses in at least 60 years of record-keeping.

WION Climate Tracker | Alps Glacier on track for highest mass losses in at least 60 years

The US residents are battling a dual weather crisis wildfires along with heat waves. Firefighters are battling the largest wildfire in California, the oak fire broke out last week and thousands of people have been evacuated since meanwhile another wildfire is raging in Mariposa county.

WION Climate Tracker | Low rainfall, drought & heat wave worsening situation in US

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