After three days of intense efforts, a forest fire near Machu Picchu has finally been extinguished. Machu Picchu is a UNESCO heritage site.

Peru: Blaze near Machu Picchu extinguished after three days

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. Scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Now, Ukraine says Russia used Phosphorus bombs.

Ukraine reels under Russian pounding amid an intense battle in Eastern Ukraine

Many rare pieces of art are set to go under the hammer at Christie's auction this month. Take a look at this report!

Christie's to auction special recording of 'Blown in the wind'

German authorities have returned to Nigeria the first two of more than 1,100 priceless sculptures known as the Benin Bronzes that were looted by Europeans in the 19th century.

Germany to return trove of looted African artefacts

World at War | Episode 9: Russian forces surround Ukrainian city of Lysychansk Will Russia's war in Ukraine spark a nuclear arms race? Nordic neutrality smashed into oblivion Protests by indigenous communities bring Ecuador to a standstill & 27 African migrants clubbed to death at the Spanish enclave of Melilla Mohammed Saleh gets you an indepth report on the world's biggest warzones of the week in World At War

World at War: Russian forces surround Ukrainian city of Lysychansk

Belgium has brought in new rules to tackle some unique set of challenges arising because of these environment friendly vehicles. Tougher rules have entered into force regarding the use of e-scooters on the streets of Belgium.

Belgium brings E-Scooters' related law to curtail accidents

Travel disruptions continue in Europe with flights being cancelled in France & Germany. Airline workers are protesting over pay and layoffs.

Flights cancelled in France & Germany as travel disruptions in Europe continue

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. Scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Now, Ukraine said Moscow is attacking civilians in Kharkiv.

Russia-Ukraine war: 'Moscow attacking civilians in Kharkiv,' says Ukraine

Canadian rock star Randy Bachman was performing at the Canadian embassy to celebrate Canada day and there he was reunited with his long-lost guitar stolen from him in the year 1976.

Randy Bachman reunites with lost guitar on Canada day

Russia-Ukraine war has divided the world and NATO chief said that full-scale war can be super destructive. Meanwhile, Belarusian president asked Russia to be ready to use nukes. Is world heading to another cold war?

'Russia should be ready to use nukes,' says Belarusian President Lukashenko

At least 23 migrants died last week near the Moroccan border as migrants attempted to scale the border fence. The incident had spark protests in Spain and the Moroccan capital of Rabat.

WION Fineprint | Demonstrators gather outside the parliament in Rabat

Nearly three dozen leaders of Russian weapons firms and at least 14 defence companies have not been sanctioned by the United States, the European Union or the United Kingdom. For more perspective on this, we're joined by Kadira Pethiyagoda, International Affairs Expert.

WION Fineprint | Russian weapon firms escape punishment, no sanctions for weapon giants

A study has now found that soil pollution may be just as bad for your heart as it is for our planet. Researchers in Germany point out that pollutants in soil could be damaging our hearts.

WION Fineprint | Soil pollution causing heart ailments?

World's 500 richest people lost $1.4 trillion in first six months of 2022. As per the reports, this is the steepest six-month drop in wealth for billionaires.

WION Fineprint | Crash in stock markets: Worst half year for billionaires

WION spoke with Indian-origin woman astronaut Sirisha Bandla. Bandla shared on her flight to stardom. She is the third Indian-origin woman space traveller.

WION speaks to Indian-origin woman astronaut Sirisha Bandla

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Nuke tensions have heightened after Belarusian president asked Russia to be ready to use nukes. Is world heading to another cold war?

Fallout of the Russia-Ukraine war: Possible threat of a cold war looming large?

US president Joe Biden isn't the only one visiting Saudi Arabia, he is being followed by a large number of tourists. It is a one trillion dollar push by Riyadh to build a global tourism economy.

Saudi Arabia's tourism push: Riyadh eyes tripling of foreign tourists in 2022

Canadians gathered near parliament hill after two years to celebrate their day of independence. The event witnessed rising tensions as streets started to flood with protesters who demanded a change of government.

Canada: People show discontent against Trudeau government

US, Iran nuclear talks are likely to resume after US President Joe Biden's Middle East trip. Meanwhile, UN has condemned Iran nuclear and ballistic actions.

Iran Nuclear talks to revive after Joe Biden's Middle East trip

US senator Bernie Sanders slammed flight disruptions and also demanded airlines be fined over delays. He said, airlines must refund tickets and pay fines.

'Must penalise airlines over delays,' says US senator Bernie Sanders

After pegging Onecoin as the Bitcoin Killer, Cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova is currently on the US most-wanted list. She had asked more and more people to invest in her venture.

Cryptoqueen Ruja Ignatova on the FBI most-wanted list

A landslide has wreaked havoc in Peru's Huari Province. Over 150 homes have been damaged. However, no deaths have been reported yet.

Landslide hits Peru's Huari Province, no deaths have been reported yet

Eurozone inflation triggered by the ongoing gas crunch has hit a record high of 8.6%. Meanwhile, Moscow has seized control of the Sakhalin gas project.

Energy crisis brews amid Ukraine war: Eurozone inflation hits record 8.6%

After being together for 21 years, Laure and Aline become the first same-sex couple to get married in Switzerland. The marriage took place at Palais Eynard in Geneva.

The first same-sex couple to get married in Switzerland

The Arctic's ice sheets are melting. 8 countries are racing to take control. They're eyeing new sea routes & resources worth trillions. The scramble may be good for business, but it also poses grave risks to humanity. On Gravitas Plus, Palki Sharma deconstructs the consequences.

Gravitas Plus: The deadly quest for Arctic dominance

The Joe Biden administration wants to lead the world in climate action, but can't even bring systemic changes at home. The US Supreme Court has curbed federal power to fight climate change. EPA can no longer regulate carbon emissions. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: US Supreme Court restricts federal power to fight climate change

A deadly parasite has been detected in Australia. It can potentially destroy Australia's honey industry. So, Australian authorities have put bees under a "lockdown". Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: In Australia, Bees are under a lockdown

Global stocks lost $13 trillion in the first half of 2022. It was the worst-ever start to the year for global markets. Combined with rising inflation and falling factory output, does this mean a recession is inevitable? What is India's plan to tackle this crisis? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Global stocks lost $13 trillion in first half of 2022

Reports say the US FDA may clear medical trials for transplant of pig organs. So far, people who've received pig heart or kidney have not survived, why then are experts betting big on pig organs? Palki Sharma brings you the story.

Gravitas: Will U.S. clear medical trials for transplanting organs from pigs to humans?

An Indian cement company imported Russian coal by paying for it in Yuan. Reports say more buyers could turn to the Chinese currency. Palki Sharma tells you why it may not be a good thing.

Gravitas: Indian cement maker buys Russian coal with Yuan

July 1 is celebrated as National Doctors' Day in India. The day marks the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. He was among the pioneers of healthcare in India. Palki Sharma tells you more

Gravitas: India celebrates National Doctors' Day

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