A deadly earthquake in Afghanistan has killed over a thousand people in the country, injuring several others, homes have been crushed hospitals are overwhelmed and rescuers are struggling to reach the remaining survivors.

Afghanistan Earthquake: Taliban govt struggles with relief ops; India & Pak promise assistance

Does sleepless nights keeps you up? Or does anxiety keep you tossing and turning. Well, there is a hotel in Switzerland that's perfect for you. ' Don't sleep, worry instead,' is the mantra of the 'Zero Star' hotel, here's our report!

No walls, No privacy- Will you pay for a sleepless night in this hotel?

China may soon review every single comment before it goes out on social media. Its internet watchdog has released draft rules calling for platforms to monitor comments. Molly Gambhir tells us what this means for freedom of speech in China.

WION Fineprint | China to review every single comment on social media

In a bid to provide some relief to Russian travelers who want to visit other countries, the Russian tourism authority has developed a new tourism route to Siberia where they can experience view of President Vladimir Putin's favorite destination spots.

Russians can now visit Vladimir Putin's holiday spots

There seems to be no end to Jacob Zuma's legal votes. A new judicial inquiry report accuses the former South African President of stopping a probe into the Gupta brothers, it says that Zuma barred South Africa's spy agencies from investigating the Guptas.

Report: Former South African President Jacob Zuma stopped probe into Gupta brothers

In the year 2020 Israel made new Arab friends- the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, Morocco. Normalization was the word on the streets, peace deals were built as game changers and nearly two years later the region is once again talking about normalization this time between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

Saudi-Israel normalisation on cards? | Trade and security on agenda

Thousands of farmers have gathered in the central Netherlands to protest the Dutch government’s plans to rein in emissions of nitrogen oxide and ammonia, our next report gives you the details.

Netherlands: Thousands of Dutch farmers protest government's emission targets

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: Sri Lanka fuel crisis; Fighting intensifies in Luhansk

It is a summer of discontent for Europe so far in 2022. Commuters across Europe are going to face travel disruptions as union workers demand a pay increase.

'Summer of discontent' in Europe: Union workers demand increase in pay

A UN expert has urged more pressure on the Junta government in Myanmar. Junta has shifted Suu Kyi to solitary confinement in the latest intimidation move according to the Human Rights Watch.

Myanmar: UN expert urges more pressure on Junta as it shifts Suu Kyi to solitary confinement

Hearing into January 6 Capitol Riots is underway in the United States. The 5th public hearing is on Former President Donald Trump's attempt to pressurise the Justice department.

January 6 Capitol Riots hearing: 'Trump contacted Justice department every day'

The Arctic is warming at a faster rate than other regions in the world the summer sea ice could disappear entirely as early as 2035. Now a French environmental organization has announced the deployment of a polar station, a drifting laboratory of sorts, its mission will be to collect and share its findings

Tara foundation unveils its Arctic Polar Station

The UK by-elections will decide UK PM Boris Johnson's future as counting is underway in 2 constituencies. Though, Torries are poised to lose crucial polls.

Trouble mounts for UK PM Boris Johnson as Tories are poised to lose crucial by-elections

In a big setback for the UK PM Boris Johnson, Torries lost two seats in crucial by-polls. However, Johnson has vowed not to resign. Watch this report.

UK by-elections: UK PM Boris Johnson vows not to resign as Tories lose crucial by-polls

Public health officials in London have declared a 'national incident' after finding evidence of community transmission of Polio virus for the first time four decades.

Traces of Polio virus found in London sewers

Number of abortions reached to a record high in England and Wales. According to the latest data, experts believe the rise is driven by financial insecurity caused by the covid pandemic.

Pandemic to blame for rise in Abortions in England & Wales?

Two public Capitol riots hearing will take place in July due to new evidence. Jan 6 committee have obtained unseen documentary footage of Donald Trump's family.

Capitol riot hearing extends till July due to new evidence

Beijing is hosting the meeting of BRICS emerging economies. Indian PM Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of the BRICS in virtual format. For more details, watch this report by Siddhant Sibbal.

BRICS Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi says BRICS crucial for post-covid recovery

Texas School Shooting: The district police chief who delayed responding in the Texas school shooting incident has been put on administrative leave. He was in charge of the law enforcement response in Uvalde on May 24.

Texas School Shooting Probe: Officer who delayed response on administrative leave

Ukraine is all set to enter the European Union after members of the EU parliament gave Kyiv the green light for the bloc's candidacy. Ukraine applied to be a member of the EU days after the Russian invasion in late February.

Ukraine a step closer to EU membership amid Russian invasion?

New research shows that affluent people in richer nations need to start eating local to avert a climate crisis.

The Good Life: Forget about avocado and quinoa

Sri Lanka is facing its worst financial crisis, a high-level delegation from India has arrived in Colombo. During its three-hour visit, the Indian delegation will hold talks on additional support from New Delhi.

Sri Lanka economic crisis: Indian officials hold talks on additional aid

The leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa virtually address the BRICS Summit. The gathering of emerging world economies this year is hosted by China. Chinese President Xi Jinping warns against expanding ties. Indian PM Modi focuses on Post-COVID economy.

BRICS Summit 2022: Xi warns against expanding military ties

PM Modi today addressed the 14th BRICS summit, the business forum hosted by China, said structural changes undertaken by the member nations over the last few years have increased the influence of the institution.

'Brics crucial for post-covid recovery,' says Indian PM Narendra Modi at 14th BRICS summit

Pakistan has managed to slowly raise aid for its floundering economy after reviving the bailout program with the International Monetary Fund. The beleaguered south Asian nation has now struck a deal with China as well.

Cash-strapped Pakistan to get $2.3 billion loan from China

The leaders of the BRICS nations are meeting as the Russia-Ukraine war continues to rage. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took center stage at the summit lauding BRIC nation's role in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.

14th BRICS Summit: Russia trying to forge closer ties with Asia

The leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa virtually address the BRICS Summit. The gathering of emerging world economies this year is hosted by China. The major focus is Russia amid the Ukraine. WION's Principal Diplomatic Correspondent Siddhant Sibbal brings you more on this.

The BRICS Summit: Beijing hosts meeting of BRICS emerging economies

UK is witnessing the biggest Rail Strike in 30 years. Its railway network has been crippled for the second time this week. What are the protesters demanding and how is the situation on the ground? Olly Barratt gets you this report with Sally Paterson.

United Kingdom: Half of rail network closed in Scotland, Wales and England

With fuel prices soaring across America and his own popularity waning domestically, US president Joe Biden has pitched a temporary break from paying fuel tax to help Americans cope with the highest inflation.

United States: Biden pitches 3-month suspension of federal tax on fuel

The ousted prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan has labelled a brand new accusation on the ruling Sharif government, this involves the Pakistani army.

Pakistan: Ruling Shehbaz govt feared 'Imran's army chief'?

Pakistan is all set to hold talks with terror group TTP which will be brokered by the Afghan Taliban and Haqqani network and to continue negotiations Pakistan is reportedly sending a 13-member delegation.

Pakistan's negotiations with terror group

wion

Wion, News on Wion, stories on Wion, articles on Wion, Wion stories at Wion, Wion news, Wion latest news