Africa, one of the most under-reported continents in the media sphere is now evolving fast. Catch all the latest vibrant, untold & intriguing stories on One Africa with Erik Njoka every Tuesday on WION.

One Africa: Rebellion against France | Cold war brewing in Sahel, West Africa?

The UK faces the second day of disruption and delay after the talks between rail network union and railway employees broke down. Over 40,000 rail staff are demanding a 7% pay rise.

Day 2 of UK rail strike: Only 20% of train services running, disruption and delays continue

In United States, inflation is rocking American consumers at levels not experienced in over 40 years. From the weekly groceries to filling up the gas tank, rising prices have hit up Americans.

US inflation hits 40-year-high, Americans worry about price hikes

South Korean won fell below the psychological threshold of 1,300 per US dollar for the first time in 13 years amid global economic recession worries.

South Korean won falls the most for first time in 13 years

Electric vehicle sales could reach 33% globally by 2028 and 54% by 2035, as demand accelerates in most major markets. As per reports, EVs accounted for 8% of global sales last year.

Electric Vehicles could take 33% of global sales by 2028

Brazil's antitrust watchdog will fine Citibank, Societe Generale for exchange rate manipulation. Citibank has committed to pay $13.78 million and Societe will pay $1.07 million in fines.

Brazil's antitrust watchdog fines Citibank, Societe Generale

Volkswagen is set to cut working hours and wages in Brazil's Sao Bernardo do Campo factory as it grapples with a lack of auto parts and electronic components to assemble its vehicles.

Volkswagen to cut working hours, wages in Brazil as auto parts shortage deepens

Pakistan has managed to raise financing for its economy by signing $2.3bn loan facility agreement with China. After this loan deal, Pak's foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto said, we're grateful to Xi Jinping.

Pakistan signs $2.3bn loan facility agreement with China

Sri Lanka continues to reel under unprecedented economic crisis. Amid the turmoil, Indian delegation is going to visit Sri Lanka today and are expected to meet Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Indian delegates to meet Sri Lankan PM & President to assess crisis

NASA's rover Perseverance has photograped what looks like a precariously balanced rock on Mars. Will the new photographs reveal more secrets about the red planet? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Mysterious rocks to reveal secrets of Mars?

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab said, Britain will remain under the jurisdiction of the European Court of Human Rights. This came after the court blocked the govt's move to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda.

UK to stay under the jurisdiction of European human rights court

US President Joe Biden has proposed gas tax holiday to tackle rising fuel prices in the United States. He has pitched 3-month suspension of federal tax on fuel.

US President Joe Biden unveils new plan to tackle rising fuel prices

Beijing is hosting the meeting of BRICS emerging economies. Indian PM Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of the BRICS in virtual format. Meanwhile, XI has warned about 'expanding military alliances'.

BRICS summit 2022: Xi Jinping warns about 'expanding military alliances'

India's imports from China surged 45% in the first quarter of 2022 while China's imports from India increased just 0.6%. Why is trade booming despite Chinese aggression in Ladakh? Palki Sharma tells you why India should decouple from China.

Gravitas: India-China trade booms despite border aggression

Ahead of its annual summer retreat, China's Communist Party has banned Tesla cars from entering the Beidaihe district for 2 months. Beijing had rolled out the red carpet for Tesla in 2019. But it is now considered a national security risk. Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Is China's Communist Party afraid of Tesla cars?

President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia will deploy the nuclear-capable missile Sarmat by the end of 2022. Last week, Putin had said that Russia will use nuclear weapons to defend its sovereignty. How serious is Putin's latest nuclear threat? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin: Russia will use nukes to defend sovereignty

China is battling what's being called the worst floods in decades. Several southern provinces have been inundated, roads and houses have collapsed and crops have been lost. China has not revealed the total number of deaths. Palki Sharma brings you a report

Gravitas: Floods inundate China's southern provinces

After Egypt & Jordan, Saudi Crown Prince MBS has landed in Turkey to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This is his first visit to Turkey since the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. What's the aim of the visit? What's in it for Erdogan? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Saudi Crown Prince meets Erdogan in Turkey

A 5.9 magnitude quake has killed over 1,000 people in Afghanistan. The tremors have reduced scores of homes to rubble. The Taliban has launched relief Ops, but its struggling due to a lack of resources. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan

Starting July, social media influencers will have to pay TDS on freebies. The rule will apply if the freebies are retained by the influencers. The 10% TDS rule will also apply to doctors. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Social media influencers will now need to pay TDS on freebies

Local currencies around the world are losing value against a resurgent dollar. But the Russian Rouble has defied expectations to become the best-performing currency in the world. Palki Sharma tells you how Russia managed this feat.

Gravitas: Russian Rouble surges as Asian currencies slide

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: Texas: Uvalde school to be demolished; Pakistan secures IMF deal

Canada pledged to spend over $30 billion over the next two decades to help detect and track military threats from Russia and China in the Arctic. Eric Njoka tells you how the Arctic is becoming the new battleground.

WION Fineprint | Russia eyes Arctic dominance, Canada & US play catch-up

The head of the international energy agency has warned that Europe needs to prepare immediately for a scenario where Russia just stops the supply of gas to the continent.

IEA chief issues warning: 'Russia may cut off Europe's gas supply'

The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued new guidelines stating that social media influencers and doctors who get freebies for sales promotions will have to pay a 10% TDS.

WION Fineprint | No More Freebies! Influencers and doctors will have to pay 10% TDS

As travellers set off on vacations to avenge being grounded for so long due to the pandemic, they are being greeted by staff shortages, strikes and bottlenecks at airports. Eric Njoka tells you how revenge travel has led to chaos in the aviation and tourism industry.

WION Fineprint | Thinking of travelling to your dream destination? Think again

A political storm has ascended over the Balkan country of Bulgaria, the six-month-old government has collapsed in a no-confidence vote in parliament potentially setting the stage for a refresh round of elections. The center-right Opposition party and former ruling ally have toppled Prime Minister Kiril Petkov's government.

Bulgaria Political Crisis: PM's Govt collapses in no-confidence vote

As the hospitality industry is facing major post-pandemic staff shortages, a bar in Germany has installed a bar tending robot to counter this problem. The 'Bar Bot' helps in cleaning and serving.

Bar tending robot introduced in Munich to tackle labour shortages

Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (MBS) is back to business as usual. He is visiting the neighbors cementing ties, signing new deals with the leaders and enjoying a new title preferred partner all thanks to war oil and allies.

Saudi Crown Prince & Erdogan hold one-to-one talks

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck southeastern Afghanistan. At least, a thousand people have died and more than 600 have been injured. This is one of the worst tragedies Afghanistan has witnessed in recent history. Neighboring countries India and Pakistan have promised assistance.

Afghanistan earthquake kills at least 1000  | India & Pakistan promise assistance

As heatwaves continues to sweep through Europe, water levels of Rome's historic river Tiber have gotten so low that the remains of a bridge built under ancient roman emperor Nero have now become visible

Water levels of Rome's historic river Tiber very low

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