Ukraine has inched closer to its European Union dream as the blocks ministers have backed its membership bid ahead of crucial summit in Brussels tomorrow. The European Union ministers supported the decision to grant candidate status to the war-torn nation

Ukraine inches closer to EU dream

The Eastern border province of Afghanistan was jolted by an earthquake of magnitude 6.1 with more than 600 injured. Reportedly, the death toll in the Afghanistan earthquake has risen to 950.

Massive 6.1 Quake jolts Afghanistan

In a bid to end a dispute with the UK government, the Taliban released five UK nationals from detention. The British government expressed regret over the episode, offered apologies to the authorities in Kabul.

Taliban releases five UK nationals, aims to resolve discord with UK

Reports from Pakistani media are claiming that Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund have managed to revive the country's bailout programme earlier this month. Pakistan unveiled a 47 billion dollar budget for 2022-23. The budget tightened fiscal consolidation in order to convince the IMF to resume the much needed bailout payments

Reports: Pakistan's IMF bailout programme to be revived

Indigenous protester died in clashes with security forces as violent protests erupted on the streets of Ecuador's capital Quito. The incident took place during the ninth day of demonstrations against the Ecuadorian government.

Ecuador Protest: Violence escalates in Capital Quito against government's economic policies

As per reports, authorities in Pakistan's Punjab province have declared an emergency to tackle rising crimes against women. Punjab government will consult teachers and women right groups.

Pakistan's Punjab declares emergency to tackle rising crimes against women

Former Tesla employees are suing for the mass layoffs by the automobile giant. Mass layoffs require a 60-day notification period. Around 500 employees were terminated at the Nevada factory alone.

Ex-workers sue Tesla for laying off staff without notice

In a bid to strengthen defence and security ties, Australian defence Minister Richard Marles held talks with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh. Marles is in India on a four-day trip.

Australian defence minister Richard Marles in India on a four-day visit

Israel's coalition government is soon going to collapse as Bennett and Lapid strike a deal to dissolve the parliament. Dispersal bill to be tabled shortly and as per reports, elections are likely in October this year.

Israel's foreign minister Yair Lapid to be next prime minister

Last group of Americans get vaccinated against covid-19. Parents of babies and toddlers express a sigh of relief after the first shot of the vaccine was administered to kids.

US vaccinates its youngest, vaccine circulation to improve in the coming days

Actor Ezra Miller has been removed from all DC Extended Universe projects amidst multiple arrests, grooming allegations. He has been accused of violence and intimidation. 'The Flash' actor is now reportedly on the run.

'The Flash' actor Ezra Miller dropped from Future DCEU films

The world's richest man alive Elon Musk who loves all his kids so much, sadly one of his kids doesn't agree so much. One of his 18 year old twins doesn't want to be associated with her father anymore.

Has Elon Musk failed as a father?

Israel's coalition government is soon going to collapse as Bennett and Lapid strike a deal to dissolve the parliament. The coalition will submit a bill to dissolve the parliament.

Knesset to be dissolved: Yair Lapid to take over as caretaker PM

Polish defender Maciej Rybus has been sensationally dropped from his national team and been informed that he will not be part of the World Cup squad as well. Now usually such a harsh decision comes after a major disciplinary issue but Rybus has not committed any crime he's being penalized for continuing to play in the Russian Premier League

Poland drop Maciej Rybus from World Cup squad | Footballer banished for playing in Russia

Britain today kicked off its biggest rail strike in 30 years as almost 40,000 staff members walked out in a dispute over pay and jobs. Trains are halted across England, Wales & Scotland and passengers are advised not to travel if possible

Britain kicks off biggest rail strike in 30 years | Workers demand higher wages

In India, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has picked its Presidential candidate for the upcoming elections scheduled for next month. The former Governor of Jharkhand Draupadi Murmu is BJP's choice for the President's office and if elected, the 64 year old will be the first tribal woman to become the President of India

India's Bharatiya Janata Party names Draupadi Murmu for President's post

If you switch on the television today, log on to social media. Step out to parks, wellness centers or gymnasiums, you'll see someone performing an asan or a yoga posture. Celebrities, politicians, policy makers, global leaders are all practicing Yoga. Today's International Yoga day this year's theme is 'Yoga for humanity'.

The Good Life: Yoga is not a trend but a lifestyle | Celebrating International Yoga Day

News details have emerged on the Texas School shooting incident. US media reports that the police response was delayed and that they did not get clear instructions.

Texas School Shooting: Investigation underway in Uvalde police response

The house of representatives select committee investigating the capital riot of January 6 last year is set to meet for its fourth public hearing, this time, the focus will be on unearthing evidence that Donald Trump was involved in a scheme to submit fake slates of electors in a last-ditch effort to block Joe Biden's 2020 election win.

House January 6 committee hearing will focus on Trump's fake electors plan

At a time when gun violence has become a paralyzing issue for the Biden administration, a Republican Senate candidate from Missouri has uploaded a video calling for political violence.

US: Missouri Senate Eric Greiten's campaign against 'RINO', promotes political violence in video

Under pressure from furious motorists and truck drivers, the White House is searching for ways to save Americans from high fuel prices. President Biden has said that he is considering announcing a tax holiday on which people could save almost 5 cents per liter in fuel costs.

United States: Gasoline tax holiday proposed to curb inflation

The supreme court of Sri Lanka has given its determination on the 21st amendment bill noting the inconsistencies. In the bill, the top says that some clauses require a public referendum and the support of a two-thirds majority to be passed.

Sri Lanka: Will President Rajapaksa's powers will be curbed? | 21st amendment bill

For Iraqis, another unbearable summer has now begun. While the Iraqi port city of Basrah is used to scorching summers, this year it started sooner than expected bringing misery to residents in a city which is also plagued by frequent electricity cuts

Sweltering summer 'roasts' Iraq | Temperatures in Baghdad topped 50°C

Bangladesh is facing its worst flooding in 20 years, at least 69 people have died so far and millions remain stranded. Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina assesses flood aftermath.

Monsoon rains in Bangladesh cause record-breaking floods, millions displaced

Torrential rains continue to batter Southern China, record rainfall has led to severe floods and landslides. Close to half a million people have been displaced. Rescue operations continue in China

Close to half a million people displaced as Rainstorms, floods batter Southern China

Climate change is not only affecting our surroundings but also our body. It is the biggest threat to human health. To know more about some of the impacts of climate change on our body, watch this report.

Effects of climate change lead to food shortage | Air Pollution can cause infertility

The biggest railway strike in 30 years is underway in the UK. Thousands of workers walked off the job this morning bringing the country's rail network to a crawl, they are taking action over pay working conditions and job security.

Trains halted across England, Wales, Scotland; workers demand higher wages

Britain today kicked off its biggest rail strike in 30 years as almost 40,000 staff members walked out in a dispute over pay and jobs. Today's strike is the first of three with two more planned for Thursday and Saturday.

First of three rail strikes underway across UK, people advised not to travel

Nigeria is reeling under growing instance of mass violence. Earlier 40 people were killed in the Ondo church. Now, armed men attack villages and two churches, they also kidnapped 35 villagers.

Nigeria marred with surge in violence, govt fears cooperation of criminal gangs and terrorists

Tens of thousands of people joined a protest outside the Gare Du Nord station in Brussels. Over 70,000 people are thought to have taken part in national demonstrations over the cost of living in Belgium; widespread disruption at brussels airport also halted all outbound flights.

Nationwide strikes in Belgium over cost of living, capital Brussels comes to a halt

After performing badly in the French parliamentary polls, High-level talks were held at Elysee Palace. There are tough days of negotiations ahead for President Macron.

France: Emmanuel Macron under pressure to secure alliance

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