After long-drawn debates between candidates , Colombians are ready to choose their new president and will go to the polls later today. Citizens will choose between Petro and Gutierrez.

Petro VS Gutierrez | First phase of Colombian Presidential Elections to begin soon

At least about 35 people have died amidst heavy rainfall in northeastern brazil. Over the last two days as downpours have lashed out all major cities on on the side of the Atlantic coast, this is the nation's fourth major flooding event in the last five months.

35 dead due to heavy rains in Brazil, over 730 people displaced due to floods

The collateral damage of the Ukraine war has been huge with the conflict now crossing the four-month mark. The ramifications of the war is hard to ignore, it's not just Ukraine or Russia, the effects of the war have spilled beyond the borders thus making it now a global crisis.

Ukraine invasion: Russia blames West for food crisis

Jerusalem is on high alert ahead of the Israeli flag march that is set to take place later today, the march sparked warnings of a new escalation from Palestinians in the region.

Jerusalem on high alert ahead of Israeli ‘flag march’

Over the course of the last several years, China has been highly criticized for its treatment of the Uighur minority Muslims. The United Nations has described the treatment of Uighur minority Muslims inside the camps as clear case of genocide.

Uighur Muslim Crisis: 'Major issues go unattended,' US concerned over UNHRC chief's Xinjiang visit

MBS has been ruling Saudi Arabia as its de-facto leader for years now. But the crown prince could now be just one step away from ascending the throne. This comes as reports emerge about King Salman's critical condition. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post: : Succession looming in Saudi Arabia? Crown prince MBS lies in wait?

In Nepal, a flight carrying about 19 passengers that was en route to Jomson has reportedly lost contact and has gone off the radar. The flight was carrying four Indian nationals and three Japanese nationals.

Nepal flight carrying 22 passengers, including 4 Indians, 3 Japanese loses contact with authorities

The United States of America where there seems to be virtually no end to the gun violence In the country. In the latest, three people have been shot and wounded at a suburb in the west of Chicago.

Shooting horror returns to Chicago, unidentified shooter wounds 3

Indian PM Narendra Modi addresses 89th edition of 'Mann ki Baat'. The number of unicorns in India has reached the 100-mark, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi states that even during the Covid pandemic, India's startups continued to create wealth and value.

89th edition of Mann Ki Baat: PM Narendra Modi lauds India's unicorn club

China is on a mission to increase its dominance. The Asian nation's bid to expand its orbit is troubling the west. China's foreign minister Wang Yi who is leading the country's agenda in South Pacific has managed to sign bilateral agreements with yet another island out of the ten islands.

China: Beijing eyes 10 Pacific islands, announces 5-year deal

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Zelensky hints at talks with Putin.

Zelensky hints at talks with Putin as Russian troops inch closer to Severodonetsk

Taiwan has showcased its military might. The US made Stander missiles were launched from war ships by Taiwan in a show of strength.

Taiwan showcases military might: US made missile part of Taiwan drills

Beijing is all set to expand in South Pacific region but China's expansion plan is troubling West and that has now led to an Australia vs China fight in Oceania. Australia has now warned Pacific nations against Beijing deals.

South Pacific: Australia warns Pacific nations against Beijing deals

Israel's national security adviser Eyal Hulata will be going to Washington next week. He will be meeting his White House counterpart Jake Sullivan. Talks are expected to focus on Israel's ties with Saudi Arabia.

Israeli NSA to visit the US next week, Biden's Israel trip may be discussed

Clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinians on the West Bank have erupted again. At the latest, a Palestinian teen was shot dead.

Israeli forces, Palestinians clash in West Bank: Palestinian teen shot dead

Cambodia is celebrating world turtle day by releasing Hundreds of endangered turtles into the Mekong. Watch this report to know more.

Cambodia celebrates world turtle day: Hundreds of endangered turtles released into the Mekong

The baby food crisis in the United States is growing with each passing day. According to reports, the situation continues to worsen and more than two-thirds of the states in US have reported a shortage of over 70 percent.

Baby formula shortage worsens in US, Texas worst hit by infant formula crisis

A five-member delegation from Pakistan approved by PM Shehbaz Sharif will visit New Delhi on Monday. India and Pakistan likely to discuss key projects as part of the Indus Water Treaty.

India, Pak to hold Indus water talks: Pak delegation will arrive in New Delhi on Monday

China is all set to expand in South Pacific region and signed bilateral deal with Samoa. China has announced 5-yr deal for 10 pacific island nations. For more perspective, we're joined by John Erath, Policy Director of the Center for Arms Control and Non-proliferation in Washington.

South Pacific: What are the risks of China's ambitions?

The climax of Hollywood's famous defamation case is about to be reached. The seven-person jury deliberations are underway.

Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard: Seven-person jury deliberations underway

The United Nations has denounced racist and homophobic media coverage of the rare Monkeypox outbreak in the west.

The racist nature of monkeypox coverage: Global media uses stigmatising language

The G7 nations have committed to phasing out coal and using greener alternatives. It has also aimed to expand renewable energy production.

G7 nations reach agreement on phasing out coal

Jordan's Prince Hamzah absence from Twitter raises questions. On The West Asia Post, Ghadi Francis tells you more about the Jordan Royal Drama.

The West Asia Post: Decoding the Jordan Royal Drama

World at War: Ukraine accuses Russia of genocide in Donbas Why the United States will not tighten its gun laws even after the deadly mass shooting in Texas? Why are the French troops leaving Mali? & an indepth look into the Xinjiang Police Files on the oppression of Uighurs in China. Mohammed Saleh decodes the world's biggest conflict zones of the week in World At War

World at War: Ukraine accuses Russia of genocide in Donbas

India is the 'country of honour' at Marche Du Film While this is great news, why are Indian films not winning big at international film festivals? We look for answers on Cannes 2022: The India Story with our experts Meenakshi Shedde & T.P. Aggarwal on WION Wideangle

Cannes 2022: The India story | WION Wideangle

Pakistan is reeling under a severe economic, and political crisis. Pakistan government led by PM Shehbaz Sharif has blamed the previous Imran Khan government for the recently announced fuel price hike.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's first address after the fuel price hike

The monkeypox outbreak is taking the western nations by storm. Now, Argentina reported its Monkeypox case. Meanwhile, Russia has alleged the US role in the outbreak.

Argentina reports first Monkeypox case as Russia alleges US role in the outbreak

Collaborative robots are set to transform food industry, as companies trying to integrate humans with machines. These robots are made by South Korean company Doosan and machines adapted by Spanish firm Fegemu solutions.

WION Fineprint: Collaborative robots set to transform food industry

Remakes, sequels, and reboots...These have been Hollywood staples for decades now. This week, 'Top Gun: Maverick' joins the likes of, 'Ghostbusters', 'Jurassic World', and 'Star Wars', where producers attempt to convert nostalgia into a successful franchise, thereby starting a new chain of blockbusters. In an exclusive conversation with WION, we have the cast of 'Top Gun: Maverick, who share with us the excitement and joy of being a part of the sequel.

WION exclusive conversation with the cast of Top Gun: Maverick

A shootout at a Texas school has shaken the world. Amid widespread call for stricter firearm laws, an official admits to an error by police during the incident. For more details, we're joined by Edward P. Joseph, faculty of Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies in Washington.

Texas school massacre: 'More kids die because of guns than motor crashes'

Yemen is facing one of the World's worst humanitarian crisis. On The West Asia Post, Ghadi Francis tells you more about Yemen war.

The West Asia Post: Is the Yemen war coming to an end?

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