President Gotabaya Rajapaksa declared a state of emergency in Sri Lanka for the second time since April. The Lankan government issued a statement justifying the move as President Rajapaksa faced immense criticism for his decision. However, Lankans defy emergency to hold protests in Colombo.

Sri Lanka Political Crisis: Sri Lankans defy emergency, stage protests in Colombo

Cascading effect of Sri Lanka's ongoing economic crisis has led to deepening political instability. Protests continue in the Island nation for weeks now with people coming to the streets to demand resignation of the Rajapaksa regime. PM Mahinda Rajapaksa was heckled by the protesters today during Anuradhapura Visit.

Political turmoil in Sri Lanka: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa heckled during Anuradhapura Visit

Hundreds of people came out on the streets of Peru's capital Lima. Demonstrators protested against the government's proposed bill to redraft the constitution.

Peru protests: Protestors march on streets of Peru's capital Lima against new bill

On May 7, some 30 Hungarian couples competed in the country's third wife-carrying race, with husbands carrying their wives on their backs.

Couples in Hungary compete in wife-carrying race

Northern Ireland is at the cusp of a new beginning. In a historic election, the region just elected a Nationalist leader for the first time. The Sinn Fein party has bagged the maximum number of seats.

Nationalist party wins for the first time in Northern Ireland, 'New Era' begins

As the new severe Hepatitis of unknown origin continues to puzzle the world, at least 8 children have been hospitalized in Argentina under suspected cases and are under observation. According to the Argentinian Government, these eight cases are isolated and no connection is found between any of them.

Hepatitis of unknown origin grips world, 8 cases suspected in Argentina

Hong Kong has got a new Chief Executive. Ex-security Chief John Lee ran a one horse race to succeed Hong Kong's outgoing leader Carrie Lam. Lee is also one of the 11 senior Hong Kong and Beijing officials who has been sanctioned by the US over crackdown on protests in 2019

Hong Kong: Ex-security Chief John Lee succeeds Carrie Lam

Brazil's leftist Former President launched his Presidential candidacy. Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced his bid for the upcoming October elections. President Jair Bolsonaro is trailing in poll points. Many Brazilians are angry at Bolsonaro's handling of the pandemic, rising inflation, high fuel prices

Brazil Elections: Former President Lula launches campaign, talks about employment & recovery

The Fashion spectacle, Met Gala 2022 had everyone talking this week. The biggest fashion event sends social media into a tailspin with who wore what, what message did they want to send to the world with their clothes. Met Gala 2022 saw some really bizarre outfits, watch this segment of the Good Life to know more.

The Good Life | Met Gala 2022:  'The biggest night in fashion'

In Ukraine, all women, children and elderly civilians have been evacuated from the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol. This comes after a week-long effort to rescue hundreds of people who were stuck at the plant.

Russian invasion of Ukraine: Civilians evacuated from Azovstal Steel Plant in Mariupol

Tabata is a 20-minute intense workout that even celebrities prefer it nowadays but is Tabata for everyone and should you be adding it to your workout routine. Watch this segment of the good life to know more.

The Good Life: Enter the world of Tabata, a 20-minute intense workout

In a recent update on the Sri Lanka crisis, an emergency has been declared in Sri Lanka for the second time since April. However, Lankans defy emergency to hold protests in Colombo.

Sri Lanka Economic Crisis: Protestors in Sri Lanka demand President's resignation

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, 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, G7 will hold virtual meet with Zelensky.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: G7 to hold virtual meet with President Zelensky

The Pakistan and the United States are looking to strengthen ties as US invites Pak to global COVID summit. Watch this report.

Blinken calls Pakistan's foreign minister as US invites Pak to global COVID summit

Sri Lanka under emergency again: Lankans defy emergency to hold protests in Colombo

WION has achieved 6 million+ subscribers on Youtube. WION remains No. 1 English news channel on YouTube.

WION family is now 6-million strong on YouTube

Beijing has announced the postponement of the Asian games citing its domestic spike in covid infections. The games were scheduled to be held from September 10th to the 25th in the city of Hangzhou.

2022 edition of Asian games postponed amid a rise in COVID-19 cases in China

Over the last 40 years, abortion has frequently taken center stage in American politics for voters and politicians. In 1982, Joe Biden voted to overturn Roe v Wade ruling and in 1983, he flipped, and voted against overturning bill.

Abortion Debate: What made US President Joe Biden support abortion rights?

Now the Philippines will head to the polls in two days and the Presidential candidates are bringing their best foot forward in the final leg of campaigning. Who will replace Duterte?

The Philippines election 2022: Who will be the next President?

Experts urge caution in online activity in the US as data could be used to enforce anti-abortion laws. The digital footprints can be tracked by authorities.

Experts urge caution in online activity: How data could be used to enforce anti-abortion laws?

An explosion at a historic Havana hotel has claimed lives of 22 people while injuring around 70. Cuban President say that explosion was caused by a gas leak.

Explosion at historic Havana hotel kills 22 and injured around 70

The UK PM Boris Johnson has lost Tory 'Crown Jewels' in local polls. The elections were overshadowed by scandals and partygate controversy.

UK Local Polls: PM Boris Johnson loses Tory 'Crown Jewels'

Reports emerge that claims Iran will execute Swedish national by May 21st. This comes at a time when Iran-Sweden ties are turning bitter. Watch this report.

Reports: Iran to execute Swedish national by May 21st

Israel claims Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologised for his Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks on Hitler. Lavrov had said that Hitler had Jewish blood. Putin has now said sorry on Lavrov's behalf. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Putin says sorry. Here's why

China is replacing all foreign computers in government with ones made in China. Is the world's largest surveillance state scared of foreign surveillance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China to replace all foreign computers in government

Amid growing public anger against Zero Covid, Chinese President Xi Jinping has sent a message. He has warned against any criticism of the policy. This comes, as China has postponed the Asian Games over rising cases. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping attacks zero covid 'doubters'

US states are targeting abortion pills after a leaked Supreme Court draft hinted at the reversal of Roe v Wade. Palki Sharma tells you more about America's relentless assault on women's rights.

Gravitas: America's endless assault on women's rights

Is Mahinda Rajapaksa on his way out? Sources tell WION that at a cabinet meeting today - President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asked his brother to step down. Palki Sharma brings you the updates.

Gravitas: Sources: Mahinda Rajapaksa asked to step down

YouTube Kids is exposing children to drug culture and firearms. Snapchat is being sued for enabling a predator. Palki Sharma tells you how parents can navigate the toxicity of social media.

Gravitas: YouTube exposes children to cocaine & gun clips

Emergency declares in Sri Lanka: Politics of silence and confusion in Sri Lanka

American billionaire Boehly has bought Chelsea football club for $5.2 Billion. Chelsea confirmed that terms were agreed by the Boehly-led consortium to buy the club.

American billionaire Boehly buys Chelsea football club for $5.2 Billion

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