The US Supreme Court leak has once again sparked the choice debate across America. Court's conservative majority voted to outlaw abortion and for more on this, we're joined by Lenka White, a journalist from New York.

United States: Will America overturn abortion rights?

On April 21, Russia declared victory over Mariupol but did not have complete control over the southern Ukrainian city. Ukrainian forces and civilians remained holed up in the sprawling Azovstal steel plant and two weeks on Russian forces continue to fight to capture the last stronghold of Ukrainian resistance in the city.

'Bloody battles' continue inside Azovstal steel plant, at least 200 civilians trapped

Hargududo village in southeastern Ethiopia is facing the worst kind of crisis ever. Not a single drop of rain in the last 18 months is making the people stare at an uncertain future. Dried-up carcasses of goats, cows and donkeys litter the ground near the modest thatched huts in this small village.

Ethiopia: Not a drop of rain in last 18 months for Hargududo village

In a career that spanned nearly four decades, Satyajit Ray directed 36 films. His movies received Worldwide critical acclaim, and are revered till today. He was undoubtedly one of the greatest filmmakers of the 20th century. On the occasion of his 101st birth anniversary, WION got in touch with Padma Bhushan recipient Victor Banerjee, the legendary actor who made his debut in Ray's iconic film 'Shatranj ke khilari'. During the exclusive chat, he shared fond memories of working with Satyajit Ray, whom he fondly calls Manik Da. Take a look.

Exclusive Interview: Victor Banerjee recalls the golden days of Satyajit Ray

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has retained his lead in the Philippines presidential election race as per survey polls. 67 million people in the Philippines will vote on May 9th.

The Philippines Presidential elections: Marcos Jr. retains lead according to opinion polls

A series of tornadoes roared through parts of central Oklahoma and Texas yesterday bringing heavy damage. According to reports, more than 14,000 people were left without power in Oklahoma.

Tornadoes roar across parts of Oklahoma, over 14,000 people left without power

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, the European Commission proposed a ban on Russian oil imports. So far, this is Europe's toughest move to isolate Russia.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: EU Commission proposes a ban on Russian oil imports

Israel marked its annual memorial day in memory of the citizens who have been killed by terror and those who have died serving their country since the establishment of the state of Israel, our correspondent Jodie Cohen sent us this ground report, take a look.

Israel marks annual memorial day, remembers its fallen soldiers

PTI chief Imran Khan has alleged conspiracy against him and his associates. He said, "now that Eid is over, you will see they are fully prepared for my character assassination. They have hired companies that are readying the material."

Pakistan: PTI chief Imran Khan alleges conspiracy against him and associates

Countdown is on for the first significant electoral test for British PM Boris Johnson since the party gate allegations in Gulf Downing Street. Local elections today are the last major polls before the General Elections expected to take place in 2024.

UK Local Elections: Local polls part referendum on Boris Johnson?

US Federal reserve has hiked interest rates by 50 basis points, in a bid to reign in the raging inflation in the country, the hike is the biggest rate hike since 2000 and the Fed chair has promised to use all available tools to check the four decade high inflation rate.

Fed raises interest rates by 50-bps, markets welcome interest rate

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Russian assault on Azovstal steel plant continues, at least 200 trapped

It is a crucial day for Sri Lanka, the island nation reconvened its parliament yesterday and today voting will be held to elect a new deputy speaker.

Sri Lanka: Voting in parliament to elect a deputy speaker

Amid the ongoing political and economical crisis, Ranjith Siyambalapitiya, a Sri Lankan MP, was re-elected as Deputy Speaker of Parliament today.

Ranjith Siyambalapitiya re-elected as Deputy Speaker of Sri Lankan Parliament

Russian mercenaries in Africa have been linked to civilian killings in Mali, raising new fears about the impact of Moscow’s intensifying interventions on the stability and security of countries across the continent.

Experts: Mali hired Wagner group for $10 million a month | Russian mercenaries in Mali

Record-breaking rainfall has pounded Spain's east coast, triggering massive flooding across the Valencia region which is on Spain's eastern Mediterranean coast. It recorded more than 200 millimeters of rainfall in a 24-hour period, this is the highest daily figure.

Record-breaking rainfall in Valencia, yellow alert issued in surrounding areas

The Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, the European Commission proposed a ban on Russian oil imports, so far this is Europe's toughest move to isolate Russia. In the immediate aftermath, oil prices jumped on Wednesday.

Russia Ukraine crisis: Europe aims to phase out Russian crude in six months

Early season wildfires that have been triggered by high winds and low humidity continue to rage across northern New Mexico on Wednesday as firefighters crumbled to douse the flames. In the latest, US President Joe Biden has now approved a disaster declaration for parts of drought-parched New Mexico.

New Mexico: Plane drops water to douse wildfires, Biden approves disaster declaration

The right to abortion in America is on the line a day after draft opinion surfaced online. The US Supreme Court has confirmed the legitimacy of the document, the leaked majority opinion suggested that the top US court is poised to strike down the right to abortion in the United States. Mass rallies have been organized by abortion right advocates across the country.

United States: Protests swell across major cities after Abortion rights draft leak

Russian forces have launched a blistering attack on the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol. Moscow accuses Ukrainian troops are using a pause and fighting to take up their combat positions.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Russia targeting Azovstal steel plant with artillery, planes

Election month is underway in Australia, campaigning is well into its fourth week and the race seems to be very close. The latest decision by Australian Central Bank created on Scott Morrison, it chose an interesting time to raise interest rates for the first time in a decade.

Australian Central Bank raises interest rate, creates pressure on PM Scott Morrison

The right to abortion in America is on the line a day after draft opinion surfaced online. The US Supreme Court has confirmed the legitimacy of the document, the leaked majority opinion suggested that the top US court is poised to strike down the right to abortion in the United States.

Will America overturn Abortion rights?

Russia resumed its assault on the encircled Azovstal steel works in Mariupol, after a ceasefire broke down on Tuesday with some civilians trapped underground. Russian forces are hitting the Azovstal complex with airstrikes and trying to storm it.

Russia steps up attack on Ukraine: Airstrikes target Mariupol steel plant

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's most significant engagement will take place today, it's the second India-Nordic summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with the leaders of Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway together with Denmark.

2nd India-Nordic summit: Indian PM Narendra Modi holds bilateral with Nordic Five

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's most significant engagement will take place today, it's the second India-Nordic summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with the leaders of Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway together.

PM Narendra Modi to attend India-Nordic summit today

Today is going to be a big day in the island nation, the opposition is gearing up for a no-confidence motion which is likely to be tabled when the Sri Lankan parliament convenes today.

Sri Lanka opposition seeks no-confidence vote on Rajapaksa brothers

Australia has a long history of natural disasters, floods, earthquakes, storms, cyclones and landslides. These disasters have been responsible for loss of lives and economic impact as well.

Australia: Climate change causes insurability crisis

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three nation Europe tour wherein he met his Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen and held high-level bilateral talks in capital Copenhagen. The Ukraine war featured prominently in the meetings, PM Mette Frederiksen said that she hoped India will be able to influence Russia and discussions to end the conflict.

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen: India should influence Russia to stop Ukraine war

Amidst reports of the Russian president Vladimir Putin's undergoing cancer treatment, ex-spy chief and a close aid of the Kremlin is expected to take control of the country and the ongoing Ukraine war.

US Report: Putin to undergo cancer surgery

Sudanese entrepreneur Mohammed Samir has found the ultimate solution for people to commute. He started making solar panel installed electric rickshaws that doubled the earnings of the driver and also helped in reducing environmental issues by cutting down air and noise pollution levels

Future of automobile industry: Sudanese Entrepreneur's e-solution to soaring fuel cost

As climate change makes traditional forecasting methods less reliable, a new method of measuring snow has been developed in the United States. Aerial surveys are helping water managers take tough decisions across the Western states of America to calculate how much water is stored in the snow

Snow Mapping in Colorado: Water managers use method to check water stored in snow

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