The UK is getting set for local elections next week that will take place across Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and in towns and metropolitan areas of England. Almost 7,000 seats are up for grabs in total.

United Kingdom: Widespread anger against Boris Johnson & Sunak in England

There is a real life fight club in Bangkok that is inspired by Brad Pitt's movie. In the club, there are a variety of occupations and a variety of fighting styles that are different from the styles in the ring. There is no gambling here, this is fighting by instinct.

Thailand: Amateur fighters form a real life fight club in Bangkok

In Afghanistan twin explosions have killed at least nine people and wounded 13 others in Mazar-i-Sharif the capital of Balkh province. The blasts are the latest in a series of deadly bombings to rattle Afghanistan.

Twin explosions in Afghanistan claims 9 lives, wounds 13

Russian attacks continue in Ukraine with its forces now targeting capital Kyiv again. In the latest, Kremlin fired multiple missiles into Kyiv on Thursday, the attacks took place while the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres was visiting Kyiv.

Russian missiles bombard Kyiv during United Nations chief Antonio Guterres visit

The US evacuation from Afghanistan is still fresh in everyone's minds. People hanging from planes, children being passed across fences and thousands scrambling to leave the country- it was a mission that failed miserably but a new Pentagon report has highlighted the catastrophic nature of this failure- nearly seven billion dollars of military equipment have been left behind in Afghanistan.

Report: US left $7 billion of military gear in Afghanistan

At the United Nations, the human rights lawyer Amal Clooney has urged countries to focus on delivering justice for war crimes in Ukraine. She recalled 2017 UNSC vote and requested the assembly to not let any evidence sit in storage as it did for victims of Islamic State In Iraq and Syria.

'Ensure evidence doesn't sit in storage,' Amal Clooney calls for justice in Ukraine

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: Germany defends gas purchase from Russia

South Korea's President-Elect Yoon Suk-Yeol wants his country to join the QUAD. What will South Korea's addition mean for the alliance? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: South Korea wants to join the QUAD

Has China's 'zero-covid' strategy failed? 343 Million people in 46 cities are under lockdown, but the cases are still rising. The restrictions are not only bleeding China's economy, they've also led to rare signs of dissent. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Has China's 'zero-covid' strategy failed?

Elon Musk's bizarre tweets are triggering confusion over what the social media platform will look like under him. Musk joked about buying Coca-Cola and adding cocaine to the classic soda. Palki Sharma tells you why Musk's antics are dangerous for free speech.

Gravitas: Elon Musk's bizarre tweets trigger confusion

Vladimir Putin's forces have pulled back from northern Ukraine to focus on taking the Donbas. Did Russia fail to achieve their objectives in the first phase of the war? What are Putin's goals in Phase 2? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Who is winning the war in Ukraine?

Indonesia, the top palm oil exporter, has banned the export of edible oil. Ukraine, the top sunflower oil exporter, is at war. Our world is in the middle of a cooking oil crisis. Your kitchens will soon feel the burn. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Indonesia bans export of palm oil

A court in Italy has ruled that children should have both parents' surnames. In most countries, children are given the father's surname by default. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Italy's court says children should have the surname of both parents

British foreign secretary has called for a doubling down support for Ukraine against Russia. In her speech in London, Liz Truss has urged the West to provide more support and NATO-standard weapons toa rm Ukraine for the ongoing war.

British foreign secretary Liz Truss asks for NATO-standard weapons for Ukraine

Jordan is one of the countries most affected by desertification. Once a very fertile land Jordan is now one of the world's driest countries, local organizations are now growing native species of plants and working with the herders in the hope of reviving the land and preventing further damage.

WION Climate Tracker: Once a fertile land, Jordan is now turning into a dessert

Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is in Saudi Arabia for a three-day visit. As per reports, Sharif may seek a $7.4 bn Saudi aid package. This is Sharif's first foreign trip since assuming office.

Pakistan PM in Saudi: Shehbaz Sharif may seek a $7.4 bn Saudi aid package

The Pakistan government is planning to sue former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan for treason. However, Imran Khan has accused the Pakistan government of spreading fake news.

Pakistan government plans to book former Pak PM Imran Khan for treason

Russian attacks continue in war-torn Ukraine with its forces now targeting capital Kyiv again. In the latest, Kremlin fired multiple missiles into Kyiv on Thursday, the attacks took place while the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres was visiting Kyiv.

Kyiv attacked after Guterres and Zelensky meet ended

Following weeks of violence at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque, fresh clashes broke out between Palestinians and Israeli police today. The clashes injured 42 people however none of the injuries were very serious the unrest came on the final Friday in the Muslim holy month of Ramzan.

Fresh clashes erupt at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque, 42 injured

Explosions rock Afghanistan: Two bomb blasts aboard minibuses kill 9

In Sri Lanka, the Rajapaksa family is facing intense pressure to step down. The public backlash is creating divisions between the brothers. There are growing reports of a rift. Palki Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: The Rift Between The Rajapaksa Brothers

A study of 135 countries by S&P says 4% of the global GDP could be lost by 2050 due to climate change. 10-18% of South Asia's GDP is at risk and low-income nations will see 3.6 times greater GDP loss.

Study: Low-income nations to see 3.6 times greater GDP loss

The committee investigating the 2021 riots at the US Capitol is planning to stage public hearings in the month of June. For the first time, key witnesses will testify publicly. US Capitol riot led to the deaths of five people and the arrest of hundreds.

US Capitol riot probe: House committee to hold open hearings

Students and activists took the streets of the capital holding protests on the one-year anniversary of the national strikes. The protest turned violent with the crowds clashing with the Colombian police and pelting stones at police. The police forces retaliated by firing tear gas and flash bombs.

Colombians mark 1-year anniversary of national strikes

US president Joe Biden has proposed an additional 33 billion dollars aid to Ukraine. In a dramatic escalation in US funding for Kyiv, Biden has asked US congress to support the war-torn nation.

Aid of $33 billion: US President Biden ups the ante to isolate Russia, help Ukraine

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has agreed to form and enter an all-party government. The president is yet to issue an official statement but local media reports claim that president has agreed to form an interim government.

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa gives nod for an all-party govt

Covid cases around the world are rising yet again. Amidst this India has also started seeing as new surge in daily infections. India reported 3,377 new cases in the last 24 hours, this is the highest single day spike since mid-March.

India reports 3,377 fresh covid-19 cases, positivity jumps to 4.6%

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will embark on his foreign trip to Saudi Arabia on April 28th. During his visit, the prime minister is set to hold bilateral talks with the Saudi leadership.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif heads to Saudi Arabia, visit aims to boost bilateral relations

Measles cases have surged by nearly 80% across the world. According to a new report by the United Nations, the rise in measles cases is a dire warning and it could mean that the outbreak of other diseases is likely to be on the way.

UNICEF warns against global measles outbreaks after cases surge across the globe

Nearly seven billion dollars worth of military equipment has been left behind in Afghanistan. This American military equipment has just been left behind to be used by the Taliban. Weapons are in the hands of the same enemy that America tried to drive out for two decades.

US war chest in Taliban control: US left $7 billion of military gear in Afghanistan

European Union has passed the digital services act that would force social media giants like Facebook, Twitter, and others to combat misinformation and disclose how their services amplify divisive content. Now, the question arises, how will Elon Musk deals with the new EU law?

Crackdown on hate: How will Elon Musk deals with new EU law?

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