In a video released by General Directorate of Intelligence of Afghanistan government, Taliban’s intelligence agents can be seen pouring around 3,000 litres of liquor into a canal in Kabul.

It's 'liquor' time? Now, Taliban cracks down on alcohol, pours 3,000 litres into canal

As COVID-19 cases once again start to rise, India has opened vaccination for children aged 15 to 18. Over 12 lakh teens have registered in the government's CoWIN portal.

India has opened vaccination for children aged 15 to 18 amid a surge in COVID-19 cases

New Brexit custom rules for goods arriving from the European Union to Britain are taking effect. A leading food industry body has warned that the new border control measures could lead to food shortages from January.

Food shortages feared in the UK as new Brexit custom rules for goods from EU taking effect

Britain experienced its warmest new year's day on record as temperatures rose above 16 degrees celsius for the first time on 1st January.

UK witnesses warmest New Year on record as temperatures rises to 16 degrees celsius

US president Joe Biden has now issued a disaster declaration for Colorado, ordering federal aid to be made available to those affected by the forest fires.

Colorado Wildfires: US President Joe Biden issues a disaster declaration & orders federal aid

For the United States of America, the first day of 2022 brought in some major legal changes. There were restrictions that have been imposed on abortion, minimum wage increase, and also police reforms. These are just a part of a series of new laws that have come into effect across the US.

The first day of 2022 brought in some major legal changes for the United States of America

Supporters of former US President Donald Trump have once again been accused of intimidation in the 2020 elections. According to the latest investigative report by Reuters, more than 850 threatening and hostile messages were aimed at election officials and staff.

Former US President Donald Trump's supporters accused of intimidation in the 2020 elections

When omicron was first detected in South Africa, countries all over the world were swung into action. Travel restrictions were announced. In no time, experts across the world are studying the variant, and several studies highlight various characteristics of omicron.

Making sense of the Omicron: Several studies highlight various characteristics of Omicron

A new law has now come into effect in Ukraine which will effectively ban access for Russian ships in Ukrainian administered waters. According to this new law, the Russian-owned cargo and passenger vessels will be banned from accessing Ukrainian rivers and reservoirs.

Ukraine effectively bans access for Russian ships in Ukrainian administered waters

Amid local opposition by the people, China & Pakistan strategize over Gwadar port as phase-II of the project to start soon.

China & Pakistan strategize over Gwadar port as phase-II of the project to start soon

Archbishop Desmond Tutu's family and friends gathered for his official funeral on New Year's Day. It was held in Cape Town after capping a week of events honoring a man long considered to be the moral compass of South Africa. Tutu died last Sunday at the age of 90. He had been in poor health for several years.

South Africans pay their last respects as world bids adieu to Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Germany, which had earlier banned weapons export to Saudi Arabia after the assassination of Jamal Khashoggi, has now extended the arms ban by one more year.

Germany extends ban on Saudi arms export by one year

COVID-19 deaths have surpassed the 1 million mark with the ongoing surge in infections across Europe. Now, the Omicron mutant variant threatens to batter the region.

Europe: COVID-19 deaths surpass 1 million mark as Omicron variant threatens to batter the region

A fire has erupted at the South African parliament, with flames bursting from the roof of the building and a plume of smoke that could be seen from miles away.

A fire has erupted at the South African parliament, with flames bursting from the roof

A Russian news agency has reported that there are 3.5 million drug addicts in Afghanistan, which means 9% of the country's population are addicted to drugs.

Taliban: 9% of Afghanistan's population are addicted to drugs

Controversy erupted, and 25,000 signed petitions to block prestigious Knighthood honor given to former UK PM Tony Blair.

Former UK PM Tony Blair receives Knighthood: 25,000 sign petition to block award amid controversy

In one of the most rare incidents, a South Korean man crossed a fortified DMZ, in a bid to defect to North Korea.

In a rare incident, a South Korean man defects to North Korea by crossing fortified DMZ

A recent study has predicted that the US COVID-19 cases, that are surging because of the Omicron mutant variant could top during the week of Jan 9th.

The US COVID-19 cases that are driven by the Omicron variant to hit a peak soon

At least about five anti-coup protesters are said to be shot dead by the Sudanese security forces during an anti-coup demonstration. the deadly incident took place near the capital city of Khartoum.

At least five anti-coup protesters were shot dead by Sudanese forces during an anti-coup protest

A fierce wildfire has engulfed the US state of Colorado, injuring at least half a dozen people with more than 500 homes that are feared to have been destroyed.

Colorado Wildfire: Heavy snow is expected to douse remaining embers

Helsinki-based solar food says its new protein can lessen the environmental impact of the world's food system, which accounts for over a third of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Finnish food tech startup says it is making a new nutrient-rich protein from thin hair

2021 has been a mixed bag for Hollywood. Celebrities provided us with countless unforgettable moments - including reunions, splits, collaborations and controversies. From awe-inspiring stunts to a fatal on-set shooting due to negligence, and a stampede at a concert - the industry witnessed it all in the past 365 days. On this special program, we bring you the most jaw-dropping moments from the entertainment world.

Hollywood 2021  Jaw-Dropping Moments

Earlier in 2021, when Afghanistan braced itself for chaos & conflict, amid the withdrawal of US forces, WION witnessed the conundrum first hand. From America's war on terror to Taliban's quest for legitimacy, we bring you a ground report of WION's '100 Days in Afghanistan'.

The Afghanistan Conundrum: 100 days of reportage

The calendar might be changing but Beijing's tactics will not. India hit out at China for giving invented names to several places in Arunachal Pradesh an Indian state. India's reaction came in response to Beijing announcing Chinese names for 15 more places in Arunachal Pradesh

India slams China as Beijing renames 15 places in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh | WION

The Presidents of the United States and Russia held a telephonic conversation that lasted about 50 minutes. This is the second such conversation between the world leaders within 3 weeks.

US President Joe Biden warns his Russian Counterpart Vladimir Putin of heavy price over Ukraine

At least 12 pilgrims have died, and several people have been injured in a stampede that has taken place at the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi in the town of Katra in Jammu Kashmir.

India: At least 12 dead, several injured in a stampede at the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi

2021: A year when... Wuhan virus continued to mutate. China kept trying to control South China Sea Beijing intensified its crackdowns. Will Xi Jinping's dictatorship lead to the Great Fall of China?

2021: The Great Fall Of China?

Former England Spinner Monty Panesar breaks down England's capitulation in the Ashes series. Panesar speaks to WION about in-depth details.

Former England Spinner Monty Panesar breaks down England's capitulation in the Ashes series

Omicron is driving France's latest surge in infections, the French health agency stated that over 62% of people tested positive for the Omicron variant at the start of this week.

COVID News: Cases soar in France fueled by Omicron variant

The United States remains the hardest-hit country in the world by the Coronavirus, and the Omicron variant has already started to overwhelm some hospitals in the US.

The US reports almost half a million cases per day as Omicron variant starts to overwhelm hospitals

In a bid to tackle homelessness in Los Angeles, Authorities have come up with tiny villages. They also offer mental health support for them.

US: Los Angeles creates tiny villages for the homeless

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