Three months since the Taliban takeover, it's acting government has now issues nine media guidelines. Many have pointed out that the latest rules are more on the lines of religion which includes banning shows with women, here's the report.

Afghanistan: Taliban government's new 'religious' rules unfairly target women

A NASA mission to deliberately smash a spacecraft into an asteroid to see if its course can be altered blasted off Tuesday from California. The SpaceX rocket carrying the experiment lifted off at 10:21 pm Pacific Time (0621 GMT Wednesday) from Vandenberg Space Force Base, NASA TV's live stream showed.

NASA spacecraft to crash into Asteroid, mission might save planet Earth

Albert Einstein's earliest notes on the theory of relativity sold for a record $13.17 million at an auction. The manuscript was co-authored by Swiss physicist Michele Besso who was a friend of Einstein. It was written between 1913 and 1914.

Albert Einstein relativity theory notes sold for a record 13 million

The fighting in the Ethiopia Tigray conflict has reached the country's capital Addis-Ababa. The US envoy has said that any progress towards the diplomatic settlement was at risk of being overshadowed by the alarming developments on the ground.

Ethiopia: Tigray rebels capture town just 200km from capital

Since 1978, China’s birth rate has plunged to its lowest levels, according to the latest data released by the country’s national bureau of statistics. Only 8.5 births per 1,000 people were reported in 2020, highlighting that it was the first time in decades that the figure has fallen below 10.

China's birth rate plummets to its lowest level since 1978

In a move that will most likely anger China, US President Joe Biden has invited Taiwan to a summit for democracy next month. According to the US state department, the summit is expected to focus on three principle themes- defending against authoritarianism, fighting corruption, and respect for human rights.

Joe Biden invites Taiwan to democracy summit, China & Russia not invited

India is witnessing a decrease in the new COVID-19 cases, the smallest rise in one-and-a-half years despite huge festival gatherings. India reported 7,579 new coronavirus infections on Tuesday, the lowest in 543 days.

No scientific evidence to support the need of booster shot

The Saudi-led coalition is launching airstrikes on legitimate military targets in Yemen's capital. Sana'a has warned civilians not to gather around or approach the targeted areas.

Yemen: Saudi-led coalition launches airstrikes, Yemen locked in downward spiral

In light of the Pegasus spying scandal, Apple on Tuesday has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent NSO Group from targeting the over one billion iPhones in circulation.

Apple sues Israeli spyware firm NSO, seeks a permanent injunction to ban NSO

Tensions between Russia and US continues to continue to remain high and in the latest update. Russia's defense minister has now accused the US bombers of rehearsing a nuclear strike on Russia from 2 different directions.

United States accused of rehearsing nuclear strike on Russia

Web hosting company GoDaddy said email addresses of up to 1.2 million active and inactive Managed WordPress customers had been exposed in an unauthorized third-party access.

Global web hosting company GoDaddy's security breach exposes WordPress users' data

Indian and Japanese officials are working their ways to lease national reserves of crude oil in tandem with the US and other major economies. However, the reports suggest that timings of the lease remains unclear.

India, Japan working on oil-stock release

It's been a week since Nepal began vaccinating children above the age of 12, using Pfizer jabs donated by the United States. WION's Saloni Murarka brings this ground report from Kathmandu.

Covid News updates: Nepal administers covid-19 jabs to children above 12 years

In a bid to push to push the unvaccinated to get inoculated, Kenya has now imposed vaccination mandate as well barring all those who are yet to get the doze.

Kenya imposes restrictions on unvaccinated people

A day after Hamas militant carried out mass shooting attack in Jerusalem, Israel has now arrested dozens of Hamas members in the occupied West Bank.

50 Hamas members nabbed in West bank; weapons, bomb-making material seized

The holiday season is near and this time streets in Europe are usually buzzing with people. But this year the shadow of covid-19 is looming over the continent once again.

Health Minister to Germans: Get vaccinated or get virus

Pfizer's covid-19 vaccine seems to be promising for youngsters. New trial data shows that the jab is providing long-term efficacy in adolescents, here's the report.

Covid Vaccine News: Pfizer vaccine looms promising for youngsters

A week after some 200 nations struck an agreement aimed at intensifying global efforts to fight climate change, the finance minister of France warned that the cost of the energy transition will be “much higher than expected.”

French finance minister warns of climate action cost

Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have been escalating for several years. Russia has been amassing troops near the Ukraine border, now there are concerns that Russia might invade Ukraine.

US Intel: Russia calls up for reservists for invasion in Ukraine

Multiple people were taken to the hospital after an SUV ran over a crowd at a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, killing 5 people and injuring nearly 40 people. A number of deaths from the incident are not yet clear as the officials are still investigating. Suspect will be produced in the court today.

Wisconsin reels from shock and grief, suspect to be charged with homicide

Thousands of migrants are stuck at Europe's border, what they hope was for a better future but they have instead become pawns in a geopolitical politics.

Humanitarian crisis at Poland-Belarus border, hundreds attempted crossings to Poland | World News

At least 5 people died after an SUV plowed into a Christmas parade in Wisconsin. It comes 3 days after Kyle Rittenhouse, a teen who shot 2 men, was acquitted of all charges. Are the two cases related? Palki Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: 5 dead after SUV plows into Christmas parade in Wisconsin

Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? U.S. intel suggests 100,000 troops have descended on Ukraine's border, they could cross into Ukraine by next year. Does this mean war is certain? Palki Sharma decodes the possibilities.

Gravitas: Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? | Russian troops amassing at Ukrainian border

20 days and counting. Peng Shuai hasn't spoken about the sexual assault allegations again. But, the Chinese press is releasing her videos as "proof of life". Why can't Peng speak out? Palki Sharma tells you why Peng Shuai is a hostage of the Chinese state.

Gravitas: Chinese mouthpieces release videos of "hostage" Peng Shuai

A woman employee at Tesla has been accused the company of 'rampant sexual harassment'. She has also blamed Tesla CEO Elon Musk for promoting misogyny at workplace through his conduct. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Tesla accused of 'rampant sexual harassment' by woman employee | Trouble for Elon Musk?

Europe is witnessing a surge in Wuhan virus cases. But measures to contain the spread are triggering violence. Thousands of people are protesting against vaccine mandates & fresh restrictions. Palki Sharma tells you how anti-vaxxers are driving Europe's 5th wave.

Gravitas: Are anti-vaxxers driving Europe's fifth wave?

In Pakistan, backlash against CPEC is growing. Thousands have hit the streets in Gwadar to oppose Chinese investments. The protesters have warned that they will block CPEC work, if their demands are not met. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: Thousands protest in Pakistan's Gwadar | Backlash against CPEC growing

Pakistan's acting high commissioner to India Aftab Hasan Khan has termed Indo-Pakistan pilgrimage movement as "good omen" for ties. He had accompanied over 50 Pakistani pilgrims who visited the famous Nizamuddin Dargah in Delhi on Monday. The batch was the first such batch of Pakistani pilgrims to visit India since March 2020.

Nizamuddin Dargah| Pilgrims' movement a 'good omen' for India-Pak ties: Aftab Hasan Khan

China has issued stern warning to Taiwanese firms against supporting the island's independence, hours after Taiwanese conglomerate was fined by mainland regulators as tensions flare between Taipei and Beijing.

China: Supporters of Taiwan independence threatens peace

South Korean television series Squid Game has taken the world by storm. In Italy, an events company recreated the show, here are the visuals.

Watch: Italy recreates real-life Squid games

French Prime Minister Jean Castex condemns days of rioting against Covid-19 restrictions which have taken place in Guadeloupe. The damage from violence remained visible as several buildings and vehicles were left burning.

France: Buildings, cars set ablaze, French Prime Minister Jean Castex condemns Guadeloupe violence

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