The Arab coalition said that it had carried out airstrikes in Yemen’s capital. The coalition cautioned civilians in Sanaa from approaching or gathering near the military sites. According to reports, violent explosions have rocked the northern neighborhoods.

Saudi-led coalition launches air raids, explosions rock Yemen's Sanaa

President Joe Biden nominated Jerome Powell to serve a second term as chair of the US Federal Reserve, allowing him to lead the response to the economic damage caused by Covid-19 while dealing with a wave of record inflation.

Joe Biden: Jerome Powell 'right person' to lead federal reserve

Massive protests have erupted in Pakistan’s port city of Gwadar against a severe shortage of water and electricity and threats to livelihoods from illegal fishing, and unnecessary checkpoints, part of a growing backlash in the country against China’s multibillion-dollar belt and road projects.

Pakistan: Gwadar residents protests for basic rights, anger against China's one belt & road project

According to reports, the number of people with Dementia in Australia is expected to rise to more than a million by 2060. Apart from medical care, people living with Dementia need support and now a cafe in Queensland is trying to do that.

Australia: Queensland cafe for Dementia patients aims to improve community engagement

UAE's national carrier Emirates has welcomed the Indian government's decision to divest the national carrier in India. In an exclusive conversation with WION, Emirates president Tim Clark said that the Indian government should also provide unhindered access to all international airlines under open sky policy, listen in to this excerpt.

UAE welcomes Air India sale, Emirates president Tim Clark in an exclusive conversation with WION

Charging points for electric vehicles will be required to be installed in new buildings in Britain from next year under the new legislation.

UK to require charge points for electric vehicles in new buildings in Britain

Nayib Bukele, El Salvador president has said that he plans to build the world's first Bitcoin city, the construction will be initially funded by bitcoin-backed bonds.

El Salvador's president Nayib Bukele Plans World's First Bitcoin City

Crude oil fell to seven-week lows today, on concerns about excess supply after Japan said it was weighing releasing oil reserves and over demand from a worsening Covid-19 situation in Europe.

Oil hits 7-week lows on supply release expectations, Europe covid surge to impact demand

With covid-19 border restrictions easing, Australia will now allow entry for fully-vaccinated, eligible visa holders into the country from December 1, here's all you need to know.

Australia to ease border ban, fully vaccinated visa holders to be allowed

Women are barred from appearing in television dramas in Afghanistan under new rules imposed by the Taliban government. Women journalists must wear hijabs, states the ruling Taliban government.

Taliban unveils new 'religious' guidelines banning women in TV dramas

Since the departure of US troops, the remnants of war remain a serious threat to Afghans’ safety. An NGO is now racing against time to decontaminate one of the most heavily mined countries in the world. For more on this, watch South Asia Diary with Mariam Wardak.

South Asia Diary | Deaths from landmines on the rise in Afghanistan

Multiple people were taken to the hospital after an SUV ran over through a crowd at a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin injuring more than 20 people. The number of deaths from the incident is not yet clear as the officials are still investigating. Here are all the latest news updates.

Multiple fatalities, at least 20 injured after SUV slams into Wisconsin Christmas parade

Afghanistan is one of the last places in the world where photographers use an antiquated wooden instant camera called the Kamra-E-Faoree to make a living. This hand-made device has both camera and darkroom within one large contraption and generations of Afghans have had their portraits are taken with it, usually for identity or passport size photographs.

Kamra-E-Faoree, Afghanistan's disappearing box cameras

Multiple people were taken to the hospital after an SUV ran over through a crowd at a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin injuring more than 20 people. The number of deaths from the incident is not yet clear as the officials are still investigating.

At least 20 people injured after SUV runs over crowd at a parade in Wisconsin

Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai has re-appeared. International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach interacted virtually in a 30-minute long video call with the Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who was apparently 'missing' after alleging that a powerful Chinese politician sexually assaulted her.

IOC president Thomas Bach interacts with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai in a video call

Austria has become the first western-European country to re-impose a covid-19 lockdown ahead of Christmas, its fourth one since the pandemic. The full lockdown is supposed to last till December 10 and will be reevaluated post that.

Austria re-imposes a full Covid-19 lockdown, its fourth since pandemic began

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have ramped up attacks on Saudi cities and state-owned oil firms. Adding to the misery, the United States, Saudi Arabia's biggest ally is also isolating the nation in Yemen.

Yemen's Houthis Launch attacks on oil refineries in Saudi Arabia: Report

Countries one after another is going in lockdown prompting protests and in many cases inciting violence. Starting with the Netherlands, it has been witnessing three straight nights of protests against covid restrictions.

Europe: The new hotspot of Covid-19, protests break out as Netherlands impose curbs

Four people have died and thousands have been evacuated after heavy rains wreaked havoc on Canada's west coast. British Columbia, the Canadian province witnessed record-breaking rainfall for two days which was equivalent to a months worth of deluge.

Canada witnesses historic flood, four dead and thousands evacuated

People across West Asia are on high alert, extreme weather conditions are sweeping the region. from earthquakes and floods to droughts and wildfires. With the COP26 summit now over, what is West Asia's strategy to tackle climate change, take a look!

How is climate change affecting West Asia?

The UK has invited south-east Asian nations to attend the G7 foreign ministers meeting next month. Representatives from South Korea, India, South Africa will also attend the summit that is being held in Liverpool.

UK invites ASEAN to G7 summit amid AUKUS row

Syrian Kurds in the northeast city of Qamishli performed an ancient rain ritual that has gained new relevance as they struggle with record low rainfall.

'The Bride Of The Rain': Syrian Kurds revive ancient rain ritual

At least five people have died and 40 have been injured after a vehicle drove through a Christmas parade in the city of Waukesha, Wisconsin. According to the sources, the police opened fire at the red SUV which drove through the parade.

Wisconsin Christmas parade: At least five killed, 40 injured; suspect's vehicle has been recovered

Amid the worsening diplomatic ties of a Taiwan de facto embassy row, Lithuania has expressed its regret over China's decision to downgrade ties.

Taiwan de facto embassy: China accuses Lithuania of undermining its sovereignty

The US envoy for Iran warned Friday that Tehran was approaching the point of no return for reviving the 2015 nuclear deal after it boosted its stocks of enriched uranium before talks resume this month.

US envoy to Iran says time shrinking for nuclear deal

In the United States, history is being made, Kamala Harris is going to become 1st woman to assume presidential powers after Biden transfers power to her briefly when he is under anesthesia.

United States: Kamala Harris to become 1st women with presidential powers

As challenges rise in the Indian Ocean, the Indian Navy is expanding its might and deterrence capabilities. This month will be a landmark month for Naval Forces. WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Siddhant Sibbal brings you this report.

INS Visakhapatnam equipped with state of the art weapons, sensors

To cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, Japan has set to compile a record of $490 billion spending package, here's more.

Japan Plans Record $490 Billion Spending To Boost Covid Pandemic Recovery

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba heightened worries about Beijing's broad regulatory crackdown and slowing growth in the world's second-biggest economy.

China: Alibaba shares drop after disappointing earnings

A bipartisan coalition of U.S. state attorneys general have opened a probe into Facebook, now known as Meta Platforms, for promoting its subsidiary Instagram to children despite potential harms.

US state law officer launches probe into potential harms of Instagram on kids

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