World is waiting for eleven months, and now in a matter of weeks the first supply of COVID -19 vaccine to begin.

WION Fineprint: COVID vaccines to begin roll out soon

Joe Biden reiterated that he will not impose a nationwide shutdown as COVID-19 cases continue to increase.

Joe Biden: I am not going to shut down the economy

Georgia confirmed Democratic President-elect Joe Biden as the winner of the Nov. 3 election in the state as it completed a hand audit of ballots on Thursday, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said.

Georgia confirms Biden's victory in state as it completes hand audit of ballots

According to news agency ANI's report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a review meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, which found that the terrorists were planning a major attack on the 26/11 anniversary in India.

WION Dispatch: PM Modi calls for review meeting in the light of Nagrota terror incident

Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Thursday threatened to use all possible laws against the protesters, as the demonstrations move forward for reforms to curb his expulsion and the powers of King Maha Vajiralongkorn.

WION Dispatch: Thai PM Prayuth threatens to use all laws against protesters

The recount of votes in the state of Georgia has finished. Recount confirmed the victory of Joe Biden after statewide audit.

US Election 2020: Georgia finishes recount of votes, confirms Biden victory

Reports claimed that Ayman al-Zawahiri, the head of the dreaded terrorist organization Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, died in a month due to natural causes.

Report: Al-Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri dies in Afghanistan

Germany's police dispersed people protesting against Coronavirus restrictions in Berlin's government district, after they ignored to wear masks and keep distance from each other on Wednesday.

Thousands protest in Berlin against Lockdown, anti-covid measures | DW-WION Partnership

Ethiopia remains grim as Tigray's rebel forces fire rocket into the city of Bahir Dar. Hundreds of Ethiopians have died in the last 2 weeks.

Is Ethiopia heading to a civil war?

Source: Terrorists planned something big on 26/11 attack anniversary, PM Modi call meeting

As coronavirus pandemic made the world go virtual. As the deadly virus continuous to rage, People across the world now turning to COVID-19 related applications to figure out their day-to-day risks. Here is the report which tells you more.

People using COVID-19 related apps to track virus risks

Indian Navy aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya carried out wargame drills along with U.S.-made supercarrier USS Nimitz and Japanese and Australian warships during the second phase of joint naval exercise in the Indian Ocean on Tuesday (November 17).

Phase two of ‘Malabar’ naval wargames begins in Indian Ocean

In 2008, the New Zealand police introduced the turban to its uniform. In 2020, it has introduced the hijab to its uniform. The hijab has been a subject of some very heated debates across the world. Leading European countries have banned its citizens from sporting the hijab in public. Constable Zeena Ali has become the first woman to sport a specially-designed hijab with her police uniform: a decision which 30-year-old Zeena says will encourage other muslim women to join the police force.

New Zealand police introduce hijab to uniform

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says one of his deputies was “forced to fire” on a car in a Cocoa neighbourhood, fatally shooting a 16-year-old and 18-year-old.

Two black teenagers shot in Florida, Activists allege lack of transparency

Coronavirus infections in Tokyo hit a record daily high of 493 cases on Wednesday, as local media reported the Japanese capital was preparing to raise its alert level for infections to the highest of four stages

Tokyo coronavirus cases hit record 493, may raise alert level

Florida Sheriff releases dashcam video of shooting of two black teenagers

A Chinese ex-lawyer and a citizen journalist, Zhang Zhan, is being subjected to a possible jail time for nearly five years for reporting on the coronavirus pandemic, that allegedly started in a Wuhan lab.

Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan imprisoned for reporting on COVID-19 outbreak

Vladimir Putin was already President for life, he now wants to be a President above the law. WION's Molly Gambhir tells you how Russia is planning to grant Putin immunity from prosecution for all crimes committed under his watch.

Gravitas: Putin to get lifetime immunity for all crimes

Donald Trump has just 2 months left in office. But he has fired America's Top Cybersecurity official, announced further drawdown of troops in Afghanistan, and put a Biden transition in a limbo. Why is Trump being a sore loser?

Gravitas: The transition tussle in U.S.

Taking on Emmanuel Macron is proving to be a mistake for Imran Khan & Recep Erdogan. EU Parliamentarians are mulling sanctions against Pakistan & Turkey. Can the two countries afford getting sanctioned?

Gravitas: Will EU sanction Turkey & Pakistan?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to US President-elect Joe Biden. What did the leaders discuss?

Gravitas: What Prime Minister Modi told Joe Biden

In 2014, Joe Biden hosted a lunch for PM Modi. In 2016, he chaired the joint session of the US Congress - that Prime Minister Modi addressed.

Gravitas: Will Joe Biden be good for India?

In 2008, the New Zealand police introduced the Turban to its uniform. In 2020, it has added the Hijab to its uniform. How do other nations view the Hijab? Which countries have banned it? Is New Zealand

Gravitas: New Zealand police introduces Hijab to uniform

For the first time in decades, the people of Thailand are openly defying the authority of the monarchy. Despite a police crackdown, they are pushing for major reforms.

Gravitas: In Thailand, Protesters launch a challenge to the monarchy

1 in 5 Indians may get Wuhan Virus Vaccine by July 2021. Which vaccine will it be? Which vaccines are currently being tested in India? Which vaccines has India pre-ordered?

Gravitas: 1 in 5 Indians could get a vaccine by 2021

A Chinese Professor claims China used microwave weapons on Indian soldiers in Ladakh. Why is China lying to the world? What is a microwave weapon?

Gravitas: Fake News: China says it used microwave weapon in Ladakh

A year after Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was awarded the Nobel peace prize, his forces are making twin advances towards Tigray. Over 100 people have died in the ongoing war that has forced 27,000 people to leave Tigray.

Gravitas: Ethiopia Tigray conflict

India says the United Nations Security Council has been reduced to an impaired organ after China stonewalled reforms. Why is Beijing afraid of expanding UNSC membership and giving India a permanent seat?

Gravitas: China blocks UNSC reforms

Prime Minister Imran Khan is struggling to save Pakistan's economy, that's on the verge of bankruptcy. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces a number of foreign policy challenges. But instead of solving the problems at home, both leaders are fighting France

Gravitas: What did the Islamic Leaders get from their fight with Emmanuel Macron?

Bangladeshi cricketer Shakib al Hasan issues public apology after receives death threats for inaugurating a Kali Puja in Kolkata. Hardliners say Hasan has insulted Muslim sentiments. Isn't sports independent of religion?

Gravitas: Shakib al Hasan receives death threats

Far-right Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik has got its way in Pakistan. Imran Khan govt has struck a deal with the fundamentalists, that calls for the eviction of the French Ambassador to Pakistan.

Gravitas: Imran Khan government bows before fundamentalists

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