While doctors and scientists are scrambling to find treatment and drugs that can save lives, Malaysia has identified a new strain of coronavirus. Watch report.

New coronavirus strains found in Malaysia: Mutation spotted in 3 cases from a cluster

A small boat carrying local tourists capsized on Keenjhar lake in southern Pakistan, leaving 10 passengers dead and all victims are females. Watch report.

10 people killed after boat capsizes in Pakistan's Keenjhar lake | World News

Sudan protesters return to the streets of Sudan over the slow pace of change calling for Justice and peace. Watch report.

Sudan protests: Sudan protesters call for more reforms

Uber Technologies said it would continue operating its revenue-generating food delivery business Uber Eats even if its ride-hail business should be forced shut in California at the end of this week following a court order.

California: Uber to continue food delivery services despite rides business forced shut

Boeing is offering a second voluntarily layoff package to its employees as the coronavirus pandemic has forced the plane manufacturer to deepen its workforce cuts beyond its original plan of 10% in April.

Coronavirus pandemic sapped Boeing's new jets demand: Second layoff package out

Qatar is expecting the economy to contract this year after it shrank by 0.3% last year. Watch report.

Saudi Arabia faces 6.8% contraction: Qatar economy to contract

A 17-year-old Howey Ou is confronting intimidation and criticism in China to save the world from climate catastrophe. Watch report.

The climate crisis: 17-year-old Chinese climate activist Howey Ou launched a solo march

Four rockets struck Afghanistan’s capital of Kabul on August 18, shaking the main diplomatic district and sending foreign embassies into lockdown.

4 rockets struck Kabul's green zone: No casualties reported

Syria state media is accusing US coalition forces of launching an airstrike at an army checkpoint in the country's Northeast. Tensions escalated after a US-led petrol team was prevented from crossing a Syrian check post.

Syria accuses US of airstrikes: US denies, claims patrol fired in self-defense

Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi will be embarking on a one-day trip to China on August 20. The agenda will be China's economic investments in Pakistan.

Pakistan's FM Qureshi to embark on a one-day trip to China

Who will the Indian-American community vote for in U.S. elections? Both Democrats & Republicans are trying to woo Indian-American voters. What promises are they making?

Gravitas: Who will Indian-Americans vote for?

After 2,00,000 people took to the streets, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has received support from Russia. The Kremlin is ready to back Lukashenko - by sending its military. But, Europe's last dictator is now promising a new constitution - ratified by a referendum.

Gravitas: Belarus Protest: Europe's last dictator promises a referendum

Incessant rains have damaged the roof of Islamabad's International Airport, but netizens are blaming Chinese manufacturing. Meanwhile, Pak Foreign Minister could lose his post as Islamabad tries to fix ties with Riyadh.

Gravitas: Chinese-made airport leaks in Islamabad

The cargo ship leaking tonnes of oil in Mauritius has split into two. To deal with this crisis - India has sent assistance to Mauritius.

Gravitas: Mauritius Oil Spill: Cargo ship splits in two

Thailand's youth have swarmed the streets in the biggest protest since the military coup in 2014. Student leaders have proposed reforms to the monarchy - seeking to curtail the powers of the King. Prime Minister Prayuth Chanocha's throne is shaking too.

Gravitas: Anti-Monarchy Protests In Thailand

In an exclusive interview to WION's Palki - Uighur activist Ilshat Kokbore says Chinese authorities punished him by killing his brother and sending his sisters to concentration camps. He breaks down fearing the worst could have happened to his mother.

Gravitas: The story of an Uighur activist

China continues its assault on Uighurs. At least 70% of Xinjiang's mosques have been razed. What's come up in their place? Toilets, parking lots and shops selling alcohol and cigarettes.

Gravitas: China's assault on Uighurs

Two scientists in the United States have made a major claim. They say that the Wuhan Virus could have first appeared in 2012. This comes as more infectious strains of the virus have appeared in two Southeast Asian countries.

Gravitas: The Wuhan Virus could be at least 8 years old

New COVID-19 clusters are disrupting the peak summer vacations across Europe. The authorities in some countries are reimposing restrictions. Watch report.

Lockdown reimposed in some European countries due to 2nd COVID-19 wave

In the United States, the massive wildfire burning in Northern California has resulted in rare and dangerous fire tornado's Watch report.

20,000 acres of land destroyed in California fire

Actor Aamir Khan and the Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan found a spot on the list of trends after pictures of their meeting in Turkey went viral - not entirely in a good way.

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan meets Turkish first lady Emine Erdogan

Residents of Beirut held Sunday mass at the site of a devastating blast nearly two weeks ago. The residents mourned the lives lost in the blast. Watch report.

Mass held at site of Beirut blast: Residents mourn lives lost

The government has restored high-speed mobile internet services in two districts Udhampur and Ganderbal of Jammu and Kashmir on a trial basis.

High-speed internet back in 2 districts of Jammu and Kashmir

Japanese automaker Honda has finally launched the new 2020 model of its City sedan in India. The fifth-generation model is being sold alongside the already existing fourth-generation model, obviously, at a relatively premium price. The new Honda City has received a completely new design, it's larger and has got a host of new features. We drove the petrol version of the 2020 Honda City and this video tells you about our experience with this new option in India's midsize sedan segment.

WION Pitstop: New 2020 Honda City review

On August 17, India and Nepal are all set to hold formal talks to review New Delhi's development projects in the country. Watch report.

India-Nepal talks today part of regular interaction: Border row will not be discussed

Alexander Lukashenko, the leader of Belarus, said on Monday he would be ready to hold new elections and hand over power after a constitutional referendum

WION Fineprint: Lukashenko agrees for Presidential polls | Belarus latest update

Ballot by mail is not the new way to vote but it is getting fresh attention in the United States. Speaker Nancy Pelosi will summon the House of Representatives to return in session this coming week to confront President Donald Trump’s attempts to undermine the US Postal Service.

US 2020 Elections: US postal ballot service pulled in political fight

Nepal-India talks today: First normal engagement since border row

US President Donald Trump on August 15 said to use the snapback technique, a day after the UN Security Council rejected an American resolution to extend an Iranian arms embargo. Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif later said “American snapback is illegal and unacceptable and the Americans know they cannot use snapback."

Iran Nuclear Deal: US has been humiliated at the UN, says Iran

In Thailand, a generation of youth has taken to the streets demanding radical constitution reforms and fresh elections. Watch report.

Anti-government protest in Bangkok: Demonstrators use pop culture as form of protest

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on August 17 delayed New Zealand's approaching election by four weeks to October 17 after a renewed coronavirus outbreak hampered campaigning.

New COVID-19 outbreak delays election in New Zealand

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