Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate as a wildfire rages out of control in northern California. More than 125,500 acres of grass and woodland have been consumed since Tuesday when a blaze erupted just outside Oroville.

US: Park fire sweeps through California, more than 1,100 firefighters fight flames

Trump Assassination Bid | What was on the 20-year-old shooter's laptop? Why did he search for info on the jfk assassination? Molly Gambhir gets you the complete story!

Trump Assassination Bid: What was on the 20-year-old shooter's laptop? | Gravitas

#Gravitas | As internet services slowly return in Bangladesh, the world's seeing more of what truly transpired over the past week. The violence, the chaos, the crackdown. The death toll has been staggering and uncertain. International news reports suggest over 200 deaths, but conflicting reports say that it is a gross underestimate. Watch the report to know more.

Gravitas: What really happened in Bangladesh?

In Chinese tradition, some numbers are considered lucky, many are believed to be unlucky. The number 8, for example, is believed to be lucky as it sounds like 'fortune' ehnr in Mandarin and Cantonese. The number 4, on the other hand, is believed to be unlucky as it sounds like 'death'.

Gravitas: Why 4 is considered an evil number in China

#Gravitas | Is Pakistan trying to hide something? The conflicting narratives from Pakistan's Punjab counter-terrorism department (CTD), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the united nations resulting in the arrest of Amin Ul Haq, a key associate of Osama Bin Laden leave a lot of questions to be answered.

Gravitas: Is Pakistan trying to hide something?

#Gravitas | Chinese engineers and the Taliban government commenced a groundbreaking project to mine the world's second-largest copper deposit in Afghanistan after a 16-year delay marked by war. This mining project is more than just an economic endeavor. It’s a complex tapestry of historical preservation, geopolitical strategy and the quest for natural resources and influence.

Gravitas: Work on the world's second-largest copper deposit in Afghanistan commences

Did you know that people with high levels of body fat stored in their belly or arms may be more likely to develop diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's as compared to those with low levels of fat in these areas. Gravitas tells you more! Watch this report for more details!

Gravitas: Does body composition affect risk for dementia?

The World's best athletes are assembling in Paris for the 2024 Olympics. Here are the 10 biggest global stars to follow at the Olympics.

Olympics 2024: Global stars to watch out for

In a revised travel advisory, The U.S. Department of State has warned Americans against travelling to Jammu & Kashmir, parts of central and eastern India and to the north-eastern states. The advisory is not only blind to the present-day reality of Jammu and Kashmir, but also reeks of hypocrisy- given how the U.S. is failing to keep its citizens safe at home.

US travel advisory on India warns Americans against visiting Kashmir, Manipur, other Indian regions

Elon Musk threw down the gauntlet and challenged the Meta CEO to a cage match last year. Zuckerberg accepted the challenge, but the epic showdown never happened. Now, more than a year later, Musk said that he’s again open to fighting - this time on Zuckerberg’s terms. Elon Musk said he will fight Zuckerberg “any place, any time, any rules.” Watch in for more details!

Elon Musk says will fight Zuckerberg “any place, any time, any rules” | WION Originals

In just two days from now the Venezuelans will be voting to elect their next leader. In the backdrop of a crippling economy the opposition coalition is pulling out all stops to try and dethrone the incumbent Nicolas Maduro who's seeking a third straight term in office. Watch in for more details!

Venezuela Elections: Nicolas Maduro seeks to retain Presidency for third term

A day after the conservative party opened nominations to find their next leader, another prominent name has thrown his hat in the ring. The former security Minister Tom Tugendhat is the latest conservative to announce his bid to become the next party leader. Watch in for more details!

UK: Tom Tugendhat announces bid for leading Conservative party

In a world increasingly marred in conflicts, more and more leaders are reaching out to find Common Ground. Joining the list is Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni who is all said to embark on a high-stake visit to China. The trip is scheduled for July 26th to the 31st. Watch in for more details!

China: Italian PM Giorgia Meloni to visit country for five days

In the United States huge plumes of smoke and a thick haze blanketed the area as the park fire near Chico in Northern California rages on. Watch in for more details!

US: Park fire near Chico scorches 6,465 acres

The Chairman and President of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical is all set to resign following the probe reports into 80 deaths linked to dietary supplements manufactured by the company. Watch in for more details!

Japan: Chairman & President of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical to step down over supplement scandal

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- - Woman receives Lizard instead of Airfryer - Frankfurt Airport halts operations amid protests

Woman receives Lizard instead of Airfryer | Trending on WION

The monsoon fury is gripping various parts of India as many as about 25 states across India are facing normal or above normal rainfall. According to the Indian Met Department, India has registered higher rain than normal this year. According to reports at least about nine people have lost their lives in Gujarat due to heavy rainfall. Watch in for more details!

Heavy rains in Maharashtra & Gujarat: Dam gates opened, Mumbai & Pune witness massive flooding

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump unleashed a barrage of attacks against his new opponent Vice President Kamala Harris; called her new victim to defeat, and accused her of deceiving Joe Biden's ability to run for a second term.

Trump rallies in North Carolina: Former President says Biden quit because he was losing polls

Two Aligarh Muslim University employees shot at inside campus. Mohammad Nadeem and Kaleem were shot on campus by bike-riding attackers on Wednesday. The attack allegedly stemmed from an old rivalry. The injured, Mohammad Nadeem and Kaleem, who are brothers, have been hospitalised. Watch in for more details!

Aligarh Muslim University: Bike-riding attackers open fire at two AMU staff members | WION Originals

Beijing and Moscow have hit out at claims from the United States that growing cooperation between China and Russia in the Arctic could threaten regional stability. Watch in for more details!

US military intercepts Russian, Chinese bombers near Alaska

Petty crimes in the UK are on the rise and amongst them shoplifting has had an all all-time high. Even the British government has accepted the reality that thieves are now operating 'without fear or apprehension.' Watch in for more details!

UK: Shoplifting cases hit all-time high

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered his fourth address to a joint session of the US Congress on Wednesday. Defending Israeli actions in Gaza, he attempted to drum up continued support for his country's war against Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Netanyahu Addresses US Congress: Israeli PM calls Israel a loyal & steadfast US ally

US Elections: Trump realigns campaign focus with attacks on VP Kamala Harris

#Gravitas | Data from the election betting market show Kamala Harris is closing the gap with Donald Trump. Harris, who until last week had a single-digit win percentage has risen to 32%. In contrast, Trump’s winning percentage has gradually decreased.

Gravitas: Various betting websites show Harris/Trump winning gap narrowing

Kamala Harris has reportedly declined to preside over the senate chamber when Netanyahu addresses a joint meeting of the congress. Molly Gambhir decodes the implications.

Gravitas: Kamala Harris to skip Netanyahu speech in Congress

Will women lose out if we crack the code to extending lifespans? Is there sex bias in lifespan research? According to a report, experts say mice in labs around the world are all male. Molly Gambhir telling you more!

Sex bias in lifespan research? Why are mice in labs around the world all male?

When couples say I do it would be safe to say they are thinking of a lifetime of bliss and happiness in togetherness. Well, it may not have been too different for a couple who got married at a Kuwait courthouse in the year 2019. All was fine for exactly 3 minutes till the bride while making an exit tripped on her dress and the groom called her "stupid". Gravitas tells you more!

Gravitas: The tall story of the world's shortest marriage

Another plane has crashed in Nepal. This is the 13th plane crash in 12 years. At least 43 planes have crashed in Nepal since 1946. What explains the repeated air disasters?

Nepal Plane Crash: Who is to blame for the repeated air tragedies?

#Graviats | New British Army Chief warns Army to be ready in three years to fight a war against an "axis of upheaval"— Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. The General aims to double the ability of the army to fight and kill by 2027 and destroy an enemy force of at least three times their size.

China will start world war in three years: British Army chief tells all to get ready

#Gravitas | A recent poll shows U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump 44% to 42%. The question looms: Can Kamala Harris maintain her lead over Trump, or will the Republicans stage a comeback?

Gravitas | Race to White House: Harris/Trump in a close battle

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