In an overnight Mission the Israeli Defense Forces struck Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, setting off sirens in the north of the country. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Lebanon tensions: UN warns about regional implications of a broader conflict

The US manufacturing sector is facing challenges as new data reveals a continued downturn in weak demand. According to a report released by the institute for supply management...

US manufacturing activity contracts again

Collapsed bitcoin exchange Mt. Gox is set to release approximately 9 billion dollars worth of bitcoin to thousands of users. That comes nearly a decade after the platform was brought down by a series of hacks that led to the loss of up to 950,000 bitcoins.

Mt. Gox to release $9 bn in bitcoin soon

Meta accused by EU regulators of breaching antitrust rules over its ad-supported subscription service. The European commission labels Meta's model a "pay or consent" approach, requiring users to either pay for an ad-free experience or agree to personalized advertising based on data processing. Introduced last year for Facebook and Instagram in Europe, this service arose from privacy concerns and a European court of justice ruling.

EU accuses Meta of breaching antitrust rules

Google has teamed up with BlackRock to drive solar energy development in Taiwan. The partnership aims to build a massive 1-gigawatt solar capacity pipeline, powering Google's data centers and cloud regions in the region. This initiative comes amid rising demand for digital services, fueled by artificial intelligence, requiring sustainable energy solutions. The capital investment by google in new green power, a BlackRock-backed Taiwanese solar developer, will help expand clean energy on Taiwan's electricity grid. Google's commitment supports its goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, extending the benefits of renewable energy to its supply chain partners and local manufacturers.

Blackrock-backed solar project with Google

Now, the automaker is expected to report another quarter of weaker sales, and it's running out of improvisations. According to analysts.. The anticipated tesla second quarter report is likely to reveal a 5.4% decline in vehicle deliveries compared to last year...

Tesla prepares for June quarter report

In a big relief for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court ruled that he enjoys some immunity from prosecution as former President. Watch in for more details!

US: Donald Trump hails SC ruling, calls it 'big win for US Constitution'

In just four months Nepal is likely to see a new Prime Minister after Pushpa Kamal Dahal led government collapses. Tensions between CPN (UML) and CPN (MC) started to emerge following the recent 2024-25 budget. Watch in for more details!

Nepal: Congress, UML strike deal to form new government

Amid Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine Moscow has assumed the Presidency of United Nations Security Council for the month of July. Well on the agenda this month the security Council will discuss the escalating regional tensions in West Asia. Watch in for more details!

Russia assumes UNSC Presidency for July 2024

The Israeli Army has ordered mass evacuation of Palestinians from the eastern half of Khan Yunis in southern Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israel issues new Southern Gaza evacuation warning

In a big relief for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court ruled that he enjoys some immunity from prosecution as former President . Watch in for more details!

US Supreme Court rules Trump has some immunity from prosecution

As Russia continues to fire Glide bombs at Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised concerns. Zelenskyy claims there's no practical way to defend against the Russian Glide bombs...Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war | No practical way to defence against Russian glide bombs, says Ukraine

Nepali Congress & CPN-UML strike deal to form new alliance; Oli gets PM post

Ferocious storms and torrential rains that lashed France, Switzerland and Italy have left at least seven people dead. Three people died after torrential rains triggered a landslide in southeastern Switzerland. Elsewhere in Switzerland, a man was found dead in a hotel in Saas-grund in the southwest canton of Valais...

Flash floods in Europe: 7 dead after storms lash France, Switzerland & Italy

The number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Cambodia has risen to over 100, raising a glimmer of hope for the endangered mammals.

Glimmer of hope for endangered dolphins

Hurricane beryl has strengthened into a top-level category 5 storm, after it swept across several islands in the southeastern Caribbean, dumping heavy rain and unleashing devastating winds...

Hurricane Beryl strengthens to category 5

Moving to India, director general of the weather department has announced a forecast of above normal rainfall for most of India for the month of July. Watch in for more details!

India: IMD issues Red Alert for heavy rain in 9 states

US: Biden says Supreme Court's immunity ruling on Trump is a ‘dangerous precedent’

In a big relief for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court ruled that he enjoys some immunity from prosecution as former President. US President Joe Biden on Monday (Jul 1) warned that the Supreme Court's landmark ruling granting ex-president Donald Trump "absolute immunity" sets a "dangerous precedent" that the Republican would not shy from exploiting if elected in November. Watch in for more details!

US: Supreme Court's 'absolute immunity' for Trump sets 'dangerous precedent', warns Biden

Despite heavily undermanned and undergunned due to a critical shortage of ammunition Ukrainian forces are rewriting the rules of the asymmetric Naval Warfare with deployment of uncrewed systems against Russian naval targets. Ukraine is using Naval drones to significantly hamper Russian operations in the Black Sea. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine Navy stymies Moscow's' attempt to landblock Black Sea ports

After a lengthy buildup, the new BMW M5 is here. The German automaker has revealed the latest generation of its M5, which adopts a new plug-in hybrid powertrain, making it the most powerful iteration of the iconic super sedan till date. The new BMW M5 retains the 4.4-litre, twin-turbo, V8 engine but now includes an electric motor in the eight-speed automatic transmission, akin to the BMW XM SUV. The total system output is 717bhp and 1,000Nm of torque, which is distributed to all four wheels via BMW’s rear-biased xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Despite being about half a tonne heavier than its predecessor, BMW says the new M5 can run from zero to 100km/h in just 3.5 seconds. The top speed is limited to 250km/h but can be extended to 305 KMPH with the optional M Driver’s Package. BMW also projects up to 69 kilometres of silent range, thanks to the 18.6kWh battery pack in the car’s underbody. In the electric mode, the BMW M5 can hit speeds up to 140km/h and supports AC charging up to 7.4kW.

The most powerful BMW M5 is here | WION Drive

Kenyan President William Ruto has declined to sign a highly contentious finance bill that has sparked Nationwide protests he has sent the bill back to the Parliament for amendments after violent clashes outside the Parliament and across the country.

Kenya tax protests: President Ruto declines to sign finance bill following violent protests

For the second time in two years in the US, a major Supreme Court abortion decision has been accidentally leaked before the justices officially released it. Watch in for more details!

US top court mistakenly posts opinion allowing Idaho abortions

The stage is set for the Trump Biden debate on Thursday. The current Democratic President and his Republican predecessor will face off in Atlanta Georgia for the first of two debates ahead of November's Elections. Watch in for more details!

US Elections 2024: Donald Trump, Joe Biden to face off in first US presidential debate

President Droupadi Murmu addressed a joint session of both Houses of Parliament and congratulated all newly-elected MPs on Thursday (June 27). Watch to know more.

Parliament Session 2024: Indian President Droupadi Murmu's address to joint session of Parliament

Amazon has crossed a historic threshold. The e-commerce giant's market capitalization surpassed 2 trillion dollars for the first time on Wednesday. This achievement places amazon among an elite group of companies, joining apple, Microsoft, alphabet, and Nvidia in the 2 trillion dollar club.

Amazon market cap surpasses $2 trillion for first time

Astronauts aboard Boeing's Starliner are facing a delay in their return due to technical issues. The capsule's first crewed mission might need an extension, and SpaceX's crew dragon could be a backup option. Take a look at our next report...Watch in for more details!

NASA weighs options for safe return of astronauts Wilmore & Williams

The British pound has surged ahead of an anticipated Labour party victory in the July 4 election, but its future hinges on the new government's economic plans. Sterling has regained levels not seen since the 2016 Brexit vote, with investors hopeful for stability after years of conservative rule.

UK election may boost or break pound

Russia's Navy to receive more than 40 ships and boats in 2024 as per President Vladimir Putin at a meeting on ship building. Putin cited year on-year statistics According to which the Navy was provided 24 new ships and boats in 2022, 33 in 2023 and 40 are planned to be handed over in 2024. Watch in for more details!

Russian Navy eyeing a comeback as as war with Ukraine continues

In a massive crackdown on terror, the German government will tighten rules on deporting foreigners who glorify terror acts. Watch in for more details!

Germany to tighten law on deporting foreigners who glorify terrorist acts

US Elections: Trump and Biden's first Presidential debate of 2024

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