US President Donald Trump has his hands full with a global trade war, but that did not stop him from fulfilling one of his longtime priorities on Wednesday — to end what he calls a war on showers. The US president has signed an order to roll back Biden-era conservation regulations that basically limit pressure for showerheads and other water appliances, calling the rules ridiculous.

Trump signs executive order on water pressure to ‘restore shower freedom’

As the U.S. imposes new sanctions, Iran is expanding its drone capabilities near its borders

Iran beefs up border drone bases as US slaps new sanctions

Ukraine is calling up 30,000 new soldiers every month. Most are young men barely out of school, forced into a war they didn’t choose.

Ukraine’s top general demands 30,000 new troops a month

#GRAVITAS | In an unexpected turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day tariff pause for most nations after his reciprocal levies started a full-blown tariff war that rattled global markets. However, he did not spare one country- China which is Washington's arch rival. Watch this video to find out more.

Trump slaps 125% tariff on enemy number one, China

India’s defence strategy is evolving, and at the heart of this shift is the Indian Navy. From new fighter jets to powerful submarines, India’s naval force is fast becoming the country’s primary tool of power projection.

Indian Navy now the strike arm of India’s defence strategy

The U.S. has reportedly fast-tracked production of its secret new nuclear weapon, the B61-13. The gravity bomb in question is reportedly 24 times more powerful than the one dropped on Hiroshima and comes amid rising tensions between U.S. and China, Russia and Iran. On this episode of #Gravitas, we get you all the details of this bomb.

US creating gravity bomb, 24 times more powerful than Hiroshima

The countdown has begun to the presidential elections in South Korea. Han Dong-Hoon, the former representative of the People Power Party, and Lee Jae-Myung of the Democratic Party have declared their candidature for the June 3rd elections. Watch in for more details!

Acting President Han Duck-Soo announces candidacy, Han Dong-Hoon vs Lee Jae-Jyung

Heavy drinkers are at an increased risk of a type of brain injury linked with memory and thinking problems. This is according to a new study published in the Journal of Neurology. The researchers studied individuals who had an average age of about 35 at the time of their death and all of them had brain autopsies.

Eight or more drinks per week linked to signs of injury in the brain

The Russian forces have launched some devastating attacks across Ukraine. The Ukrainian military chief has admitted that the front lines are under serious pressure. And our next story takes a look at how Kiev is now rushing much younger recruits with very minimum training to the battlefield.

Ukraine rushes young troops to stem Russian tide, teenagers with 3 months training rushed to border

Argentina is bracing for a 24-hour general strike on Thursday against strong austerity measures imposed by President Javier Milei. The strike officially kicked in at midnight. Banking, education, healthcare and ports are expected to be hit. Watch in for more details!

Argentina sees protests swell ahead of major strike; anger over Prez Milei's 'chainsaw austerity'

President Daniel Noboa and the opposition leader Luisa Gonzalez made their final pitch to the voters ahead of Ecuador's presidential election. Addressing the supporters, Noboa promised to end the failed revolution in the narco terrorism.

Ecuador elections: Campaigning ends, candidates make final pitch

Gabon is in fact holding its very first elections after the military coup of 2023 on Saturday that ended the five-decade-long dynastic rule of Ali Bongo. The coup leaders proclaimed Brice Oligui Nguema, the Republican Guard chief and a cousin of Bongo, as president of a transitional committee to lead the nation. Watch in for more details!

Gabon presidential election: Military ruler Ligui Niguema remains front runner

As elections are approaching, the political landscape is heating up in Canada with a war of words between Prime Minister Mark Carney and his conservative rival Pierre Poilievre taking a rather personal turn. Now, during a news conference, Poilievre gave a piece of advice to the voters. He said that they should not think that Carney is any different from Trudeau because he has a banker's haircut and wears a pair of blue socks.

Canada: Poilievre, Carney campaign in vote-rich Greater Toronto

A major split in South Sudan's main opposition party has sparked a new political uncertainty. The SPLM opposition has named Stephen Par Kuol as its interim leader while the chairman Reich Mashar continues to remain under house arrest. The Kuol who is the minister of peace building said that the party's national liberation council has approved this move while insisting that it is not a coup.

South Sudan: Stephen Kuol takes over SPLM-IO leadership amid growing divisions

The security forces are carrying out massive search operations in the Udhampur district of Jammu division for the second consecutive day. The forces and terrorists were involved in a brief encounter, after which more deployment was brought in, and the search for the terrorists still continues. Watch in for more details!

Encounter in Jammu & Kashmir: Day 2 of search operations in Udhampur

The global tariff war has entered into a whole new phase. President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs on over 125% on Chinese imports, sharply escalating the tensions between the world's two largest economies. Now, Trump in fact took to his social media handle to announce his latest reversal. He blamed China for the recent global market rout that is now engaged in a direct confrontation with a critical trade partner.

US vs China: Global growth at risk as economic giants clash

US President Donald Trump says he 'can't imagine' increasing tariffs against China, shortly after his administration hiked duties on Beijing to 125 per cent. "I can't imagine it," he tells reporters at the White House, hours after the administration announced it was dropping tariffs on most nations to 10 per cent. Watch in for more details!

US-China war: China condemns 'bullying' as Trump's 104% tariffs kick in, vows resolute measures

The death toll in the aftermath of the recent bombing by the Americans on the port city of Hodeida in Yemen has now risen to over 12. The Houthis have blamed the United States for the attack, which targeted, they say, clearly marked residential areas in the western province. American defense officials claim that they've hit or bombed more than 100 targets in the Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen.

US-Houthis conflict: Yemen accuses US of 'massacre' in Hodeida

Kash Patel has been removed as the acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). According to reports, Patel hadn't been seen at an ATF facility for weeks. He has now been replaced by U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll. Watch in for more details!

FBI director Kash Patel removed as acting chief of firearms, alcohol body

Microsoft has suddenly suspended services for several Chinese institutions, including a prominent university and a genomics firm, sparking concerns over intensifying US-China tech decoupling. The move signals deeper fractures in global tech ties and raises questions about the future of American firms operating in China.

Microsoft abruptly halts services for Chinese clients

Japan has constructed the world’s first 3D-printed train station, completing the futuristic structure in under six hours. This groundbreaking project showcases the potential of 3D printing in revolutionizing public infrastructure. With France also exploring the tech for housing, 3D printing is rapidly becoming a global solution to construction challenges.

Japan constructed world's first 3-D printed train station

President Donald Trump has paused tariff hikes on all major US trading partners—except China. While global tariffs are on hold for 90 days, China now faces a steep 125% levy. In response, Beijing has imposed retaliatory tariffs of 84% on American imports. Trump accused China of showing “disrespect” to world markets, sharpening the trade war’s focus on Beijing. Watch this report to know more!

Trump trade war: Trump pauses global tariffs, singles out China with hike

5 Key Takeaways From The New Tariff Move:

- US Stocks Soar 10% Amid Tariff Reversal
- Goldman Sachs Rescinds Recession Forecast
- China's Deflationary Pressures Persist
- China & Russia Settle Energy Trades In Bitcoin
- Oil Prices Retreat Despite Tariff Pause
 Watch this report to know more!

Trade war: Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days in all countries except China

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Trump signs executive order on water pressure to ‘restore shower freedom’

Iran beefs up border drone bases as US slaps new sanctions

Ukraine’s top general demands 30,000 new troops a month

Trump slaps 125% tariff on enemy number one, China

Indian Navy now the strike arm of India’s defence strategy

US creating gravity bomb, 24 times more powerful than Hiroshima

Acting President Han Duck-Soo announces candidacy, Han Dong-Hoon vs Lee Jae-Jyung

Eight or more drinks per week linked to signs of injury in the brain

Ukraine rushes young troops to stem Russian tide, teenagers with 3 months training rushed to border

Argentina sees protests swell ahead of major strike; anger over Prez Milei's 'chainsaw austerity'

Ecuador elections: Campaigning ends, candidates make final pitch

Gabon presidential election: Military ruler Ligui Niguema remains front runner

Gabon presidential election: Military ruler Ligui Niguema remains front runner

Canada: Poilievre, Carney campaign in vote-rich Greater Toronto

South Sudan: Stephen Kuol takes over SPLM-IO leadership amid growing divisions

Encounter in Jammu & Kashmir: Day 2 of search operations in Udhampur

US vs China: Global growth at risk as economic giants clash

US-China war: China condemns 'bullying' as Trump's 104% tariffs kick in, vows resolute measures

US-Houthis conflict: Yemen accuses US of 'massacre' in Hodeida

FBI director Kash Patel removed as acting chief of firearms, alcohol body

Microsoft abruptly halts services for Chinese clients

Japan constructed world's first 3-D printed train station

Trump trade war: Trump pauses global tariffs, singles out China with hike

Trade war: Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days in all countries except China