The US recorded its first bird flu-linked death Monday (Jan 6), raising alarm over the potential of human-to-human transmission. Health authorities in Louisiana declared that the 65-year-old patient had been hospitalised for respiratory illnesses and had underlying medical conditions. Watch in for more details!

US Health Authorities Urge Caution As Bird Flu Claims First Victim

With rising tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines has deployed air and sea assets to monitor China's largest coastal guard vessel in the exclusive economic zone. Watch in for more details!

South China Sea Tensions: China's Monster Vessel Enters Disputed Waters

Marking a significant leadership milestone for women's leadership in the Catholic Church, Pope Francis has appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the first woman to head a major Vatican office. Watch in for more details!

Pope Francis Paves Way For Female Leadership In The Vatican

China is bracing for its Spring Festival with only few weeks to go. The preparations are in full swing. Watch in for more details!

China's Grandest Traditional Festival; Shopping Season Underway Amid Spring Festival Fervour

The Maha Kumbh is only 6 days away, and security has been heightened in anticipation of the grand event, as more than 400 million people are expected at the site. Watch in for more details!

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: How Prepared Is Prayagraj For The Mega Event?

A powerful earthquake on Tuesday (Jan 7) jolted Tibet near the Nepalese border, bringing down several buildings and claiming the lives of 95 people, wounding 130 others reported state media.
The earthquake hit Dingri county with a magnitude of 6.8 near the border with Nepal at 9:05 am (0105 GMT), as per the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).

Massive Earthquake Jolts Tibet; Death Toll Rises To 53

India has confirmed seven cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections. While the Union Health Minister JP Nadda has assured the public that the situation is under control and there is no risk of a COVID-like outbreak in India, the question being asked is: should you be worried?

What is HMPV? Here's All You Need To Know About The Respiratory Virus

North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has confirmed the test launch of a hypersonic missile system. Kim claimed that the missile will contain any rivals in the Pacific region that can affect the security of North Korea. Watch in for more details!

North Korea Confirms Testing Hypersonic Missile; US, South Korea Condemn Missile Launch

The man responsible for the truck attack in New Orleans is reported to have constructed two bombs using a highly rare explosive compound. Senior law enforcement officials have stated that this compound has never been used in any previous terrorist attack in the U.S. or Europe. Watch in for more details!

New Orleans Attack Renews USA's Terrorism Fears

US Records First Human Death From Bird Flu

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in the city of Xigaze in Xizang Autonomous Region on Jan 7. At least 53 people died and 62 others were injured. Several people were killed and buildings were shaken in neighboring Nepal, Bhutan and India. The quake hit at 9:05 a.m. (0105 GMT), with its epicentre in Dingri, a rural county called as the northern gateway to the Everest region, at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). 
A surveillance camera shakes as a magnitude 6.8 earthquake rocks the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities. China Earthquake Administration launched a level-II emergency service response and sent a team to the site to assist with disaster relief efforts. Watch in for more details!

China Earthquake: 53 Dead, 62 Injured In Xizang 7.1-magnitude Tremor

WION brings you a special segment -- "Technology Transforming Lives". In this segment, we'll explore new innovations and inventions that hold the power to change life as we know it, both good and bad. Watch in for more details!

Will AI Change The Way We Practice Faith?

New Orleans Terror Attack: US House Intelligence Committee Chairman Makes Big Claim

Rising costs, stubborn inflation, and soaring taxes—India's middle class is feeling the pinch like never before. As Budget 2025 looms, the nation’s backbone demands an overhaul to ease their financial burdens. Here's our comprehensive report on their wishlist...

India Budget 2025: Middle Class Awaits Relief

Asian stock markets rose at the open, buoyed by a strong rally in U.S. tech shares overnight. Japan's Nikkei 225 surged 2.49%, driven by semiconductor optimism and a broader tech rally, while the Topix gained 1.32%. South Korea's Kospi rose 1.02% in early trade. In currency markets, the Indian rupee weakened to a record low of 85.84 against the U.S. dollar in the previous session, and the outlook remains weak in the short-term according to experts. Watch in for more details!

What's Moving Global Markets

Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel have taken legal action against President Joe Biden, challenging his block on their 14.9 billion dollar merger. The companies claim that Biden’s decision was politically driven, aimed at securing union support in key battleground states like Pennsylvania. Watch in for more details!

Nippon Steel & U.S. Steel Demand Fair Review After Merger Block

On Monday, President Joe Biden released an executive order to permanently restrict offshore oil and gas extraction in some areas of the Atlantic and Pacific seas. This would make it extremely difficult, if not impossible, for the next Trump government to reverse the decision. However, Trump has pledged to reverse that ban. Watch in for more details!

Biden's Executive Action Will Ban New Oil And Gas Leasing

AI is taking over the holiday shopping season in the United States. Retailers are switching strategies to digitally communicate with their consumers. The result? A 4 percent year-on-year rise in online sales in 2024.

AI Chatbots Drive 4% Boost In U.S. Holiday Online Sales

Argentina's recent economic shifts have triggered a dramatic change in consumer behavior. The country's currency, the peso, strengthened significantly in the second half of 2023, rising three times in real value compared to mid-year levels. This shift has made Argentina a more expensive place to live and shop. For everyday goods, like a Big Mac, Argentines are now paying up to 7,600 pesos, nearly double the cost in neighboring Brazil. Watch in for more details!

Soaring Costs In Argentina Fuel Overseas Shopping Frenzy

Germany marks a 'lost year' in its journey toward electric mobility. 2024 delivered a heavy blow to the nation’s flagship auto industry. High costs, patchy charging infrastructure, and the sudden withdrawal of subsidies have cast a shadow on Germany’s transition to battery-powered mobility.

Germany’s EV Sales Fall 27% In 2024, Marking A ‘lost Year’

As we tick into 2025, more members of Generation Beta are making their presence felt, and they’re expected to rewrite the business playbook. Born into a world of AI, climate challenges, and post-pandemic realities, these future leaders demand smarter tech, greener economies, and businesses that adapt—or perish. Are we ready for a generation that’s not just living in the future but shaping it? Take a look at this report for more...

Will Businesses Adapts To Generation Beta's Needs?

A significant generational divide is reshaping corporate dynamics in China’s evolving workplace. A report by recruitment consultancy Robert Walters reveals that 85% of Chinese employers face difficulties in managing cross-generational teams.

China’s Gen Z: Better Educated But Less Engaged In Workplace

Venezuela's embattled opposition has vowed to overcome fear and President Nicolás Maduro's plans to be sworn in for another term. Defiant leaders are renewing calls for mass demonstrations and visiting the White House to rally international support ahead of Maduro's inauguration, which is all set to take place on Friday. However, opposition contestant Edmundo Gonzalez claims to have won in a landslide. Watch in for more details!

Venezuela Opposition Leader Meets With US President Biden, Speaks To Trump Advisor

A massive earthquake of magnitude 7.1 hit Lobuche near the Nepal-China border on Tuesday (Jan 7) and its tremors were felt in several parts of India, including Bihar and Assam. Watch in for more details!

7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Tibet | Epicentre Located In Xizang, Tibet Near Nepalese Border: USGS

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