"Knife-enabled" crime, in which knives were used to commit crimes or someone was caught illegally possessing one - rose 7% in England and Wales last year, according to the government data. Watch in for more details!

UK: 7% year-on-year rise in knife offenses, restricting knives gets trickier

The battle for Kharkiv has intensified with the Ukrainian military now pulling back to new positions. Russian missile strikes destroyed buildings in Ukraine's Kharkiv. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Situation in Kharkiv 'dire', Russian missiles ound Kharkiv villages | WION

After a historic 7-month deployment that saw some of the most dangerous engagements in recent American Naval history, the destroyer USS Carney back in the United States.

US: USS' Carney returns after six months of deployment in Red Sea

The US Treasury Department has exposed an alleged scheme by sanctioned Russian oligarch to evade sanctions. The scheme involved in a complex web of companies designed to disguise ownership of a $1.5 billion industrial stake. Watch in for more details!

US-Russia tensions rise over sanctions and nuclear fuel

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Tuesday oversaw a tactical missile weapons system that will be newly installed at missile units of its army. Watch in for more details!

North Korea demonstrates war readiness against South Korea, US

Data reveals Pakistani nationals own property worth approximately $11 billion in Dubai. List includes names of some high profile Pakistani lawmakers including the country's former President Pervez Musharraf and current President Asif Ali Zardari. Watch in for more details!

'Dubai Unlocked’ data leak: Explosive report names top Pakistani lawmakers

Russia-Ukraine war: 20-storey building hit in Kharkiv as Russia steps up attack in Ukraine

The BRICS group of nations have pledged a billion dollars for storm-ravaged southern Brazil. The aid pours in as the receding floodwaters begin to reveal the full extent of the devastation. Watch in for more climate updates!

Brazil Floods: Death toll from floods in Brazil hits 149

Rescuers are recovering more bodies after weekend flash floods and cold lava flow on Indonesia's Sumatra island killed at least 57 people. Another 22 are reported missing. Watch in for more details!

Indonesia flood death toll rises to 57; authorities search for 22 missing

Low voter turnout has been a key issue in India's ongoing elections. But Assam state has bucked that trend with close to 90% of the electorate exercising their franchise. So, what does the busiest voting state want from the new government?

India General Elections 2024: What Assam wants from India's new government?

In Poll Countdown, a roundup of all the latest updates from ground: Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal will be holding his first joint election campaign with Congress. Meanwhile, the campaign for the fifth phase of voting set to be held on May 20 is going on in full swing. Stay tuned with WION for all the latest updates on Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Watch in for more details!

India General Elections 2024: Congress announces list of star campaigners for 7th phase in UP

The Prime Minister of the latest NATO member Sweden has said he is open to allowing nuclear weapons on Swedish soil in war time. Watch in for more details!

Sweden open to deploy Nukes: PM Ulf Kristersson

An Indian personnel working with the United Nations lost his life in Gaza after his vehicle was targeted in an attack in Rafah, making it the “first international" casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Watch in for more details!

Indian UN worker killed in Gaza, first International casualty In Israel-Hamas war

Watch top headlines of the hour: - Gaza: Indian UN staff member killed - Antony Blinken arrives in Kyiv - Michael Cohen admits paying hush money for Trump - Mumbai hoarding collapse kills 14

Mumbai hoarding collapse kills 14 | Gaza: Indian UN staff member killed

Tensions have escalated in the contested waters of the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila yet again. Watch in for more details!

South China Sea dispute: Manila pledges to block China's reclamation at the Sabina Shoal

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti has claimed the US had allowed India to buy Russian oil. He said that they allowed the purchase to take place to ensure the prices did not go up globally. His statement has triggered a series of question marks. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: US Ambassador's statement on India's purchase of Russian oil

In the latest,&nbsp;Georgia's parliament passed the highly controversial 'foreign agents' bill, despite weeks of often violent protests. The bill has been criticised for its resemblance to Russia's repressive legislation used to stifle dissent. In other news, US&nbsp;President Joe Biden is increasing tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports in several key industries deemed vital to US national security. Separately, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged that an aide of Arvind Kejriwal&nbsp;had "misbehaved" with MP Swati Maliwal.

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Georgia’s parliament adopted the highly controversial ‘foreign agents’ bill, on Tuesday (May 14) despite weeks of, often violent, protests, which has been criticised for being similar to Russia’s repressive legislation used to silence dissent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-fumes-as-biden-administration-ramps-up-tariffs-on-chinese-imports-721413">China fumes as Biden administration ramps up tariffs on Chinese imports</a>

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In an effort to impede&nbsp;Beijing's&nbsp;development of vital technology and give priority to US production, President Joe Biden is raising tariffs on&nbsp;Chinese imports in a few key industries that are considered critical to national security.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hush-money-trial-trumps-fixer-turned-foe-michael-cohen-returns-to-the-witness-stand-721425">Hush money trial: Trump’s fixer-turned-foe, Michael Cohen, returns to the witness stand</a>

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The former United States President Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer turned foe Michael Cohen returned to the witness stand, on Tuesday (May 14) amid the ongoing historic criminal trial of the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. This comes a day after Cohen, a key witness, testified that the former president had personally authorised him to make hush money payment to a porn star weeks ahead of the 2016 presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-prison-van-attack-two-officers-killed-inmate-on-the-run-after-ambush-721405">France prison van attack: Manhunt launched after 2 officers killed and inmate freed</a>

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Two French prison officers were killed in an ambush on a prison van near Rouen, Normandy on Tuesday (May 14).&nbsp;According to French media, an inmate who was being transported in the van escaped with the attackers.

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In a baffling statement, United States Senator Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina) compared the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza to the US’ decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan during World War II and told Israel to “do whatever” to finish the military operation it has launched in the blockaded enclave.&nbsp;

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In a key development aimed at bolstering tourism and connectivity between India and Cambodia, direct flights are set to commence between the two countries starting June 16. This move, facilitated by Cambodia’s Angkor Air will help in enhancing travel opportunities for both Indian tourists visiting Cambodia and Cambodian visitors exploring India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aap-admits-kejriwals-aide-misbehaved-with-swati-maliwal-in-delhi-cms-drawing-room-721373">AAP admits Kejriwal’s aide ‘misbehaved’ with MP Swati Maliwal in Delhi CM’s drawing room</a>

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A day after former DCW chief Swati Maliwal reported an assault at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged on Tuesday (May14) that an aide of the AAP leader had "misbehaved" with her. The party added that Kejriwal is aware of the incident and will take suitable action against the person involved.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/patanjali-misleading-ads-case-top-court-urges-ramdev-to-wield-influence-responsibly-slams-ima-chief-721426">Patanjali misleading ads case: Top court urges Ramdev to wield influence responsibly; slams IMA chief</a>

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The Supreme Court stated on Tuesday that yoga guru Ramdev has "a lot of influence" and should "use it in the right way" during a hearing on the misleading Patanjali advertisements case. Additionally, the court postponed&nbsp;making a decision in&nbsp;the contempt proceedings brought against Ramdev, the company, and his aide Acharya Balkrishna.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-announces-sweeping-privatisation-plan-amid-imf-loan-negotiations-721431">Pakistan announces sweeping privatisation plan amid IMF loan negotiations</a>

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In an effort to rejuvenate its faltering economy, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif unveiled plans on Tuesday (May 14), to privatise all state-owned enterprises (SOEs), with the exception of strategic ones. This&nbsp;initiative is intended to alleviate the financial strain on the nation, which is facing significant economic challenges.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bhima-koregaon-case-indias-top-court-grants-bail-to-gautam-navlakha-says-trial-may-take-years-721355">Bhima Koregaon case: India’s top court grants bail to Gautam Navlakha, says trial may ‘take years'</a>

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The Supreme Court of India&nbsp;on Tuesday (May 14)&nbsp;granted bail&nbsp;to Gautam Navlakha, an accused in the Bhima Koregaon violence case, observing that the trial is unlikely to end&nbsp;soon.

In the latest, Georgia's parliament passed the highly controversial 'foreign agents' bill, despite weeks of often violent protests. The bill has been criticised for its resemblance to Russia's repressive legislation used to stifle dissent.

In the latest, Georgia's parliament passed the highly controversial 'foreign agents' bill, despite weeks of often violent protests. The bill has been criticised for its resemblance to Russia's repressive legislation used to stifle dissent. In other news, US President Joe Biden is increasing tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports in several key industries deemed vital to US national security. Separately, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged that an aide of Arvind Kejriwal had "misbehaved" with MP Swati Maliwal. Click on the headlines to read more. Georgia adopts controversial ‘foreign agents’ law amid brawls and protests Georgia’s parliament adopted the highly controversial ‘foreign agents’ bill, on Tuesday (May 14) despite weeks of, often violent, protests, which has been criticised for being similar to Russia’s repressive legislation used to silence dissent. China fumes as Biden administration ramps up tariffs on Chinese imports In an effort to impede Beijing's development of vital technology and give priority to US production, President Joe Biden is raising tariffs on Chinese imports in a few key industries that are considered critical to national security. Hush money trial: Trump’s fixer-turned-foe, Michael Cohen, returns to the witness stand The former United States President Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer turned foe Michael Cohen returned to the witness stand, on Tuesday (May 14) amid the ongoing historic criminal trial of the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. This comes a day after Cohen, a key witness, testified that the former president had personally authorised him to make hush money payment to a porn star weeks ahead of the 2016 presidential election. France prison van attack: Manhunt launched after 2 officers killed and inmate freed Two French prison officers were killed in an ambush on a prison van near Rouen, Normandy on Tuesday (May 14). According to French media, an inmate who was being transported in the van escaped with the attackers. US Senator Lindsey Graham suggests Israel should nuke Gaza In a baffling statement, United States Senator Lindsey Graham (Republican-South Carolina) compared the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza to the US’ decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan during World War II and told Israel to “do whatever” to finish the military operation it has launched in the blockaded enclave. Cambodia-India direct flights set to boost tourism, connectivity In a key development aimed at bolstering tourism and connectivity between India and Cambodia, direct flights are set to commence between the two countries starting June 16. This move, facilitated by Cambodia’s Angkor Air will help in enhancing travel opportunities for both Indian tourists visiting Cambodia and Cambodian visitors exploring India. AAP admits Kejriwal’s aide ‘misbehaved’ with MP Swati Maliwal in Delhi CM’s drawing room A day after former DCW chief Swati Maliwal reported an assault at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged on Tuesday (May14) that an aide of the AAP leader had "misbehaved" with her. The party added that Kejriwal is aware of the incident and will take suitable action against the person involved. Patanjali misleading ads case: Top court urges Ramdev to wield influence responsibly; slams IMA chief The Supreme Court stated on Tuesday that yoga guru Ramdev has "a lot of influence" and should "use it in the right way" during a hearing on the misleading Patanjali advertisements case. Additionally, the court postponed making a decision in the contempt proceedings brought against Ramdev, the company, and his aide Acharya Balkrishna. Pakistan announces sweeping privatisation plan amid IMF loan negotiations In an effort to rejuvenate its faltering economy, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif unveiled plans on Tuesday (May 14), to privatise all state-owned enterprises (SOEs), with the exception of strategic ones. This initiative is intended to alleviate the financial strain on the nation, which is facing significant economic challenges. Bhima Koregaon case: India’s top court grants bail to Gautam Navlakha, says trial may ‘take years' The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday (May 14) granted bail to Gautam Navlakha, an accused in the Bhima Koregaon violence case, observing that the trial is unlikely to end soon.

Top 10 world news: Biden raises tariffs on Chinese imports; Georgia adopts 'foreign agents' law; and more

For the first time in its 61-year history, Porsche is installing a hybrid drive system in a roadgoing 911. The upcoming all-new Porsche 911 will get a new 400V electric system, possibly combined with a 4.4-litre V8 engine, and it will be faster than its predecessor. Following a worldwide testing process of over 3 million miles, the first-ever series-production 911 Hybrid is all set to make its global debut on May 28. So, let's take a look at some of its mind-boggling performance-test results.

2025 Porsche 911 to go hybrid | WION Drive

7 months after the war broke out in Gaza Israelis are celebrating a muted 76th Independence. Watch in for more details!

Israel celebrates 76th Independence Day in the shadow of Gaza war

The West has been focused on the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. But it has conveniently ignored the one raging in Sudan's Darfur. A Human Rights Watch report has accused the paramilitary forces RSF of ethnic cleansing, crimes against humanity.

Gravitas: Amid wars in Ukraine & Gaza, here's a war nobody is talking about

US Treasury secretary Janet Yellen warns of potential retaliation from china amid escalating trade tensions. The Biden administration is considering quadrupling tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, batteries, and solar cells. Yellen emphasizes the need for targeted measures to protect US Investments in emerging sectors, citing concerns over china's unfair trade practices.

Yellen warns of potential Chinese retaliation amid US trade tariffs

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is on a surprise visit to Kyiv. But are you even surprised? Blinken has been taking multiple diplomatic foreign trips. But how are these trips helping anyone?

Gravitas | Ukraine war: Blinken in Kyiv to reassure Ukraine of US support

The Maldives a popular tourist destination known for its luxurious resorts is facing a potential debt crisis. The international monetary fund has warned that the island nation is at high risk of debt distress due to heavy reliance on loans particularly from China. Watch in for details!

IMF warns Maldives to change its course on debt

US Airlines are taking the fight over hidden fees to the skies. A group of major carriers, including American, Delta, and United, are suing the department of transportation to block a new rule requiring upfront disclosure of all airline fees. Watch in for more details!

US: Airlines sue US transportation department over fee disclosure rule

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