A&nbsp;member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US,&nbsp;El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.&nbsp;In other news, the US FDA has approved the first breath analyser diagnostic test for COVID-19.

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A former British citizen, a member of Islamic State, was convicted in US (Virginia) on Thursday. El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, was member of Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" for their British accents. He took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.

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A British conservative lawmaker who was recently convicted of sexually abusing a teenager back in 2008 has now resigned as a member of Parliament.&nbsp;Imran Ahmad Khan’s resignation has triggered a by-election that could very well be a test of UK PM Boris Johnson’s popularity.

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Just hours after Elon Musk offered to buy tech giant Twitter for USD 41.39 billion, the billionaire said that he was not sure if he would 'be able to acquire it'. He was speaking at TED2022 conference in Vancouver.&nbsp;

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given emergency use authorisation to a Covid diagnostic test, that uses breath samples to provide a positive or a negative result.&nbsp;Called the ‘InspectIR’ this breath analyser Covid test detects chemical compounds associated with coronavirus in breath samples.

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A member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US, El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.

A member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US, El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers. In other news, the US FDA has approved the first breath analyser diagnostic test for COVID-19. Click on the headlines to read more: Islamic State 'Beatles' cell member found guilty for beheading hostages A former British citizen, a member of Islamic State, was convicted in US (Virginia) on Thursday. El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, was member of Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" for their British accents. He took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers. UK MP convicted of sexual assault against teen quits to focus on clearing his name; triggers by-elections A British conservative lawmaker who was recently convicted of sexually abusing a teenager back in 2008 has now resigned as a member of Parliament. Imran Ahmad Khan’s resignation has triggered a by-election that could very well be a test of UK PM Boris Johnson’s popularity. Elon Musk 'not sure' if he'll be able to acquire Twitter Just hours after Elon Musk offered to buy tech giant Twitter for USD 41.39 billion, the billionaire said that he was not sure if he would 'be able to acquire it'. He was speaking at TED2022 conference in Vancouver. US FDA approves emergency use of first Covid test that uses breath samples US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given emergency use authorisation to a Covid diagnostic test, that uses breath samples to provide a positive or a negative result. Called the ‘InspectIR’ this breath analyser Covid test detects chemical compounds associated with coronavirus in breath samples. Watch | Elon Musk to 'unlock Twitter's potential', says $43 billion is his final offer for Twitter

Morning brief: Islamic State 'Beatles' member found guilty in US, Musk wants to buy Twitter, and more

The ousted Imran khan government has not given up and they are holding mega rallies still claiming foreign intervention. Our Pakistan bureau chief Anas Mallick spoke to former information minister Fawad Chaudhry. Watch this exclusive interview.

Pakistan Political Crisis: Imran Khan's aide & former minister Fawad Chaudhry speaks to WION

As per sources, the new premier of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has now expedited the process of getting his brother Nawaz Sharif back to Pakistan. Nawaz Sharif is currently residing in London and may return to Pakistan after eid.

Stage set for PML-N Supremo Nawaz Sharif to return to Pakistan?

As per sources, the new premier of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has now expedited the process of getting his brother Nawaz Sharif back to Pakistan. For more details on this news, we're joined by Ahmer Shaheen, Senior Journalist from Pakistan.

PML-N plans to bring back Nawaz Sharif to Pakistan

The incident happened in a private hotel in Islamabad, Pakistan. The video of their fight goes viral on social media. PTI worker reportedly called Noor Alam a 'turncoat'. Watch this report by Anas Mallick.

Pakistan: PTI dissident Noor Alam Khan engages in a brawl

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

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The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the&nbsp;Donbas region, with the United States&nbsp;claiming that Russia is&nbsp;"repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims. In other news, the US has now begun issuing gender-neutral passports to all its citizens.&nbsp;

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Pentagon said Russian forces were amassed in Donbas region but hadn't launched an offensive as yet amid indications of renewed fighting in the area.

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Top UN officials have called for a probe of Russia's aggression against women during its invasion of Ukraine, as well as the protection of children caught up in the conflict.

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Just hours after US President Joe Biden spoke to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a virtual summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said,&nbsp;"It is important that all countries, especially those with leverage, press Putin to end the war" referring to the Ukraine war.

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At a time when many states, and Republican lawmakers across the United States have been passing laws that as per critics are infringing upon LGBTQ rights, US President Joe Biden’s administration has come up with something no less than a boon. From Monday citizens in the US can now receive a passport with the gender designation “X”.

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The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the Donbas region, with the United States claiming that Russia is "repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims.

The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the Donbas region, with the United States claiming that Russia is "repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims. In other news, the US has now begun issuing gender-neutral passports to all its citizens. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Death for some': Russian forces surround Mariupol Pentagon said Russian forces were amassed in Donbas region but hadn't launched an offensive as yet amid indications of renewed fighting in the area. 'Sadists, rapists': Russian forces using rape as punishing tactic in Ukraine, UN women's body voices concern Top UN officials have called for a probe of Russia's aggression against women during its invasion of Ukraine, as well as the protection of children caught up in the conflict. Our purchases for the month would be less than what Europe does in an afternoon: Jaishankar on Russian oil Just hours after US President Joe Biden spoke to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a virtual summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, "It is important that all countries, especially those with leverage, press Putin to end the war" referring to the Ukraine war. 'It feels like the world is safer': Man, woman and...'X', US starts issuing gender-neutral passports At a time when many states, and Republican lawmakers across the United States have been passing laws that as per critics are infringing upon LGBTQ rights, US President Joe Biden’s administration has come up with something no less than a boon. From Monday citizens in the US can now receive a passport with the gender designation “X”. Watch | 'Tackling Ukraine crisis' key focus of Modi-Biden's virtual talks

Morning brief: Russian forces surround Mariupol, S.Jaishankar-Anthony Blinken's virtual meet, and more

Britain's Finance Minister Rishi Sunak is facing a lot of criticism over his family's financial arrangements. Rishi Sunak has now asked PM Boris Johnson for a review of his declarations of interest he is urged to determine whether he stuck to the rules on ministerial declarations.

UK finance minister Rishi Sunak under scanner over wife’s tax returns

With the Russia-Ukraine conflict reaching its sixth week, the latest satellite pictures from Ukraine show a Russian military convoy consisting of armoured vehicles and trucks along with artillery and support equipment moving south through the Ukrainian town of Velykyi Burluk, towards Kharkiv.

The first round of French elections projections shows&nbsp;Emmanuel Macron holding a slender 28.6 to 29.7 per cent lead over his far-right rival&nbsp;Marine Le Pen.

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According to the latest satellite pictures, a large Russian military column can be seen moving toward Kharkiv.&nbsp;

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The French elections headed for a runoff between Emmanuel Macron and&nbsp;Marine Le Pen&nbsp;as the first round projects appeared to be on the knife's edge, suggesting the French president held a slender 28.6 to 29.7 per cent lead over his far-right rival. The final results have still not been declared.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/27/250430-twitter.jpg" />Elon Musk who recently became Twitter's largest shareholder has suggested yet another seemingly bizarre poll. This time he has asked his followers if the social media giant's headquarters should be turned into a homeless shelter because as he puts it "no one shows up anyway".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-imran-khans-supporters-pml-n-workers-clash-outside-nawaz-sharifs-london-house-abuses-hurled-470085">Watch: Imran Khan's supporters, PML-N workers clash outside Nawaz Sharif's London house, abuses hurled</a>

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After Imran Khan was voted out of power by opposition parties, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters agitated outside Nawaz Sharif's London residence on Sunday.

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Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has opted against joining the Twitter board of directors.&nbsp;

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With the Russia-Ukraine conflict reaching its sixth week, the latest satellite pictures from Ukraine show a Russian military convoy consisting of armoured vehicles and trucks along with artillery and support equipment moving south through the Ukrainian town of Velykyi Burluk, towards Kharkiv.

With the Russia-Ukraine conflict reaching its sixth week, the latest satellite pictures from Ukraine show a Russian military convoy consisting of armoured vehicles and trucks along with artillery and support equipment moving south through the Ukrainian town of Velykyi Burluk, towards Kharkiv. The first round of French elections projections shows Emmanuel Macron holding a slender 28.6 to 29.7 per cent lead over his far-right rival Marine Le Pen. Also read about Elon Musk's bizarre suggestion for Twitter. Click on the headlines to read more Satellite pictures show large Russian military convoy moving towards Kharkiv According to the latest satellite pictures, a large Russian military column can be seen moving toward Kharkiv. French elections: Macron faces Le Pen in presidential runoff The French elections headed for a runoff between Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen as the first round projects appeared to be on the knife's edge, suggesting the French president held a slender 28.6 to 29.7 per cent lead over his far-right rival. The final results have still not been declared. Elon Musk wants to convert Twitter HQ into a homeless shelter 'since no one shows up anyway'; Twitter reacts Elon Musk who recently became Twitter's largest shareholder has suggested yet another seemingly bizarre poll. This time he has asked his followers if the social media giant's headquarters should be turned into a homeless shelter because as he puts it "no one shows up anyway". Watch: Imran Khan's supporters, PML-N workers clash outside Nawaz Sharif's London house, abuses hurled After Imran Khan was voted out of power by opposition parties, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters agitated outside Nawaz Sharif's London residence on Sunday. Elon Musk won't be joining board of directors, says Twitter CEO Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has opted against joining the Twitter board of directors. Watch | Sri Lanka to seek US$ 3 billion to stave off economic crisis, readies for negotiations with IMF

Morning brief: Russian convoy heads to Kharkiv, Musk wants to turn Twitter HQ into homeless shelter & more

In a recent update on Pakistan's political crisis, the top court will seal Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's fate today. The top court verdict is only a few hours away. To know more details, watch this report by Anas Mallick.

Turmoil in Pakistan: Top court to seal PM Imran Khan's fate today

PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto said we welcome you back to the purana Pakistan. Democracy is the best revenge, Pakistan Zindabad. Shehbaz Sharif has also assured that his government won't seek revenge.

Pak political crisis: 'Democracy, of course, is the best revenge,' says Bilawal Bhutto

After several delays, the voting on the no-confidence motion has concluded. The new prime minister of Pakistan will be elected on Monday and PM Imran Khan's term came to an unceremonious end.

Pak Political Crisis: Prime Ministerial term comes to an unceremonious end

After yesterday's midnight chaos, Imran Khan becomes 1st prime minister to lose the trust vote and now the national assembly will reconvene on Monday. In a recent update on Pak political crisis, the opposition has nominated Shehbaz Sharif for Pakistan's new prime minister.

Pak political crisis: Opposition nominates Shehbaz Sharif for Pakistan's new PM

WION spoke to Raza Ahmad Rumi, who is a Pakistani policy analyst, journalist and an author. The conversation is on the political crisis that is going on in Pakistan.

WION speaks to Journalist & Columnist Raza Rumi on Pakistan political crisis

In Pakistan, the opposition has hailed the apex court's judgment. Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan will face a no-confidence vote on Saturday. For more on this, WION is joined by Gul Bukhari, a columnist.

Pakistan political turmoil: In conversation with Columnist Gul Bukhari

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan's future is to be decided in Parliament today. 5 member panel will preside over the no-trust session. As per experts, Prime Minister Imran Khan is likely to lose. Watch this report by Anas Mallick to get more information.

No-Trust vote in Islamabad: PTI likely losing majority in lower house

5 member panel likely to preside over no-trust session in Islamabad today. PM Khan's future is to be decided in Parliament. To get more perspective on Pakistan's situation, we're joined by Pak journalist Omer Altaf.

Turmoil in Pakistan: PM Imran Khan's political future to be decided in parliament

During his address to the nation, Imran Khan has again lauded India for its strong foreign policy. He says the Supreme Court verdict disappoints me, but I accept it.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan calls on youth to protest, lauds India for its strong foreign policy

In a recent development in Pakistan's political crisis, PM Imran Khan slammed buying and selling of consciences of lawmakers. On the other side, US state department says there is absolutely no truth to these allegations. To get more perspective, we're joined by Lester Munson, senior fellow, National security institute.

US refutes Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's conspiracy letter again

Amid Pakistan's political crisis, PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto has declared Shehbaz Sharif 'Wazir-e-Azam. Who is Shehbaz Sharif? How are his ties with Pakistan's army?

'Shehbaz Sharif will be Pakistan's next Prime Minister,' says Bilawal Bhutto

A lot of chaos is happening in Pakistan right now, Pakistan's parliament session was delayed without giving any official reason. To get more perspective on the current scenario of Pakistan, we're joined by Dr Hamid Khan; Journalist & Strategic Affairs Expert.

Pakistan political crisis update: National assembly session yet to reconvene

Pakistan's parliament session was delayed without giving any official reason. What is currently happening in Pakistan right now? To get more details on the current scenario of Pakistan, we're joined by Anas Mallick and Francesca Marino, Journalist & Author.

Pak political crisis update: What is happening in Pakistan?

The national assembly in Pakistan has just reconvened after a delay. Maryam Nawaz calls Imran Khan a 'psychopath'. She said Imran Khan is holding the entire nation hostage.

Pakistan national assembly session reconvenes after delay

A former international cricket star, an oxford graduate, and Pakistan's heartthrob, Prime Minister Imran Khan who has now thrown the country into political turmoil has donned many hats. Take a look at Khan's journey.

A Cricketer turned Politician: Fate of Imran Khan hangs in the balance

Opposition leader Shehbaz Sharif has reached the assembly and the Pakistan parliament will decide PM Imran Khan's fate today. As per experts, prime minister Imran Khan is expected to lose. To get more perspective on Pakistan's current scenario, we're joined by Senior journalist, Imtiaz Gul.

Pak parliament showdown: Pakistan braces for no-confidence vote against Imran Khan

In a recent update on Pakistan's political crisis, FM Qureshi has started addressing the parliament and said opposition has right to place motion, we have right to defend.

Pakistan political crisis: Oppn has right to place motion, we have right to defend, says FM Qureshi

While Pakistan national assembly adjourned till 12:30 local time, the opposition has urged the speaker to immediately call for the no-trust vote. On another side, FM Qureshi called for a probe into conspiracy letter findings.

Turmoil in Pakistan: Doubt over no-trust vote grips opposition

FM Qureshi has started addressing the Pakistan parliament. Qureshi raked up foreign conspiracy claims during the Pakistan parliament session. He said that no intention to repeat the April 3rd events. To get more information on Pakistan's political crisis, we're joined by Anas Mallick.

Pak Political crisis update: FM Qureshi calls for probe on foreign conspiracy claims

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has addressed the nation today ahead of the no-trust vote. Imran Khan said he is disappointed by the top court’s verdict against him. To get more details, we're joined by Anas Mallick.

Pakistan's 'embattled' PM addresses the nation ahead of the no-trust vote

In Pakistan, the opposition has hailed the apex court's judgment. Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan will face a no-confidence vote on Saturday. To get more details, watch this report by Anas Mallick.

Pakistan political crisis: Pak supreme court restores national assembly

Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan will face a no-confidence vote on Saturday. The Supreme court has overruled the deputy speaker's ruling rejecting a no-trust vote.

Pakistan political crisis: Top court overrules deputy speaker's ruling rejecting no-trust vote

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