Asia's second-largest economy has been hit by the biggest economic contraction in the second quarter. The economy has shrunk at its fastest rate on record as it battles the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 pandemic crushes business, consumer spending in Japan

Israel’s economy shrank by 28.7% in the second quarter, hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic that has led to mass job losses and weaker consumer spending, trade and investment.

COVID-19 pandemic: Israel economy shrinks in second quarter

Germany has launched a new investigation into Amazon's ties with third party traders selling on its site. Watch report.

German watchdog launches Amazon investigation | World News

A massive explosion in Beirut has claimed several lives and caused massive destruction. Among those affected lies a significant number of Lebanon's vulnerable populations which are the Syrian refugees. Watch report,

A tale of survival from the deadly Beirut blast: Beirut explosion aftermath

The annual wildebeest migration began without any international tourists due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya.

Wildebeest migration without tourists in Kenya: Bad news for conservationist

India has dispatched over 30 tonnes of technical equipment and material on board an Indian Air Force (IAF) Aircraft to Mauritius to help the island nation deal with the oil spill. Watch report.

India acts under oil spill disaster contingency plan: Sends help to Mauritius

Joe Biden started his career in Delaware, represented his state in the US Senate. But the presumptive candidate for the democrats is a native of Pennsylvania. A state which he still calls home. Watch report.

Pennsylvania is Biden's native state: Biden's friend's recall time spent with him

India has now recorded more than 50,000 deaths as the total number of cases in the country has now surpassed 2.6 million. Watch report.

COVID-19 Pandemic: India records 58,000 cases and more than 900 deaths in last 24 hours

United States has lost a bid to extent the United Nation's imposed arms embargo on Iran at United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Russia & China opposed the US bid to extend Iran arms ban.

US loses bid to extent the United Nation's imposed arms embargo on Iran at UNSC

Russian President Vladamir Putin proudly announced the approval of the world's first COVID-19 vaccine. A Russian doctor has raised some concerns over the use of vaccines. Watch report.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Russian doctor flags concerns regarding use of Sputnik V

The protests in Belarus have entered their sixth day. For the first time in the last 5 days, the protests were majorly peaceful. Watch report.

Belarus protests: EU rejects Belarus election result

The Chinese commerce ministry has said that it will launch a digital currency pilot program in some cities including those in the northern Chinese region of Beijing.

Sovereign digital currency arms race: Chinese home-grown digital currency to be out soon

In a move likely to further inflame tensions between the US and China. Taiwan formally signed an agreement to buy 66 of the latest model F-16 jets built by Lockheed Martin Corp.

US-Taiwan Defence Deal: Taiwan buys jets from Lockheed Martin

PM Modi on the occasion of India's 74 Independence Day is addressing the nation from the Red Fort. PM said that the government is constantly working improving towards improving the connectivity in the nation.

Indian PM Narendra Modi: "Our focus is on improving connectivity" | India News

Meanwhile, in a direct reference to China and the recent standoff at the LoC between India and China, Indian PM Narendra Modi in his speech at the Red Fort said that no one can challenge India's sovereignty and if India sovereignty is attacked then India will respond with a befitting reply.

Indian PM Narendra Modi speech at India's 74th Independence Day: "Indian Army showed its might at LoC & LAC"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech on the Red Fort said, “Not one, not two, as many as three coronavirus vaccines are being tested in India.” He added, "India is ready to mass-produce COVID-19 vaccines to distribute across the country when scientists give the go-ahead to do so."

Indian PM Narendra Modi: India is working to develop 3 COVID-19 vaccines

On the occasion of India's 74th Independence Day, PM Modi is addressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort. PM hailed the corona warriors and said that the nation will surely win the fight against the coronavirus.

Indian PM Narendra Modi address on India's 74th Independence Day: India will win the battle against COVID-19

New Zealand's government on August 14 extended a lockdown of its largest city Auckland for another 12 days as it tries to stamp out its first domestic coronavirus outbreak in more than three months.

New Zealand extends lockdown in Auckland as COVID-19 cluster grows

The Afghan government has announced a new council to safeguard women’s rights and interests, amid fears peace talks with the Taliban could lead to the loss of hard-won gains. Watch report.

Afghanistan's council to safeguard women rights: Fear of Taliban curbing rights

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro received the best approval rating of his term on August 14. His popularity was boosted among recipients of COVID-19 stimulus payments.

COVID-19 pandemic: Bolsonaro's approval rating at an all-time high

Take a look at the 29 seconds of the shock for Beirut residents at a shopping complex. CCTV captures the raw moments just before and ahead of the explosion which hit Beirut at 6.09 PM local time.

WION Exclusive: Visuals capturing Beirut explosion wreaking havoc on shopping complex

In an address to the nation on the eve of 74th Independence Day, India's President Ram Nath Kovind said that the historic day will not be the same as every previous year for obvious reasons due to the pandemic.

Indian President Ram Nath Kovind addresses nation on eve of Independence Day

Israel and the United Arab Emirates will be signing a historic peace deal to normalize relations between the two nations. Watch report.

Israel -UAE peace deal: Netanyahu hails new era for Israel

Earlier this week Alexander Lukashenko took office for the 6th consecutive term as the President of Belarus. However, the people of Belarus have completely rejected the poll results. Watch report.

Belarus Protests: EU to discuss sanctions on Belarus

After ten days of the Beirut blast, an Israeli seismological and munitions expert has now said that a series of small 6 blasts preceded the major blast. Watch report.

Israeli expert makes a stunning claim: '6 small blasts preceded Beirut blast

President Bashar-al-Assad is strapped for cash, losing the favour of western nations and having to fight on multiple fronts in the nation's decade long civil war. All this has left him with little choice to round up the country's business tycoons and get them to empty their pockets.

Family rift adds to Assad's woes: Once closest confidant, now sworn foe

Twin Doctors Dennis and Michael D'urso are braving the COVID-19 pandemic across two separate states in the United States. They are emergency room doctors treating COVID-19 patients. Watch report.

From New York to Miami tales of COVID-19: Life inside an  emergency room

US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and the United Arab Emirates will be signing a historic peace deal to normalize relations between the two nations. Watch report.

UAE, Israel announce historic peace deal | Trump brokers historic Abraham accords | World News

The world leaders have adopted a wait and watch approach to the new peace deal between Israel and UAE. While most countries have welcomed the effort. Watch report.

World reactions to Israel-UAE peace deal

Greece has put its armed forces on alert after Turkey sent a survey ship to a disputed area of the Mediterranean sea. Watch report.

Greece-Turkey tensions: 'Turkish provocation won't go unanswered', says Greece

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COVID-19 pandemic crushes business, consumer spending in Japan

COVID-19 pandemic: Israel economy shrinks in second quarter

German watchdog launches Amazon investigation | World News

A tale of survival from the deadly Beirut blast: Beirut explosion aftermath

Wildebeest migration without tourists in Kenya: Bad news for conservationist

India acts under oil spill disaster contingency plan: Sends help to Mauritius

Pennsylvania is Biden's native state: Biden's friend's recall time spent with him

COVID-19 Pandemic: India records 58,000 cases and more than 900 deaths in last 24 hours

COVID-19 Pandemic: India records 58,000 cases and more than 900 deaths in last 24 hours

US loses bid to extent the United Nation's imposed arms embargo on Iran at UNSC

COVID-19 Pandemic: Russian doctor flags concerns regarding use of Sputnik V

Belarus protests: EU rejects Belarus election result

Sovereign digital currency arms race: Chinese home-grown digital currency to be out soon

US-Taiwan Defence Deal: Taiwan buys jets from Lockheed Martin

Indian PM Narendra Modi: "Our focus is on improving connectivity" | India News

Indian PM Narendra Modi speech at India's 74th Independence Day: "Indian Army showed its might at LoC & LAC"

Indian PM Narendra Modi: India is working to develop 3 COVID-19 vaccines

Indian PM Narendra Modi address on India's 74th Independence Day: India will win the battle against COVID-19

New Zealand extends lockdown in Auckland as COVID-19 cluster grows

Afghanistan's council to safeguard women rights: Fear of Taliban curbing rights

COVID-19 pandemic: Bolsonaro's approval rating at an all-time high

WION Exclusive: Visuals capturing Beirut explosion wreaking havoc on shopping complex

Indian President Ram Nath Kovind addresses nation on eve of Independence Day

Israel -UAE peace deal: Netanyahu hails new era for Israel

Belarus Protests: EU to discuss sanctions on Belarus

Israeli expert makes a stunning claim: '6 small blasts preceded Beirut blast