A French bakery in Beijing is suffering heavy losses due to coronavirus outbreak across the country as the Chinese authority are limiting public activity to the least scale, including having afternoon tea.

"We are too depressed": French bakery in Beijing

Australian winters shrink by three weeks, summers now more longer Australian summers have become, on average, 31 days longer in Australia's capital cities, and in regional areas that number is even higher, according to a new report.

Australian winters shrink by three weeks, summers now more longer

Israelis voted in a general election last April, and then again in September. Both times, neither Mr. Netanyahu’s mainly religious-conservative bloc nor its centrist, secular opponents could rally enough seats to form a governing coalition.

Meet Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu | WION News | World News

Israelis will attempt to break the country’s political deadlock on Monday, heading to polling stations for the country’s third general election in less than a year.

What’s the chance of a fourth election in Israel? WION News | World News

Will Covid-19 be another global pandemic? WION News | World News The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world and at the moment close to 88,000 people are infected globally

Will Covid-19 be another global pandemic?

World reels under Covid-19; Global Coronavirus death toll surpasses 3000 The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world and at the moment close to 88,000 people are infected globally.

World reels under Covid-19; Global Coronavirus death toll surpasses 3000

Two confirmed cases of coronavirus were reported today from India. One of the patient is from New Delhi while the other one is from Telangana, the ministry of health and family welfare said. It said that both the patients are stable and are being closely monitored.

'19 more labs will be operational in coming days' says Dr Harsh Vardhan | India Coronavirus

Philippine police has surrounded a shopping mall in an upscale district of Manila after a gunman opened fire and took several people inside hostage.

Philippines: One Injured, Dozens Held Hostage in Manila Mall Shooting

Coronavirus Outbreak: Indian Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan briefs media

Coronavirus Outbreak: Two new cases reported from Delhi, Telangana

On February 29 the United States and Taliban signed a landmark deal at Doha calling for all US troops to withdraw from the country within the next 14 months. Strategic Baluchistan has always been a target in the war against the Taliban. So ho are the Balochs viewing this peace deal. Watch report:

How Balochs are looking at Afghan US peace deal

The tensions continue to escalate in West Asia as Tukey and Syria have intensified their operations in the Idlib province. In the latest development, their multiple airstrikes by Turkey have claimed the lives of at least about 19 Syrian soldiers. Watch report:

Syrian civil war: Turkish airstrikes kill 19 Syrian soldiers

Did you know that Adolf Hitler, the man behind one of the worst genocides in history, the dictator was responsible for the Holocaust which led to the deaths, rapes and torture of millions of Jews? Hitler at some time of his early years was hoping to be a composer. Watch report to know more:

Hitler's opera composition on displayed in Austria, Objects collected by August Kubizek

As the war rages on in Northern Syria, Europe is suffering from yet another refugee crisis. The situation at the greek border remains uncertain. Hundreds of Syrian refugees have been attempting to cross over after Turkey announced that it would allow passage into Europe. Greece has denied taking in the migrants and has warned of strong action if people try to cross over illegally.

Greek police fire tear gas at refugees, trying to strop them from entering illegally

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3000 across the world and at the moment close to 88,000 people are infected globally. South Korea has confirmed 5,086 new cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. This brings the infected toll to 4000 cases in South Korea. Watch report:

4000 infected coronavirus cases reported in S. Korea

Imagine a day when you cannot step out of your house to purchase basic amenities. For those living in China, this is reality as the lethal coronavirus continues to claim lives and spread the infection across the borders. Watch report.

How is Beijing coping with Coronavirus

The Israeli voters are currently voting for the unprecedented third election in less than a 12 months. However, the big question is can this third general election beak the political deadlock. Watch report to know who are the key players and what are their ideologies:

Key players in Israel Elections 2020 and ideologies

US had 'no right' to sign peace agreement: Iran opposes Afghan deal with Taliban

A day after the United States signed a peace accord with the Taliban insurgents paving way for the withdrawal of foreign forces from war-torn Afghanistan, Iran dismissed the deal saying that America had no right to decide on the country's future. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-had-no-right-to-sign-peace-agreement-iran-opposes-afghan-deal-with-taliban-283576">Read more</a>

'This shows that we're winning': Thunberg responds to sexually graphic illustration by Canadian oil company

A Canadian oil company has sparked a row of criticism on social media after it released a bizarre sticker showing teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg being sexually assaulted.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-shows-that-were-winning-thunberg-responds-to-sexually-graphic-illustration-by-canadian-oil-company-283575">Read more</a>

South Korea wages 'all-out responses' to virus with 586 new cases

South Korean President Moon Jae-in said Sunday the government was waging "all-out responses" to contain the novel coronavirus as the country added 586 more cases, taking the total to 3,736.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-wages-all-out-responses-to-virus-with-586-new-cases-283567">Read more</a>

Coronavirus outbreak: After slowdown, cases in China rise again; 54 die in Iran

The novel coronavirus claimed another 11 lives in Iran, bringing the country's overall toll to 54, according to official figures released on Sunday that showed the virus was spreading more rapidly. While, China reported 573 new infections, the highest figure in a week after a dip.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-outbreak-after-slowdown-cases-in-china-rise-again-54-die-in-iran-283564">Read more</a>

Greece blocks nearly 10,000 migrants at Turkey border

Greece has blocked nearly 10,000 migrants trying to enter from the Turkey border over the past 24 hours, a Greek government source said Sunday.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-blocks-nearly-10000-migrants-at-turkey-border-283562">Read more</a>

Turkey says pursuing military operation against Syrian regime

Turkey said Sunday it was continuing a military operation against the Russian-backed Syrian regime in Syria's northwestern Idlib region but insisted it did not wish to clash with Moscow.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-says-pursuing-military-operation-against-syrian-regime-283560'">Read more</a>

Immediate' annexation steps if reelected, says Netanyahu ahead of polls&nbsp;

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that if re-elected he would annex swathes of the occupied West Bank within weeks, according to news agency AFP.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/immediate-annexation-steps-if-reelected-says-netanyahu-ahead-of-polls-283556">&nbsp;Read more</a>

Russia's Putin says current oil prices acceptable

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that current oil prices were acceptable and that Russia had the tools to react to any negative effects of the spread of the coronavirus on the global economy, Russian news agencies reported.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-putin-says-current-oil-prices-acceptable-283554">Read more</a>

Biden revives White House hopes with South Carolina victory

Former vice president Joe Biden won the South Carolina primary on Saturday, reviving his flagging campaign and positioning himself as the leading rival to frontrunner Bernie Sanders in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-revives-white-house-hopes-with-south-carolina-victory-283523">Read more</a>

'Finally working to end longest war', says Trump as US, Taliban sign deal to pull foreign forces from Afghanistan

After nearly two decades of conflict that has ravaged Afghanistan's impoverished population, the United States and the Taliban signed a historic accord Saturday that Washington hopes will mark the beginning of the end of its longest war.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/finally-working-to-end-longest-war-says-trump-as-us-taliban-sign-deal-to-pull-foreign-forces-from-afghanistan-283522">Read more</a>

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US had 'no right' to sign peace agreement: Iran opposes Afghan deal with Taliban A day after the United States signed a peace accord with the Taliban insurgents paving way for the withdrawal of foreign forces from war-torn Afghanistan, Iran dismissed the deal saying that America had no right to decide on the country's future.

US had 'no right' to sign peace agreement: Iran opposes Afghan deal with Taliban A day after the United States signed a peace accord with the Taliban insurgents paving way for the withdrawal of foreign forces from war-torn Afghanistan, Iran dismissed the deal saying that America had no right to decide on the country's future. Read more 'This shows that we're winning': Thunberg responds to sexually graphic illustration by Canadian oil company A Canadian oil company has sparked a row of criticism on social media after it released a bizarre sticker showing teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg being sexually assaulted. Read more South Korea wages 'all-out responses' to virus with 586 new cases South Korean President Moon Jae-in said Sunday the government was waging "all-out responses" to contain the novel coronavirus as the country added 586 more cases, taking the total to 3,736. Read more Coronavirus outbreak: After slowdown, cases in China rise again; 54 die in Iran The novel coronavirus claimed another 11 lives in Iran, bringing the country's overall toll to 54, according to official figures released on Sunday that showed the virus was spreading more rapidly. While, China reported 573 new infections, the highest figure in a week after a dip. Read more Greece blocks nearly 10,000 migrants at Turkey border Greece has blocked nearly 10,000 migrants trying to enter from the Turkey border over the past 24 hours, a Greek government source said Sunday. Read more Turkey says pursuing military operation against Syrian regime Turkey said Sunday it was continuing a military operation against the Russian-backed Syrian regime in Syria's northwestern Idlib region but insisted it did not wish to clash with Moscow. Read more Immediate' annexation steps if reelected, says Netanyahu ahead of polls Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that if re-elected he would annex swathes of the occupied West Bank within weeks, according to news agency AFP. Read more Russia's Putin says current oil prices acceptable Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that current oil prices were acceptable and that Russia had the tools to react to any negative effects of the spread of the coronavirus on the global economy, Russian news agencies reported. Read more Biden revives White House hopes with South Carolina victory Former vice president Joe Biden won the South Carolina primary on Saturday, reviving his flagging campaign and positioning himself as the leading rival to frontrunner Bernie Sanders in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. Read more 'Finally working to end longest war', says Trump as US, Taliban sign deal to pull foreign forces from Afghanistan After nearly two decades of conflict that has ravaged Afghanistan's impoverished population, the United States and the Taliban signed a historic accord Saturday that Washington hopes will mark the beginning of the end of its longest war. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Iran dismisses Afghan peace deal; coronavirus outbreak and more

WION spoke to the Taliban's political chief Abbas Stanikzai. Abbas Stanikzai said that the group will not hold talks with the Afghan government as according to Taliban it is a puppet regime of the United States.

WION speaks to Taliban's political chief Abbas Stanikzai | WION Exclusive

US-Taliban sign historic Afghan peace deal in Doha; America to withdraw troops 'within 14 months'

In a bid to end the 18-year-old war in Afghanistan, the United States and Taliban representatives officially signed the historic peace deal on Sunday in the Qatari capital Doha. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-taliban-sign-historic-afghan-peace-deal-in-doha-america-to-withdraw-troops-within-14-months-283481">Read more</a>

Opposition urges 'Russia without Putin' in rally for slain liberal

Thousands rallied in central Moscow on Saturday to call on President Vladimir Putin not to stay in power indefinitely, in the first major protest by the Russian opposition since the Kremlin chief announced controversial plans to change the constitution.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/opposition-urges-russia-without-putin-in-rally-for-slain-liberal-283486">Read more</a>

Iran dismisses 'rumours' as virus deaths jump to 43

Iran Saturday dismissed as "rumours" a report that coronavirus has killed more than 200 people in the country, one of the hardest hit by the disease, with senior officials among those infected.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-dismisses-rumours-as-virus-deaths-jump-to-43-283474">Read more</a>

Malaysia's Mahathir out as King names Muhyiddin Yassin as new Prime Minister

Malaysia's 94-year-old Mahathir Mohamad lost out in the battle to become prime minister on Saturday as the king named former interior minister Muhyiddin Yassin after a week of political turmoil sparked by Mahathir's resignation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysias-mahathir-out-as-king-names-muhyiddin-yassin-as-new-prime-minister-283461">Read more</a>

South Korea reports 813 more coronavirus cases in 24-hours, total 3,150

South Korea confirmed 813 more coronavirus cases on Saturday, the biggest increase to date for the country and taking the national total to 3,150 infections with four additional deaths.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-reports-813-more-coronavirus-cases-in-24-hours-total-3150-283468">Read more</a>

I've been invited to live in France, says Asia Bibi after meeting Macron&nbsp;

Asia Bibi, a Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy in Pakistan, said on Friday that she had been invited to live in France by President Emmanuel Macron.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ive-been-invited-to-live-in-france-says-asia-bibi-after-meeting-macron-283440">Read more</a>

US court blocks Trump's 'Remain in Mexico' asylum policy

A federal appeals court Friday blocked a key asylum policy of Donald Trump's administration which has forced many applicants to wait in Mexico while their claims are processed, delivering a blow to the US president's signature crackdown on migration at the southern border.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-court-blocks-trumps-remain-in-mexico-asylum-policy-283482">Read more</a>

US reports fourth coronavirus infection of unknown origin

US health officials reported Friday a fourth case of novel coronavirus of unknown origin, indicating the disease was spreading in the country.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/health-and-wellness/us-reports-fourth-coronavirus-infection-of-unknown-origin-283477">Read more</a>

Saudi Arabia halts travel to Mecca, Medina amid coronavirus scare

In an unprecedented move, Saudi Arabia will stop Gulf citizens from visiting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina amid coronavirus fears.

The kingdom suspended visas for the year-round Umrah pilgrimage yesterday. This is the first time that the Saudi Kindom has announced such a travel restriction which has caught the Muslims across the world off-guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-halts-travel-to-mecca-medina-amid-coronavirus-scare-283428">Read more</a>

North Korea's Kim guides military drills, warns 'serious consequences' if virus breaks out: Report

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw military drills on Friday, state media KCNA said, a rare public outing amid efforts to prevent an outbreak of the coronavirus in the isolated country. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/north-koreas-kim-guides-military-drills-warns-serious-consequences-if-virus-breaks-out-report-283444">Read more</a>

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US-Taliban sign historic Afghan peace deal in Doha; America to withdraw troops 'within 14 months' In a bid to end the 18-year-old war in Afghanistan, the United States and Taliban representatives officially signed the historic peace deal on Sunday in the Qatari capital Doha.

US-Taliban sign historic Afghan peace deal in Doha; America to withdraw troops 'within 14 months' In a bid to end the 18-year-old war in Afghanistan, the United States and Taliban representatives officially signed the historic peace deal on Sunday in the Qatari capital Doha. Read more Opposition urges 'Russia without Putin' in rally for slain liberal Thousands rallied in central Moscow on Saturday to call on President Vladimir Putin not to stay in power indefinitely, in the first major protest by the Russian opposition since the Kremlin chief announced controversial plans to change the constitution. Read more Iran dismisses 'rumours' as virus deaths jump to 43 Iran Saturday dismissed as "rumours" a report that coronavirus has killed more than 200 people in the country, one of the hardest hit by the disease, with senior officials among those infected. Read more Malaysia's Mahathir out as King names Muhyiddin Yassin as new Prime Minister Malaysia's 94-year-old Mahathir Mohamad lost out in the battle to become prime minister on Saturday as the king named former interior minister Muhyiddin Yassin after a week of political turmoil sparked by Mahathir's resignation. Read more South Korea reports 813 more coronavirus cases in 24-hours, total 3,150 South Korea confirmed 813 more coronavirus cases on Saturday, the biggest increase to date for the country and taking the national total to 3,150 infections with four additional deaths. Read more I've been invited to live in France, says Asia Bibi after meeting Macron Asia Bibi, a Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy in Pakistan, said on Friday that she had been invited to live in France by President Emmanuel Macron. Read more US court blocks Trump's 'Remain in Mexico' asylum policy A federal appeals court Friday blocked a key asylum policy of Donald Trump's administration which has forced many applicants to wait in Mexico while their claims are processed, delivering a blow to the US president's signature crackdown on migration at the southern border. Read more US reports fourth coronavirus infection of unknown origin US health officials reported Friday a fourth case of novel coronavirus of unknown origin, indicating the disease was spreading in the country. Read more Saudi Arabia halts travel to Mecca, Medina amid coronavirus scare In an unprecedented move, Saudi Arabia will stop Gulf citizens from visiting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina amid coronavirus fears. The kingdom suspended visas for the year-round Umrah pilgrimage yesterday. This is the first time that the Saudi Kindom has announced such a travel restriction which has caught the Muslims across the world off-guard. Read more North Korea's Kim guides military drills, warns 'serious consequences' if virus breaks out: Report North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw military drills on Friday, state media KCNA said, a rare public outing amid efforts to prevent an outbreak of the coronavirus in the isolated country. Read more

Top 10 world news today: US-Taliban peace deal, coronavirus cases surge in South Korea, Iran and more

Major events around the world are being cancelled due to rising cases of the coronavirus. The carnival in Nice was cut short. Several sporting events have been cancelled. This report has more details.

Gravitas: Coronavirus spread impacts major global events

In less than 24 hours, the United States and Taliban will sign a peace deal. Will the agreement bring peace in Afghanistan? This report tells you all that you need to know about the peace deal.

Gravitas: US-Taliban to sign Afghanistan peace deal

6 Iranian ministers have been diagnosed with the coronavirus. Meanwhile, the global markets registered heavy losses - as the Wuhan virus has now spread to 47 countries. This report gets you the latest updates.

Gravitas: Wuhan coronavirus, Markets crash

The US-Taliban peace deal is being seen as a step towards restoring peace. But the people in Afghanistan are skeptical. This report tells you more.

Gravitas: US-Taliban Peace deal, Afghans are skeptical

A representative from India will attend the signing of the US-Taliban peace agreement for Afghanistan. Before the event in Doha tomorrow, India's Foreign Secretary traveled to Kabul. On WION Edit: We assess India's strategy for the Afghan peace process.

WION Edit: India's strategy for Afghan peace process

The Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak is hitting China's belt and road initiative. Projects funded by China are stuck. Chinese workers are unable to return to work. This report has the details.

Gravitas: Wuhan Virus, China's belt and road projects grind to a halt

33 Turkish soldiers died in an attack allegedly carried out by Syria. Turkey responded by 'bombing 200 Syrian targets'. This report tells you why the escalation could be a dangerous turn in this conflict.

Gravitas: War in Syria, Turkey-Syria conflict escalates

A 360-year-old secret passageway has been discovered inside the British Parliament. This report gets you a glimpse of the secret doorway.

Gravitas: The British Parliament has a secret passage

How is Wuhan, the city with a population of 11 million fighting an unprecedented defensive battle against the novel coronavirus? Watch report:

How is Wuhan fighting Covid-19, WION-CGTN report

Iran's Vice President Masoumeh Ebtekar has contracted coronavirus according to state media reports. The news comes days after the country's deputy health minister tested positive for the deadly virus. So fat 26 Iranians have died due to coronavirus. That is the highest death toll outside China.

Iran Vice President Masoumeh Ebtekar contracts Covid-19

There is no denying that major global events are now feeling the impact of this outbreak. The coronavirus is taking the toll over the festive season too. The carnival in Brazil was cut short, there was panic in the country after the first case of the Wuhan virus was confirmed. Watch report:

Global events feel impact of Coronavirus, Takes toll over the festive season

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