President Donald Trump has called for revoking Harvard University's tax-exempt status, escalating a high-profile clash between the White House and the Ivy League institution. Harvard has rejected federal demands, resulting in a major funding loss reportedly worth billions.

Trump vs Ivy League showdown escalates: Harvard says federal demands violate academic freedom

US military jets take off to strike Houthi positions in Yemen. US Central Command shows the jets launching from USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75) and USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) to strike Houthi positions in Yemen. Yemen's Houthis say seven killed in US strikes west of Sanaa. The strikes targeting a factory in the al-Sawari industrial zone in the Bani Matar region led to "the martyrdom of seven citizens and the injury of 29 others, including one in critical condition," Houthi-controlled media reported. Watch in for more details!

US Houthi war: Truman & Vinson hit Houthis hard | US vows 24/7 strikes on Houthis

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Iran is neither pessimistic nor optimistic about the talks. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has sent mixed signals, while on one hand he has said that he wants to solve the crisis through diplomacy...on the other hand, he said that if the deal does not go through, then Iran will be bombed. The question being, will Iran 'seal a deal' with U.S.?

US-Iran nuke talks: Iran ready to 'seal a deal' with US? | WION Live Discussion

A Russian drone attack in Ukraine's southern city of Odesa has injured at least about three civilians and has left behind a trail of destruction.

Russia-Ukraine war: Odesa buildings reduced to rubble in overnight strikes by Russia

The fresh Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip have caused heavy civilian casualties among Palestinians. The United Nations Human Rights Office has reported that many of those killed in the Israeli bombings have been women and children.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel continues strikes in Gaza, 30 killed in last 24 hours

Britain’s highest court has declared that transgender women are not legally women in a landmark judgement on Wednesday (Apr 16). Watch in for more details!

Legal definition of woman is based on biological sex, UK top court rules

Sudan's rapid support forces are now claiming that they have taken control of a famine heat displacement camp called ZamZam in the western Darfur region after 2 days of heavy shelling and gunfire. The paramilitary group seized Darfur on the road to El-Fasher the last major city in the region which is still under army's control. In a statement the RSF said that it had deployed military units to secure civilians and humanitarian medical workers in Zamzam after successfully fleeing the camp entirely from the grip of the army. Watch in for more details!

UN: Sudan’s two years of war have ‘shattered’ children’s lives

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s credit rating, marking the first upgrade in nearly six years. The decision reflects stronger fiscal management and improved external stability. With this upgrade, the outlook has been revised to stable for the first time since 2018. Watch in for more details!

IMF support strengthens Pakistan's economic outlook

As heat waves and risks of wildfires risk travel plans this summer, Europeans are ditching sunbeds in Greece and Italy for sweaters in Sweden and Finland. What's driving this change in travel trends? Take a look at this report to find out...

Europe's great escape this summer: Holiday bookings to the Nordics and Baltics rise in 2025

The Ukrainian parliament has extended martial law and general mobilization. Martial law and mobilization will be extended for 90 days, from May 9 to August 6. The bill on mobilization passed with the support of 346 deputies… while the bill on extending martial law was adopted with 347 votes in favor. Watch in for more details!

Ukraine extends martial law until August 6, lawmaker confirms | WION Originals

Trump administration has announced a new tariff of up to 245% on Chinese imports. The move sharply escalates the trade conflict between the United States and China. The decision comes in response to Beijing’s recent export restrictions and retaliatory tariffs. Watch in for more details!

US-China trade war: US imposes 245% tariffs on Chinese imports

Global students in the US are reporting a sudden termination of the legal status without committing any deportable offenses. According to reports, this has prompted a wave of inquiries from panicked international students to immigration attorneys. While some students claimed to have received notifications from the universities, others reportedly discovered that their status had been terminated through online databases managed by the Department of Homeland Security. Among the most affected were students from India and China. US colleges are grappling by the speed and scope at which the government carrying out terminations. At least 600 students at over 90 colleges and universities have been affected.

US student visa crisis: International students facing termination of status, says report

China hit by tariffs up to 245% on imports amid escalating trade tensions

Days after violent clashes erupted during Hanuman Jayanti celebrations, the situation in Nepal's Birugunj remains tense. Security remains tight in Birgunj, with senior officials and personnel from security agencies stationed on the streets to maintain order. According to police officials, earlier this morning a group of individuals burnt tires at multiple locations across the city, demanding release of those arrested in connection with the recent violence. The Chief District Officer has called for a meeting with representatives from both the groups involved in the dispute. Around 600 personnel from Nepal Police and the Armed Police Force have been deployed across Birgunj to maintain peace. Watch in for more details!

Nepal violence: 600 police personnel deployed in Birgunj to maintain peace

U.S. President Donald Trump held a meeting in the White House Situation Room, and that’s on the nuclear deal talks with Iran scheduled to take place on Saturday in Oman.

Us-Iran nuke talks: US President Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say

Consumption and production falls in almost every market as industry fears a ‘generational’ change in drinking habits

Global Wine Sales Fall To Lowest Levels Since 1961

Today the Sudan conflict entered its third year, displacing 13 million amid famine, violence, and deepening humanitarian crisis. The stakes are particularly high in Darfur, where the RSF launched a new offensive last week to capture El-Fasher – the last key city in the vast western region still under army control.

Sudan: G7 urges both sides to engage in meaningful negotiations

A special Pakistani court has approved former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s plea for a medical check-up by his personal doctors while in jail. The court has also allowed him to speak with his son in the UK, directing authorities to submit a compliance report by April 28. These approvals mark a small legal relief for the jailed PTI leader amid ongoing political and legal challenges.

Pakistan court grants Imran Khan medical examination and call with son

In one of the largest anti-narcotics operations in Europe, authorities have arrested 234 people across six countries, including Turkey, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Spain. Over 21 tonnes of drugs were seized in the multi-national crackdown targeting organized crime and drug-trafficking networks. Officials are calling it an "unprecedented" blow to international cartels.

Europe's biggest drug bust: 234 arrested in coordinated raids

Sudan Parliamentary chief declares establishment of rival administration

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Pakistan’s credit rating, marking the first upgrade in nearly six years. The decision reflects stronger fiscal management and improved external stability. With this upgrade, the outlook has been revised to stable for the first time since 2018.

Fitch upgrades Pakistan's rating to 'B-', first in 6 years

China’s economy kicked off 2025 with a strong performance, growing faster than expected in the first quarter. Strong retail sales and industrial output helped sustain growth, even as challenges loom. The retail sector saw an uptick, with consumers investing in home electronics and furniture. Factory production also picked up pace, signaling a positive start. However, the property market remains a concern, continuing to drag down overall economic progress.

China's GDP growth defies expectations, tariff risks loom

Indian stocks rallied sharply as trade resumed this week. The Nifty 50 surged as much as 2.4% during the session, briefly crossing its april 2 closing level before ending just below it. This makes India the first major equity market to fully erase the losses triggered by US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs earlier this month.

India: Only major market to reverse Trump tariff drop

Gold prices continue their dazzling rally as markets remain clouded by US President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff agenda. The yellow metal firmed again on Tuesday, inching closer to its record high, driven by investors seeking shelter from volatility fueled by trade tensions and looming geopolitical risks.

Can gold hold on to its stellar gains?

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