Wall Street stocks marked eight straight weeks of gains. That is the longest winning streak in market history, and it is leaving American investors richer than ever.


Stock Gains Dwarf Dot-Com Bubble Era Highs 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel would intensify efforts against the Iranian-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Netanyahu spoke following the killing of another Israeli soldier by a fiber optic drone sent by Hezbollah, bringing the total to 11 troops killed since a ceasefire took effect, according to officials.

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: Israel, Hezbollah Exchange Blame For Truce Violation 

When inflation spikes, comparisons to the 1970s are never far away. The similarities are striking, but so are the differences. In this next report, we dive into  details and decode the LinkedIn influencer crowd, offering up a harbinger of doom. Watch the full video to know more on this. 

Is Inflation Returning To 1970s Levels? Global Economy Faces Fresh Fears 

The global mining sector is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by a rapid push toward full automation, within the next four years, experts predict that up to half of the Australian industry's operations could be entirely automated.

Mining Industry Enters New Era With Automation And Smart Technology

 CNG prices were hiked in Delhi by 2 rupees per kilogram on Tuesday, marking the fourth increase in two weeks. The latest hike comes a day after other fuel prices across India were increased.

Fuel Prices Today: How Much Petrol & Diesel Cost In Your City 

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said QUAD foreign ministers held a “very good meeting” in New Delhi with a shared goal of intensified Indo-Pacific cooperation. Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced new QUAD initiatives, including a port infrastructure project in Fiji and stronger collaboration on critical minerals. The discussions highlighted the group’s growing focus on regional connectivity, supply chains, maritime security, and strategic partnerships across the Indo-Pacific.


QUAD Leaders Push Stronger Indo-Pacific Cooperation 

Taiwan's stock market has overtaken India to become the world's fifth-largest. The island's total market capitalisation has crossed that of India's.
The Taiwan stock exchange has surged sharply in recent months. The rally has been driven by the global boom in artificial intelligence.

India Slips In Global Market Rankings As Taiwan Stocks Rally Sharply 

Oil prices near 100 dollars a barrel are raising fresh fears of another inflation surge.
History shows that when inflation crosses the 3.8% mark, Markets often face sharp corrections.
Our next report shows you how soaring oil prices could impact inflation and global markets.

Rising Oil Prices Fuel Global Inflation Surge, Economies Under Pressure 

Foreign ministers from India, United States, Japan and Australia came together in New Delhi for crucial QUAD discussions focused on Indo-Pacific cooperation and regional security. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar hosted the meeting alongside U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and counterparts from Japan and Australia. The joint briefing highlighted efforts to strengthen strategic coordination, maritime security, economic resilience, and diplomatic ties amid growing geopolitical challenges in the region.


QUAD Summit: Jaishankar Leads Key QUAD Briefing In New Delhi 

Amid growing protests and economic unrest in Bolivia, President Rodrigo Paz has announced a 50% salary cut for himself and his ministers in an effort to ease public anger and show solidarity with struggling citizens. The move comes as demonstrations intensify across the country over inflation, rising living costs, and political tensions. While supporters call it a symbolic step, critics argue deeper economic reforms are urgently needed to calm the crisis.


Bolivia Protest: Food, Fuel And Medicine Shortages Worsen Crisis

The United States has carried out fresh strikes on southern Iran, targeting missile positions and boats allegedly preparing naval mines near the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical oil routes. The Pentagon says the action was taken in self-defense to protect American troops, even as a fragile ceasefire remains in place. The strikes come at a sensitive moment, with U.S.-Iran peace talks still ongoing in Doha. Any escalation around Hormuz could once again shake global oil markets and regional stability.


US Strikes Iran: Trump Says Iran's 'Nuclear Dust' Will Be Destroyed Or Surrendered

India is set to host an important QUAD meeting led by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, bringing together top diplomats from the United States, Australia, and Japan. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Japan’s Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi are expected to join discussions focused on regional security, Indo-Pacific cooperation, trade, and strategic coordination. The meeting is also seen as a major push to strengthen the QUAD alliance amid rising geopolitical tensions in Asia.


QUAD Foreign Ministers Gather in India for Strategic Security Talks

Pope Leo has raised concerns over the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, urging governments around the world to slow AI development until stronger ethical and safety safeguards are in place. The Vatican warned that unchecked AI advancement could pose risks to humanity, jobs, privacy, and even global stability if regulation fails to keep pace with technology.


Vatican Urges Governments to Slow Artificial Intelligence Development

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Netanyahu Vows Intensified Offensive Action Against Hezbollah

The United States is reportedly pushing for broader regional alignment through the Abraham Accords framework, with suggestions that Pakistan could be encouraged to join future agreements. However, questions remain over whether Pakistan’s military leadership, including General Asim Munir, would agree to such a move given current geopolitical realities and domestic considerations.


Abraham Accords: Will Pakistan Normalise Ties With Israel?

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended America’s latest strikes on Iran while insisting that diplomacy is still possible. Speaking after rising tensions in the Gulf, Rubio said the Strait of Hormuz — a key global oil route — “has to be open, one way or another.” He also signaled that a deal with Iran could still happen if negotiations move forward. His comments come amid fears of wider conflict, oil supply disruptions, and growing uncertainty across the Middle East.


Marco Rubio Responds to US Strikes on Iran | Warns Hormuz Will Reopen ‘One Way Or Another’

Russia has warned of launching a new “series of systematic strikes” targeting military and administrative sites in Kyiv, escalating tensions in the ongoing war with Ukraine.
Moscow also urged foreign nationals and diplomats to leave the Ukrainian capital ahead of the planned attacks.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Says It Is Planning To Launch More Strikes On Kyiv

The World Health Organization has raised serious concerns over the worsening Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo, warning that the situation could deteriorate further in the coming weeks. Around 220 suspected deaths have reportedly been linked to the epidemic, sparking fears of a wider health emergency. Health officials are racing to contain the outbreak through testing, isolation, and vaccination efforts, but challenges including limited healthcare access and regional instability continue to complicate the response.


Ebola Outbreak: WHO Urges Neighbouring Nations To Act Immediately 

US Strikes Iran: US Military Strikes Iranian Boats, Missile Launch Sites

The Milky Way ate another galaxy. Scientists say they've found the scraps. An artist's impression depicts the Milky Way based on data from the Gaia telescope. An unusual collection of stars may represent the remnants of a dwarf galaxy that the Milky Way devoured about 10 billion years ago.


Scientists Discover Remains of Ancient Galaxy Devoured by Milky Way

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India has gifted a maritime surveillance aircraft to Sri Lanka. The consignment was handed over by the Indian Air force on its 75th Independence Day.

India gifts Dornier-228 aircraft to Sri Lanka used for maritime surveillance

The Chinese 'spy ship' Yuan Wang 5 docked at Sri Lanka's southern Hambantota Port on Tuesday amid snooping concerns expressed by India.

WION Dispatch: Chinese 'spy ship' Yuan Wang 5 docks at Sri Lanka port despite Indian concern

The controversial Chinese tracking vessel Yuan Wang 5 has now docked at Sri Lanka Hambantota port despite security concerns raised by India. WION's principal correspondent Sidhant Sibal brings in more on this.

Chinese ‘spy’ ship Yuan Wang 5 reaches Sri Lanka’s Hambantota; Delhi, Washington raise concern

The controversial Chinese tracking vessel Yuan Wang 5 has now docked at Sri Lanka Hambantota port despite security concerns raised by India.

Chinese 'spy' ship Yuan Wang 5 docked at Sri Lankan port raises concerns

With more than 3 million people displaced, Afghans are the third-largest refugee community in the world. Thousands of them were evacuated from Kabul as US-led forces completed a hasty withdrawal. One year on, how are those refugees coping with their new life? Mariam Wardak tells you.

South Asia Diary: Afghan refugees struggle to rebuild their lives

The Taliban are systematically erasing women from public life. Afghan girls are barred from attending schools and women are denied government jobs. Mariam Wardak tells you how the Taliban wiped out 20 years of women's rights in one year.

South Asia Diary: Taliban erase Afghan women from public life

The new Taliban regime is re-packaging the regressive policies of the first Taliban regime in the late 1990s. Mariam Wardak brings you 5 reasons why the Taliban are unchanged.

South Asia Diary: Myth of Taliban 2.0 busted

August 15th is a day of pride, valor and victory for India, but for Afghanistan, it is a day of defeat and the fall of their country as a nation and the shackles of the Taliban.

WION Dispatch: Taliban completes one year of power in Afghanistan

The Riyadh Summit 2024 offered glimpses into the future of how investments could enable sustainable growth. In this special coverage from Riyadh, WION's business editor Rahul Karunakar spoke to Kostas Fragogiannis, deputy foreign minister for economic diplomacy, Greece. Listen in to this insightful chat…

‘’Inclusive Development Is A Major Challenge’: WION's Exclusive With Deputy FM Of Greece

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's resignation is being seen as one of the biggest crises the Justin Trudeau administration has faced since taking power in November 2015. Watch this report for more details!

Canada: Justin Trudeau On The Edge As Chrystia Freeland Resigns in Defiance

"Syria's conflict has not ended" even after the departure of former president Bashar al-Assad, the UN's envoy to the country has warned, highlighting clashes between Turkish-backed and Kurdish groups in the north. Watch this report for more details!

Syria's Conflict 'Has Not Ended', UN Envoy Warns

"Syria's conflict has not ended" even after the departure of former president Bashar al-Assad, the UN's envoy to the country has warned, highlighting clashes between Turkish-backed and Kurdish groups in the north. Watch this report for more details!



Odisha sand artist pays heartwarming tribute to late Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain.

Odisha Sand Artist's Heartwarming Tribute To Zakir Hussain

Odisha sand artist pays heartwarming tribute to late Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain.



A New York grand jury indicted Luigi Mangione on charges of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office said Tuesday. Watch this report for more details!