EP5 : 10-02-2023: Around The World

Series of deadly earthquakes strike Turkey & Syria, more than 1300 people dead. Chile battles raging wildfires which claimed around 25 lives so far. Ukraine sacks Defence Minister. Hindu festival 'Thaipusam' celebrated with fanfare in Malaysia. Beyonce creates history at 65th Grammy awards, Indian Ricky Kej wins 3rd Grammy.

Death toll crosses 5000, as global aid rushes in to Turkey & Syria. WHO estimates final death toll from quakes at 20,000. 35 killed in Landslides in Peru, after incessant rains. Controlled release of toxic chemicals, after Ohio train crash. UN Chief warns of 'Wider War' over Russia-Ukraine conflict, notes 'Doomsday Clock'. Taiwan celebrates sky lantern festival.

Death toll crosses 11,000, as the search for survivors continues in Turkey & Syria. Biden takes aim at China in State of the Union address, even as he gets heckled by Republicans. Protests against pension reforms in France lead to clashes with Police. Shanghai's new 'Breakup Law' to protect women from harassment. Japan experiments with 'Delivery' robots to fight labour shortage.

Death toll in Turkey & Syria cross 16,000 as 72-hour rescue window ends, Erdogan admits to slow emergency response. Zelenskyy lobbies for fighter jets in Europe, NATO Chief in the U.S. to discuss aid to Ukraine. UNSC members slam Pink Floyd Co-Founder Roger waters for supporting Russia. Kim Jong Un parades daughter as heir apparent, on 75th army anniversary. Venice Carnival 2023 underway, with masks lending an aura of mystery.

Death toll crosses the 21000 mark in Turkiye and Syria. Zelenskyy pushes for Ukraine's EU membership with tongue-in-cheek comment in Brussels. Protests against Super Bowl finalist NFL team Kansas City Chiefs for Native American appropriation. Rihanna back on stage for the 1st time after becoming a Mom, at Super Bowl Half-time show. New York Fashion Week 2023 kicks off with Audrey Hepburn inspired collection by designer Christian Siriano. 'Air' directed by Ben Affleck, starring Matt Damon & Viola Davis, on Michael Jordan & Nike's partnership.