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Breaking News

• A massive fire has broken out at a chemical plant in Louisiana, USA, with multiple people injured and several buildings destroyed. (Source: CNN)
• The death toll from a devastating earthquake in Turkey has risen to over 1,000, with thousands more injured. (Source: BBC)
• A powerful storm system is moving across the southern United States, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and tornadoes to several states. (Source: Weather Channel)

Top Stories

• The US and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (Source: Reuters)
• The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants. (Source: The Guardian)
• A new study has found that the world's oceans are absorbing more carbon dioxide than previously thought, which could have significant implications for global warming. (Source: Science Magazine)

Business

• The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above 29,000 for the first time, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies. (Source: CNBC)
• The European Union has launched an antitrust investigation into Amazon's business practices, citing concerns over the company's dominance in the e-commerce market. (Source: Bloomberg)
• A new report has found that the global economy is facing a "perfect storm" of challenges, including trade tensions, Brexit, and a slowing down of global growth. (Source: The Economist)

Sports

• The New England Patriots have won Super Bowl LIV, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-20. (Source: ESPN)
• The NBA has suspended Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for one game without pay after he was ejected from a game against the Denver Nuggets. (Source: ESPN)
• The Australian Open has been marred by controversy after a series of high-profile players, including Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka, were involved in a row over umpiring decisions. (Source: The Guardian)

Entertainment

• The latest season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has been criticized for its handling of female characters, with many fans expressing disappointment and frustration. (Source: The New York Times)
• The music industry has been rocked by the news that Taylor Swift's master recordings have been sold to a new company, sparking concerns over her control over her music. (Source: Rolling Stone)
• The Academy Awards have announced their nominees for the 92nd Oscars, with "The Irishman," "Joker," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" leading the pack. (Source: Variety)

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