27th february 2019 news
February 27th, 2019 was a Wednesday. Here are some of the top news stories from that day:
Politics
- The United States and the European Union reached a deal to avoid tariffs on billions of dollars' worth of goods, in a move aimed at avoiding a trade war. (Source: Reuters)
- The UK's Labour Party announced that it would back a second Brexit referendum if the government's withdrawal agreement is rejected by Parliament. (Source: BBC)
Business
- Boeing announced that it would ground all of its 737 MAX aircraft worldwide, following the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines plane that killed 157 people. (Source: CNN)
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by over 600 points, or 2.3%, as investors reacted to the Boeing news and concerns about the global economy. (Source: CNBC)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, took place in Los Angeles, with "Green Book" winning Best Picture and "Roma" winning Best Director. (Source: The New York Times)
- The final episode of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" aired on HBO, drawing a record-breaking 13.6 million viewers in the United States. (Source: Variety)
Sports
- The New England Patriots won Super Bowl LIII, defeating the Los Angeles Rams 13-3 in a low-scoring game. (Source: ESPN)
- The Toronto Raptors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 118-112 in overtime, snapping the Bucks' 18-game winning streak. (Source: Sports Illustrated)
Other News
- A powerful cyclone made landfall in Mozambique, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the region. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The United Nations announced that it would provide emergency aid to the people of Venezuela, following a humanitarian crisis in the country. (Source: UN News)
These are just a few of the top news stories from February 27th, 2019. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic, feel free to ask!