4 news
Here are 4 news articles from various sources:
1. NASA's Perseverance Rover Discovers Evidence of Ancient Lake on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of an ancient lake on Mars, which could have supported life billions of years ago. The rover found sedimentary rocks and minerals that are similar to those found on Earth, which are typically formed in lakes. The discovery was made in the Jezero crater, which was once home to a lake that was about 45 kilometers wide and 300 meters deep. (Source: NASA)
2. UK and EU Reach Post-Brexit Trade Deal
The United Kingdom and the European Union have reached a post-Brexit trade deal, which will allow for tariff-free trade between the two sides. The deal was agreed upon after months of negotiations and will come into effect on January 1, 2021. The deal will also allow for the free movement of goods and services between the UK and EU, but will not include a customs union or a single market. (Source: BBC)
3. COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Begins in the US
The distribution of COVID-19 vaccines has begun in the United States, with healthcare workers and long-term care facility residents being the first to receive the vaccine. The vaccine was developed by Pfizer and BioNTech and has been shown to be 95% effective in preventing severe illness from COVID-19. The vaccine will be distributed to all 50 states and will be available to the general public in the coming months. (Source: CNN)
4. Australia Fires: Thousands of Homes Destroyed, Thousands Displaced
Thousands of homes have been destroyed and thousands of people have been displaced in Australia due to devastating bushfires that have been burning for months. The fires have killed at least 33 people and have burned through millions of acres of land. The Australian government has declared a state of emergency and has deployed military personnel to help with the relief efforts. (Source: Al Jazeera)