6 april 2017 news
Here are some of the top news stories from April 6, 2017:
Politics
- The Trump administration announced that it would be reviewing the Obama-era "Clean Power Plan", a set of regulations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. (Source: CNN)
- The US Senate voted to confirm Neil Gorsuch as the new Supreme Court Justice, ending a months-long standoff over his nomination. (Source: The New York Times)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 20,000 for the first time, marking a major milestone in the stock market. (Source: CNBC)
- The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in 2017, citing a strong economy and low unemployment. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
World News
- A massive wildfire swept through the Canadian province of Alberta, forcing thousands of people to evacuate and causing widespread damage. (Source: CBC News)
- The Syrian government and its allies launched a major offensive against rebel-held areas of Aleppo, leading to widespread civilian casualties. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Sports
- The Boston Red Sox opened their 2017 season with a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, marking the team's 117th season in Major League Baseball. (Source: ESPN)
- The Golden State Warriors defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 119-113 in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series. (Source: ESPN)
Entertainment
- The 89th Academy Awards took place in Los Angeles, with "Moonlight" winning the Best Picture award in a surprise upset. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- The TV show "The Walking Dead" returned for its eighth season, with a record-breaking 22.4 million viewers tuning in for the premiere episode. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
These are just a few of the top news stories from April 6, 2017. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic, feel free to ask!