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Here are the latest news stories from ABC News World:

Top Stories

  1. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The situation in Ukraine remains tense as Russia continues to amass troops along the border. The US and its allies have imposed sanctions on Russia in response to its actions.
  2. COVID-19 Pandemic: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million, according to the World Health Organization. The pandemic continues to spread, with new cases and hospitalizations reported daily.
  3. North Korea: North Korea has launched a series of ballistic missiles in recent days, sparking concerns about the country's nuclear program. The US and South Korea have condemned the launches as a threat to regional stability.

Regional News

  1. Middle East: Tensions remain high in the Middle East as Iran and the US engage in a war of words over the US drone strike that killed top Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani.
  2. Europe: The European Union has imposed sanctions on Belarus after a disputed presidential election sparked widespread protests and violence.
  3. Asia-Pacific: The US and China have agreed to a temporary truce in their trade war, with both sides agreeing to roll back some tariffs.

International Business

  1. Global Economy: The global economy is facing a slowdown, with many countries experiencing recession or stagnation.
  2. Trade: The US and China have agreed to a phase one trade deal, which will see the US reduce some tariffs on Chinese goods in exchange for increased Chinese purchases of US agricultural products.
  3. Cryptocurrency: The value of Bitcoin has surged in recent days, with some experts predicting a new era of growth for the cryptocurrency.

Sports

  1. Soccer: The English Premier League has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with no end date yet announced.
  2. Tennis: The Australian Open has been postponed until November due to the pandemic.
  3. Cricket: The Indian Premier League has been suspended due to the pandemic, with no end date yet announced.

Weather

  1. Tropical Storm: A tropical storm is expected to make landfall in the southeastern United States, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
  2. Wildfires: Wildfires are raging in Australia, with thousands of people forced to evacuate their homes.
  3. Flooding: Heavy rainfall has caused flooding in parts of Europe, with several countries declaring states of emergency.

These are just some of the latest news stories from ABC News World. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day!