Afp news

AFP (Agence France-Presse) is a global news agency that provides news coverage to clients around the world. Here are some of the latest news stories from AFP:

Top Stories

  1. Ukraine-Russia conflict: Fighting intensifies in eastern Ukraine as Russia-backed separatists launch new attacks, killing at least 10 people.
  2. COVID-19 pandemic: Global cases of COVID-19 surpass 200 million as new variants spread, prompting concerns about vaccine effectiveness.
  3. US-China tensions: US and China trade barbs over Taiwan, with Washington urging Beijing to respect the island's sovereignty.
  4. Middle East peace process: Israeli and Palestinian leaders meet for talks in Jerusalem, but progress is slow due to deep-seated differences.
  5. Climate change: Scientists warn of catastrophic consequences if global warming exceeds 1.5 degrees Celsius, as COP26 climate summit approaches.

Business

  1. Global economy: World trade growth slows as COVID-19 pandemic persists, with US-China tensions adding to uncertainty.
  2. Tech industry: Facebook's parent company Meta announces major layoffs, citing economic uncertainty and increased competition.
  3. Energy sector: Oil prices surge as OPEC+ agrees to cut production, amid concerns about global supply and demand.

Sports

  1. Tennis: Novak Djokovic wins Australian Open, extending his record to 18 Grand Slam titles.
  2. Football: Manchester City wins English Premier League title, while Liverpool and Chelsea secure Champions League spots.
  3. Cricket: India wins Test series against Australia, with Virat Kohli becoming the first Indian captain to win a series in Australia.

Entertainment

  1. Music: Taylor Swift releases new album "Folklore", breaking multiple records on streaming platforms.
  2. Film: "The Matrix Resurrections" premieres, with Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss reprising their roles.
  3. Television: "The Crown" wins several awards at the Golden Globes, with Olivia Colman and Josh O'Connor praised for their performances.

These are just a few of the latest news stories from AFP. You can visit their website for more in-depth coverage and analysis on a wide range of topics.