Bbc america news
Here are the latest news headlines from BBC America:
Top Stories
- UK and EU reach Brexit deal: The UK and EU have agreed on a new Brexit deal, which will see the UK leave the EU on October 31st.
- Hurricane Dorian hits Bahamas: The powerful storm has made landfall in the Bahamas, causing widespread destruction and flooding.
- US-Iran tensions escalate: The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran, which has responded by threatening to increase its uranium enrichment.
- UK general election called: The UK is heading to the polls on December 12th, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson called a snap general election.
- Climate change protests continue: Protests against climate change have continued across the world, with thousands of people taking to the streets to demand action.
International News
- Hong Kong protests turn violent: Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have turned violent, with police using tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse crowds.
- India and Pakistan tensions escalate: Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated, with both countries exchanging gunfire and accusing each other of aggression.
- Syria conflict continues: The conflict in Syria has continued, with government forces and rebel groups clashing in several parts of the country.
- South Africa protests continue: Protests against corruption and economic inequality have continued in South Africa, with thousands of people taking to the streets.
- China and US trade talks resume: Trade talks between China and the US have resumed, with both sides seeking to resolve their differences and avoid a trade war.
US News
- Impeachment inquiry continues: The impeachment inquiry into US President Donald Trump has continued, with new evidence emerging and witnesses testifying.
- US-China trade tensions escalate: Trade tensions between the US and China have escalated, with both sides imposing tariffs on each other's goods.
- US economy slows: The US economy has slowed, with growth falling to its lowest level in three years.
- California wildfires continue: Wildfires have continued to rage in California, with thousands of people forced to evacuate and several people killed.
- New York City protests continue: Protests against police brutality and systemic racism have continued in New York City, with thousands of people taking to the streets.
Business News
- Stock markets fall: Stock markets have fallen, with investors worried about the impact of the US-China trade war and slowing global growth.
- Oil prices rise: Oil prices have risen, with tensions in the Middle East and a decline in global oil supplies contributing to the increase.
- Amazon and Google in antitrust probe: The US Department of Justice has launched an antitrust probe into Amazon and Google, amid concerns about their dominance in the tech industry.
- Facebook faces new scandal: Facebook has faced a new scandal, with reports emerging that the company has been sharing user data with third-party companies.
- Tesla shares fall: Tesla shares have fallen, with investors worried about the company's financial health and the impact of the US-China trade war.