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  1. US and China agree to phase one trade deal: The US and China have agreed to a phase one trade deal, which will see China increase its purchases of US goods and services. The deal is seen as a major breakthrough in the trade war between the two countries.
  2. Impeachment inquiry: Trump's lawyers argue against witnesses: The lawyers for US President Donald Trump have argued against calling new witnesses in the impeachment inquiry, saying that the evidence already presented is sufficient to clear the president of wrongdoing.
  3. US and Turkey agree to ceasefire in Syria: The US and Turkey have agreed to a ceasefire in northern Syria, which will see Turkish forces pause their military operation against Kurdish-led forces. The ceasefire is seen as a major step towards ending the conflict in the region.

Business

  1. US stocks rise as trade deal hopes boost sentiment: US stocks rose sharply on Thursday as hopes of a trade deal between the US and China boosted investor sentiment. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by over 300 points, or 1.1%.
  2. Amazon to create 10,000 new jobs in the US: Amazon has announced plans to create 10,000 new jobs in the US, as part of its efforts to expand its operations in the country. The new jobs will be created in a range of roles, including in customer service, logistics, and technology.
  3. Gold prices rise as trade tensions ease: Gold prices rose on Thursday as trade tensions between the US and China eased. The price of gold rose by over 1% to its highest level in over two weeks.

Politics

  1. Impeachment inquiry: Trump's lawyers argue against witnesses: The lawyers for US President Donald Trump have argued against calling new witnesses in the impeachment inquiry, saying that the evidence already presented is sufficient to clear the president of wrongdoing.
  2. US and Turkey agree to ceasefire in Syria: The US and Turkey have agreed to a ceasefire in northern Syria, which will see Turkish forces pause their military operation against Kurdish-led forces. The ceasefire is seen as a major step towards ending the conflict in the region.
  3. US Senate votes to block Saudi arms sale: The US Senate has voted to block a major arms sale to Saudi Arabia, in a move that is seen as a rebuke to the Trump administration's close ties with the kingdom.

Entertainment

  1. Taylor Swift announces new album and tour: Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has announced a new album and tour, which will see her perform in cities around the world. The new album, called "Lover", will be released in August.
  2. Game of Thrones wins big at Emmy Awards: The final season of Game of Thrones won big at the Emmy Awards, taking home a record-breaking 32 awards. The show's cast and crew were in attendance at the ceremony, which was held in Los Angeles.
  3. New Star Wars film announced: A new Star Wars film has been announced, which will see the return of some of the franchise's most beloved characters. The film, called "The Rise of Skywalker", will be released in December.