Bbn current news
Here are some current news updates from around the world:
Politics
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with China agreeing to increase its purchases of US goods and services. (Source: BBC)
- The UK and EU have agreed on a revised Brexit deal, with the UK set to leave the EU on January 31. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Democratic Party in the US has launched an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, following allegations of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. (Source: CNN)
Business
- The global economy is expected to slow down in 2020, with the International Monetary Fund predicting a 3.3% growth rate. (Source: The New York Times)
- The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, in an effort to boost the economy. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
- The world's largest tech companies, including Apple and Amazon, have seen their stock prices fall due to concerns over the global economy and trade tensions. (Source: CNBC)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health emergency over the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China. (Source: WHO)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the US, with the first case reported in Washington state. (Source: CDC)
- Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of a vaccine against the Ebola virus, with the vaccine showing 100% efficacy in a clinical trial. (Source: The Lancet)
Sports
- The NFL has announced that the Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV on February 2. (Source: ESPN)
- The Australian Open has been affected by bushfires, with several players and officials forced to evacuate due to the fires. (Source: The Guardian)
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won the CONCACAF Women's Championship, defeating Canada 3-0 in the final. (Source: ESPN)
Entertainment
- The 92nd Academy Awards have been held, with "Parasite" winning four awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- The music industry has been rocked by the death of rapper Juice WRLD, who died at the age of 21 after suffering a seizure. (Source: Rolling Stone)
- The TV show "Game of Thrones" has won a record-breaking 38 Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. (Source: Variety)
These are just a few of the current news updates from around the world.