Breaking news around the globe
Here are some breaking news stories from around the world:
Politics
- US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have reached a tentative agreement on a phase one trade deal, according to sources. The deal would see China increase its purchases of US agricultural products and reduce its tariffs on US goods. (Source: Bloomberg)
- UK General Election: The UK is heading to the polls for a general election, with the Conservative Party and Labour Party neck and neck in the polls. The election is seen as a crucial moment in the country's Brexit saga. (Source: BBC)
Business
- WeWork IPO: WeWork's initial public offering (IPO) has been delayed indefinitely, according to sources. The company had been expected to go public in the coming weeks. (Source: The New York Times)
- Amazon HQ2: Amazon has announced that it will split its second headquarters between two locations: Arlington, Virginia, and Long Island City, New York. The company had been searching for a new headquarters for several years. (Source: CNBC)
Health
- Coronavirus Outbreak: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency. The virus has spread to over 20 countries and has killed over 1,000 people. (Source: WHO)
- Measles Outbreak: The US is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in over 20 years, with over 1,000 cases reported so far this year. The outbreak is largely attributed to misinformation about vaccines. (Source: CNN)
Entertainment
- Oscars: The nominees for the 92nd Academy Awards have been announced, with "The Irishman," "Joker," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" leading the pack. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- Music: Pop star Taylor Swift has announced that she will be re-recording her old albums after a dispute with her former record label. (Source: Rolling Stone)
Sports
- NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs have won Super Bowl LIV, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-20. (Source: ESPN)
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open, defeating Dominic Thiem in the final. (Source: The Guardian)
Weather
- Tornado Outbreak: A severe tornado outbreak has hit the southern United States, with multiple tornadoes reported in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. (Source: The Weather Channel)
- Wildfires: Wildfires are raging in Australia, with over 100 fires burning across the country. (Source: ABC News)
These are just a few of the breaking news stories from around the world. Stay tuned for updates and developments as they happen!