Breaking news last week
Here are some of the top breaking news stories from last week:
Politics
- The US Senate voted to acquit former President Donald Trump on the charge of inciting insurrection during the January 6th Capitol riot. (February 13)
- The UK and EU reached a post-Brexit trade deal, avoiding a no-deal scenario and paving the way for a new era of economic cooperation. (February 10)
- The US House of Representatives voted to impeach President Trump for a second time, charging him with inciting insurrection during the January 6th Capitol riot. (January 13)
World News
- A powerful earthquake struck Turkey and Greece, killing at least 20 people and injuring hundreds more. (February 6)
- The death toll from a devastating cyclone in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi rose to over 500, with thousands more displaced. (February 10)
- The US and Iran reached a deal to release a detained American journalist and a Iranian-American businessman in exchange for the release of an Iranian scientist. (February 11)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 30,000 for the first time, marking a major milestone in the US stock market. (February 12)
- The UK's FTSE 100 index fell to its lowest level in over a year, amid concerns over the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy. (February 8)
- Tesla's stock price surged to a record high, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles and growing concerns over climate change. (February 10)
Sports
- The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl LV, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-20 in a thrilling game. (February 7)
- The Los Angeles Lakers signed LeBron James to a two-year contract extension, keeping the NBA superstar with the team through the 2022-2023 season. (February 10)
- The New York Yankees signed Gerrit Cole to a nine-year, $324 million contract, making him the highest-paid pitcher in baseball history. (February 12)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards ceremony was postponed to April 25 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the nominees announced in February. (February 8)
- The Grammy Awards ceremony was held virtually, with winners including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish. (February 11)
- The Disney+ streaming service launched in the UK and Ireland, offering a range of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars content. (February 12)
These are just a few of the top breaking news stories from last week. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic, feel free to ask!