Cic news december 2017
Here are some of the top news stories from December 2017, as reported by CNN International:
Politics
- December 1: The United States Senate passes a tax reform bill, sending it to President Donald Trump for signature.
- December 6: The United Nations General Assembly votes to condemn North Korea's human rights record, with 120 countries supporting the resolution.
- December 12: The European Union and the United Kingdom agree on a draft Brexit deal, outlining the terms of the UK's departure from the EU.
Business
- December 4: The Dow Jones Industrial Average closes above 24,000 for the first time, driven by strong economic growth and corporate earnings.
- December 11: The Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the third time in 2017, citing a strong economy and low unemployment.
- December 18: The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) votes to repeal net neutrality rules, allowing internet service providers to manage traffic and block certain websites.
World News
- December 2: A powerful earthquake strikes southern Mexico, killing at least 15 people and injuring hundreds.
- December 6: A suicide bombing in Kabul, Afghanistan, kills at least 40 people and injures many more.
- December 19: North Korea conducts its most powerful nuclear test to date, claiming it has developed a hydrogen bomb.
Sports
- December 3: The Philadelphia Eagles win their first Super Bowl title, defeating the New England Patriots 41-33 in Super Bowl LII.
- December 10: The Golden State Warriors win their second NBA championship in three years, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-1 in the NBA Finals.
- December 17: The Pittsburgh Penguins win their fifth Stanley Cup title in six years, defeating the Nashville Predators 2-0 in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Entertainment
- December 1: The Walt Disney Company announces plans to acquire 21st Century Fox's film and television assets for $52.4 billion.
- December 7: The Grammy Awards nominations are announced, with Kendrick Lamar and Bruno Mars leading the pack with multiple nominations.
- December 18: The final episode of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" airs, concluding the show's eight-season run.
These are just a few of the top news stories from December 2017. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic, feel free to ask!