Cic news may 2018
Here are some of the top news stories from May 2018:
Politics
- May 25: The United States and North Korea hold a historic summit in Singapore, where President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sign a joint statement committing to work towards denuclearization.
- May 17: The European Union and the United Kingdom agree on a draft withdrawal agreement, outlining the terms of the UK's departure from the EU.
- May 15: The Italian general election results in a hung parliament, with no party or coalition winning a majority of seats.
Business
- May 29: The Dow Jones Industrial Average closes above 25,000 for the first time, driven by strong earnings reports and optimism about the US economy.
- May 24: Facebook announces a major overhaul of its data privacy policies and practices, following a series of scandals and regulatory investigations.
- May 14: The US Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the sixth time since 2015, citing a strong economy and low unemployment.
World News
- May 21: A magnitude 7.9 earthquake strikes Papua New Guinea, triggering widespread damage and killing at least 12 people.
- May 18: A suicide bombing in Kabul, Afghanistan kills at least 25 people and wounds many more.
- May 12: A massive fire breaks out at a chemical plant in Pennsylvania, forcing the evacuation of nearby residents.
Sports
- May 28: The Golden State Warriors win their third NBA championship in four years, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.
- May 20: The Boston Celtics defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to the NBA Finals.
- May 13: The Houston Astros win their first World Series title in franchise history, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7.
Entertainment
- May 25: The Marvel Cinematic Universe releases its 19th film, "Avengers: Infinity War," which becomes the fourth-highest-grossing film of all time.
- May 18: The 2018 Billboard Music Awards take place in Las Vegas, with Kendrick Lamar and Bruno Mars among the big winners.
- May 14: The 2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards take place in Los Angeles, with "Black Panther" and "Stranger Things" among the big winners.
These are just a few of the top news stories from May 2018. Let me know if you'd like more information on any of these topics or if you have any specific questions!