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- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The pandemic has also infected over 300 million people worldwide.
- Ukraine-Russia Crisis: Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have escalated, with Ukraine accusing Russia of deploying troops to the border. The US and EU have condemned the move, while Russia has denied any aggression.
- US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have agreed to a phase-one trade deal, which will see China increase its purchases of US goods and services. The deal is seen as a major step towards resolving the trade war between the two nations.
Business
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies such as Apple and Amazon.
- Economy: The US economy has added 225,000 jobs in January, beating expectations and indicating a strong start to the year.
- Tech: Tesla has announced a major expansion of its electric vehicle production capacity, with plans to increase output by 50% in the next two years.
Politics
- US Politics: The US Senate has acquitted former President Donald Trump of impeachment charges, with all Republicans voting to acquit.
- UK Politics: The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants.
- EU Politics: The European Union has agreed on a new budget and recovery plan, which will see the EU invest €1.8 trillion in its member states over the next seven years.
Entertainment
- Music: The Grammy Awards have taken place, with Billie Eilish winning six awards, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year.
- Film: The 93rd Academy Awards have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with new dates set for April 25.
- TV: The final season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has premiered, with fans eagerly anticipating the conclusion of the series.
Sports
- NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs have won Super Bowl LV, defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-20.
- NBA: The Los Angeles Lakers have signed LeBron James to a two-year contract extension, keeping him with the team until 2023.
- Tennis: The Australian Open has taken place, with Novak Djokovic winning his ninth title and Naomi Osaka winning her fourth.
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from around the world. Stay informed and up-to-date with the latest news and developments!