Daily news
Here are some of the top stories from around the world:
Breaking News
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (Source: CNN)
- A powerful earthquake has struck the Philippines, killing at least 10 people and injuring many more. (Source: BBC)
- The European Union has agreed to extend the Brexit deadline to January 31, 2020, giving the UK more time to negotiate a withdrawal agreement. (Source: The Guardian)
Politics
- The US House of Representatives has voted to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, paving the way for the possibility of his removal from office. (Source: The New York Times)
- The UK's Labour Party has announced that it will back a second Brexit referendum, in an effort to stop the country from leaving the EU without a deal. (Source: The Telegraph)
- The US Senate has confirmed Judge Amy Coney Barrett as the newest member of the Supreme Court, despite opposition from Democrats. (Source: The Washington Post)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen by over 500 points, amid concerns about the global economy and the impact of the US-China trade war. (Source: CNBC)
- The UK's economy has contracted by 0.1% in the third quarter, according to official figures, amid concerns about the impact of Brexit. (Source: The Financial Times)
- The world's largest coffee chain, Starbucks, has announced plans to open 500 new stores in China over the next five years. (Source: Bloomberg)
Sports
- The New England Patriots have won the NFL's AFC East division title, after defeating the Miami Dolphins 27-24. (Source: ESPN)
- The Los Angeles Lakers have signed forward Anthony Davis to a five-year contract extension, worth over $200 million. (Source: The Los Angeles Times)
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won the FIFA Women's World Cup, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final. (Source: The New York Times)
Entertainment
- The latest season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has been released on HBO, with fans eagerly anticipating the conclusion of the series. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
- The music streaming service Spotify has launched a new feature, allowing users to create and share playlists with friends. (Source: The Verge)
- The actor and comedian, Eddie Murphy, has announced plans to release a new comedy special, his first in over a decade. (Source: Variety)
These are just a few of the top stories from around the world. I hope you find them interesting and informative!