Dw news today

Here are the top news stories from DW (Deutsche Welle) today:

Global News

  1. Ukraine-Russia conflict: Fighting continues in eastern Ukraine, with both sides accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement. The conflict has left thousands dead and millions displaced.
  2. COVID-19 pandemic: The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a record high number of new coronavirus cases worldwide, with over 1.3 million cases reported in the past 24 hours.
  3. US-China trade tensions: The US has imposed new tariffs on Chinese goods, escalating a trade war that has been ongoing for months. China has vowed to retaliate.

European News

  1. Brexit: The UK and EU have agreed on a new trade deal, which will come into effect on January 1, 2021. The deal has been criticized by some for not doing enough to protect British industries.
  2. French protests: Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Paris and other French cities to protest against a new pension reform law. The protests have turned violent in some areas.
  3. German election: The German government has announced plans to hold a national election in September 2021, with Chancellor Angela Merkel expected to step down after 16 years in office.

Business News

  1. Stock market: Global stock markets have fallen sharply in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and trade tensions. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen by over 10% in the past month.
  2. Economy: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is facing a "delicate" recovery, with many countries still struggling to recover from the pandemic.
  3. Tech industry: The tech industry is facing a backlash over concerns about data privacy and the spread of misinformation online. Several major tech companies have been fined or faced legal action over these issues.

Sports News

  1. Soccer: The German soccer league has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with many teams facing financial difficulties.
  2. Tennis: The Australian Open has been postponed until November 2021 due to the pandemic, with many top players expressing concerns about the safety of the tournament.
  3. Formula 1: The Formula 1 racing season has been suspended until further notice due to the pandemic, with many teams facing financial difficulties.

These are just a few of the top news stories from DW today.