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Here are the latest news headlines from around the world:
Top Stories
- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
- US Politics: The US Senate has passed a bill to increase funding for the US Capitol Police and National Guard in response to the January 6th insurrection.
- UK-EU Trade Talks: The UK and EU have reached a tentative agreement on a post-Brexit trade deal, but it still needs to be ratified by both sides.
- China-US Tensions: The US has imposed sanctions on several Chinese officials and entities over human rights abuses in Xinjiang, prompting a strong response from Beijing.
- Climate Change: The UN has warned that the world is running out of time to take action on climate change, with just over a decade left to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
Business
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from major US companies.
- Tech: Apple has announced a new iPhone 13 series, featuring improved cameras and faster processors.
- Economy: The US economy has added 1.4 million jobs in August, beating expectations and signaling a strong recovery from the pandemic.
Sports
- NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs have defeated the Baltimore Ravens 34-20 in the NFL season opener.
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the US Open men's singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final.
- Golf: Jon Rahm has won the US Open golf tournament, his first major victory.
Entertainment
- Music: Taylor Swift has released a new album, "Folklore", featuring 16 new tracks.
- Movies: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been delayed until 2022 due to the pandemic.
- TV: The final season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has premiered on HBO.
These are just a few of the latest news headlines. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news from around the world!