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Breaking News
- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
- US-China Tensions: The United States has imposed sanctions on several Chinese officials and entities over human rights abuses in Xinjiang, China.
- India's COVID-19 Crisis: India has reported a record 4,529 deaths in the past 24 hours, as the country struggles to contain a devastating second wave of COVID-19.
- North Korea's Missile Test: North Korea has launched a ballistic missile into the sea, in a move that has been condemned by the United States and other countries.
- European Union's Vaccine Rollout: The European Union has launched a vaccine rollout program, aiming to vaccinate 70% of its adult population by the end of the summer.
Top Stories
- NASA's Perseverance Rover: NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of ancient lakes and rivers on Mars, providing new insights into the planet's past.
- UK's COVID-19 Vaccine Approval: The UK has approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 12 years old.
- China's Space Station: China has launched its new space station, the Tiantan-1, which is expected to be operational for at least 15 years.
- India's Economic Crisis: India's economy has contracted by 7.3% in the first quarter of 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns.
- South Africa's COVID-19 Variant: Scientists have identified a new COVID-19 variant in South Africa, which has raised concerns about its potential to spread globally.
Sports News
- UEFA Champions League: Manchester City has won the UEFA Champions League title, defeating Chelsea 1-0 in the final.
- Indian Premier League: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended indefinitely due to a COVID-19 outbreak among players and staff.
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the French Open, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.
- Cricket: England has won the first Test match against New Zealand, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
- Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton has won the Spanish Grand Prix, extending his lead in the Formula 1 championship.
Business News
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by strong earnings reports and optimism about the economic recovery.
- Oil Prices: Oil prices have fallen due to concerns about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global demand.
- Tech Stocks: Tech stocks have surged, driven by strong earnings reports from companies such as Apple and Amazon.
- Economic Growth: The global economy is expected to grow by 5.5% in 2021, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
- Cryptocurrency: The price of Bitcoin has fallen due to concerns about regulatory crackdowns and market volatility.
These are just some of the latest flash news updates. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!