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  1. Ukraine-Russia conflict: Ukraine says it has repelled a Russian attack in the eastern region of Donetsk, while Russia claims to have captured several Ukrainian villages.
  2. COVID-19 pandemic: The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, despite a decline in cases in many countries.
  3. US-China tensions: The United States has imposed sanctions on several Chinese officials and entities over human rights abuses in Xinjiang, China.

International

  1. Middle East: The United Arab Emirates has announced that it will normalize relations with Israel, in a move that could pave the way for further diplomatic ties between Arab states and Israel.
  2. Africa: The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote economic integration and development across the continent.
  3. Asia-Pacific: North Korea has launched a new ballistic missile, in a move that has been condemned by the United States and other countries.

Business

  1. Economy: The European Union has agreed on a new budget and recovery plan to help its member states recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
  2. Finance: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is facing a "delicate" recovery, and that policymakers must take steps to address rising debt levels.
  3. Technology: The European Union has launched a new initiative to promote the development of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.

Culture

  1. Arts: The Louvre Museum in Paris has reopened its doors to the public after a three-month closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  2. Music: The Grammy Awards have been postponed until March 2022 due to the ongoing pandemic.
  3. Film: The Cannes Film Festival has announced its lineup for this year's festival, which will take place in July.

Sports

  1. Football: The French football league has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with no date set for its resumption.
  2. Tennis: The French Open has been postponed until September due to the pandemic.
  3. Rugby: The Rugby World Cup has been postponed until 2023 due to the pandemic.

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