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Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:
International
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The situation in eastern Ukraine remains tense as fighting continues between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists. The US has imposed new sanctions on Russia in response to the conflict.
- North Korea-US Tensions: The US has warned North Korea that it will take "swift and decisive" action if it continues to develop its nuclear program. North Korea has threatened to launch a nuclear attack on the US.
- Iran Nuclear Deal: The US has announced that it will not rejoin the Iran nuclear deal, despite international pressure to do so. The deal was signed in 2015 to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
National
- US Economy: The US economy grew at a slower pace than expected in the second quarter, with GDP increasing by 2.1%. The slowdown is attributed to a decline in consumer spending and a rise in imports.
- US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have agreed to a "phase one" trade deal, which will see China increase its purchases of US agricultural products and reduce its tariffs on US goods.
- Hurricane Dorian: The death toll from Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas has risen to 50, with many more still missing. The storm made landfall in the US as a Category 1 hurricane, causing significant damage and flooding.
Business
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by over 300 points today, amid concerns over the slowing global economy and trade tensions.
- Tech Industry: Apple has announced a new iPhone 12 series, which will feature improved cameras and faster processors. The company also announced a new streaming service, Apple TV+.
- Oil Prices: Oil prices have fallen by over 2% today, amid concerns over a global economic slowdown and a rise in oil production.
Sports
- NFL: The NFL season is set to kick off this weekend, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
- MLB: The St. Louis Cardinals have clinched a playoff spot in the National League, while the Houston Astros have secured a spot in the American League.
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the US Open men's singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final.
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today.