Latest news happening in the world
Here are some of the latest news stories happening around the world:
Politics
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (Source: BBC)
- The UK and EU have reached a Brexit deal, with the UK set to leave the EU on January 31. (Source: CNN)
- The US House of Representatives has voted to impeach President Donald Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. (Source: The New York Times)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China a global health emergency. (Source: WHO)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the first case of the new coronavirus in the US. (Source: CDC)
- Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of a vaccine against the Ebola virus. (Source: The Lancet)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen to its lowest level in over a year, amid concerns about the global economy. (Source: CNBC)
- The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, in an effort to boost the economy. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
- The world's largest tech companies, including Apple and Amazon, have announced significant job cuts in recent days. (Source: Bloomberg)
Environment
- The Australian bushfire season has been declared a national emergency, with thousands of firefighters battling blazes across the country. (Source: ABC News)
- The European Union has agreed to ban single-use plastics, including straws, bags, and cutlery. (Source: The Guardian)
- The world's oceans are warming at a rate that is 40% faster than previously thought, according to a new study. (Source: Science Magazine)
Sports
- The NFL has announced that the Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. (Source: ESPN)
- The Australian Open has been postponed due to the bushfire crisis, with the tournament now set to take place in March. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won its fourth World Cup title, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final. (Source: The New York Times)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced their nominees for the 92nd Oscars, with "The Irishman," "Joker," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" among the top contenders. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- The Grammy Awards have announced their nominees for the 62nd Grammys, with Billie Eilish, Lizzo, and Lil Nas X among the top nominees. (Source: Rolling Stone)
- The new season of "Game of Thrones" has premiered on HBO, with the final episodes of the series set to air in the coming weeks. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
These are just a few of the latest news stories happening around the world. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments!