Mmm news update

Here's a summary of the latest news updates:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, with over 300 million reported cases worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the pandemic is far from over and that new variants of the virus are emerging.
  2. U.S. Politics: The U.S. Senate has passed a bipartisan infrastructure bill, which aims to invest $1 trillion in the country's roads, bridges, and public transportation systems. The bill still needs to be approved by the House of Representatives.
  3. Economy: The U.S. economy has added 943,000 jobs in July, exceeding expectations and marking the 18th consecutive month of job growth. The unemployment rate has fallen to 5.4%, its lowest level since the pandemic began.
  4. Technology: Apple has announced a new iPhone 13 series, featuring improved cameras, faster processors, and longer battery life. The new phones will be available for pre-order on September 10.
  5. Environment: A massive wildfire has broken out in Greece, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes. The fire has burned through over 100,000 acres of land and is still not fully contained.

Business

  1. Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above 35,000 for the first time, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies such as Apple and Microsoft.
  2. Tesla: Tesla's stock price has surged after the company reported a surprise profit in the second quarter. The company's revenue also exceeded expectations, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles.
  3. Amazon: Amazon has announced a new line of affordable smart home devices, including a $25 smart plug and a $50 smart speaker.

Sports

  1. MLB: The New York Yankees have signed a new contract with star pitcher Gerrit Cole, reportedly worth $324 million over nine years.
  2. NFL: The NFL has announced its schedule for the upcoming season, with the Kansas City Chiefs set to face the Houston Texans in the season opener.
  3. Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won his 18th Grand Slam title, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the US Open final.

Entertainment

  1. Movies: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die," has been delayed until October due to the ongoing pandemic.
  2. Music: Taylor Swift has announced a new album, "Folklore," which will be released on July 23.
  3. TV: The new season of "The Great British Baking Show" has premiered on Netflix, featuring a new cast of contestants and challenges.

These are just a few of the latest news updates. Stay informed and stay safe!