Msn news today
Here are some of the top news stories from MSN News today:
Politics
- Biden to meet with Putin in Geneva: The White House has announced that President Joe Biden will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 16. The meeting is expected to focus on a range of issues, including cybersecurity, arms control, and human rights. (Source: CNN)
- Trump's tax returns: The Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump administration must turn over the former president's tax returns to a congressional committee. The decision is a major victory for Democrats, who have been seeking access to Trump's financial records for years. (Source: The New York Times)
World News
- COVID-19: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 3.5 million, according to the World Health Organization. The pandemic has also infected over 170 million people worldwide. (Source: BBC News)
- Israel-Gaza conflict: Tensions between Israel and Gaza have escalated in recent days, with both sides exchanging fire and rockets. The conflict has left dozens of people dead and many more injured. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Business
- Stock market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 34,000 for the first time, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies like Apple and Microsoft. (Source: CNBC)
- Economy: The US economy added 559,000 jobs in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate fell to 5.8%, its lowest level since March 2020. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
Sports
- NBA playoffs: The Milwaukee Bucks have advanced to the NBA Finals, defeating the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Bucks will face the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals, which begin on July 6. (Source: ESPN)
- MLB: The New York Yankees have signed ace pitcher Gerrit Cole to a 9-year, $324 million contract extension. The deal makes Cole one of the highest-paid pitchers in baseball history. (Source: The Athletic)
Entertainment
- Music: The 2021 MTV Video Music Awards will take place on September 12, with performances by artists like Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish, and Lil Nas X. (Source: Variety)
- Movies: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die," has been delayed until October 8 due to the ongoing pandemic. The film was originally set to be released in April. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
These are just a few of the top news stories from MSN News today. You can visit the MSN News website for more in-depth coverage and analysis of these and other stories.