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  1. Biden to Meet with Putin in Geneva: President Joe Biden is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva, Switzerland, on Wednesday. The meeting is expected to focus on a range of issues, including cybersecurity, arms control, and human rights.
  2. COVID-19 Cases Surge in the US: The number of COVID-19 cases in the United States has surged in recent weeks, with over 100,000 new cases reported on Monday alone. The surge is attributed to the highly contagious Delta variant and low vaccination rates in some parts of the country.
  3. Taliban Take Control of Kabul: The Taliban has taken control of the capital city of Kabul, Afghanistan, after the government collapsed and the country's president fled the country. The Taliban's takeover has raised concerns about the safety of civilians and the potential for human rights abuses.

Politics

  1. Infrastructure Bill Passes Senate: The Senate has passed a bipartisan infrastructure bill, which includes funding for roads, bridges, and public transportation. The bill is expected to be sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.
  2. Supreme Court Rules on Abortion: The Supreme Court has ruled that a Louisiana law requiring abortion providers to have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital is unconstitutional. The ruling is seen as a victory for abortion rights advocates.
  3. Trump's Tax Returns Released: The House Ways and Means Committee has released former President Donald Trump's tax returns, which show that he paid $750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017.

Business

  1. Stock Market Reaches New High: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has reached a new high, closing above 35,000 for the first time. The surge is attributed to strong economic growth and low interest rates.
  2. Amazon to Create 10,000 New Jobs: Amazon has announced plans to create 10,000 new jobs in the United States over the next year. The company is also investing in its existing workforce and expanding its benefits package.
  3. Tesla's Stock Price Soars: Tesla's stock price has soared after the company reported strong quarterly earnings and announced plans to increase its production capacity.

Entertainment

  1. New Movie Releases: Several new movies are being released this week, including "The Tomorrow War" on Amazon Prime and "The Green Knight" in theaters.
  2. Music Festival Lineup Announced: The lineup for the annual Coachella music festival has been announced, featuring headliners such as Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, and Megan Thee Stallion.
  3. TV Show Renewed: The popular TV show "The Good Doctor" has been renewed for a sixth season on ABC.

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