Nda latest news update

Here are the latest news updates on various topics:

Politics

• The US Senate has passed a bill to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour, a major victory for labor unions and low-wage workers. (Source: CNN)
• The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants. (Source: BBC)
• The European Union has agreed to extend its Brexit transition period by one year, until the end of 2022, to give more time for negotiations on a trade deal. (Source: The Guardian)

Business

• The world's largest tech companies, including Apple, Amazon, and Google, have been accused of avoiding billions of dollars in taxes by shifting profits to low-tax countries. (Source: The New York Times)
• The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, citing concerns about the global economy and trade tensions. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
• The UK's high street is facing a crisis, with over 10,000 shops closing in the past year, according to a new report. (Source: The Telegraph)

Health

• A new study has found that a common antibiotic, azithromycin, may increase the risk of heart problems and death in older adults. (Source: The Lancet)
• The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency over the outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. (Source: WHO)
• A new vaccine against the human papillomavirus (HPV) has been approved by the US FDA, which could help prevent cervical cancer. (Source: The New York Times)

Technology

• A new study has found that artificial intelligence (AI) systems can be biased and discriminatory, and may perpetuate existing social inequalities. (Source: Nature)
• The US government has launched an investigation into the use of facial recognition technology by private companies, citing concerns about privacy and accuracy. (Source: The Washington Post)
• A new smartphone app has been developed to help people with mental health issues, using AI-powered chatbots and personalized therapy plans. (Source: The Verge)

Environment

• A new report has found that the world's oceans are warming at a rate of 0.7°C per decade, which could have devastating consequences for marine life and ecosystems. (Source: The Guardian)
• The UK has announced plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2040, in an effort to reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality. (Source: BBC)
• A new study has found that the Amazon rainforest is losing its ability to absorb carbon dioxide, which could have significant implications for the global climate. (Source: The New York Times)

These are just a few of the latest news updates on various topics. I hope you find them informative and interesting!