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Here are some current affairs updates:

Politics

  1. US-China Trade Talks: The US and China have agreed to a "Phase One" trade deal, which includes China increasing its purchases of US agricultural products and the US delaying tariffs on some Chinese goods.
  2. UK General Election: The UK has held a general election, with the Conservative Party winning a majority of seats in Parliament. Boris Johnson will remain Prime Minister.
  3. Hong Kong Protests: Pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have continued, with clashes between protesters and police resulting in injuries and arrests.

Business

  1. WeWork IPO: WeWork, a shared workspace company, has postponed its initial public offering (IPO) due to concerns over its financial health and corporate governance.
  2. Amazon HQ2: Amazon has announced that it will split its second headquarters between two locations: Arlington, Virginia, and Long Island City, New York.
  3. Tesla Stock: Tesla's stock price has fallen after the company reported a wider-than-expected loss in its latest quarterly earnings report.

Technology

  1. 5G Rollout: The rollout of 5G wireless networks has begun in several countries, including the US, China, and South Korea.
  2. Google Stadia: Google has launched its cloud gaming service, Stadia, which allows users to play games on their TVs, computers, and mobile devices without the need for a console.
  3. Facebook Libra: Facebook has delayed the launch of its cryptocurrency, Libra, due to regulatory concerns and criticism from lawmakers and financial experts.

Environment

  1. Climate Change: The UN has warned that the world has just 11 years to take action to prevent catastrophic climate change, with the current rate of carbon emissions exceeding the recommended limit.
  2. Australian Bushfires: Wildfires have been raging in Australia, with the country experiencing its worst bushfire season on record.
  3. Plastic Pollution: A study has found that plastic pollution in the world's oceans is worse than previously thought, with an estimated 150 million tons of plastic waste entering the oceans each year.

Health

  1. Coronavirus: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China a global health emergency, with cases reported in several countries around the world.
  2. Measles Outbreak: A measles outbreak has been reported in several countries, including the US, France, and the UK, with the WHO warning of a global resurgence of the disease.
  3. Vaping Illness: A mysterious vaping-related illness has been reported in the US, with over 2,000 cases and 60 deaths linked to the outbreak.

These are just a few of the current affairs updates. Let me know if you'd like me to provide more information on any of these topics or if you have specific questions!