News and report
Here are some recent news and reports from various fields:
Politics
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with China agreeing to increase its purchases of US goods and services. (Source: BBC News)
- 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: The Guardian)
- The European Union has agreed to extend the Brexit transition period until the end of 2022, giving the UK more time to negotiate a trade deal. (Source: The New York Times)
Business
- The global economy has grown at its slowest pace in three years, according to the International Monetary Fund. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
- Amazon has announced plans to launch a new delivery service in the UK, which will allow customers to receive packages in as little as 30 minutes. (Source: The Telegraph)
- Tesla has reported a record quarterly profit, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles. (Source: CNBC)
Health
- A new study has found that a common antibiotic can be used to treat a range of diseases, including tuberculosis and leprosy. (Source: The Lancet)
- The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency over the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China. (Source: The New York Times)
- A new vaccine has been approved for use in the UK, which protects against a type of meningitis that is common in young children. (Source: The Guardian)
Technology
- A new study has found that artificial intelligence can be used to detect signs of depression and anxiety in people's speech patterns. (Source: The Verge)
- The European Union has announced plans to introduce new rules to regulate the use of facial recognition technology. (Source: The Financial Times)
- A new smartphone has been launched, which features a foldable screen and a powerful processor. (Source: CNET)
Environment
- A new report has found that the world is running out of water, with many countries facing severe shortages in the coming years. (Source: The Guardian)
- The United States has announced plans to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement, which aims to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. (Source: The New York Times)
- A new study has found that a type of plastic used in food packaging can be harmful to human health. (Source: The Lancet)
Sports
- The NFL has announced plans to expand its regular season to 17 games, starting in 2021. (Source: ESPN)
- The NBA has announced plans to introduce a new format for its playoffs, which will feature a play-in tournament for teams that finish between 7th and 10th in their respective conferences. (Source: The Athletic)
- A new study has found that playing sports can reduce the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease. (Source: The Journal of the American Medical Association)
I hope these news and reports are helpful!