News bites

Here are some news bites from various sources:

Politics

• The US Senate has passed a bill to increase funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by $2 billion, with a focus on combating COVID-19 and other diseases. (Source: The Hill)
• The UK's Labour Party has announced plans to introduce a four-day working week for public sector employees, in an effort to boost productivity and reduce carbon emissions. (Source: BBC News)

Business

• Tesla has announced plans to build a new electric vehicle factory in Berlin, Germany, with an expected production capacity of 500,000 vehicles per year. (Source: Reuters)
• Amazon has launched a new grocery delivery service in the UK, allowing customers to order fresh produce and other essentials online and have them delivered to their doorstep. (Source: The Guardian)

Technology

• Google has announced a new AI-powered tool that can detect breast cancer from mammography images with high accuracy, potentially revolutionizing early detection and treatment. (Source: The Verge)
• Facebook has launched a new feature called "Facebook Dating", which allows users to create a separate dating profile and connect with potential matches. (Source: TechCrunch)

Health

• A new study has found that a common antibiotic, azithromycin, may be effective in treating COVID-19 patients, particularly those with severe symptoms. (Source: Science Magazine)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the global risk of COVID-19 transmission has been downgraded from "very high" to "high", citing declining cases and hospitalizations in many countries. (Source: WHO)

Entertainment

• The Academy Awards have announced a new category for "Best Popular Film", which will recognize films that have had a significant impact on popular culture. (Source: Variety)
• The popular video game "Fortnite" has been banned in China, citing concerns over its impact on young people's mental health and addiction. (Source: CNN)

These are just a few of the many news bites from around the world. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments!