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Here are some of the latest news stories from around the world:
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- COVID-19: Global Cases Surpass 200 Million: The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide has surpassed 200 million, with over 4.3 million deaths.
- US-China Trade Talks Resume: The United States and China have resumed trade talks in Beijing, with both sides seeking to resolve their differences and avoid a new round of tariffs.
- UK-EU Trade Talks Hit Impasse: The UK and EU have failed to reach an agreement on a post-Brexit trade deal, with the UK threatening to walk away from talks if no deal is reached.
- Iran Nuclear Deal: US and EU Seek to Revive Agreement: The United States and European Union are working to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which was abandoned by the US in 2018.
- Hong Kong Protests: Police Crack Down on Demonstrators: Hong Kong police have used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse protesters demanding greater democracy and autonomy from China.
Business
- Stock Market Rally Continues: Global stock markets have continued their rally, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching new highs.
- Tesla Stock Soars: Tesla's stock price has surged after the company reported a surprise profit in the second quarter.
- Amazon Acquires Zoox: Amazon has acquired self-driving car startup Zoox in a deal worth $1.2 billion.
- Facebook to Launch Digital Currency: Facebook is set to launch a digital currency called Libra, which will allow users to make transactions online.
- Walmart to Acquire Cornershop: Walmart has agreed to acquire Chilean grocery delivery startup Cornershop for $225 million.
Sports
- Tiger Woods Wins PGA Championship: Tiger Woods has won his 15th major title at the PGA Championship, his first major win in over a decade.
- US Open Tennis: Serena Williams Advances: Serena Williams has advanced to the third round of the US Open tennis tournament, where she will face Maria Sakkari.
- NFL Season Preview: The NFL season is set to kick off, with the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans facing off in the season opener.
- MLB Playoffs: Yankees and Astros Advance: The New York Yankees and Houston Astros have advanced to the American League Championship Series, where they will face off in the ALCS.
- NBA Free Agency: Kawhi Leonard Signs with Clippers: Kawhi Leonard has signed with the Los Angeles Clippers, leaving the Toronto Raptors after one season.
Entertainment
- New Star Wars Movie Announced: Lucasfilm has announced a new Star Wars movie, which will be released in 2023.
- The Batman: Robert Pattinson to Star: Robert Pattinson has been cast as Batman in the upcoming DC Comics movie, The Batman.
- The Mandalorian: Season 2 Trailer Released: The trailer for the second season of The Mandalorian has been released, featuring Baby Yoda and more.
- Taylor Swift to Release New Album: Taylor Swift is set to release a new album, Folklore, which will be her eighth studio album.
- The Walking Dead: Season 11 Premiere Date Announced: The premiere date for the 11th season of The Walking Dead has been announced, with the show returning in August.
These are just a few of the latest news stories from around the world. Stay tuned for more updates!