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Here are some of the latest news updates from around the world:
Breaking News
- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The number of cases has also reached over 300 million.
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Fighting has intensified in eastern Ukraine, with reports of heavy shelling and airstrikes in the Donetsk region. The conflict has resulted in over 14,000 deaths since 2014.
- US-China Trade Tensions: The US has imposed new tariffs on $120 billion worth of Chinese goods, in response to China's alleged theft of intellectual property. China has vowed to retaliate with its own tariffs.
Top Stories
- UK-EU Trade Talks: The UK and EU have agreed on a new trade deal, which will allow for tariff-free trade in goods and services. The deal still needs to be ratified by the UK Parliament.
- India's COVID-19 Crisis: India has reported a record number of COVID-19 cases, with over 400,000 new infections in the past 24 hours. The country's healthcare system is under immense pressure.
- North Korea-US Relations: North Korea has launched a series of ballistic missiles, in defiance of international sanctions. The US has condemned the launches, calling them a threat to regional security.
Business News
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen over 1,000 points, amid concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic and trade tensions.
- Economic Growth: The US economy has grown at an annual rate of 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The growth is attributed to consumer spending and government spending.
- Tech News: Apple has announced a new iPhone, with improved cameras and a faster processor. The phone is expected to be released in September.
Sports News
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the French Open, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final. It is Djokovic's 18th Grand Slam title.
- Football: The English Premier League has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The league is expected to resume in August.
- Cricket: India has won the ICC World Cup, defeating New Zealand in the final. It is India's third World Cup title.
Entertainment News
- Music: Taylor Swift has released a new album, "Folklore", which has broken multiple records on streaming platforms.
- Film: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The film is expected to be released in November.
- TV: The new season of "The Crown" has been released on Netflix, with Olivia Colman reprising her role as Queen Elizabeth II.
These are just some of the latest news updates from around the world. Stay tuned for more news and updates throughout the day!