News of the day today
Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:
Politics
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (Source: BBC)
- The UK's Supreme Court has ruled that Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament was unlawful. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Democratic National Committee has announced the schedule for the 2020 US presidential debates, with the first debate set to take place on September 12. (Source: CNN)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen over 500 points, or 1.8%, amid concerns over the global economy and trade tensions. (Source: CNBC)
- Boeing has announced a $4.9 billion settlement with the US Department of Justice over its handling of the 737 Max crisis. (Source: The New York Times)
- 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)
World News
- A powerful earthquake has struck the Greek island of Crete, killing at least two people and injuring dozens more. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The death toll from a landslide in Indonesia has risen to 30, with many more feared missing. (Source: The Jakarta Post)
- The United Nations has warned that the world is facing a "climate emergency" and must take immediate action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: The Guardian)
Sports
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won the World Cup for the fourth time, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final. (Source: ESPN)
- The New England Patriots have signed quarterback Tom Brady to a one-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through the 2022 season. (Source: The Boston Globe)
- The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Pascal Siakam to a four-year contract extension, worth up to $130 million. (Source: The Toronto Star)
Entertainment
- The final season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has been criticized for its pacing and plot holes, with many fans expressing disappointment on social media. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- The new Disney+ streaming service has launched in the US, offering a range of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars content. (Source: Variety)
- The music festival Coachella has announced its 2020 lineup, featuring headliners such as Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott, and Frank Ocean. (Source: Billboard)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. I hope this helps you stay up to date on current events!