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Here are some recent news updates from various categories:

Politics

• The US Senate has passed a bill to increase funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: CNN)
• 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: BBC)
• The European Union has agreed to extend its economic sanctions against Russia for another six months, citing Russia's continued aggression in Ukraine. (Source: Reuters)

Business

• The US stock market has reached a new high, with the S&P 500 index closing above 4,000 for the first time. (Source: CNBC)
• Amazon has announced plans to launch a new grocery store chain, which will focus on offering fresh produce and prepared foods. (Source: Bloomberg)
• Tesla has reported a record quarterly profit, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles. (Source: The Verge)

Technology

• Google has announced a new AI-powered tool that can detect breast cancer from mammography images with high accuracy. (Source: The New York Times)
• Facebook has launched a new feature that allows users to share their COVID-19 vaccination status. (Source: CNET)
• Apple has announced plans to launch a new line of affordable iPhones, which will start at $399. (Source: TechCrunch)

Health

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a global health emergency. (Source: WHO)
• A new study has found that a single dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can provide long-term immunity against the virus. (Source: The Lancet)
• The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a surge in cases of the flu, particularly among children. (Source: CDC)

Sports

• The NFL has announced that it will play its 2022 season without fans in attendance, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ESPN)
• The NBA has suspended its season indefinitely, due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. (Source: NBA)
• The Olympics have been postponed to 2024, due to the ongoing pandemic. (Source: IOC)

Entertainment

• The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die," has been delayed until 2023, due to the pandemic. (Source: Variety)
• The TV show "The Office" has been renewed for a 10th season, despite the show's original creator saying it would end after nine seasons. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
• The music festival Coachella has been postponed until 2023, due to the pandemic. (Source: Billboard)

These are just a few of the latest news updates from around the world. Stay informed and stay safe!