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Here are the latest news updates from various sources:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). (Source: BBC)
  2. US-China Tensions: The US has imposed sanctions on China's top chipmaker, SMIC, over national security concerns. (Source: Reuters)
  3. UK-EU Trade Talks: The UK and EU have agreed to extend the Brexit transition period by two months to allow for more time to negotiate a trade deal. (Source: The Guardian)
  4. India's COVID-19 Crisis: India has reported a record 401,993 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, with hospitals struggling to cope with the surge. (Source: Al Jazeera)
  5. NASA's Perseverance Rover: NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of seasonal water on Mars, which could potentially support life. (Source: NASA)

Business

  1. Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by optimism over the COVID-19 vaccine rollout and economic recovery. (Source: CNBC)
  2. Tesla's Earnings: Tesla has reported a surprise profit in the first quarter, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. (Source: The Verge)
  3. Amazon's Acquisition: Amazon has acquired a stake in the Indian food delivery company, Zomato, in a deal worth $150 million. (Source: Bloomberg)

Technology

  1. Facebook's Oversight Board: Facebook has launched an independent oversight board to review content moderation decisions and ensure transparency. (Source: The Verge)
  2. Google's Pixel 5a: Google has announced the Pixel 5a, a mid-range smartphone with a 6.1-inch OLED display and a starting price of $399. (Source: CNET)
  3. Microsoft's Xbox Series X: Microsoft has announced the Xbox Series X, a next-generation gaming console with a custom AMD processor and 16 GB of GDDR6 RAM. (Source: IGN)

Sports

  1. NFL Draft: The 2021 NFL Draft has taken place, with the Jacksonville Jaguars selecting Trevor Lawrence as the first overall pick. (Source: ESPN)
  2. Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the 2021 French Open, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final. (Source: BBC Sport)
  3. Cricket: India has won the 2021 ICC World Test Championship, defeating New Zealand in the final. (Source: ESPN Cricinfo)

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