Recent news updates
Here are some recent news updates from various sources:
Politics
- The US Senate has passed a bipartisan infrastructure bill, which aims to invest $1 trillion in the country's infrastructure over the next five years. (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 impose sanctions on Belarus over its treatment of migrants and refugees. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Business
- The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, citing concerns over the global economy. (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 Guardian)
- Tesla has reported a record quarterly profit, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles. (Source: CNBC)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the COVID-19 pandemic a "pandemic of the unvaccinated", citing concerns over low vaccination rates in some countries. (Source: WHO)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a surge in cases of monkeypox, a rare viral disease. (Source: CDC)
- A new study has found that a common antibiotic can be used to treat COVID-19, offering a potential new treatment option for the disease. (Source: Science Magazine)
Technology
- NASA has launched a new spacecraft, the Perseverance rover, which will search for signs of life on Mars. (Source: NASA)
- The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced plans to launch a new satellite, the Copernicus, which will monitor the Earth's climate and environment. (Source: ESA)
- A new study has found that a popular social media app, TikTok, is collecting and storing user data without their consent. (Source: The Verge)
Sports
- The US Open tennis tournament has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ESPN)
- The NFL has announced plans to expand its regular season schedule from 16 to 17 games. (Source: NFL.com)
- The NBA has suspended its season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ESPN)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced a new category, Best Popular Film, which will recognize films that have been widely popular and successful. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
- The Grammy Awards have announced a new category, Best Global Music Performance, which will recognize music from around the world. (Source: The Recording Academy)
- A new study has found that watching TV can be good for your mental health, as it can provide a sense of relaxation and escapism. (Source: The Guardian)
These are just a few of the recent news updates from around the world. I hope you find them interesting and informative!