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  1. Ukraine says Russia launches new wave of attacks: Ukraine's military said on Wednesday that Russia had launched a new wave of attacks on Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, as the conflict between the two countries entered its 10th day.
  2. Biden to meet with Saudi crown prince over oil prices: US President Joe Biden is set to meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday to discuss oil prices and the global energy market, amid concerns over rising prices and supply chain disruptions.
  3. UK's Johnson to meet with EU leaders over Northern Ireland: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to meet with European Union leaders on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing crisis over Northern Ireland, which has seen tensions rise over trade and border issues.
  4. China's Xi Jinping to visit Hong Kong for handover anniversary: Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Hong Kong on Wednesday to mark the 25th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule, amid concerns over Beijing's increasing influence over the territory.
  5. US jobless claims fall to 18-month low: The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell to an 18-month low last week, the Labor Department said on Wednesday, as the US labor market continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Business

  1. Tesla shares surge on strong quarterly earnings: Tesla's shares surged on Wednesday after the electric vehicle maker reported strong quarterly earnings, with revenue and profit beating analyst expectations.
  2. Amazon to acquire MGM Studios for $8.45 billion: Amazon has agreed to acquire MGM Studios, the owner of the James Bond film franchise and other popular movie and TV shows, for $8.45 billion, the companies said on Wednesday.
  3. Gold prices rise on safe-haven demand: Gold prices rose on Wednesday on safe-haven demand, as investors sought refuge from global market volatility and concerns over the conflict in Ukraine.
  4. US oil prices rise on supply concerns: US oil prices rose on Wednesday on concerns over supply disruptions, as the conflict in Ukraine and a pipeline outage in the US Gulf Coast weighed on global oil markets.
  5. Apple to invest $1 billion in India's manufacturing sector: Apple has agreed to invest $1 billion in India's manufacturing sector, the Indian government said on Wednesday, as the company looks to expand its presence in the country.

Sports

  1. Manchester City wins Premier League title: Manchester City has won the Premier League title for the fourth time in five years, after a 3-2 win over Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.
  2. Real Madrid wins Champions League title: Real Madrid has won the Champions League title for the 14th time, after a 1-0 win over Liverpool in the final on Wednesday.
  3. Tiger Woods to return to golf at the Masters: Tiger Woods is set to return to golf at the Masters tournament in April, after a 14-month absence from the sport due to a series of injuries and surgeries.

Entertainment

  1. Oscars 2022: 'CODA' wins Best Picture: The film "CODA" has won the Best Picture award at the 94th Academy Awards, held on Sunday night in Los Angeles.
  2. Beyoncé to headline Coachella music festival: Beyoncé is set to headline the Coachella music festival in April, after a four-year absence from the stage.
  3. Netflix to launch new gaming service: Netflix is set to launch a new gaming service, which will offer a range of games to subscribers, the company announced on Wednesday.

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