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Here's a scan of the news from around the world today:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The pandemic has also infected over 300 million people worldwide.
  2. Ukraine-Russia Crisis: Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have escalated, with Ukraine accusing Russia of deploying troops to the border. The US and EU have condemned the move, while Russia has denied any plans to invade.
  3. US Politics: The US House of Representatives has passed a bill to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour, a move that could benefit millions of low-wage workers. The bill still needs to pass the Senate and be signed into law by President Joe Biden.
  4. Climate Change: The European Union has agreed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, as part of efforts to combat climate change. The move is seen as a major step forward in the global fight against climate change.
  5. China-Taiwan Tensions: China has conducted military drills near Taiwan, sparking concerns about a potential invasion. The US has condemned the move, while Taiwan has vowed to defend itself.

Business and Economy

  1. Stock Market: Global stock markets have fallen sharply today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping over 1,000 points. The move is seen as a reaction to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and the global economy.
  2. Economic Growth: The US economy grew at an annual rate of 4.1% in the fourth quarter of 2020, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The growth rate is seen as a sign of a strong recovery from the pandemic.
  3. Inflation: Inflation in the US has risen to its highest level in over a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The move is seen as a sign of a strong economy, but could also lead to higher interest rates.

Sports

  1. Super Bowl: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have won Super Bowl LV, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9. The win marks the Buccaneers' second Super Bowl title in franchise history.
  2. NBA: The Los Angeles Lakers have signed LeBron James to a two-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through the 2023-2024 season.

Entertainment

  1. Oscars: The nominees for the 93rd Academy Awards have been announced, with films like "The Trial of the Chicago 7" and "Mank" receiving multiple nominations.
  2. Music: The Grammy Awards have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a new date to be announced in the coming weeks.

These are just a few of the top stories from around the world today. Let me know if you'd like me to scan more news or provide more information on any of these topics!