Short news for today
Here are some short news updates for today:
Top Stories
- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
- US-China Tensions: The US has imposed sanctions on China's top chipmaker, SMIC, over national security concerns.
- UK-EU Trade Talks: The UK and EU have agreed to extend their Brexit trade talks deadline to October 15.
Business
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5% to a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from tech giants.
- Tesla: Tesla's stock price surged 10% after the company reported a surprise profit in the third quarter.
Sports
- NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs have signed quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a 10-year contract extension worth up to $503 million.
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the French Open, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.
Entertainment
- Music: Taylor Swift has announced a new album, "Folklore", which will be released on July 23.
- Film: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been delayed until April 2021 due to the pandemic.
These are just a few of the top news stories for today. Stay informed and stay safe!