Sky news live updates
Here are the latest live updates from Sky News:
Breaking News
- 10:45 AM: A massive fire has broken out at a chemical plant in the Netherlands, with reports of multiple explosions and a large plume of smoke visible from miles away. Emergency services are on the scene, and nearby residents have been evacuated as a precaution. [Source: Sky News]
UK News
- 9:30 AM: The UK's COVID-19 vaccination programme has been hailed as a "game-changer" by the government, with over 30 million people now having received their first dose. The milestone comes as the country continues to battle the pandemic. [Source: Sky News]
World News
- 8:15 AM: The US has imposed sanctions on several senior officials in Myanmar's military government, in response to the coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi. The sanctions target individuals responsible for human rights abuses and the suppression of democracy. [Source: Sky News]
Business News
- 7:45 AM: The FTSE 100 has opened higher, driven by a surge in oil prices and optimism over the global economic recovery. The index is up 0.5% in early trading, with BP and Royal Dutch Shell among the biggest gainers. [Source: Sky News]
Weather
- 6:30 AM: A severe weather warning has been issued for parts of the UK, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to hit the country today. The Met Office has warned of potential flooding and disruption to travel. [Source: Sky News]
Sports News
- 5:15 AM: Manchester City have won the Premier League title, after Manchester United's defeat to Leicester City last night. Pep Guardiola's side have won the league for the third time in four years. [Source: Sky News]
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