Sky world news today

Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:

International

  1. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The situation in eastern Ukraine remains tense as fighting continues between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists. The conflict has resulted in thousands of deaths and widespread displacement.
  2. North Korea-US Tensions: The United States and North Korea are engaged in a war of words, with the US imposing new sanctions on North Korea in response to its nuclear and ballistic missile tests.
  3. Brexit: The UK and EU have reached a tentative agreement on the terms of the UK's withdrawal from the EU, but the deal still needs to be ratified by the UK Parliament.

US

  1. Impeachment Inquiry: The House of Representatives has launched an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, following a whistleblower complaint about his dealings with Ukraine.
  2. Hurricane Dorian: The storm has made landfall in the Bahamas, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
  3. Election 2020: The Democratic primary race is heating up, with several candidates vying for the nomination to take on President Trump in the November election.

Business

  1. Stock Market: Global stock markets are experiencing a correction, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling over 1,000 points in recent days.
  2. Trade War: The US and China are engaged in a trade war, with tariffs imposed on billions of dollars' worth of goods.
  3. Economy: The US economy is showing signs of slowing down, with GDP growth falling to 2% in the second quarter.

Sports

  1. NFL: The NFL season is underway, with several high-profile games taking place over the weekend.
  2. Tennis: The US Open is underway, with top players including Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic competing for the championship.
  3. Soccer: The Premier League is in full swing, with Manchester City and Liverpool battling for the top spot.

Entertainment

  1. Music: The music industry is mourning the loss of legendary musician and songwriter, Eddie Money.
  2. Film: The new Bond film, "No Time to Die," has been released to critical acclaim.
  3. TV: The new season of "The Walking Dead" has premiered, with fans eagerly anticipating the latest developments in the show's storyline.

These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments!