Summer news
Summer is here! Here are some of the latest news stories from around the world:
Weather
- A heatwave is sweeping across Europe, with temperatures reaching record highs in several countries. (Source: BBC)
- The US is experiencing a severe drought, with over 60% of the country affected. (Source: CNN)
- A powerful storm system is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the southeastern United States. (Source: AccuWeather)
Politics
- The US Supreme Court has ruled that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is constitutional, dealing a blow to Republican efforts to repeal the law. (Source: The New York Times)
- The UK has announced plans to hold a snap election in October, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson calling for a "new mandate" to push through his Brexit plans. (Source: The Guardian)
- Protests have erupted in Hong Kong over a proposed extradition bill, with thousands taking to the streets to demand the bill be withdrawn. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Business
- Amazon has announced plans to launch a new delivery service in the US, which will allow customers to receive packages in as little as one hour. (Source: CNBC)
- The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in over a decade, in an effort to boost the economy. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
- Tesla has announced plans to launch a new electric pickup truck, which will compete with other popular models on the market. (Source: Forbes)
Entertainment
- The final season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has premiered, with fans eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the series. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
- The new Spider-Man movie, "Spider-Man: Far From Home," has become the highest-grossing film of the year, with over $1 billion in box office sales. (Source: Variety)
- The music festival Coachella has announced its lineup for 2020, with headliners including Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott, and Frank Ocean. (Source: Rolling Stone)
Sports
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won the World Cup for the fourth time, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final. (Source: ESPN)
- The NBA has announced plans to hold its 2020 All-Star Game in Chicago, with the city hosting the event for the first time since 1980. (Source: ESPN)
- The Tour de France has begun, with cyclists competing in the 21-stage race across France. (Source: Cycling News)
These are just a few of the latest news stories from around the world. Stay cool and stay informed!