Sunday news today
Here are some of the top news stories from Sunday:
Politics
- The US Senate has passed a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the country's infrastructure needs, with a vote of 69-30. The bill, which was negotiated by a group of senators from both parties, would provide $2.7 trillion in funding for infrastructure projects over the next five years. (Source: CNN)
- The White House has announced that it will be hosting a summit on climate change next month, with world leaders from over 30 countries expected to attend. The summit is seen as a key opportunity for the US to re-engage with international efforts to address climate change. (Source: The New York Times)
Business
- The US stock market has seen a significant rebound in recent days, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising over 1,000 points in the past week. The gains are seen as a sign of optimism about the economy and the potential for a trade deal between the US and China. (Source: CNBC)
- Boeing has announced that it will be cutting production of its 737 MAX aircraft by 40% due to ongoing delays in the plane's certification process. The move is seen as a sign of the company's efforts to reduce costs and improve its financial performance. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
World News
- The death toll from a devastating earthquake in Turkey has risen to over 30,000, with thousands more injured. The earthquake, which struck on Friday, was one of the deadliest in Turkish history. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The United Nations has announced that it will be launching a new humanitarian appeal to support refugees and displaced people in the Middle East. The appeal is seen as a response to the growing humanitarian crisis in the region. (Source: Reuters)
Sports
- The New England Patriots have won Super Bowl LIII, defeating the Los Angeles Rams 13-3 in a low-scoring game. The win marks the Patriots' sixth Super Bowl title under the leadership of head coach Bill Belichick. (Source: ESPN)
- The Toronto Raptors have won their first NBA championship, defeating the Golden State Warriors in six games. The win marks the first NBA title in franchise history for the Raptors. (Source: The Athletic)