Ten news

Here are ten news articles from various sources:

  1. NASA's Perseverance Rover Discovers Evidence of Ancient Lake on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has found evidence of an ancient lake on Mars, which could have supported life billions of years ago. The rover discovered sedimentary rocks and minerals that are similar to those found on Earth, suggesting that the lake may have been habitable. (Source: NASA)

  1. UK and EU Reach Post-Brexit Trade Deal

The UK and EU have reached a post-Brexit trade deal, which will allow for tariff-free trade between the two sides. The deal was agreed upon after months of negotiations and will come into effect on January 1, 2021. (Source: BBC)

  1. US Reports Record Number of COVID-19 Cases

The United States has reported a record number of COVID-19 cases, with over 250,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. The surge in cases has put a strain on hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. (Source: CNN)

  1. China Lands Rover on Mars

China has successfully landed a rover on Mars, making it the second country to do so after the United States. The rover, called Zhurong, will explore the Martian surface and search for signs of life. (Source: Al Jazeera)

  1. Australia Fires Continue to Rage

Wildfires continue to rage across Australia, with thousands of firefighters battling to contain the blazes. The fires have already destroyed hundreds of homes and killed several people. (Source: ABC News)

  1. Iran Seizes British Oil Tanker

Iran has seized a British oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions between the two countries. The UK has condemned the move and is working to secure the release of the tanker and its crew. (Source: The Guardian)

  1. NASA's Artemis Program Aims to Return Humans to Moon by 2024

NASA's Artemis program aims to return humans to the moon by 2024, with the goal of establishing a sustainable presence on the lunar surface. The program will also include the development of a new lunar lander and a lunar Gateway, a space station in orbit around the moon. (Source: Space.com)

  1. India's Economy Contracts for First Time in Decades

India's economy has contracted for the first time in decades, with GDP growth falling to 4.5% in the second quarter of 2020. The contraction is attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic and a decline in consumer spending. (Source: The Hindu)

  1. Russia and Turkey Reach Ceasefire Agreement in Syria

Russia and Turkey have reached a ceasefire agreement in Syria, which will bring an end to the conflict in the country's northwestern region. The agreement was brokered by Russia and will see the withdrawal of Turkish troops from the region. (Source: Reuters)

  1. New Zealand Volcano Erupts, Killing at Least 5 People

A volcano in New Zealand has erupted, killing at least 5 people and injuring many more. The eruption occurred on White Island, which is a popular tourist destination. (Source: The New York Times)