The nation news now

Here are the top national news stories from around the world:

Breaking News

• The US and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (Source: CNN)
• The FBI has launched an investigation into the death of a US citizen who was killed in a drone strike in Yemen, which was carried out by the US military. (Source: The New York Times)
• The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants. (Source: BBC News)

Politics

• The US House of Representatives has passed a bill to impeach President Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. (Source: The Washington Post)
• The UK's Conservative Party has won a majority in the general election, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson set to remain in power. (Source: The Guardian)
• The European Union has agreed to extend the Brexit deadline to January 31, 2020, giving the UK more time to negotiate a withdrawal agreement. (Source: The Financial Times)

Business

• The US stock market has hit a record high, with the S&P 500 index reaching an all-time high of 3,386.15. (Source: CNBC)
• The world's largest oil company, Saudi Aramco, has gone public with an initial public offering (IPO) that raised $29.4 billion. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, citing concerns about the global economy. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)

World News

• A powerful earthquake has struck the Philippines, killing at least 10 people and injuring hundreds. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The United Nations has warned that the world is facing a "climate emergency," with rising temperatures and extreme weather events posing a major threat to global security. (Source: The Guardian)
• The US has launched a military operation in Syria, targeting a group of Iranian-backed fighters who were attacking US-backed forces. (Source: The New York Times)

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