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Here are the latest news updates from around the world:

Top Stories

  1. COVID-19: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The pandemic has also infected over 300 million people worldwide.
  2. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have escalated, with reports of Russian troops massing near the Ukrainian border. The US and EU have condemned Russia's actions, while Ukraine has called for international support.
  3. US Politics: The US Senate has voted to advance a bill aimed at protecting same-sex marriage, following a Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. The bill still needs to pass the House of Representatives and be signed into law by President Joe Biden.
  4. Climate Change: The European Union has agreed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, as part of efforts to combat climate change. The move is seen as a major step forward in the global fight against climate change.
  5. Economy: The global economy is facing a slowdown, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warning of a potential recession. The IMF has cut its growth forecast for 2023, citing rising inflation and interest rates.

Regional News

  1. Middle East: The Israeli military has launched airstrikes against Palestinian militant targets in the Gaza Strip, following a series of rocket attacks from Gaza.
  2. Asia: North Korea has launched a ballistic missile into the sea, in a move that has been condemned by the US and South Korea.
  3. Africa: The African Union has launched a new initiative to combat the spread of COVID-19 on the continent, with a focus on vaccination and public health measures.
  4. Latin America: The Mexican government has announced plans to deploy troops to the US-Mexico border, in response to a surge in migrant crossings.
  5. Europe: The UK has announced plans to introduce new laws to tackle online hate speech, following a series of high-profile incidents of racism and anti-Semitism.

Sports

  1. Soccer: The English Premier League has been suspended indefinitely due to a dispute between the league and the players' union over pay and working conditions.
  2. Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.
  3. NBA: The Los Angeles Lakers have signed a new contract with LeBron James, keeping him with the team until 2025.

Entertainment

  1. Music: The Grammy Awards have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a new date to be announced.
  2. Film: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been released in theaters worldwide.
  3. TV: The popular TV show "The Office" has been renewed for a new season, with a premiere date set for later this year.

These are just some of the latest news updates from around the world. Stay tuned for more news and updates throughout the day!