Today goal news
Here are some top news stories from around the world for today:
Politics
- The US Senate has passed a bill to provide $1.9 trillion in economic relief to Americans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives for a vote. (Source: CNN)
- 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)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above 30,000 for the first time, driven by optimism over the economic recovery and the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines. (Source: CNBC)
- Tesla has announced plans to expand its electric vehicle production capacity in China, as the company looks to capitalize on growing demand for EVs in the country. (Source: Reuters)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused over 2.5 million deaths worldwide, with the number of cases continuing to rise. (Source: WHO)
- Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of a COVID-19 vaccine, with a new study showing that the vaccine is effective in preventing severe illness and hospitalization. (Source: The Lancet)
Sports
- The NFL has announced that it will play its 2021 season with a reduced schedule, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ESPN)
- The US Open tennis tournament has been postponed until 2021, due to the pandemic. (Source: The New York Times)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced the nominees for the 93rd Oscars, with "The Father" and "Mank" leading the pack with 10 nominations each. (Source: Variety)
- The popular TV show "The Office" is set to return to Netflix in 2021, with a new season featuring original cast members. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world for today. I hope you find them interesting and informative!