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Here are some of the top news stories from around the world:
Breaking News
- COVID-19 Update: The global death toll from COVID-19 has surpassed 6.5 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The number of cases has also reached over 300 million.
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The situation in Ukraine remains tense as Russia continues to build up its military presence along the border. The US and EU have imposed new sanctions on Russia in response to its actions.
- US Politics: The US Senate has voted to advance a bill to reform the Electoral Count Act, which would make it harder for a president to overturn the results of a presidential election.
International News
- China-Taiwan Tensions: China has conducted military drills near Taiwan, which has raised concerns about the potential for conflict between the two sides.
- India-Pakistan Tensions: Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated over the past week, with both countries exchanging fire across the border.
- Middle East Peace Process: The US has announced a new initiative to revive the Middle East peace process, which aims to bring Israel and the Palestinians back to the negotiating table.
Business News
- Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen over 1,000 points in the past week, amid concerns about inflation and the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy.
- Economy: The US economy has added 379,000 jobs in February, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The unemployment rate has fallen to 6.2%.
- Tech News: Facebook has announced a new feature that allows users to share their COVID-19 vaccination status.
Sports News
- NBA: The Los Angeles Lakers have signed LeBron James to a two-year contract extension, worth over $100 million.
- NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs have signed quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a 10-year contract extension, worth over $400 million.
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final.
Entertainment News
- Music: The Grammy Awards have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Movies: The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been delayed until October due to the pandemic.
- TV: The final season of the popular TV show "Game of Thrones" has premiered on HBO.
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!