Todays latest news and headlines monday 25 july 2022
Here are some of the latest news and headlines from Monday, July 25, 2022:
Global News
- Ukraine-Russia Conflict: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of committing "genocide" in the eastern region of Donbas, as the conflict enters its fifth month. (BBC News)
- COVID-19: The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the global COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, despite a decline in cases in many countries. (Al Jazeera)
- 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 Guardian)
US News
- US Economy: The US economy has grown at an annual rate of 1.6% in the second quarter, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. (CNBC)
- Politics: The US Senate has passed a bill to reform the Electoral Count Act, aimed at preventing future attempts to overturn presidential elections. (The New York Times)
- Crime: A mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, has left at least six people dead and dozens injured. (NBC News)
Business News
- Tech: Elon Musk has announced that Twitter will begin charging users $8 per month for its new "Twitter Blue" subscription service, which will offer additional features such as a blue checkmark. (The Verge)
- Finance: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen by over 1,000 points, or 3.1%, amid concerns about inflation and interest rates. (Bloomberg)
- Energy: Oil prices have surged to their highest level in three years, driven by concerns about global supply and demand. (Reuters)
Sports News
- MLB: The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed star pitcher Max Scherzer to a three-year contract extension, worth $130 million. (ESPN)
- NBA: The Golden State Warriors have signed forward Andrew Wiggins to a five-year contract extension, worth $215 million. (The Athletic)
- Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the men's singles title at Wimbledon, defeating Nick Kyrgios in the final. (BBC Sport)
These are just a few of the latest news and headlines from Monday, July 25, 2022. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments from around the world!