Todays latest news and headlines tuesday 5 july 2022

Here are some of the latest news and headlines from Tuesday, July 5, 2022:

Top Stories

  1. 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)
  2. COVID-19: The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, despite a decline in cases globally. (Al Jazeera)
  3. US Politics: The US Supreme Court has ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, in a major victory for climate activists. (The New York Times)
  4. Economy: The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 0.5% to combat inflation, which has reached a 40-year high. (CNBC)
  5. Technology: Elon Musk's SpaceX has launched a new satellite into orbit, marking a major milestone in the company's efforts to provide global internet connectivity. (Space.com)

International News

  1. India: A massive heatwave has swept across India, with temperatures reaching as high as 48°C (118°F) in some areas. (The Guardian)
  2. China: China has launched a new spacecraft, the Shenzhou 14, which will carry three astronauts to the Tiangong space station. (Xinhua News Agency)
  3. Middle East: The Israeli military has launched airstrikes against Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip, in response to rocket attacks from the territory. (Haaretz)
  4. Europe: The European Union has agreed to impose sanctions on Belarus over its human rights record and its role in the conflict in Ukraine. (Euronews)
  5. Africa: The African Union has launched a new initiative to promote economic integration and development across the continent. (Africanews)

Business and Finance

  1. Stock Market: The Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen by over 1,000 points, as investors react to the Federal Reserve's interest rate hike. (The Wall Street Journal)
  2. Economy: The US economy has grown by 1.6% in the second quarter, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. (Bloomberg)
  3. Technology: Apple has announced a new line of iPhones, including a budget-friendly option and a high-end model with advanced camera features. (The Verge)
  4. Energy: Oil prices have fallen by over 5% as concerns about global demand and supply have eased. (Reuters)
  5. Finance: The US Treasury Department has announced plans to sell $38 billion in 10-year Treasury notes, as part of its efforts to manage the national debt. (The Financial Times)

Sports

  1. Tennis: Novak Djokovic has won the Wimbledon men's singles title, defeating Nick Kyrgios in the final. (BBC Sport)
  2. Football: The English Premier League has announced a new deal with the BBC and Sky Sports to broadcast matches from the 2022-23 season. (The Guardian)
  3. Cricket: India has won the first Test match against England, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. (ESPN Cricinfo)
  4. Golf: The US Open has been won by Matt Fitzpatrick, who has claimed his first major title. (Golf Digest)
  5. Rugby: The British and Irish Lions have won the first Test match against South Africa, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. (BBC Sport)

These are just some of the latest news and headlines from Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Stay informed and stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments from around the world!