Top news stories of the day
Here are the top news stories of the day:
Breaking News
- COVID-19: Global Cases Surpass 200 Million: The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide has surpassed 200 million, with over 4.3 million deaths.
- US-Iran Tensions Escalate: The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran, accusing it of supporting terrorism, while Iran has threatened to take "punitive" action against the US.
- UK-EU Trade Talks Collapse: The UK and EU have failed to reach a trade agreement, with the UK set to leave the EU's single market and customs union at the end of the year.
International News
- China's Xi Jinping Re-Elected as President: Xi Jinping has been re-elected as President of China, with no opposition candidate running against him.
- India's COVID-19 Crisis Worsens: India has reported a record number of COVID-19 cases and deaths, with hospitals struggling to cope with the surge in infections.
- Russia's Navalny Poisoning Investigation: Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been transferred to a prison hospital after falling ill on a flight, sparking concerns over his health and the investigation into his alleged poisoning.
US News
- Biden's Infrastructure Plan Unveiled: US President Joe Biden has unveiled a $2 trillion infrastructure plan, aimed at creating jobs and modernizing the country's transportation and energy systems.
- US-China Trade Tensions Escalate: The US has imposed new tariffs on Chinese goods, while China has retaliated with its own tariffs on US products.
- US Capitol Riot Investigation: The FBI has arrested several individuals in connection with the January 6th riot at the US Capitol, as the investigation continues.
Business News
- Stock Market Rally Continues: Global stock markets have continued their rally, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching a new high.
- Tesla's Stock Price Soars: Tesla's stock price has surged after the company reported a record profit and announced plans to expand its electric vehicle production.
- Amazon's Antitrust Probe: The US Department of Justice has launched an antitrust probe into Amazon's business practices, amid concerns over its dominance in the e-commerce market.
Sports News
- Tiger Woods Injured in Car Accident: Golf legend Tiger Woods has been injured in a car accident in California, with reports suggesting he may have suffered serious injuries.
- NFL Playoffs: The NFL playoffs have begun, with several high-profile matchups taking place over the weekend.
- Australian Open: The Australian Open tennis tournament has begun, with several top players competing for the title.
These are just some of the top news stories of the day. Stay informed and stay safe!