Trf news today
Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:
Politics
- The US Senate has voted to acquit former President Donald Trump on charges of inciting the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol. (Source: CNN)
- The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and end free movement from the EU. (Source: BBC)
- The European Union has agreed to impose sanctions on Belarusian officials over the country's crackdown on protests. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies. (Source: CNBC)
- Tesla has announced plans to build a new factory in Berlin, Germany, which will produce electric cars and batteries. (Source: Reuters)
- The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged, citing low inflation and a strong economy. (Source: Bloomberg)
Health
- The World Health Organization has declared the COVID-19 pandemic a "global health emergency", as cases continue to rise worldwide. (Source: WHO)
- A new study has found that the COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective in preventing hospitalization and death from the virus. (Source: The Lancet)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a surge in cases of the flu, particularly among children. (Source: CDC)
Sports
- The Super Bowl has been won by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9. (Source: ESPN)
- The Australian Open has been won by Novak Djokovic, who defeated Daniil Medvedev in the men's singles final. (Source: BBC)
- The NFL has announced plans to expand its regular season schedule from 16 to 17 games, starting in 2021. (Source: NFL)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced their nominees for the 93rd Oscars, with "The Father" and "Mank" leading the pack. (Source: Variety)
- The Grammy Awards have announced their nominees for the 63rd ceremony, with Taylor Swift and Dua Lipa leading the pack. (Source: Billboard)
- The new James Bond film, "No Time to Die", has been delayed until 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. I hope you find them interesting!