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Top Stories

  1. US, China Hold High-Level Talks Amid Tensions: The United States and China have held high-level talks in Washington, amid ongoing tensions over trade, security, and human rights. The talks were led by US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Xie Feng.
  2. Russia-Ukraine Conflict Escalates: The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has escalated, with reports of heavy shelling and fighting in the eastern region of Donbas. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire and a return to negotiations.
  3. COVID-19 Cases Surge in Europe: COVID-19 cases are surging in Europe, with many countries reporting record numbers of new infections. The World Health Organization has warned that the situation is "alarming" and has urged governments to take immediate action to slow the spread of the virus.

Regional News

  1. India's COVID-19 Crisis Deepens: India's COVID-19 crisis has deepened, with the country reporting over 400,000 new cases in the past 24 hours. The government has imposed new restrictions to try to slow the spread of the virus.
  2. Sudan's Military Rulers Suspend Talks with Protesters: Sudan's military rulers have suspended talks with protesters, who are demanding a civilian government. The move has been widely criticized by human rights groups and the international community.
  3. Brazil's President Tests Positive for COVID-19: Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has tested positive for COVID-19, just days after meeting with US President Joe Biden. The president is said to be experiencing mild symptoms and is isolating at home.

Business News

  1. Global Economy Faces Uncertainty: The global economy is facing uncertainty, with many countries struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The International Monetary Fund has warned that the situation is "highly uncertain" and has urged governments to take action to support their economies.
  2. US Jobless Claims Rise: The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits has risen, despite the ongoing economic recovery. The Labor Department reported that 744,000 people filed for benefits last week, up from 658,000 the previous week.
  3. Oil Prices Fall: Oil prices have fallen, amid concerns about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global demand. Brent crude oil fell to around $65 per barrel, down from over $70 per barrel earlier in the week.

Sports News

  1. Tennis Star Novak Djokovic Wins 18th Grand Slam Title: Tennis star Novak Djokovic has won his 18th Grand Slam title, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the French Open final. Djokovic is now just one title behind Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, who have won 19 Grand Slam titles each.
  2. NFL Players' Union Approves New Collective Bargaining Agreement: The National Football League Players Association has approved a new collective bargaining agreement, which will run for 10 years. The agreement includes changes to the league's concussion protocol and increased revenue sharing for players.
  3. UEFA Champions League Final to be Played in Istanbul: The UEFA Champions League final will be played in Istanbul, Turkey, after the city was chosen as the host city for the 2021 final. The match will be played at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium on May 29.

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