Wike news today
Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:
Politics
- The United States and China have reached a trade deal, with the US agreeing to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods and China agreeing to increase its purchases of US agricultural products. (BBC News)
- The UK's Supreme Court has ruled that Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament was unlawful. (The Guardian)
- The Democratic National Committee has announced the schedule for the 2020 presidential debates, with the first debate set to take place on June 26. (CNN)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 29,000 for the first time, driven by optimism over the US-China trade deal. (CNBC)
- Boeing has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a lawsuit over the 737 Max jet's design and certification. (The New York Times)
- Amazon has announced plans to launch a new delivery service in the UK, which will allow customers to receive packages in as little as 30 minutes. (The Telegraph)
Health
- The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China a global health emergency. (Al Jazeera)
- A study published in the journal The Lancet has found that the use of e-cigarettes is linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. (The Guardian)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a record number of cases of measles in the country, with 1,249 cases reported so far this year. (NBC News)
Sports
- The New England Patriots have won Super Bowl LIII, defeating the Los Angeles Rams 13-3. (ESPN)
- The Toronto Raptors have won their first NBA championship, defeating the Golden State Warriors in six games. (The Toronto Star)
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has won the Women's World Cup, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final. (The New York Times)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced the nominees for the 92nd Oscars, with "The Irishman," "Joker," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" leading the pack. (The Hollywood Reporter)
- The Grammy Awards have announced the nominees for the 62nd Grammys, with Billie Eilish, Lizzo, and Lil Nas X leading the pack. (Rolling Stone)
- The TV show "Game of Thrones" has won a record-breaking 32 Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. (Variety)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today.