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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)
- The UK's Supreme Court has ruled that Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament was unlawful. (The Guardian)
- The European Union has agreed to extend the Brexit deadline to January 31, 2020, after the UK and EU reached a new deal. (The New York Times)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell over 300 points on Monday, amid concerns over the global economy and trade tensions. (CNBC)
- Apple has announced a new iPhone 12 Pro model with a higher price tag, starting at $999. (The Verge)
- Amazon has launched a new grocery store in the US, with no checkout lines or cash registers. (Bloomberg)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health emergency over the outbreak of a new coronavirus in China. (Al Jazeera)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a case of the new coronavirus in the US, in a person who recently traveled to China. (CNN)
- Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of a vaccine against the Ebola virus. (The Lancet)
Sports
- The NFL has announced that the Kansas City Chiefs will play the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV on February 2. (ESPN)
- The Australian Open has been delayed due to poor air quality caused by bushfires in the country. (The Guardian)
- The US Women's National Soccer Team has filed a lawsuit against the US Soccer Federation, alleging gender discrimination and seeking equal pay. (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 music streaming service Spotify has launched a new feature allowing users to create and share playlists with friends. (The Verge)
- The popular video game "Fortnite" has been banned in China, due to concerns over its impact on children. (The Guardian)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today.