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Here are some of the top news updates from around the world today:

Politics

• The US Senate has passed a bill to increase funding for the government, averting a shutdown and providing relief to millions of Americans affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: CNN)
• The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants. (Source: BBC)
• The European Union has agreed to extend its economic sanctions against Russia for another six months, citing Moscow's failure to implement the Minsk peace agreement in Ukraine. (Source: Reuters)

Business

• The Dow Jones Industrial Average has surged to a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies such as Apple and Microsoft. (Source: CNBC)
• The US Federal Reserve has announced that it will keep interest rates unchanged, citing a strong economy and low inflation. (Source: Bloomberg)
• The world's largest oil company, Saudi Aramco, has reported a 44% drop in profits due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lower oil prices. (Source: The Guardian)

Health

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases globally, with over 100,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. (Source: WHO)
• The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that it will begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines to pharmacies and community health centers. (Source: CDC)
• Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of a COVID-19 vaccine, with a new study showing that it is 90% effective in preventing severe illness. (Source: The New York Times)

Sports

• The NFL has announced that it will play its entire 2020-2021 season without fans in attendance, citing concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: ESPN)
• The NBA has suspended its season indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with several teams reporting positive cases among their players and staff. (Source: NBA)
• The Australian Open has been postponed until 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the tournament scheduled to take place in February. (Source: The Guardian)

Entertainment

• The Academy Awards have announced its nominees for the 93rd annual ceremony, with films such as "The Trial of the Chicago 7" and "Mank" receiving multiple nominations. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
• The Grammy Awards have announced its nominees for the 63rd annual ceremony, with artists such as Taylor Swift and The Weeknd receiving multiple nominations. (Source: Billboard)
• The world's largest film festival, the Cannes Film Festival, has been postponed until 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Variety)

These are just a few of the top news updates from around the world today. Stay safe and stay informed!