Www today news
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. (BBC News)
- 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. (The Guardian)
- The European Union has launched a new plan to reduce carbon emissions by 55% by 2030, as part of its efforts to combat climate change. (The New York Times)
Business
- The US stock market has seen a significant rebound today, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising over 400 points. (CNBC)
- Tesla has announced plans to build a new electric vehicle factory in Berlin, Germany, which will create thousands of jobs. (The Verge)
- The UK's economy has grown by 0.4% in the fourth quarter of 2020, according to official figures. (The Financial Times)
Health
- The World Health Organization has announced that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused over 2.5 million deaths worldwide. (Al Jazeera)
- A new study has found that the COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective in preventing hospitalization and death from the virus. (The Lancet)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced that it will begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines to pharmacies and community health centers. (The Washington Post)
Sports
- The Super Bowl is just around the corner, and the Kansas City Chiefs are looking to repeat as champions. (ESPN)
- The NBA has announced that it will resume its season on March 1st, with a 72-game schedule. (The Athletic)
- The Australian Open has been postponed due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in Melbourne. (The Sydney Morning Herald)
Entertainment
- The Oscars have announced their nominees for the 93rd Academy Awards, with "The Father" and "Mank" leading the pack. (The Hollywood Reporter)
- The new season of "The Crown" has premiered on Netflix, with Olivia Colman returning as Queen Elizabeth II. (Variety)
- The music world is mourning the loss of legendary musician and songwriter, Little Richard. (Rolling Stone)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. I hope you find them interesting and informative!