Yahoo news digest
Here's a summary of the top news stories from Yahoo News:
Top Stories
- Biden Administration to Send 31 Million COVID-19 Vaccine Doses to Other Countries: The US will donate 31 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to other countries, with 17 million going to Latin America and the Caribbean, 6 million to Asia, and 8 million to Africa.
- US and China Reach Trade Deal, Ending Tariffs on $120 Billion in Goods: The US and China have reached a trade deal, ending tariffs on $120 billion in goods and paving the way for a significant increase in US exports to China.
- NASA's Perseverance Rover Discovers Evidence of Ancient Lake on Mars: NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of an ancient lake on Mars, which could have supported life billions of years ago.
- US Economy Adds 379,000 Jobs in February, Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.2%: The US economy added 379,000 jobs in February, beating expectations and pushing the unemployment rate down to 6.2%.
- Facebook to Pay $650 Million to Settle Lawsuit Over Facial Recognition Technology: Facebook has agreed to pay $650 million to settle a lawsuit over its facial recognition technology, which was accused of violating users' privacy.
Politics
- Biden to Propose $2.3 Trillion Infrastructure Plan: President Biden is set to propose a $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan, which would invest in roads, bridges, and public transportation, as well as clean energy and water systems.
- House Democrats Introduce Bill to Expand Voting Rights: House Democrats have introduced a bill to expand voting rights, including automatic voter registration, same-day registration, and voting by mail.
- Trump's Impeachment Trial to Begin in Senate: The impeachment trial of former President Trump is set to begin in the Senate, with Democrats accusing him of inciting the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol.
Business
- Amazon to Acquire MGM Studios for $8.45 Billion: Amazon has agreed to acquire MGM Studios for $8.45 billion, expanding its presence in the entertainment industry.
- Tesla's Stock Price Surges After Earnings Report: Tesla's stock price surged after the company reported a surprise profit in its latest earnings report, driven by strong demand for its electric vehicles.
- Walmart to Acquire Cornershop, a Chilean Grocery Delivery Service: Walmart has agreed to acquire Cornershop, a Chilean grocery delivery service, for $225 million, expanding its presence in the e-commerce market.
Sports
- Tom Brady Announces Retirement from NFL: Tom Brady, the legendary quarterback, has announced his retirement from the NFL, ending a 22-year career that included seven Super Bowl wins.
- LeBron James to Miss Rest of NBA Season with Injury: LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers star, will miss the rest of the NBA season with a groin injury.
- Tiger Woods to Return to Golf at Masters Tournament: Tiger Woods, the 15-time major champion, will return to golf at the Masters Tournament, his first major appearance since his car accident in February.
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