May 19th Midday News Update (English)
Breaking News
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake shook the island of Crete, Greece, on Thursday morning, causing damage to buildings and infrastructure. There are no immediate reports of injuries or fatalities.
In other news, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency. The virus has now been detected in over 70 countries, and the number of cases continues to rise.
Top Stories
Finland and Sweden apply for NATO membership
Finland and Sweden have formally applied to join NATO, a major step in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The move has been welcomed by Western leaders but has drawn a stern warning from Russia.
Mass shooting in Texas leaves 19 children dead
A gunman opened fire at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, on Tuesday, killing 19 children and two teachers. The suspect, an 18-year-old male, was killed by police.
Cryptocurrency market crashes as Bitcoin falls below $30,000
The cryptocurrency market has plunged in recent days, with Bitcoin falling to its lowest level since December 2020. Experts say the crash is due to a combination of factors, including rising inflation and uncertainty in the global economy.
Business News
- Tesla reports record-breaking profits in the first quarter of 2022.
- Amazon to close all its physical bookstores in the United States.
- Apple unveils new MacBook Air and Mac Studio at WWDC 2022.
Sports News
- Real Madrid win the UEFA Champions League after beating Liverpool in the final.
- Golden State Warriors clinch the NBA Western Conference title.
- Novak Djokovic wins the Italian Open for the sixth time.
That’s all for the midday news update on May 19th. For more information, please visit our website or follow us on social media.
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