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War in Ukraine
- Russian forces continue to make slow progress in eastern Ukraine, but face strong resistance from Ukrainian defenders.
- The United States and its allies have announced a new $40 billion aid package for Ukraine, including heavy weapons and financial assistance.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for more international support, including a no-fly zone and additional sanctions on Russia.
Mass Shooting in Texas
- A gunman opened fire at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killing at least 19 children and two adults.
- The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Salvador Ramos, was shot and killed by police.
- The motive for the shooting is still under investigation, but police say Ramos had a history of mental health issues.
Other News
US Economy
- The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 0.5%, the largest increase in two decades.
- The move is aimed at combating rising inflation, which has reached a 40-year high.
- Economists are concerned that the rate hike could slow economic growth.
Climate Change
- A new report from the United Nations warns that global warming is accelerating and could have catastrophic consequences.
- The report calls for urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the effects of climate change.
- World leaders are meeting in Bonn, Germany, to discuss climate change and negotiate a new international agreement.
Space Exploration
- NASA has announced plans to send a new rover to Mars in 2022.
- The rover, called Perseverance, will search for signs of life and collect samples of Martian rock and soil.
- The mission is expected to last for two years and will provide scientists with valuable information about Mars’ past and present.
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