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Breaking News: DJIA Falls 500 Points Amid Global Market Sell-off

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) plunged by over 500 points on Friday, marking its biggest daily decline since the start of the year. The sell-off extended losses from earlier in the week, as investors expressed concerns over rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The DJIA closed at 33,036.48, a decline of 507.36 points, or 1.5%. All 30 components of the index closed in the red, with the biggest losers including Boeing, Apple, and Microsoft.

The sharp decline in the DJIA reflects growing fears among investors about the potential for a global economic slowdown. The U.S. Federal Reserve's recent decision to raise interest rates in an effort to curb inflation has raised concerns that the moves could reduce consumer spending and slow down business growth.

Political uncertainty surrounding the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Taiwan Strait has also weighed on investor sentiment. Investors are concerned that geopolitical instability could lead to supply chain disruptions and further economic impacts.

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose risks to the global economy. The spread of new variants and the potential for renewed lockdowns could derail economic recovery efforts.