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On March 10th, Congress is set to approve a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package, known as the American Rescue Plan, aimed at combating the pandemic and boosting the economy. Democrats support the bill, while Republicans criticize it as partisan and costly. Meanwhile, China and Russia plan to build a lunar research station, open to other countries, but with no set timeline. In Myanmar, security forces have violently responded to ongoing protests against the military coup, resulting in over 50 deaths. Stay tuned to News E for more global headlines.

What is the main purpose of the $1.9 trillion relief package discussed in the video?

• To support military operations

• To fund a new space program

• To build infrastructure in rural areas

• To provide economic relief and fight the pandemic

Which political party is united in support of the COVID-19 relief package?

• Republicans

• Independents

• Democrats

• Libertarians

What are China and Russia planning to build together?

• A joint military base

• A global trade center

• A lunar research station

• A new international airport

What is the current status of the lunar research station project by China and Russia?

• No timeline has been provided

• Construction has started

• It is already operational

• It has been canceled

What action did security forces in Myanmar take against railway workers?

• They ignored their protests

• They provided them with food supplies

• They raided their housing

• They offered them new jobs