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The video discusses Twitter's reintroduction of election badges for verified US political candidates running for Congress or governor in the 2020 election. It also covers Facebook's temporary ban on medical mask listings on its marketplace to curb COVID-19 panic, despite some listings still being available. The video concludes with a mention of news headlines being accessible.

What criteria must a candidate meet to receive an election badge on Twitter?

• Be a verified user and have over 10,000 followers

• Have a campaign account and be endorsed by a political party

• Run for U.S. Congress or a governor's race and be on the ballot

• Participate in any local election

When were Twitter's election badges last available before 2020?

• During the 2017 special elections

• During the 2019 state elections

• During the 2018 US congressional midterm election

• During the 2016 presidential election

What action has Facebook taken regarding medical mask listings?

• Allowed mask listings with price caps

• Temporarily banned mask listings on its marketplace

• Partnered with mask manufacturers for direct sales

• Permanently banned all mask listings

Which platforms joined Facebook in taking steps to prevent COVID-19 panic?

• LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Reddit

• Amazon, Apple, and eBay

• Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok

• Google, Microsoft, and Twitter

What type of news content is mentioned as being available in the last section?

• Paid subscription news

• Free headlines from news

• Exclusive interviews

• Opinionated articles