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The video covers major news topics including winter weather alerts affecting half the country, leading to flight cancellations and power outages in Texas. It also discusses concerns over a new COVID-19 variant from the UK, which is more contagious and linked to higher hospitalization risks. Lastly, it touches on adjustments made to the Major League Baseball preseason schedule due to COVID-19, with cautious optimism for a full season.

What type of weather conditions are affecting half of the United States?

• Drought

• Tropical storms

• Winter weather

• Heatwaves

Which state is mentioned as having significant power outages due to the weather?

• Florida

• Texas

• New York

• California

What is the new COVID-19 variant described as?

• Less contagious

• A game changer

• Easily treatable

• A minor concern

Where were the new COVID-19 variant cases first discovered?

• United States

• Brazil

• India

• United Kingdom

What adjustments have been made to the Major League Baseball preseason schedule?

• Reduced travel

• Increased travel

• Fewer teams

• More games