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Adam Elrashidy presents top news headlines for September 22nd. Tropical Storm Beta hit Texas and is expected to weaken before reaching Louisiana, with potential flooding in Arkansas and Mississippi. Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell will address Congress about economic recovery efforts amid the pandemic. The UK is imposing stricter social restrictions due to rising COVID-19 cases, with health experts warning of potential daily cases reaching 49,000. More news stories will follow.

What is the significance of the name 'Beta' for the tropical storm?

• It is named after a famous person.

• Traditional names were exhausted.

• It indicates the storm's strength.

• It is the first storm of the season.

Which areas are warned about potential flash flooding due to Tropical Storm Beta?

• California and Nevada

• Arkansas and Mississippi

• Florida and Georgia

• New York and New Jersey

What is Jerome Powell expected to discuss in his appearances before Congress?

• The impact of Tropical Storm Beta

• The upcoming presidential election

• New health restrictions in the UK

• The economic recovery and need for federal aid

What is the main reason for the UK's new social restrictions?

• To improve economic conditions

• To control a spike in coronavirus cases

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To prepare for a natural disaster

What could the infection rates in the UK reach according to health advisers?

• 10,000 new cases a day

• 25,000 new cases a day

• 49,000 new cases a day

• 100,000 new cases a day