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The video discusses inaccuracies in unemployment figures reported by the Labor Department, with a backlog in processing applications and states not paying full amounts owed. It highlights New York's preparations for a COVID-19 surge, including increasing hospital capacity and halting elective surgeries. Moderna is applying for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, which is over 94% effective. The video concludes with a promise of more headlines.

What is the main reason for the inaccuracies in unemployment figures according to the government watchdog?

• Technical glitches in the system

• Lack of trained staff

• Backlog in processing applications

• Errors in data entry

Under the pandemic Unemployment Assistance program, which group of workers is eligible for benefits?

• Only full-time employees

• Only part-time employees

• Self-employed and gig workers

• Only government employees

What action is New York's governor asking hospitals to take in anticipation of a COVID-19 surge?

• Expand hospital parking facilities

• Reduce staff hours

• Close down non-essential departments

• Increase bed capacity by 50%

Which county in New York is halting elective surgeries due to COVID-19?

• Monroe County

• Erie County

• Albany County

• Westchester County

What is the reported effectiveness of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine candidate?

• 98%

• 94%

• 90%

• 85%