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The video covers recent news updates, including the firing of Defense Secretary Mark Esper by President Trump, Joe Biden's call for mask-wearing amid rising COVID-19 cases, Pfizer's promising vaccine data, and the impact of Tropical Storm Ada in Florida. Esper's dismissal follows a disagreement with Trump, while Biden emphasizes mask-wearing as a non-political act to combat the pandemic. Pfizer's vaccine shows 90% effectiveness, but further study is needed. Ada brings heavy rain to Florida, with potential to strengthen into a hurricane.

Who was appointed as the acting Secretary of Defense after Mark Esper was fired?

• James Mattis

• Christopher Miller

• Lloyd Austin

• John Kelly

What did President-elect Joe Biden urge Americans to do to help combat COVID-19?

• Travel less

• Get vaccinated immediately

• Wear a mask

• Stay indoors

What percentage of effectiveness did Pfizer announce for their COVID-19 vaccine in early data?

• 80%

• 95%

• 70%

• 90%

What natural event is affecting South Florida according to the report?

• Wildfire

• Earthquake

• Tropical Storm Ada

• Hurricane Katrina

How much additional rainfall is Tropical Storm Ada expected to bring to South Florida?

• 12 to 18 inches

• 3 to 6 inches

• 1 to 3 inches

• 6 to 12 inches