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The video covers the worsening impact of COVID-19, with the US reporting nearly 4,000 deaths in a day and over 131,000 hospitalizations. Vaccination efforts are slow, with only 6.6 million vaccinated out of 22 million doses distributed. The pandemic has also hit the labor market, with 140,000 jobs lost in December, mainly in hospitality and entertainment. President-elect Biden supports $2,000 stimulus payments. Additionally, a Boeing 737 with 62 passengers went missing in Indonesia, prompting a search and rescue mission.

What was the reported number of COVID-related deaths in the US on the Friday mentioned?

• 2,000

• 4,000

• 6,000

• 8,000

How many people were reported to be hospitalized with COVID-19 in the US?

• 131,000

• 100,000

• 150,000

• 200,000

Which industries were most affected by job losses in December?

• Manufacturing and Construction

• Technology and Finance

• Hospitality, Leisure, and Entertainment

• Healthcare and Education

What amount of direct stimulus payments is President-elect Biden supporting?

• $1,200

• $2,000

• $1,500

• $2,500

Where did the missing Boeing 737 flight originate from?

• Jakarta

• Singapore

• Bangkok

• Kuala Lumpur